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Lexus SC vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lexus SC vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,700

Tesla Model 3   
Difference: $25,580

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102018
ModelSCModel 3
Trim430Base
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Base Price $68,405 $49,000
Metallic paint (extra cost)   1,000
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 0 1,000
Options (change) 0 0
Destination 875 1,200
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $69,280 $43,700

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus SC vs. Tesla Model 3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,300
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $64,240
Model Year20102018
ModelSCModel 3
Trim430Base
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Engine288hp V8258hp E
TransmissionT6A1
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG136/123 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)240, 9?, ?
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18235/45-18
Total Price$69,280$43,700
Adjustments for Features-4,2800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$65,000$43,700

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Features Comparison: Lexus SC vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20102018
ModelSCModel 3
Trim430Base
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
1-speed automatic $800
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote keyless entry$225 
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Universal garage door opener$100 
Wind blocker, small$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Forward collision warning $200
Lane departure warning $200
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Side curtain airbags $350
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100 
Interior air filter$0 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger $750
75 kWh battery pack $0
DC quick-charging capability $750
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Glass roof panel(s) $300
Laminated front side windows$200 
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
CD changer, in-dash$325 
In-vehicle Internet $150
Power antenna$100 
Range alert $0
Satellite radio$200 
Surround sound $250
Traffic + travel information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0 
Digital instruments $0
Headlight washers$50 
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Tachometer$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats $300
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather door panel trim$250 
Leather seating surfaces$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0
Synthetic suede door panel trim $250
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$12,005$7,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,280$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,8150

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Specifications Comparison: Lexus SC vs. Tesla Model 3

Model Year20102018
ModelSCModel 3
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in113.2 in
Length178.5 in184.8 in
Width72.0 in72.8 in
Height53.1 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,840 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.7 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.6 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom27.1 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room46.6 in54.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom27.1 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume8.8 ft315.0 ft3

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