BMW 1-Series BMW 1-Series 2011 Tesla Model 3 Tesla Model 3 2021

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $52,690

Tesla Model 3 Performance   
Difference: $720

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112021
Model1-SeriesModel 3
TrimM CoupePerformance
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $46,135 $57,990
Convenience Package 2,700  
Premium Package 2,400  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 1,000
App support 250  
Heated front seats 500  
Convenience Package 2,455  
Premium Package 2,185  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 0
App support 230  
Heated front seats 455  
Options (change) 6,400 1,000
Options (change) 5,825 0
Destination 875 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $53,410 $52,690

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW 1-Series dealer quotes or Tesla Model 3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3 Performance
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,825
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $55,274
Model Year20112021
Model1-SeriesModel 3
TrimM CoupePerformance
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine335hp I6450hp E
TransmissionM6A1
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/26 MPG118/107 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/35-19235/35-20
Total Price$53,410$52,690
Adjustments for Features0-3,105
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$53,410$49,585

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20112021
Model1-SeriesModel 3
TrimM CoupePerformance
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 
1-speed automatic $800
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows $200
Remote keyless entry$225 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Tires, run-flat$150 
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Second-row low console$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15 
Interior air filter$0 
Rear air vents $100
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Rear spoiler$200 
Sport rocker panels (optional)$0 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Aux input$50 
CD player$125 
HD radio$50 
In-vehicle Internet $150
iPod integration$100 
Media drive$15 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Range alert $0
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Traffic information$25 
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Cornering lights$50 
Digital instruments $0
Headlight washers$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Tachometer$75 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede trim$300 
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,920$8,025
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,105
Value of Feature Adjustments0371

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20112021
Model1-SeriesModel 3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.7 in113.2 in
Length171.7 in184.8 in
Width68.8 in72.8 in
Height56.0 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,362 lb.4,065 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in56.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.4 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom32.0 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume10.0 ft315.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series M Coupe

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested120090%
Total Not Requested14010%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested188080%
Total Not Requested47520%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.