BMW iX3 vs Tesla Model Y
Comparing the 2027 BMW iX3 (from $61,500) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y (from $39,990). The iX3 offers 434 miles of range while the Model Y offers 321 miles.
Quick Take
BMW iX3 charges fastest, while Tesla Model Y wins on price.
2027 • SUV
Fastest Charger
- 21 min 10-80% DC fast charge
- 400 kW peak charging speed
- CCS charging port
- Up to 434 mi EPA-rated range
2026 • SUV
Best Value
- Starts at $39,990
- About $112 per mile of range
- Up to 357 mi EPA-rated range
BMW iX3 vs Tesla Model Y: Which Should You Buy?
The Tesla Model Y starts at $39,990, undercutting the BMW iX3 ($54,000) by about $14,000.
In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX3 covers up to 434 miles, 77 more than the Tesla Model Y's maximum of 357. At a DC fast charger, the BMW iX3 goes from 10-80% in about 21 minutes vs 30 for the Tesla Model Y.
The Tesla Model Y offers 76 cu ft of cargo space vs 61.8 for the BMW iX3.
Bottom line: pick the BMW iX3 if you want the shortest charging stops, or the Tesla Model Y if you want the most for your money.
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