Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y 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 Y Performance (2020-2025) for as low as €36900, while the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) begins at €47700.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is a SUV, whereas the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) is a Liftback.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2025 | 2021-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | Germany |
| Body Style | SUV | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €59990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36900 | €47700 |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 6.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | 435 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 514 km | 519 km |
| Range (GCC) | 450 km | 409 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 78.1 kWh | 83.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75 kWh | 80.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6 km/kWh | 5.07 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 6.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) maxes out at 207 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 207 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) has more power, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 393 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 527 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 660 Nm | 795 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 3.9 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 225 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 6.7 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is wider and taller, but about the same length as the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4751 mm | 4783 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2073 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1921 mm | 1852 mm |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2856 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) 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 Y Performance (2020-2025), but the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1600 kg).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | BMW i4 M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2072 kg | 2290 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 470 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2041 l | 1290 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.7 | 5 |
