BMW iX3 vs Tesla Model S
Price, range, battery, charging & specs compared — SUV vs Sedan
More affordable
BMW iX3
₹22L cheaper
Longer range
BMW iX3
805 km
More powerful
Tesla Model S
670–1020 bhp
Bigger battery
BMW iX3
108.7 kWh
The BMW iX3 and Tesla Model S are both electric cars sold in India. The BMW iX3 is the more affordable option — about ₹22 Lakh cheaper (ex-showroom). On range, the BMW iX3 goes further on a full charge (805 km claimed). Here's how they compare on price, range, battery, power and charging.
BMW iX3 vs Tesla Model S — specs compared
| Spec | BMW iX3 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ₹1.22 - 1.34 Cr ✓ | ₹1.44 - 1.9 Cr |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Range (claimed) | 805 km ✓ | 560–660 km |
| Battery | 108.7 kWh ✓ | 95–99 kWh |
| Max power | 463 bhp | 670–1020 bhp ✓ |
| Max torque | 645 Nm | – |
| Top speed | 210 km/h | 240–322 km/h ✓ |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| DC fast charging | 10-80% in ~21 min | 10-80% in ~30 min |
✓ marks the stronger value on that spec. Prices are ex-showroom, indicative and for reference only.
Which should you buy?
Choose the BMW iX3
if value matters most — it undercuts the Tesla Model S by about ₹22 Lakh and still offers the longer claimed range.
Choose the Tesla Model S
if you want more performance (670–1020 bhp).
BMW iX3 vs Tesla Model S — FAQs
Which is cheaper, BMW iX3 or Tesla Model S?+−
The BMW iX3 is more affordable, with an ex-showroom price of ₹1.22 - 1.34 Cr — about ₹22 Lakh less than the Tesla Model S (₹1.44 - 1.9 Cr).
Which has more range, BMW iX3 or Tesla Model S?+−
The BMW iX3 has the higher claimed range at 805 km, versus 560–660 km for the Tesla Model S.
BMW iX3 vs Tesla Model S: which should I buy?+−
Pick the BMW iX3 for value. Use the side-by-side comparison and on-road price tools above to decide.