On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i3 is about 65% cheaper than the BMW 530e iPerformance with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
Plug-in hybrid vs electric: the cost depends on your usage profile. Select your scenario below.
1,143 €per year
19,9 kWh/100 km weighted · 7.62 € per 100 km · 1 568 L per year
| Profile | Split | 530e | i3 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 1,143 € | 348 € | 795 € · i3 |
| Mixed | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 1,143 € | 409 € | 734 € · i3 |
| Long-distance | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 1,143 € | 484 € | 659 € · i3 |
Cumulative saving for the i3
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i3 is about 65% cheaper than the BMW 530e iPerformance with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
BMW i3 offers more range: 359 km vs 45 km for BMW 530e iPerformance (WLTP/EPA). In real motorway use, expect 10-20% less depending on temperature.
The BMW i3 is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.