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Z4 sDrive30i G29
258 ch · 2021
Trip mapped at a glance. Charging stops visible, total duration predictable. Caralogy simulation at 130 km/h.
| Measure | Z4 sDrive30i G29 | Born | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h01 | 8h09 | 68 min · Z4 sDrive30i G29 |
| Charging stops | 0 stops | 5 stops | 5 stops · Z4 sDrive30i G29 |
| Cost of energy used | 83.51 € | 69.63 € | 13.88 € · Born |
Both vehicles drove at 130 km/h for the entire trip. The Z4 sDrive30i G29 (combustion) makes no stop, the Born (electric) 5 stops totalling 68 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 83,51 € for Z4 sDrive30i G29 versus 69,63 € for Born.
The official WLTP figures (6,0 L/100km for Z4 sDrive30i G29 and 15,8 kWh/100km for Born) 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 5,3 L/100km (Z4 sDrive30i G29) and 19,0 kWh/100km (Born). 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 0.18 €/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.
| Segment | Energy used | Distance | Consumption | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Marseille | fuel · 2.03 €/L | 775 km | 41 L consumed | 0.108 €/km | 83.51 € |
| Trip total | 83.51 € |
| Segment | Energy used | Distance | Consumption | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Beaune, A6 | initial energy charged at home · 0.20 €/kWh | 244 km | 46 kWh consumed | 0.038 €/km | 9.27 € |
| Beaune, A6 → Tournus, A6 | energy charged at Ionity 95 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 109 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.113 €/km | 12.36 € |
| Tournus, A6 → Limonest, A6 | energy charged at Ionity 95 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 109 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.113 €/km | 12.36 € |
| Limonest, A6 → Montélimar, A7 | energy charged at Ionity 95 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 109 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.113 €/km | 12.36 € |
| Montélimar, A7 → Manosque, A51 | energy charged at Ionity 95 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 109 km | 21 kWh consumed | 0.113 €/km | 12.36 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseille | energy charged at Ionity 90 kW · 0.60 €/kWh | 96 km | 18 kWh consumed | 0.114 €/km | 10.91 € |
| Trip total | 69.63 € |
| Charging stop duration | BMW Z4 sDrive30i G29 | Cupra Born |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | - | ~31 km |
| 10 minutes | - | ~62 km |
| 20 minutes | - | ~123 km |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | - | ~190 km · 33 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 Z4 sDrive30i G29 arrives in 7h01 with 0 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: 83,51 € (Z4 sDrive30i G29) and 69,63 € (Born). An equivalent BMW M340i (~9,5 L/100 km) would cost about 136 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.