On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW iX xDrive50 and Tesla Model S 85 have a near-identical cost per km with default parameters. The gap becomes significant once you enter your actual energy prices.
Same car, two powertrains. The simulator below calculates the gap based on your mileage and charging type.
| Profile | Split | AA · iX | BB · Model | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City70 / 25 / 5 | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 689 € | 682 € | Nearly level |
| Mixed30 / 50 / 20 | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 675 € | 702 € | 26 € · iX |
| Long-distance10 / 40 / 50 | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 692 € | 719 € | 28 € · iX |
Cumulative saving for the iX xDrive50
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW iX xDrive50 and Tesla Model S 85 have a near-identical cost per km with default parameters. The gap becomes significant once you enter your actual energy prices.
BMW iX xDrive50 offers more range: 630 km vs 426 km for Tesla Model S 85 (WLTP/EPA). In real motorway use, expect 10-20% less depending on temperature.
The BMW iX xDrive50 is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.