BMW i3 vs Tesla Model 3
Comparing the 2027 BMW i3 (from $61,500) with the 2025 Tesla Model 3 (from $36,990). The i3 offers 468 miles of range while the Model 3 offers 321 miles.
Quick Take
BMW i3 packs the most punch, while Tesla Model 3 hauls the most gear.
BMW i3 vs Tesla Model 3: Which Should You Buy?
The Tesla Model 3 starts at $36,990, undercutting the BMW i3 ($61,500) by about $24,500.
In its longest-range configuration the BMW i3 covers 468 miles, 105 more than the Tesla Model 3's maximum of 363. At a DC fast charger, the BMW i3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 30 for the Tesla Model 3.
The Tesla Model 3 offers 24 cu ft of cargo space vs 14.8 for the BMW i3.
Bottom line: pick the BMW i3 if you want the most power, or the Tesla Model 3 if cargo space is king.
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