AudiPetrol
RS Q8 SUV
640 ch · 2026
Motorway range comparison
Trip mapped at a glance. Charging stops visible, total duration predictable. Caralogy simulation at 130 km/h.
Paris → Marseille · 130 km/h · Caralogy simulation
| RS Q8 SUV | Model X 90D | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h06−46 min | 7h52 |
| Charging stops | 1 stop−2 stops | 3 stops |
| Total cost | 283,60 € | 78,82 €−204,78 € |
Both vehicles drive at 130 km/h. The difference comes from charging stops.
Analysis
Both vehicles drove at 130 km/h for the entire trip. The RS Q8 SUV (combustion) makes 1 stop of 5 min, the Model X 90D (electric) 3 stops totalling 51 min. Road safety reminder: on a trip of this duration, it is recommended to stop for at least 51 min total (17 min every 2h). The energy cost is 283,60 € for RS Q8 SUV versus 78,82 € for Model X 90D.
The official WLTP figures (13,6 L/100km for RS Q8 SUV and 22,8 kWh/100km for Model X 90D) are measured on a mixed cycle averaging ~46 km/h. At a steady 130 km/h, aerodynamic drag weighs much more heavily - it grows with the square of speed. Caralogy calculates a motorway consumption specific to each vehicle based on its aerodynamic profile (SCx), weight and power curve - not a uniform correction factor. For this trip, the simulation yields 18,0 L/100km (RS Q8 SUV) and 23,5 kWh/100km (Model X 90D). Full methodology: see the dedicated button above the summary.
On a 200 km round trip (e.g. a weekend getaway), the electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle completes the entire journey on home energy at 0.18 €/kWh - with no charging stop. The time advantage of the combustion car on long-distance motorways disappears entirely, and the economic advantage of electric strengthens considerably.
The cost per kilometre depends on the electricity rate applied to each segment - based on the energy source used at that point of the trip.
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Limonest, A6fuel · 2,03 €/L | 425 km77 L consumed | 0,366 €/km | 155,52 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Marseillefuel · 2,03 €/L | 350 km63 L consumed | 0,366 €/km | 128,08 € |
| Trip total | 283,60 € | ||
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Tournus, A6initial energy charged at home · 0,20 €/kWh | 325 km77 kWh consumed | 0,047 €/km | 15,31 € |
| Tournus, A6 → Limonest, A6energy charged at Supercharger 136 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 144 km34 kWh consumed | 0,142 €/km | 20,40 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Montélimar, A7energy charged at Supercharger 136 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 144 km34 kWh consumed | 0,142 €/km | 20,40 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Marseilleenergy charged at Supercharger 128 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 161 km38 kWh consumed | 0,141 €/km | 22,71 € |
| Trip total | 78,82 € | ||
How many kilometres do you recover depending on the time spent at the charger? Comparison at nominal peak power.
| Charging stop duration | Audi RS Q8 SUV | Tesla Model X 90D |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | - | ~36 km |
| 10 minutes | - | ~72 km |
| 20 minutes | - | ~144 km |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | - | ~253 km38 min |
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The advantage comes from the combo real range + charging speed. On Paris → Marseille (775 km at 130 km/h), the RS Q8 SUV arrives in 7h06 with 1 charging stop.
WLTP consumption does not reflect motorway reality. Aerodynamic drag grows with the square of speed, so real consumption is 15 to 25 % higher than WLTP combined. Caralogy calculates a highway consumption specific to each vehicle based on its aerodynamic profile (SCx), weight and power curve.
Total time = driving time + charging time. Driving time is calculated at an average speed of 130 km/h on the motorway (adjustable). Charging time is calculated based on the real power curve of each vehicle, respecting the optimal 10 → 80 % range and the maximum power accepted by the chargers on the route.
No. The displayed cost covers only the energy consumed during the trip: kWh × energy rate, with a mix of home charging and DC fast chargers. Battery wear is a long-term ownership cost, not a trip cost.
Electric: 283,60 € (RS Q8 SUV) and 78,82 € (Model X 90D). An equivalent petrol SUV (~8 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.