On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW X3 M40d and BMW X5 xDrive40d 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 · X3 | BB · X5 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City70 / 25 / 5 | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 2,291 € | 2,473 € | 182 € · X3 |
| Mixed30 / 50 / 20 | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 2,089 € | 2,244 € | 155 € · X3 |
| Long-distance10 / 40 / 50 | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 1,927 € | 2,069 € | 141 € · X3 |
Cumulative saving for the X3 M40d
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW X3 M40d and BMW X5 xDrive40d have a near-identical cost per km with default parameters. The gap becomes significant once you enter your actual energy prices.
The BMW X3 M40d is cheaper across all distances with default rates. If your energy prices differ significantly, simulate to see the real impact on your budget.