Electric Vehicles Cosgrove, QLD 4818
The 4818 postcode area, including Cosgrove, Innes, Purono Park, Beach Holm, Black River, Blue Hills, Bluewater, Bluewater Park, Bohle, Burdell, Bushland Beach, Deeragun, Jensen, Lynam, Mount Low, Mount St John, Saunders Beach, Shaw, Toolakea and Yabulu, is home to 10422 vehicles. Among these, 313 are electric cars, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This means that3% of the region’s vehicles are now electric, highlighting a growing shift towards sustainable transportation.
Assuming each vehile travels an average of 10,000km per year, the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Cosgrove, Innes, Purono Park, Beach Holm, Black River, Blue Hills, Bluewater, Bluewater Park, Bohle, Burdell, Bushland Beach, Deeragun, Jensen, Lynam, Mount Low, Mount St John, Saunders Beach, Shaw, Toolakea and Yabulu are emitting approximately 30548 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4818 travels around 10,000 km per year, total emissions from these vehicles amount to approximately NaN tonnes of CO2 annually. Collectively, electric vehicles (EVs) can be charged using solar energy. Based on sunshine data from the nearest weather station, Kirwan, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 km per day during the summer month of January, and 141 km per day in July, with an annual average of 176 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 6 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Cosgrove, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cosgrove: Kirwan - approx. 4.7 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cosgrove: Kirwan - approx. 4.7 km
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Cosgrove EV Demographics
With a population of 29710 people, Cosgrove has 10422 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 2683 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 5082 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2657 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 6 public ev charging stations in Cosgrove and a combined 313 registered vehicles that are either battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, there’s a growing interest in electric cars and Cosgrove electric car charging stations. For the 8699 homes that already have solar panels in the 4818 postcode, being 76% of the total 11488 homes in this community, Cosgrove EV owners who combine home solar panels with an EV charger with benefit financially whilst also reducing their environmental impact.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Cosgrove, a sunny suburb in Queensland, is embracing electric vehicles (EVs) with open arms. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations here surged by 152% – from just 124 to 313 vehicles. This growth reflects the community’s eco-conscious mindset and Queensland’s ideal climate for sustainable living. With 29,710 residents and abundant sunshine (averaging 5.78 kW/m²/day of solar radiation), Cosgrove is perfectly positioned to support greener transport. Let’s explore your charging options.
Public EV Charging Stations Six public electric vehicle charging stations operate within a 20km radius of Cosgrove, blending convenience with practicality. The Cosgrove Central Shopping Centre hosts a 150kW fast-charging hub – ideal for topping up your Kia EV6 (which reaches 80% charge in 18 minutes) while grabbing groceries. Meanwhile, the Cosgrove Community Hospital offers Type 2 chargers for slower, longer stays. Visitors can also recharge at the nearby Mount Elliot Lookout, combining breathtaking views with CCS2 charging for models like the Toyota bZ4X.
Charging Networks and Compatibility Major networks like Chargefox, Evie Networks, and Tesla Superchargers serve the region. Most stations support CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors, covering popular models:
- CCS2: Kia EV6, Kia EV9, Renault Megane E-Tech
- Type 2: Toyota bZ4X, Peugeot 508 PHEV CHAdeMO ports are rarer, so Nissan Leaf owners should plan ahead.
Solar-Powered EV Charging With Cosgrove’s solar radiation averaging 5.78 kW/m²/day, homeowners can slash charging costs dramatically. A 6kW solar system generates ~34.7kWh daily – enough to fully power a Toyota bZ4X (12.8kWh/100km) for 271km of driving. Over a year, this could save $1,200+ compared to grid electricity. Even the hefty Kia EV9 (19.5kWh/100km) costs just $4.60 per 100km via solar versus $15.60 on standard tariffs.
Take Charge Sustainably Why pay for public charging when Queensland’s sunshine can fuel your drives? Pairing a 7kW home charger with solar panels lets you refill overnight using free, clean energy. Local installers can design systems to match your EV’s needs – whether you drive a zippy Renault Megane E-Tech or a family-sized EV9. Ready to harness Cosgrove’s solar potential? Connect with accredited installers through our network for tailored advice and quotes. Your wallet (and the planet) will thank you.