Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 M50 vs Tesla Model 3 Performance
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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 BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) for as low as €47700, while the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025) begins at €56990.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) is a Liftback, whereas the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025) is a Sedan.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2024-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China, USA |
| Body Style | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €47700 | €56990 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 435 km | 480 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 519 km | 528 km |
| Range (GCC) | 409 km | 452 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 78.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 16.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.07 km/kWh | 6.03 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025) 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 | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 461 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 618 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | 741 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 3.1 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 262 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 7.2 |
Dimensions
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) and Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4720 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | 2089 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1849 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2875 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025) features a larger trunk, but the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2024-2025), 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 3 Performance (2024-2025) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2290 kg | 1929 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 | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 4.6 |
