Comparison
BMW iX vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 364 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Tesla Model S $87,900 vs $86,630
Faster charging Tesla Model S 32 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 0.6 vs 9.4
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 364 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model S
$211/mi vs $241/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 32 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 347 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
BMW iX
95.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW iX | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $87,900 | $86,630 |
| Range | 364 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 347 Wh/mi • 2.88 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 105.2 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| DC max | 195 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 83.2 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 99 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 241 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 5,512 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 364 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 32 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model S looks better ($211/mi vs $241/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (9.4 vs 0.6).
BMW iX0.6 Tesla Model S9.4 195 kW32 min 250 kW31 min
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