BMWDiesel
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 | Model 3 Long Range AWD | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h01 | 7h16 | 15 min · M550d xDrive G30 |
| Charging stops | 0 stops | 2 stops | 2 stops · M550d xDrive G30 |
| Cost of energy used | 97.54 € | 46.84 € | 50.70 € · Model 3 Long Range AWD |
Both vehicles drove at 130 km/h for the entire trip. The M550d xDrive G30 (combustion) makes no stop, the Model 3 Long Range AWD (electric) 2 stops totalling 15 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 97,54 € for M550d xDrive G30 versus 46,84 € for Model 3 Long Range AWD.
The official WLTP figures (6,6 L/100km for M550d xDrive G30 and 14,7 kWh/100km for Model 3 Long Range AWD) 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 5,8 L/100km (M550d xDrive G30) and 16,1 kWh/100km (Model 3 Long Range AWD). 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 | 45 L consumed | 0.126 €/km | 97.54 € |
| Trip total | 97.54 € |
| Segment | Energy used | Distance | Consumption | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Limonest, A6 | initial energy charged at home · 0.20 €/kWh | 436 km | 70 kWh consumed | 0.032 €/km | 14.05 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Montélimar, A7 | energy charged at Supercharger 234 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 194 km | 31 kWh consumed | 0.096 €/km | 18.72 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Marseille | energy charged at Supercharger 242 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 146 km | 23 kWh consumed | 0.096 €/km | 14.07 € |
| Trip total | 46.84 € |
| Charging stop duration | BMW M550d xDrive G30 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | - | ~91 km |
| 10 minutes | - | ~181 km |
| 20 minutes | - | ~362 km |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | - | ~339 km · 20 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 97.54 € (M550d xDrive G30) and 46.84 € (Model 3 Long Range AWD). For reference, an equivalent BMW 530i (~8.0 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in fuel.