Global EV Comparison: BMW i5 eDrive40 vs Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD vs BMW i4 eDrive40
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Instantly compare key specs and get tailored insights to find your ideal EV.
Just a sec! AI is comparing every detail for you...
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | BMW i4 eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2023-2025 | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | China, USA | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €44990 | €60600 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €54889 | - Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 7.2 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | BMW i4 eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 475 km | 584 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 582 km | 702 km | 613 km |
| Range (GCC) | 464 km | 576 km | 490 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84.4 kWh | 78.1 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 81.2 kWh | 75 kWh | 81.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.5 kWh/100 km | 13 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.71 km/kWh | 7.68 km/kWh | 6.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.7 | 10 | 8.4 |
Charging
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | BMW i4 eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 206 kW | 250 kW | 205 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7.2 | 6.8 |
Performance
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | BMW i4 eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 250 kW | 250 kW | 250 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 335 hp | 335 hp | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | 430 Nm | 450 Nm | 430 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 5.2 s | 5.6 s |
| Top Speed | 193 km/h | 201 km/h | 190 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 5.1 | 4.9 |
Dimensions
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | BMW i4 eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 5060 mm | 4724 mm | 4783 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2156 mm | 2089 mm | 2073 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1900 mm | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1515 mm | 1431 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2995 mm | 2875 mm | 2856 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | BMW i5 eDrive40 | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | BMW i4 eDrive40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2205 kg | 1822 kg | 2120 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 594 l | 470 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 785 l | 977 l | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 88 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.8 | 5.1 | 5 |
