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X3 M40i G01
360 ch · 2020
Trip mapped at a glance. Charging stops visible, total duration predictable. Caralogy simulation at 130 km/h.
| Measure | X3 M40i G01 | EV6 RWD Long Range | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h01 | 8h | 59 min · X3 M40i G01 |
| Charging stops | 0 stops | 3 stops | 3 stops · X3 M40i G01 |
| Cost of energy used | 121.09 € | 69.27 € | 51.82 € · EV6 RWD Long Range |
Both vehicles drove at 130 km/h for the entire trip. The X3 M40i G01 (combustion) makes no stop, the EV6 RWD Long Range (electric) 3 stops totalling 59 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 121,09 € for X3 M40i G01 versus 69,27 € for EV6 RWD Long Range.
The official WLTP figures (8,2 L/100km for X3 M40i G01 and 16,5 kWh/100km for EV6 RWD Long Range) 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 7,2 L/100km (X3 M40i G01) and 20,6 kWh/100km (EV6 RWD Long Range). 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 | 56 L consumed | 0.156 €/km | 121.09 € |
| Trip total | 121.09 € |
| Segment | Energy used | Distance | Consumption | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Tournus, A6 | initial energy charged at home · 0.20 €/kWh | 323 km | 67 kWh consumed | 0.041 €/km | 13.33 € |
| Tournus, A6 → Limonest, A6 | energy charged at Ionity 104 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 144 km | 30 kWh consumed | 0.123 €/km | 17.76 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Montélimar, A7 | energy charged at Ionity 104 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 144 km | 30 kWh consumed | 0.123 €/km | 17.76 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Marseille | energy charged at Ionity 97 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 165 km | 34 kWh consumed | 0.124 €/km | 20.43 € |
| Trip total | 69.27 € |
| Charging stop duration | BMW X3 M40i G01 | Kia EV6 RWD Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | - | - |
| 10 minutes | - | - |
| 20 minutes | - | - |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | - | - |
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The advantage comes from the combo real range + charging speed. On Paris → Marseille (775 km at 130 km/h), the X3 M40i G01 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 121.09 € (X3 M40i G01) and 69.27 € (EV6 RWD Long Range). For reference, an equivalent Peugeot 3008 1.2 PureTech 130 (~7.8 L/100 km) would cost about 112 € in fuel.