Tesla Model 3 Performance vs BMW i4 M50 vs Porsche Taycan 4S
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BMW i4 M50 | Porsche Taycan 4S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2024 | 2021-2024 | 2020-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | Germany | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price USA (Used) | $37000 | $51998 | $69995 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 6.8 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BMW i4 M50 | Porsche Taycan 4S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 315 mi | 270 mi | 206 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 352 mi | 322 mi | 282 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 304 mi | 254 mi | 214 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 83.9 kWh | 79.2 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 76 kWh | 80.7 kWh | 71 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 25 kWh/100 mi | 31.8 kWh/100 mi | 33.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4 mi/kWh | 3.15 mi/kWh | 3.01 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9 | 6.5 | 5.3 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BMW i4 M50 | Porsche Taycan 4S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 207 kW | 223 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 6.9 | 7.5 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BMW i4 M50 | Porsche Taycan 4S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: IM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 377 kW | 400 kW | 390 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 506 hp | 536 hp | 523 hp |
| Motor Torque | 487 lb-ft | 586 lb-ft | 472 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.1 s | 3.7 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 162 mph | 140 mph | 155 mph |
| Performance Score | 7.8 | 7.8 | 7.6 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BMW i4 M50 | Porsche Taycan 4S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.8 in | 188.3 in | 195.4 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.2 in | 81.6 in | 84.4 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 57 in | 54.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 112.4 in | 114.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BMW i4 M50 | Porsche Taycan 4S |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4072 lb | 5018 lb | 4771 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 19.8 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 43.6 ft3 | 45.6 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 3.1 ft3 | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 3 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 3500 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.7 | 5 | 4.9 |
