MercedesHybrid
S 450 4MATIC Saloon, long version W223
381 ch · 2026
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
| S 450 4MATIC Saloon, long version W223 | Model 3 Long Range AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Total time | 7h06−16 min | 7h22 |
| Charging stops | 1 stop−2 stops | 3 stops |
| Total cost | 161,01 € | 48,64 €−112,37 € |
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 Saloon, long version W223 (hybrid) makes 1 stop of 5 min, the Model 3 Long Range AWD (electric) 3 stops totalling 21 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 161,01 € for S 450 4MATIC Saloon, long version W223 versus 48,64 € for Model 3 Long Range AWD.
The official WLTP figures (9,0 L/100km for S 450 4MATIC Saloon, long version W223 and 16,0 kWh/100km for Model 3 Long Range AWD) 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 (S 450 4MATIC Saloon, long version W223) and 18,5 kWh/100km (Model 3 Long Range AWD). 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 · 1,99 €/L | 655 km68 L consumed | 0,208 €/km | 136,12 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseillefuel · 1,99 €/L | 120 km13 L consumed | 0,207 €/km | 24,89 € |
| Trip total | 161,01 € | ||
| Segment | Distance | €/km | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paris → Tournus, A6initial energy charged at home · 0,21 €/kWh | 359 km67 kWh consumed | 0,039 €/km | 13,99 € |
| Tournus, A6 → Valence, A7energy charged at Supercharger 254 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 160 km30 kWh consumed | 0,083 €/km | 13,32 € |
| Valence, A7 → Manosque, A51energy charged at Supercharger 254 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 160 km30 kWh consumed | 0,083 €/km | 13,32 € |
| Manosque, A51 → Marseilleenergy charged at Supercharger 234 kW · 0,45 €/kWh | 96 km18 kWh consumed | 0,083 €/km | 8,01 € |
| Trip total | 48,64 € | ||
How many kilometres do you recover depending on the time spent at the charger? Comparison at nominal peak power.
| Charging stop duration | Mercedes S 450 4MATIC Saloon, long version W223 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 5 minutes | — | ~79 km |
| 10 minutes | — | ~157 km |
| 20 minutes | — | ~315 km |
| Full session 10 → 80 % | — | ~280 km19 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 Saloon, long version 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: 161,01 € (S 450 4MATIC Saloon, long version W223) and 48,64 € (Model 3 Long Range AWD). An equivalent petrol SUV (~8 L/100 km) would cost about 115 € in motorway fuel. Electric costs less in energy but adds charging stops.