BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah vs Tesla Model S Performance
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) for as low as €18400, while the Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) begins at €61950.
The BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah (2018-2022) is a Hatchback, whereas the Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) is a Liftback.
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2022 | 2020-2021 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | Netherlands, USA |
| Body Style | Hatchback | Liftback |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (Used) | €18400 | €61950 |
| GCC Score | 5.2 | 8.1 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 246 km | 623 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 308 km | 639 km |
| Range (GCC) | 255 km | 568 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42.2 kWh | 103 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 37.9 kWh | 98 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.9 kWh/100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.73 km/kWh | 5.8 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.2 | 9.1 |
Charging
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 16.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 8.1 |
Performance
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 135 kW | 580 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 181 hp | 778 hp |
| Motor Torque | 250 Nm | 1140 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.3 s | 2.5 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 261 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.2 | 9.1 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4011 mm | 4970 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm | 2189 mm |
| Height | 1598 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW i3 BEV 120 Ah | Tesla Model S Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 4 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1345 kg | 2316 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 260 l | 745 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1100 l | 1645 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.3 | 5.6 |
