TeslaBEV
Model S 85
362 ch · 77.5 kWh · 2012
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
| Model S 85 | i4 eDrive35 G26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time | 8h09 | 7h44−25 min |
| Charging stops | 4 stops | 4 stops |
| Total cost | 69,19 € | 63,35 €−5,84 € |
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 gap is built at the stops: 4 stops totalling 43 min for the i4 eDrive35 G26 versus 4 stops totalling 69 min for the Model S 85.
The official WLTP figures (23,5 kWh/100km for Model S 85 and 18,6 kWh/100km for i4 eDrive35 G26) 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 24,6 kWh/100km (Model S 85) and 22,3 kWh/100km (i4 eDrive35 G26). Full methodology: see the dedicated button above the summary.
During the 43 minutes of charging for the i4 eDrive35 G26, range recovers by 535 km. During the 69 cumulative minutes for the Model S 85, range recovers by 523 km. Per minute: the i4 eDrive35 G26 recovers 1,6× faster. At this rate, the charging stop blends into the trip rhythm — just enough time for a coffee. At a lower rate, it dictates the pace.
A BMW 530i (equivalent segment) consumes about 8,0 L/100km on the motorway at 130 km/h. At 1,9 €/L, this Paris → Marseille trip would cost ~115 €. That is 1,7× the electric cost of the Model S 85 and 1,8× that of the i4 eDrive35 G26. The gap narrows in winter but never reverses.
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 → Beaune, A6initial energy charged at home · 0,21 €/kWh | 283 km70 kWh consumed | 0,052 €/km | 14,65 € |
| Beaune, A6 → Limonest, A6energy charged at Supercharger 116 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 126 km31 kWh consumed | 0,111 €/km | 13,95 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Valence, A7energy charged at Supercharger 116 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 126 km31 kWh consumed | 0,111 €/km | 13,95 € |
| Valence, A7 → Manosque, A51energy charged at Supercharger 116 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 126 km31 kWh consumed | 0,111 €/km | 13,95 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseilleenergy charged at Supercharger 107 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 114 km28 kWh consumed | 0,111 €/km | 12,69 € |
| Trip total | 69,19 € | ||
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Beaune, A6initial energy charged at home · 0,21 €/kWh | 271 km60 kWh consumed | 0,047 €/km | 12,68 € |
| Beaune, A6 → Limonest, A6energy charged at Ionity 179 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 120 km27 kWh consumed | 0,101 €/km | 12,08 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Valence, A7energy charged at Ionity 179 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 120 km27 kWh consumed | 0,101 €/km | 12,08 € |
| Valence, A7 → Montélimar, A7energy charged at Ionity 179 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 120 km27 kWh consumed | 0,101 €/km | 12,08 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Marseilleenergy charged at Ionity 155 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 144 km32 kWh consumed | 0,100 €/km | 14,43 € |
| Trip total | 63,35 € | ||
How many kilometres do you recover depending on the time spent at the charger? Comparison at nominal peak power.
| Charging stop duration | Tesla Model S 85 | BMW i4 eDrive35 G26 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | ~28 km | ~47 km |
| 10 minutes | ~57 km | ~94 km |
| 20 minutes | ~114 km | ~188 km |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | ~220 km42 min | ~210 km24 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 i4 eDrive35 G26 arrives in 7h44 with 4 charging 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.
Electric: 69,19 € (Model S 85) and 63,35 € (i4 eDrive35 G26). An equivalent petrol SUV (~8 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.