Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S Performance vs BMW i4 M50
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) for as low as €52990, while the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) begins at €47700.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.
| Property | Tesla Model S Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands, USA | Germany |
| Body Style | Liftback | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €52990 | €47700 |
| GCC Score | 7.8 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024).
| Property | Tesla Model S Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 623 km | 435 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 639 km | 519 km |
| Range (GCC) | 568 km | 409 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 103 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 98 kWh | 80.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.3 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.8 km/kWh | 5.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.9 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) maxes out at 207 kW.
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.5 kW, whereas the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model S Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 16.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 207 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model S Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 580 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 778 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1140 Nm | 795 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.5 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 261 km/h | 225 km/h |
| Performance Score | 8.1 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024).
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model S Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4970 mm | 4783 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | 2073 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1964 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2960 mm | 2856 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021), but the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Tesla Model S Performance (2020-2021) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model S Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2316 kg | 2290 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 745 l | 470 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1645 l | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5 |
