BMW 4 series 2021 vs Tesla Model 3 2023
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engines: | 1.6 - 3.0 (petrol, diesel) | - (electric) | |
| Tesla Model 3 is available also with electric engines. Electric engines provide instant torque and produce zero tailpipe emissions compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 - 382 HP | 283 - 510 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 650 NM | 420 - 741 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 4.7 - 8.6 seconds | 3.1 - 6.1 seconds | |
| In general, Tesla Model 3 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW 4 series. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 - 8.5 | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 140 mm (5.5 inches) | 128 - 138 mm (5 - 5.4 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 4 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.79 m | 4.72 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. BMW 4 series is 7 cm longer than the Tesla Model 3, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW 4 series is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 470 litres | 594 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1291 litres | no data | |
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Tesla Model 3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the BMW 4 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 4 series is 0.3 metres more than that of the Tesla Model 3. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`286 kg | ~ 2`177 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`738 kg | ~ 1`795 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 548 kg | ~ 382 kg | |
| BMW 4 series load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 30 procentiem more than Tesla Model 3. Therefore, BMW 4 series is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 49 200 | |
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