On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW 540i is about 10% cheaper than the BMW 740i 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 · 740i | BB · 540i | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City70 / 25 / 5 | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 2,850 € | 2,554 € | 297 € · 540i |
| Mixed30 / 50 / 20 | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 2,551 € | 2,239 € | 312 € · 540i |
| Long-distance10 / 40 / 50 | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 2,319 € | 2,002 € | 317 € · 540i |
Cumulative saving for the 540i
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW 540i is about 10% cheaper than the BMW 740i with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
The BMW 540i is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.