Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 eDrive35 vs Tesla Model 3 RWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) has a starting price of €57600, compared to the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…), which starts at €40970.
The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) is a Liftback, whereas the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China, USA |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €57600 | €40970 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 514 km | 520 km |
| Range (GCC) | 411 km | 442 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 70.3 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 67.1 kWh | 60.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.3 kWh/100 km | 13.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.13 km/kWh | 7.31 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.4 | 8.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 180 kW, while the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…) maxes out at 175 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 180 kW | 175 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 6.4 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 210 kW | 208 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 282 hp | 279 hp |
| Motor Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 201 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) and Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4720 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2089 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1849 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2875 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…), but the BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) doesn’t have one.
The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Tesla Model 3 RWD (2025-…).
| Property | BMW i4 eDrive35 | Tesla Model 3 RWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2070 kg | 1836 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 594 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 977 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 88 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.1 |
