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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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,700 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range | ||||||
| Difference: $9,640 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | 1-Series | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 |
| Trim | 128i | 135i | Standard Range | Standard Range Plus | Long Range | Performance |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,200 | $39,300 | $35,000 | $37,990 | $46,990 | $54,990 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||||
| Power front seats | 995 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| App support | 250 | 250 | ||||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Wood trim | 500 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 1,650 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | |||||
| Proximity key | 500 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | ||||
| Power front seats | 905 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| App support | 230 | 230 | ||||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Wood trim | 455 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 1,500 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | |||||
| Proximity key | 455 | |||||
| Options (change) | 7,245 | 4,980 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Options (change) | 6,590 | 4,530 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $39,340 | $45,175 | $29,700 | $32,690 | $41,690 | $49,690 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Tesla Model 3 Standard Range | ||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model 3 Performance | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,225 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $41,873 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | 1-Series | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 |
| Trim | 128i | 135i | Standard Range | Standard Range Plus | Long Range | Performance |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 283hp E | 283hp E | 346hp E | 450hp E |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 180, 8 | ?, ? | ?, ? | ?, ? | ?, ? |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/35-20 |
| Total Price | $39,340 | $45,175 | $29,700 | $32,690 | $41,690 | $49,690 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,450 | -4,585 | -4,585 | -6,285 | -6,285 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,340 | $43,725 | $25,115 | $28,105 | $35,405 | $43,405 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,385 | $0 | $2,990 | $10,290 | $18,290 |
Features Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | 1-Series | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 |
| Trim | 128i | 135i | Standard Range | Standard Range Plus | Long Range | Performance |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Remote keyless entry | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| 50 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| 54 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| 75 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Range alert | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,640 | $4,090 | $7,225 | $7,225 | $8,925 | $8,925 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,450 | $4,585 | $4,585 | $6,285 | $6,285 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,340 | 973 | 884 | 950 | 797 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Tesla Model 3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2020 |
| Model | 1-Series | Model 3 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 172.2 in | 184.8 in |
| Width | 68.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 56.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,209 lb. | 3,555 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.4 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.0 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.0 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 5% |
| Power front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 60% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 23% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 5% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 60% |
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