BMW i4 vs Tesla Model 3
Price, range, battery, charging & specs compared - Sedan
More affordable
BMW i4
₹4.5L cheaper
Longer range
BMW i4
483–590 km
More powerful
Tesla Model 3
283–510 bhp
Bigger battery
BMW i4
70.3–83.9 kWh
The BMW i4 and Tesla Model 3 are both electric sedans sold in India. The BMW i4 is the more affordable option - about ₹4.5 Lakh cheaper (ex-showroom). On range, the BMW i4 goes further on a full charge (483–590 km claimed). Here's how they compare on price, range, battery, power and charging.
BMW i4 vs Tesla Model 3 - specs compared
| Spec | BMW i4 | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ₹72.50 - 77.50 Lakh ✓ | ₹77 - 99 Lakh |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Range (claimed) | 483–590 km ✓ | 438–584 km |
| Battery | 70.3–83.9 kWh ✓ | 60–79 kWh |
| Max power | 282–335 bhp | 283–510 bhp ✓ |
| Max torque | 400–430 Nm | 420–741 Nm ✓ |
| Top speed | 190 km/h | 201–262 km/h ✓ |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| DC fast charging | 10-80% in ~31 min | 10-80% in ~27 min |
✓ marks the stronger value on that spec. Prices are ex-showroom, indicative and for reference only.
Which should you buy?
Choose the BMW i4
if value matters most - it undercuts the Tesla Model 3 by about ₹4.5 Lakh and still offers the longer claimed range.
Choose the Tesla Model 3
if you want more performance (283–510 bhp).
BMW i4 vs Tesla Model 3 - FAQs
Which is cheaper, BMW i4 or Tesla Model 3?+−
The BMW i4 is more affordable, with an ex-showroom price of ₹72.50 - 77.50 Lakh - about ₹4.5 Lakh less than the Tesla Model 3 (₹77 - 99 Lakh).
Which has more range, BMW i4 or Tesla Model 3?+−
The BMW i4 has the higher claimed range at 483–590 km, versus 438–584 km for the Tesla Model 3.
BMW i4 vs Tesla Model 3: which should I buy?+−
Pick the BMW i4 for value. Use the side-by-side comparison and on-road price tools above to decide.