On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW 218d Steptronic is about 40% cheaper than the BMW 540i xDrive with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
What each kilometre costs, depending on your driving profile and how you charge. Annual projection and cumulative savings over 10 years.
| Profile | Split | AA · 540i | BB · 218d | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City70 / 25 / 5 | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 3,094 € | 1,688 € | 1,406 € · 218d |
| Mixed30 / 50 / 20 | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 2,708 € | 1,600 € | 1,108 € · 218d |
| Long-distance10 / 40 / 50 | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 2,405 € | 1,533 € | 873 € · 218d |
Cumulative saving for the 218d Steptronic
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW 218d Steptronic is about 40% cheaper than the BMW 540i xDrive with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
The BMW 218d Steptronic is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.