Virtual Electric Car Racing

BMW i5 eDrive40 vs Tesla Model S 2023: Köln to Munich

Which EV is faster on the 573km route? <strong>BMW i5 eDrive40</strong> wins by 1 minutes with 1 charging stop.

In our Köln to Munich EV duel, the BMW i5 eDrive40 beats the Tesla Model S 2023 by 1 minutes, completing the 573km route in 5h 36min. The key advantage? 1 fewer charging stop. Route calculated on September 4, 2026 using real-time charging station data.

The Tesla Model S 2023's 505km range doesn't beat the BMW i5 eDrive40's 465km here - charging speed and efficiency matter more.

The BMW i5 eDrive40 needs only 1 charging stops compared to 2 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.

⚠️ Route direction matters! Charging stops may differ. See reverse direction: Munich → Köln
Winner

BMW i5 eDrive40

Quick Comparison

Metric BMW i5 eDrive40 Tesla Model S 2023
Travel time 5h 36min 5h 37min
Charging time: 10min 20min
Charging stops: 1 2
Energy used ~103 kWh ~104 kWh

Charging Strategy Breakdown

BMW i5 eDrive40 Route

Tesla Model S 2023 Route

Why the BMW i5 eDrive40 Won

The BMW i5 eDrive40 achieved a 1-minute advantage over Tesla Model S 2023 on this 573km route. Key factors:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the EV range calculation?

Our calculations use real-world consumption data and actual charging curves from GoingElectric database. Results account for highway speeds, temperature assumptions, and real charger locations along your route.

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Yes! EV Duel lets you race up to 4 electric vehicles simultaneously on any route. Watch them compete in real-time and see which one arrives first with the fewest charging stops.

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We support major charging networks including Tesla Supercharger, Ionity, Fastned, and all CCS-compatible chargers across Europe. You can also compare different networks to see which gets you there fastest.

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