Comparison
BMW iX vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range BMW iX 364 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Tesla Model Y $87,900 vs $59,900
Faster charging BMW iX 32 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile BMW iX 5.4 vs 4.6
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
BMW iX
364 mi vs 320 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model Y
$187/mi vs $241/mi
Charging winner
BMW iX
32 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 347 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | BMW iX | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | xDrive50 (20 inch wheels) | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $87,900 | $59,900 |
| Range | 364 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 347 Wh/mi • 2.88 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 105.2 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 195 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 32 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 83.2 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 99 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 241 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 124 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 18 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 5,512 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose BMW iX if you want the longer rated range (364 mi vs 320 mi).
- Choose BMW iX if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 32 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model Y looks better ($187/mi vs $241/mi).
Weighted verdict
BMW iX has the stronger weighted profile (5.4 vs 4.6).
BMW iX5.4 Tesla Model Y4.6 195 kW32 min 331 kW33 min
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