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X7 xDrive50i G07
462 ch · 2018
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
| X7 xDrive50i G07 | Atto 3 Extended Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h06−57 min | 8h03 |
| Charging stops | 1 stop−2 stops | 3 stops |
| Total cost | 224,52 € | 56,60 €−167,92 € |
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 X7 xDrive50i G07 (combustion) makes 1 stop of 5 min, the Atto 3 Extended Range (electric) 3 stops totalling 62 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 224,52 € for X7 xDrive50i G07 versus 56,60 € for Atto 3 Extended Range.
The official WLTP figures (11,4 L/100km for X7 xDrive50i G07 and 15,5 kWh/100km for Atto 3 Extended 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 14,3 L/100km (X7 xDrive50i G07) and 16,7 kWh/100km (Atto 3 Extended Range). 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 → Valence, A7fuel · 2,03 €/L | 524 km75 L consumed | 0,290 €/km | 151,87 € |
| Valence, A7 → Marseillefuel · 2,03 €/L | 251 km36 L consumed | 0,289 €/km | 72,65 € |
| Trip total | 224,52 € | ||
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Tournus, A6initial energy charged at home · 0,20 €/kWh | 315 km53 kWh consumed | 0,033 €/km | 10,54 € |
| Tournus, A6 → Limonest, A6energy charged at Ionity 83 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 140 km23 kWh consumed | 0,100 €/km | 14,04 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Montélimar, A7energy charged at Ionity 83 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 140 km23 kWh consumed | 0,100 €/km | 14,04 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Marseilleenergy charged at Ionity 75 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 179 km30 kWh consumed | 0,100 €/km | 17,98 € |
| Trip total | 56,60 € | ||
How many kilometres do you recover depending on the time spent at the charger? Comparison at nominal peak power.
| Charging stop duration | BMW X7 xDrive50i G07 | BYD Atto 3 Extended 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 X7 xDrive50i G07 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: 224,52 € (X7 xDrive50i G07) and 56,60 € (Atto 3 Extended Range). An equivalent petrol SUV (~8 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.