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Tesla Model S vs. BMW 3-Series 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.
Tesla Model S vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,895 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $49,075 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | 3-Series |
| Trim | Performance | 328i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $89,900 | $37,500 |
| Tech Package | 3,750 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | 750 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 750 | 550 |
| Fog lights | 500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,500 | |
| Wood trim | 650 | |
| Cargo cover | 250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 2,500 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | 1,000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| App support | 250 | |
| Tech Package | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 0 | 685 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 500 |
| Fog lights | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Cargo cover | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | 0 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| App support | 230 | |
| Options (change) | 11,400 | 7,500 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 6,830 |
| Destination | 1,170 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | 0 |
| Total Price | $94,970 | $45,895 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S Performance | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $46,450 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48,560 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | 3-Series |
| Trim | Performance | 328i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 416hp E | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | A1 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 88/90 MPG | 18/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 200, 7 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-19 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $94,970 | $45,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,625 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $92,345 | $45,895 |
Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | 3-Series |
| Trim | Performance | 328i |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | |
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | |
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | |
| High-performance inverter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Tires, high-efficiency (optional) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,110 | $2,485 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,625 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 175 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 196.0 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 77.3 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,647 lb. | 3,671 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.3 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.6 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.4 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 21% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| 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 |
| 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 | 850 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 24% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| 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 | 1650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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