BMW 320 vs. Tesla Model 3
$34,900
$36,990
Highlights
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$34,900
|
$36,990
|
| Engine Type |
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline I-4
|
Electric
|
| MPG |
23 City / 35 Hwy
|
Not available
|
| Horsepower |
180 hp
|
271 hp
|
| Drive Type |
Rear Wheel Drive
|
Rear Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Basic Warranty |
4 yr / 50,000 mi
|
4 yr / 50,000 mi
|
Engine
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
180 @ 5000
|
271
|
| Engine Type |
Intercooled Turbo Premium Gasoline I-4
|
Electric
|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
200 @ 1250
|
310
|
| Displacement |
2.0 L/122
|
N/A
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| MPG |
23 City / 35 Hwy
|
Not available
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Steel
|
| Rear Tire Size |
P225/50VR17
|
P235/45WR18
|
| Front Wheel Size |
17 X 7.5 in
|
18 X 8.5 in
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Tire Size |
P225/50VR17
|
P235/45WR18
|
| Spare Wheel Material |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
17 X 7.5 in
|
18 X 8.5 in
|
| Front Wheel Material |
Aluminum
|
Steel
|
| Spare Tire Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Suspension
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
Multi-Link
|
Multi-Link
|
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) |
Strut
|
Double Wishbone
|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Strut
|
Double Wishbone
|
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Multi-Link
|
Multi-Link
|
Steering
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Steering Type |
Rack-Pinion
|
Rack-Pinion
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
37 ft
|
38 ft
|
Measurements
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length, Overall |
183 in
|
186 in
|
| Trunk Volume |
13 ft³
|
21 ft³
|
| Track Width, Rear |
62 in
|
62 in
|
| Passenger Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Second Head Room |
38 in
|
38 in
|
| Second Hip Room |
N/A
|
52 in
|
| Min Ground Clearance |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Liftover Height |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Height, Overall |
56 in
|
57 in
|
| Front Head Room |
40 in
|
40 in
|
| Wheelbase |
111 in
|
113 in
|
| Track Width, Front |
60 in
|
62 in
|
| Front Hip Room |
N/A
|
53 in
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
71 in
|
73 in
|
| Front Leg Room |
42 in
|
43 in
|
| Passenger Volume |
N/A
|
97 ft³
|
| Second Leg Room |
35 in
|
35 in
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
55 in
|
54 in
|
| Front Shoulder Room |
55 in
|
57 in
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight |
3,295 lbs
|
3,759 lbs
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
16 gal
|
N/A
|
Safety
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Stability Control |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Blind Spot Monitor |
Not available
|
Standard
|
| Lane Departure Warning |
Not available
|
Standard
|
| Backup Camera |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Entertainment
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® |
Not available
|
Standard
|
Electrical
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
900
|
N/A
|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
170
|
N/A
|
Brakes
| 2018 BMW 320 | 2027 Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brake Type |
4-Wheel Disc
|
4-Wheel Disc
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
12 in
|
13 in
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
12 in
|
13 in
|
| Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
FAQ
Which car is cheaper, the 2018 BMW 320 or the 2027 Tesla Model 3?
The 2018 BMW 320 is cheaper than the 2027 Tesla Model 3 with a $34,900 starting MSRP versus a $36,990 starting MSRP.
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