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M550d xDrive G30
400 ch · 2018
Trip mapped at a glance. Charging stops visible, total duration predictable. Caralogy simulation at 130 km/h.
| Measure | M550d xDrive G30 | i5 eDrive40 G60 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h01 | 7h22 | 21 min · M550d xDrive G30 |
| Charging stops | 0 stops | 2 stops | 2 stops · M550d xDrive G30 |
| Cost of energy used | 100.91 € | 49.80 € | 51.11 € · i5 eDrive40 G60 |
Both vehicles drove at 130 km/h for the entire trip. The M550d xDrive G30 (combustion) makes no stop, the i5 eDrive40 G60 (electric) 2 stops totalling 21 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 100,91 € for M550d xDrive G30 versus 49,80 € for i5 eDrive40 G60.
The official WLTP figures (6,8 L/100km for M550d xDrive G30 and 18,0 kWh/100km for i5 eDrive40 G60) 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 6,0 L/100km (M550d xDrive G30) and 16,5 kWh/100km (i5 eDrive40 G60). 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 | 47 L consumed | 0.130 €/km | 100.91 € |
| Trip total | 100.91 € |
| Segment | Energy used | Distance | Consumption | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Limonest, A6 | initial energy charged at home · 0.20 €/kWh | 408 km | 67 kWh consumed | 0.033 €/km | 13.47 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Montélimar, A7 | energy charged at Ionity 199 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 181 km | 30 kWh consumed | 0.099 €/km | 17.95 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Marseille | energy charged at Ionity 178 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 186 km | 31 kWh consumed | 0.099 €/km | 18.38 € |
| Trip total | 49.80 € |
| Charging stop duration | BMW M550d xDrive G30 | BMW i5 eDrive40 G60 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | - | ~72 km |
| 10 minutes | - | ~145 km |
| 20 minutes | - | ~290 km |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | - | ~317 km · 24 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 M550d xDrive G30 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 100.91 € (M550d xDrive G30) and 49.80 € (i5 eDrive40 G60). For reference, an equivalent BMW 530i (~8.0 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in fuel.