USA EV Comparison: BMW i4 eDrive40 vs Tesla Model 3 Mid Range vs BYD Seal Excellence AWD
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General Info
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2018-2020 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA | China |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA | EU |
| Price USA (Used) | $31963 | $13794 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 5.9 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 301 mi | 264 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 366 mi | 284 mi | 323 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 290 mi | 246 mi | 275 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 65 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 62 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.8 kWh/100 mi | 25.2 kWh/100 mi | 30 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.59 mi/kWh | 3.97 mi/kWh | 3.33 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 7.5 | 7.1 |
Charging
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.7 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 200 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 5.5 | 6.5 |
Performance
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 202 kW | 390 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 271 hp | 523 hp |
| Motor Torque | 317 lb-ft | 298 lb-ft | 494 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5 s | 5.2 s | 3.6 s |
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 140 mph | 112 mph |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 5 | 6 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 188.3 in | 184.8 in | 189 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 81.6 in | 82.2 in | 84.6 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.9 in | 72.8 in | 73.8 in |
| Height | 57 in | 56.9 in | 57.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 113.2 in | 115 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Mid Range | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4684 lb | 3686 lb | 4817 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 16.6 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 14.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 45.6 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 3.1 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 lb | - Towing Capacity | 3307 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.1 | 5.3 |
