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BMW i5 eDrive40 vs Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge: Riga to Sofia

Which EV is faster on the 2113km route? <strong>BMW i5 eDrive40</strong> wins by 81 minutes with 8 charging stops.

In our Riga to Sofia EV duel, the BMW i5 eDrive40 beats the Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge by 81 minutes, completing the 2113km route in 25h 39min. The key advantage? 3 fewer charging stops. Route calculated on August 27, 2026 using real-time charging station data.

The BMW i5 eDrive40 needs only 8 charging stops compared to 11 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.

⚠️ Route direction matters! Charging stops may differ. See reverse direction: Sofia → Riga
Winner

BMW i5 eDrive40

Quick Comparison

Metric BMW i5 eDrive40 Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge
Travel time 25h 39min 27h 0min
Charging time: 2h 41min 3h 23min
Charging stops: 8 11
Energy used ~380 kWh ~381 kWh

Charging Strategy Breakdown

BMW i5 eDrive40 Route

Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge Route

Why the BMW i5 eDrive40 Won

The BMW i5 eDrive40 achieved a 81-minute advantage over Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge on this 2113km route. Key factors:

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