The DEWA EV Green Charger tariff for residential customers offers a discounted rate of 29.3 fils/kWh during off-peak hours (11:00 PM to 7:00 AM), compared to the standard rate of 33.3 fils/kWh. For instance, charging a 50 kWh EV battery at home during off-peak hours costs about 14.65 AED instead of 16.65 AED, saving 2 AED per full charge. This translates to a cost of approximately 1.2 fils per km for an EV averaging 12 km/kWh, which is significantly lower than the fuel cost for a comparable petrol car using Special 95. According to data from the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA Dubai) and the UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the total cost of ownership (TCO) for an electric vehicle in Dubai, factoring in this subsidized electricity, lower maintenance, and current incentives, can be over 30% less than a petrol vehicle over five years, even after considering initial purchase price premiums. Registration for this tariff with DEWA requires an active EV vehicle registration from the RTA. The key takeaway is that precise savings depend on your charging habits and annual mileage, but the structure is designed to make overnight home charging the most economical option. -Off-peak rate: 29.3 fils/kWh (11 PM-7 AM). -Standard rate: 33.3 fils/kWh. -Estimated cost per km for EV: ~1.2 fils. -Annual TCO advantage (EV vs Petrol): +30% over 5 years (based on UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and RTA Dubai data analysis).
