On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i5 eDrive40 and MG5 Long Range FWD have a near-identical cost per km with default parameters. The gap becomes significant once you enter your actual energy prices.
What each kilometre costs, depending on your driving profile and how you charge. Annual projection and cumulative savings over 10 years.
| Profile | Split | AA · i5 | BB · 5 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City70 / 25 / 5 | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 591 € | 465 € | 126 € · 5 |
| Mixed30 / 50 / 20 | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 554 € | 546 € | Nearly level |
| Long-distance10 / 40 / 50 | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 525 € | 646 € | 121 € · i5 |
Cumulative saving for the 5 Long Range FWD
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i5 eDrive40 and MG5 Long Range FWD have a near-identical cost per km with default parameters. The gap becomes significant once you enter your actual energy prices.
BMW i5 eDrive40 offers more range: 512 km vs 330 km for MG5 Long Range FWD (WLTP/EPA). In real motorway use, expect 10-20% less depending on temperature.
The MG5 Long Range FWD is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.