BMW 3 Series Sedan vs Tesla Model 3 Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Superb performance Luxury cabin Great ride quality Read More	Instant acceleration with smooth electric performance. Long driving range on a single charge (over 500 km). Modern minimalist cabin with a large 15-inch touchscreen. Advanced safety features and Autopilot driver assistance. Lower running and maintenance costs compared to petrol cars.   Read More
Things we don't like	Limited usable boot space Huge expensive Some tech features missing Read More	Charging stations are still limited outside major cities in the UAE. Rear seat and boot space are smaller than larger sedans. Ride can feel firm on rough roads. Higher upfront price compared to regular sedans.   Read More

Engine and Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	--
Transmission Type	Manual	Automatic
Drive Type	RWD	RWD
No Of Cylinders	4	--
Valves Per Cylinder	4	--
Valve Configuration	DOHC	--
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
Compression Ratio	10.5:1	--
Range	--	520 KM
Battery Capacity	--	60 Kwh
Emission	--	Yes

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Performance

Engine Displacement	1598 cc	--
Power	136	--
Torque	220 Nm	--
Fuel Type	Petrol	Electric
Acceleration	8.9 s	6.1s
Mileage Highway	20.8 kmpl	--
Top Speed	210 kmph Km/h	--
Mileage City	13 kmpl	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	480 L L	--
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	60 L L	--
Length	4624 mm mm	--
Width	2031 mm mm	--
Height	1429 mm mm	--
Wheel Base	2810 mm mm	--
Front Tread	1543 mm	--
Rear Tread	1583 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1460 kg kg	--
Gross Weight	1935 kg kg	--
Front Headroom	1023 mm mm	--
Rear Headroom	957 mm	--

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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type	Power	Electric
Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	19 Inch
Front Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	--
Steering Column	Adjustable	--
Rear Suspension	Adaptive Suspension	--
Tyre Size	205/60 R16	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial Tubeless
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	--
Wheel Size	R16	--
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	--
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type	Discs	Disc

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Safety

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	--
Driver Airbag	Yes	--
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	--
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	--
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Optional Optional	Yes
Parking Sensors	Optional Optional	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	--
Engine Check Warning	Yes	--
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Optional Optional	--
Front Impact Beams	Yes	--
Side Impact Beams	Yes	--
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--
Traction Control	Yes	--
Power Door Locks	--	Yes
Lane Departure Warning System	--	Yes
Fire Extinguisher	--	Yes
First Aid Kit	--	Yes
Forward Collision Warning	--	Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking	--	Yes
Around View Monitor	--	Yes
Speed Sensing Door Locks	--	Yes
Blind Spot Warning	--	Yes
360 camera	--	Yes
Lane Change Indicator	--	Yes

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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	Optional Optional	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Rear	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	Optional Optional	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Optional Optional	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	--
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Optional Optional	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	--
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	--	Yes
Power Boot	--	Yes
Usb charger	--	Yes
Remote key	--	Yes
Power Driver Seat	--	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	Heated Steering Wheel Heated Steering Wheel

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	optional optional	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	Optional Optional	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	--
Voice Control	Optional Optional	--
Numbers of Speakers	--	9 9
Touch Screen Size	--	15.4 Inch 15.4 Inch
Rear LCD Screen	--	Yes
Portable Charging Cable	--	Yes
Rear LCD Screen Size	--	8 Inch 8 Inch

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	--
Rain Sensing Wiper	Optional Optional	--
Rear Window Wiper	No	--
Rear Window Washer	No	--
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	--
Tinted Glass	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	--
Roof Carrier	Optional Optional	--
Sun Roof	Optional Optional	--
Side Stepper	No	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	--
Chrome Grille	Yes	--
Chrome Garnish	Yes	--
Roof Rail	No	--
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Headlamp Type	--	LED LED
Tail Lamp Type	--	LED LED

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Interior

Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Ambient Light	--	Yes

Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Optional Optional	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	No	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	--
Emission Control System	Catalytic Convertor Catalytic Convertor	--
Spare Wheel	--	Yes
Ventilated Seat	--	Yes

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