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

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Tesla Model 3 vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,700

Tesla Model 3   
Difference: $21,745

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172015
ModelModel 33-Series
TrimBaseM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $49,000 $62,000
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000 550
Wood trim   0
LED headlights   1,900
Sunroof   0
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 500
Wood trim   0
LED headlights   1,730
Sunroof   0
Options (change) 1,000 2,450
Options (change) 0 2,230
Destination 1,200 995
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $43,700 $65,445

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $67,133
Model Year20172015
ModelModel 33-Series
TrimBaseM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine258hp E425hp I6
TransmissionA1M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ?205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18255/40-18
Total Price$43,700$65,445
Adjustments for Features-7800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,920$65,445

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

Model Year20172015
ModelModel 33-Series
TrimBaseM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
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 
Lane departure warning$200 
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750 
75 kWh battery pack$0 
Automatic start / stop $150
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Rear spoiler $200
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
Aux input $50
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player $50
Range alert$0 
S Voice support $0
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Compass $0
Cornering lights $50
Digital instruments$0 
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Tachometer $75
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Partial leather seating sufaces $450
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250 
Synthetic suede headliner$650 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching $50
Total Value of Features$5,975$5,195
Value of Feature Adjustments$780$0
Value of Feature Adjustments1120

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

Model Year20172015
ModelModel 33-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.2 in110.6 in
Length184.8 in182.5 in
Width72.8 in71.3 in
Height56.8 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,550 lb.3,411 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested50071%
Total Not Requested20029%

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