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M5 CS F90
635 ch · 2021
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
| M5 CS F90 | A3 allstreet | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h06 | 7h06 |
| Charging stops | 1 stop | 1 stop |
| Total cost | 127,62 € | 86,96 €−40,66 € |
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 M5 CS F90 (combustion) makes 1 stop of 5 min, the A3 allstreet (plug-in hybrid) 1 stop of 5 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 127,62 € for M5 CS F90 versus 86,96 € for A3 allstreet.
The official WLTP figures (11,3 L/100km for M5 CS F90 and 12,9 kWh/100km for A3 allstreet) 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 8,1 L/100km (M5 CS F90) and 6,4 L/100km (A3 allstreet). 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 → Aix-en-Provence, A7fuel · 2,03 €/L | 756 km61 L consumed | 0,165 €/km | 124,42 € |
| Aix-en-Provence, A7 → Marseillefuel · 2,03 €/L | 19 km2 L consumed | 0,169 €/km | 3,20 € |
| Trip total | 127,62 € | ||
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Manosque, A51initial energy charged at home · 0,20 €/kWh | 128 km17 kWh consumed | 0,026 €/km | 3,30 € |
| Paris → Manosque, A51fuel · 2,03 €/L | 566 km36 L consumed | 0,129 €/km | 73,19 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseillefuel · 2,03 €/L | 81 km5 L consumed | 0,129 €/km | 10,47 € |
| Trip total | 86,96 € | ||
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On Paris → Marseille (775 km at 130 km/h), the M5 CS F90 arrives in 7h06 with 1 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: 127,62 € (M5 CS F90) and 86,96 € (A3 allstreet). An equivalent petrol SUV (~8 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.