2024 BMW 3 Series vs 2022 Tesla Model 3 Comparison

    BMW 3 Series

    Tesla Model 3

    2024 BMW
    3 Series
    vs
    2022 Tesla
    Model 3
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    How they stack...

    CarExpert Score
    CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the medium category, between scores of NaN and NaN.
    0.0
    8.1
    8.8
    0.0
    Based on the BMW 3 Series 30i M SPORT
    Based on the Tesla Model 3 REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
    Best suitable for...
    Driving the familyDriving the family
    LuxuryLuxury
    Transporting thingsTransporting things
    Fuel Efficiency
    40L - 59L
    100 to 472 km
    NA
    ANCAP Safety Rating
    Warranty
    5 year
    warranty
    4 year
    warranty
    MSRP
    $82,045 - $114,900
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    CarExpert's Take

    Matt Campbell
    Senior Contributor
    Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • A fairly complete offering
    • Sumptuous interior appointments
    • Now with five-year warranty
    Misses
    • Considerably more expensive now
    • Ride is too firm, even on adaptive dampers
    • M340i xDrive is just a few grand extra
    Anthony Crawford
    Senior Road Tester
    Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
    Hits
    • Overhauled ride is a game changer
    • Luxury-class seats with ultra-quiet cabin
    • Fun to drive with host of chassis upgrades
    Misses
    • No Apple CarPlay could be a dealbreaker
    • Real-world range to be challenged
    • There are cheaper rivals emerging

    Standard Features

    Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
    Wireless phone charger
    Powered tailgate
    Rear air vents
    Adaptive cruise control
    Climate control
    Reversing sensors
    Reversing camera
    Autonomous emergency braking

    Optional Features

    • Carbon Fibre Trim Finishers (+$1,200)
    • Full Self Driving Capability (+$10,100)
    • Multi-Coat Paint Premium (+$2,900)
    • Metallic Paint (+$1,500)
    • Solid Paint (+$1,500)

    Colours Available

    The 2023 BMW 3 Series range is available in the following exterior paint colours

    • Alpine White
    • Black Sapphire metallic
    • Melbourne Red metallic
    • Mineral White metallic
    • M Portimao Blue metallic
    • M Brooklyn Grey metallic (NEW)
    • Skyscraper Grey metallic (NEW)
    • Dravit Grey BMW Individual metallic
    • Tanzanite Blue BMW Individual metallic

    Metallic paint costs an additional $2000, while BMW Individual metallic paints cost an additional $3850 unless they’re bought in combination with the Visibility package, making them an additional $1850.

    Specs

    Type
    TURBO DIRECT F/INJELECTRIC
    Size (cc)
    1998 - 2998-
    Size (L)
    3.0L, 2.0L0.0
    Induction
    TURBO 6, TURBO 4NOT APPLICABLE
    Camshaft
    DUAL OVERHEAD CAMNOT APPLICABLE
    Valves/Ports per Cylinder
    16 - 24-
    Power
    135kW - 285kW190kW - 335kW
    Power RPM
    4500 - 5500-
    Torque
    300Nm - 500Nm375Nm - 638Nm
    Torque RPM
    1350 - 1800-
    Bore Stroke
    --
    Compression Ratio
    10.2 - 11-

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