Comparison
BMW i4 vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model Y 318 mi vs 320 mi
Best value BMW i4 $57,900 vs $59,900
Faster charging BMW i4 30 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 4.8 vs 5.2
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model Y
320 mi vs 318 mi
Value winner
BMW i4
$182/mi vs $187/mi
Charging winner
BMW i4
30 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 302 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW i4 | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $57,900 | $59,900 |
| Range | 318 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 302 Wh/mi • 3.31 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 80.7 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 250 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 30 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 77.9 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 94 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 182 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 17 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 318 mi).
- Choose BMW i4 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 30 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, BMW i4 looks better ($182/mi vs $187/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (5.2 vs 4.8).
BMW i44.8 Tesla Model Y5.2 250 kW30 min 331 kW33 min
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