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Running Cost per km

Understand your true monthly cost per kilometer.

Commute Pattern

Vehicle & Costs

Monthly Summary

Monthly km880 km
Fuel used73.3 L
Fuel costRs. 29,260
Maintenance (Rs./month)Rs. 8,000
Other costs (Rs./month)Rs. 3,000
Total monthly costRs. 40,260
Cost per km45.75 Rs./km

Cost Composition

Fuel costRs. 29,260
Maintenance (Rs./month)Rs. 8,000
Other costs (Rs./month)Rs. 3,000

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Data updated 2026-09

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Running Cost per km by Vehicle Type in Sri Lanka

Compare running costs (fuel + maintenance) per kilometer for different vehicle types. Fuel cost is derived from the latest Ceypetco price at the stated real-world efficiency; maintenance figures are service-market estimates. Costs exclude insurance, depreciation, and EMI.

HybridSmall PetrolMid SedanSUVDiesel SUVEVYour vehicleRs. 0Rs. 15Rs. 30Rs. 45Rs. 60
Vehicle TypeAssumed EfficiencyFuel Cost/kmMaintenance/kmTotal/kmMonthly (1,500 km)
Hybrid (Aqua, Prius)~25 km/L petrolRs. 16Rs. 3Rs. 19Rs. 28,500
Small Petrol (Alto, WagonR)~18 km/L petrolRs. 22Rs. 3Rs. 25Rs. 37,500
Mid Sedan (Axio, Vitz)~14 km/L petrolRs. 29Rs. 4Rs. 33Rs. 49,500
SUV (CR-V, CX-5)~10 km/L petrolRs. 40Rs. 5Rs. 45Rs. 67,500
Diesel SUV (Prado)~12 km/L dieselRs. 32Rs. 6Rs. 38Rs. 57,000
EV (Nissan Leaf)~6 km/kWh home chargingRs. 8Rs. 2Rs. 10Rs. 15,000

Verified 2026-09 · Petrol Rs. 399/L · Maintenance figures are estimates, not official rates.

Costs based on current fuel prices and typical maintenance schedules. Actual costs vary by driving style, traffic conditions, and vehicle condition.

Example: 40 km/day commuter

Sample Inputs

Daily km40 km
Working Days22 days/month
Fuel Efficiency12 km/L
Fuel PriceRs. 355/L
Monthly km40 × 22880 km
Fuel Needed880 ÷ 1273.3 liters
Fuel Cost73.3 × 355Rs. 26,022
Total (+ maintenance)26,022 + 8,000Rs. 34,022
Cost per kmRs. 38.66/km

What This Calculator Does

This calculator determines your vehicle's running cost per kilometer based on your actual driving patterns and expenses. It helps you understand the true cost of each kilometer you drive.

  • Calculates cost per km based on actual usage
  • Includes fuel, maintenance, and other costs
  • Shows monthly total running cost
  • Visualizes cost composition
  • Helps compare different vehicles

Inputs and Assumptions

Daily kmAverage kilometers driven daily (e.g., 40 km)
Working DaysDays you drive per month (e.g., 22 days)
Fuel EfficiencyYour vehicle's km per liter (e.g., 12 km/L)
Fuel PriceCurrent fuel price (e.g., Rs. 355/L)
Monthly MaintenanceAverage maintenance cost (e.g., Rs. 8,000)

Assumptions

  • - Consistent daily driving pattern
  • - Average maintenance costs
  • - Current fuel prices
  • - No major repairs included

Frequently Asked Questions

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Last updated: 2026-09

Sources & methodology

Part of the Vehicle Ownership collection

Methodology verified July 2026 against CPC fuel prices · Attribution: CalcLK

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