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118i F40
140 ch · 2019
Trip mapped at a glance. Charging stops visible, total duration predictable. Caralogy simulation at 130 km/h.
| Measure | 118i F40 | Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h01 | 9h33 | 152 min · 118i F40 |
| Charging stops | 0 stops | 6 stops | 6 stops · 118i F40 |
| Cost of energy used | 72.32 € | 78.00 € | 5.68 € · 118i F40 |
Both vehicles drove at 130 km/h for the entire trip. The 118i F40 (combustion) makes no stop, the Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 (electric) 6 stops totalling 152 min. Road safety reminder: on a trip of this duration, it is recommended to stop for at least 68 min total (17 min every 2h). The energy cost is 72,32 € for 118i F40 versus 78,00 € for Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50.
The official WLTP figures (5,7 L/100km for 118i F40 and 17,7 kWh/100km for Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50) 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 4,3 L/100km (118i F40) and 20,8 kWh/100km (Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50). Full methodology: see the assumptions below the controls.
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 0.20 €/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.
| Segment | Energy used | Distance | Consumption | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Marseille | fuel · 2.17 €/L | 775 km | 33 L consumed | 0.093 €/km | 72.32 € |
| Trip total | 72.32 € |
| Segment | Energy used | Distance | Consumption | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Beaune, A6 | initial energy charged at home · 0.20 €/kWh | 225 km | 47 kWh consumed | 0.042 €/km | 9.36 € |
| Beaune, A6 → Tournus, A6 | energy charged at Ionity 48 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 100 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.125 €/km | 12.48 € |
| Tournus, A6 → Limonest, A6 | energy charged at Ionity 48 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 100 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.125 €/km | 12.48 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Valence, A7 | energy charged at Ionity 48 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 100 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.125 €/km | 12.48 € |
| Valence, A7 → Montélimar, A7 | energy charged at Ionity 48 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 100 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.125 €/km | 12.48 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Manosque, A51 | energy charged at Ionity 48 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 100 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.125 €/km | 12.48 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseille | energy charged at Ionity 48 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 50 km | 10 kWh consumed | 0.125 €/km | 6.24 € |
| Trip total | 78.00 € |
| Charging stop duration | BMW 118i F40 | Renault Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | - | ~14 km |
| 10 minutes | - | ~28 km |
| 20 minutes | - | ~56 km |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | - | ~175 km · 67 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 118i F40 arrives in 7h01 with 0 fuel stops.
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.
On this trip, the energy used costs 72.32 € (118i F40) and 78.00 € (Zoe R135 E-Tech Z.E.50). For reference, an equivalent Peugeot 308 1.2 PureTech 130 (~6.8 L/100 km) would cost about 97 € in fuel.