8.6
2025 Tesla Model Y review
The most affordable Tesla EV SUV got cheaper earlier this year, and it still stacks up as one of the best options for a family.
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Matt Campbell
2024 Tesla Model Y vs 2024 BMW X3 Comparison
Tesla Model Y
BMW X3
2024 Tesla
Model Y
vs
2024 BMW
X3
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
8.8
8.6
8.5
7.2
Based on the Tesla Model Y REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
Based on the BMW X3 M50 xDRIVE
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Luxury
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
50L - 68L
55 to 721 km
Warranty
4 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$55,900 - $96,700
$76,600 - $169,500
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Market-leading price
- Still extremely well equipped
- Ultra practical design
Misses
- Price cuts hurt resale
- Still not as comfy as some rivals
- Short warranty
Jack Quick
Deputy Marketplace Editor
Jack Quick drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Mild-hybrid engines are silky smooth
- M50 xDrive is an absolute weapon
- Flashy interior tech
Misses
- Some hard finishes grate for the price tag
- Fiddly air vent setup
- No diesel options available for now
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
- Enhanced Autopilot (+$5,100)
- Full Self Driving Capability (+$10,100)
- Interior Colour - Black & White (+$1,500)
- Multi-Coat Paint Premium (+$2,900)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,500)
NA
Colours Available
The 2023 BMW X3 is available in the following exterior paint colours, depending on the variant.
- Alpine White
- M Carbon Black
- Black Sapphire
- Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect
- Mineral White (not available on M40i)
- Phytonic Blue
- M Brooklyn Grey
- M Sao Paulo Yellow (M Competition only)
- M Marina Bay Blue (M Competition only)
- M Toronto Red (M Competition only)
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Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO MPFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1995 - 2998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 3.0L, 2.0L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | DIESEL TURBO 6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 4, TURBO 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 220kW - 393kW | 135kW - 375kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 4000 - 5950 | |
| Torque | ||
| 330Nm - 639Nm | 300Nm - 650Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 1350 - 2750 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 9.3 - 16.5 | |
