On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i3 is about 25% cheaper than the Tesla Model S Plaid 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 · Model | BB · i3 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City70 / 25 / 5 | 70 % city · 25 % road · 5 % motorway | 543 € | 348 € | 195 € · i3 |
| Mixed30 / 50 / 20 | 30 % city · 50 % road · 20 % motorway | 560 € | 409 € | 151 € · i3 |
| Long-distance10 / 40 / 50 | 10 % city · 40 % road · 50 % motorway | 577 € | 484 € | 93 € · i3 |
Cumulative saving for the i3
Energy only. Excludes purchase, insurance, servicing, depreciation.
On a 100 km mixed trip, the BMW i3 is about 25% cheaper than the Tesla Model S Plaid with default parameters. This ratio shifts with your actual energy prices - simulate for your profile.
Tesla Model S Plaid offers more range: 600 km vs 359 km for BMW i3 (WLTP/EPA). In real motorway use, expect 10-20% less depending on temperature.
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.