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X5 M Competition G05
625 ch · 2021
Trip mapped at a glance. Charging stops visible, total duration predictable. Caralogy simulation at 130 km/h.
Paris → Marseille · 130 km/h · Caralogy simulation
| X5 M Competition G05 | A6 Sportback e-tron | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h06−24 min | 7h30 |
| Charging stops | 1 stop−1 stop | 2 stops |
| Cost of energy used | 163.86 € | 46.95 €−116.91 € |
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 X5 M Competition G05 (combustion) makes 1 stop of 5 min, the A6 Sportback e-tron (electric) 2 stops totalling 30 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 163,86 € for X5 M Competition G05 versus 46,95 € for A6 Sportback e-tron.
The official WLTP figures (13,3 L/100km for X5 M Competition G05 and 14,0 kWh/100km for A6 Sportback e-tron) 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 10,4 L/100km (X5 M Competition G05) and 16,5 kWh/100km (A6 Sportback e-tron). 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 → Manosque, A51fuel · 2,03 €/L | 718 km75 L consumed | 0,212 €/km | 151,87 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseillefuel · 2,03 €/L | 57 km6 L consumed | 0,210 €/km | 11,99 € |
| Trip total | 163,86 € | ||
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Limonest, A6initial energy charged at home · 0,20 €/kWh | 452 km75 kWh consumed | 0,033 €/km | 14,95 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Manosque, A51energy charged at Ionity 117 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 201 km33 kWh consumed | 0,099 €/km | 19,92 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseilleenergy charged at Ionity 116 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 122 km20 kWh consumed | 0,099 €/km | 12,08 € |
| Trip total | 46,95 € | ||
How many kilometres do you recover depending on the time spent at the charger? Comparison at nominal peak power.
| Charging stop duration | BMW X5 M Competition G05 | Audi A6 Sportback e-tron |
|---|---|---|
| 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 X5 M Competition G05 arrives in 7h06 with 1 charging 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: 163,86 € (X5 M Competition G05) and 46,95 € (A6 Sportback e-tron). An equivalent petrol SUV (~8 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.