On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW 520e is about 45% cheaper than the BMW 218i Gran Tourer with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
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| Profile | Split | 520e | 218i | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 1,079 € | 2,106 € | 1,026 € · 520e |
| Mixed | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 1,079 € | 1,882 € | 802 € · 520e |
| Long-distance | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 1,079 € | 1,708 € | 628 € · 520e |
Cumulative saving for the 520e
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW 520e is about 45% cheaper than the BMW 218i Gran Tourer with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
The declared range of the BMW 520e is 52 km (WLTP/EPA). In real-world conditions, expect 10-20% less.
The BMW 520e is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.