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Model 3 Performance
456 ch · 78 kWh · 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
| Model 3 Performance | S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h24 | 7h06−18 min |
| Charging stops | 3 stops | 1 stop−2 stops |
| Cost of energy used | 64.65 €−98.01 € | 162.66 € |
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 S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223 (hybrid) makes 1 stop of 5 min, the Model 3 Performance (electric) 3 stops totalling 23 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 64,65 € for Model 3 Performance versus 162,66 € for S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223.
The official WLTP figures (16,5 kWh/100km for Model 3 Performance and 8,9 L/100km for S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223) 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 19,9 kWh/100km (Model 3 Performance) and 10,3 L/100km (S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223). 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 → Tournus, A6initial energy charged at home · 0,20 €/kWh | 352 km70 kWh consumed | 0,040 €/km | 14,05 € |
| Tournus, A6 → Valence, A7energy charged at Supercharger 234 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 156 km31 kWh consumed | 0,120 €/km | 18,72 € |
| Valence, A7 → Manosque, A51energy charged at Supercharger 234 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 156 km31 kWh consumed | 0,120 €/km | 18,72 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseilleenergy charged at Supercharger 239 kW · 0,60 €/kWh | 110 km22 kWh consumed | 0,120 €/km | 13,16 € |
| Trip total | 64,65 € | ||
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost (€) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Manosque, A51fuel · 2,03 €/L | 663 km68 L consumed | 0,210 €/km | 139,06 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseillefuel · 2,03 €/L | 112 km12 L consumed | 0,211 €/km | 23,61 € |
| Trip total | 162,66 € | ||
How many kilometres do you recover depending on the time spent at the charger? Comparison at nominal peak power.
| Charging stop duration | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Mercedes S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | ~73 km | - |
| 10 minutes | ~146 km | - |
| 20 minutes | ~293 km | - |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | ~274 km20 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 S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223 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: 64,65 € (Model 3 Performance) and 162,66 € (S 450 4MATIC Limousine W223). An equivalent petrol SUV (~8 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.