To fill in the missing information for the Tesla Model 3 in the chart, we'll use the information provided alongside some calculations.
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Initial Cost: This is already provided as $46,939.
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Average MPG: For electric vehicles like the Model 3, we typically don't use traditional MPG ratings. Instead, we can convert the energy consumption into equivalent MPG using the EPA's formula, which generally states that 1 gallon of gas is equivalent to approximately 33.7 kWh of energy.
\( \text{MPGe} = \frac{\text{miles}}{\text{kWh} / 33.7} \)
Given the Model 3 can drive 303 miles using 94 kWh:
\( \text{MPGe} = \frac{303}{94 / 33.7} \)
\( \text{MPGe} = \frac{303 \times 33.7}{94} \approx 106 \)
So the Model 3's equivalent average MPG (MPGe) is approximately 106 MPGe.
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Gallons in Tank: This typically refers to how much energy the battery can hold in terms of gallon equivalents. We can find out how many gallons of fuel (in terms of energy) the battery's kWh capacity represents.
Using the conversion factor (1 gallon of gasoline = 33.7 kWh):
\( \text{Gallons} = \frac{94 \text{ kWh}}{33.7 \text{ kWh/gallon}} \approx 2.79 \) gallons
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Cost to Fill Tank: To fill the tank or fully charge the Model 3, we need to know how much energy it takes and its cost. The total cost given for a full charge is $9.40, confirming the information provided.
Here’s the completed chart:
| Vehicle | Initial Cost | Average MPG (MPGe) | Gallons in Tank | Cost to Fill Tank ($4/gallon) | |-----------------|--------------|---------------------|------------------|-------------------------------| | Honda Civic | $24,250 | 41 MPG | 12.4 | $49.60 | | Toyota Prius | $27,950 | 57 MPG | 11.3 | $45.20 | | Tesla Model 3 | $46,939 | 106 MPGe | 2.79 | $9.40 |
Please note that I have included the cost to fill the Honda Civic and Toyota Prius at $4 per gallon for completeness:
- Honda Civic: \( 12.4 \times 4 = 49.60 \)
- Toyota Prius: \( 11.3 \times 4 = 45.20 \)
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