On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i3 is about 80% cheaper than the BMW 218i Gran Coupe 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 · i3 | BB · 218i | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City70 / 25 / 5 | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 348 € | 2,314 € | 1,966 € · i3 |
| Mixed30 / 50 / 20 | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 409 € | 2,031 € | 1,622 € · i3 |
| Long-distance10 / 40 / 50 | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 484 € | 1,816 € | 1,333 € · i3 |
Cumulative saving for the i3
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i3 is about 80% cheaper than the BMW 218i Gran Coupe with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
The declared range of the BMW i3 is 359 km (WLTP/EPA). In real-world conditions, expect 10-20% less.
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.