Vehicle comparison
Chevrolet Blazer EV vs Honda Passport
Side-by-side fuel and ownership cost comparison. Estimates use 12,000 mi/year at average US gas and electricity prices.
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- EV rates vary by state
- Transparent assumptions
Lowest running cost
Chevrolet Blazer EV wins on fuel cost
At 12,000 miles per year, the Chevrolet Blazer EV costs about $686 per year, roughly $1286 less than the Honda Passport. Over 5 years, that's about $6429 in fuel savings.
Spec & cost comparison
MPG/MPGe figures are estimates based on typical recent model years.
| Spec | Chevrolet Blazer EV | Honda Passport |
|---|---|---|
| Type | EV | SUV |
| Fuel | Electric | Regular gas |
| City MPG/MPGe | 97 | 19 |
| Highway MPG/MPGe | 86 | 24 |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 92 | 21 |
| Tank / Battery | 102 kWh | 19.5 gal |
| Energy cost | $0.16/kWh | $3.45/gal |
| Cost per mile | $0.057 | $0.164 |
Annual cost at 8k / 12k / 15k miles
Estimated yearly fuel spend at common US mileage levels.
| Miles/year | Chevrolet Blazer EV | Honda Passport | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | $457/yr · $38/mo | $1314/yr · $110/mo | $857 (Chevrolet Blazer EV) |
| 12,000 | $686/yr · $57/mo | $1971/yr · $164/mo | $1286 (Chevrolet Blazer EV) |
| 15,000 | $857/yr · $71/mo | $2464/yr · $205/mo | $1607 (Chevrolet Blazer EV) |
Estimates only. Real costs depend on driving style, terrain, local gas/electricity prices and weather.
Which one is best for…
Best for commuting
Chevrolet Blazer EV
Highest combined MPG/MPGe and lowest cost per mile means cheaper daily driving.
See Chevrolet Blazer EVBest for road trips
Honda Passport
Better highway efficiency, larger tank/battery and longer range between stops.
See Honda PassportBest for families
Honda Passport
SUVs, minivans and three-row vehicles win on space and child-seat flexibility.
See Honda PassportBest for lowest running cost
Chevrolet Blazer EV
Cheaper energy use and lower cost per mile at every common mileage tier.
See Chevrolet Blazer EVHow we compare these vehicles
- Annual mileage
- Modeled at 12,000 mi/yr unless a scenario specifies otherwise.
- Cost per mile
- $/gal ÷ MPG, or $/kWh ÷ (MPGe ÷ 33.7) for EVs.
- EV vs gas
- Compared at average US gas and residential electricity prices — fast-charging can be 2–3× higher.
- Maintenance
- Fuel cost only — EVs typically save another $400–$1,000/yr in service and brake wear.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to drive, the Chevrolet Blazer EV or Honda Passport?
At 12,000 miles per year, the Chevrolet Blazer EV costs about $686 per year vs $1971 for the Honda Passport — roughly $1286 less per year.
What's the MPG difference between the Chevrolet Blazer EV and Honda Passport?
The Chevrolet Blazer EV is rated around 92 combined MPGe versus 21 MPG for the Honda Passport. Highway figures are 86 vs 24.
How much will I spend on fuel over 5 years?
Driving 12,000 miles a year for five years, expect about $3429 for the Chevrolet Blazer EV and $9857 for the Honda Passport, a difference of roughly $6429.
Is the Chevrolet Blazer EV or Honda Passport better for commuting?
For pure cost per mile, the Chevrolet Blazer EV wins. EVs charged at home typically deliver the lowest commuting cost, followed by hybrids and efficient compacts.
Which one is better for road trips?
Honda Passport is generally the better road-trip choice — gas and hybrid vehicles win on long highway routes thanks to faster refueling, while EVs work best when charging stops fit your route.
Are these fuel cost numbers accurate for my driving?
They're estimates based on EPA-style combined MPG and average US gas and electricity prices. Real-world cost depends on local fuel prices, driving style, terrain, weather and how much city vs highway driving you do.