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Compare BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo vs Tesla Model 3

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
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$45,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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Tesla Model 3
2024 Tesla Model 3
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TBC
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
Electric
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 23 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 134 MPGE
Hwy: 126 MPGE
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
N/A
Range
N/A
Range
325 miles
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
19.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
56.5 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
N/A

Photos

BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo
2017-2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Rear Three-Quarter Left Side View
2017-2019 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Dashboard Layout
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Tesla Model 3
2024 Tesla Model 3 Rear Angle View
2024 Tesla Model 3 Dashboard
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Electric
Horsepower
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
393 hp
Torque
258 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm
475 lb-ft
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Single Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,015 lbs
4,034 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
131 MPGE
City
23 MPG
134 MPGE
Highway
33 MPG
126 MPGE

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.6 Tons/yr
N/A

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
N/A
Cruising Range City
363.4 miles
N/A
Cruising Range Highway
521.4 miles
N/A

Battery Range & Charge Times

Range
N/A
325 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
190 in
184.8 in
Height
59.4 in
56.8 in
Max Width
72 in
72.8 in
Front Width
60.7 in
62.2 in
Rear Width
62.4 in
62.2 in
Wheelbase
115 in
113.2 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42 in
42.7 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.3 in
40.3 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.2 in
56.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
N/A
53.4 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.2 in
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.3 in
37.7 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.1 in
54 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
N/A
52.4 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
19.8 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up
18.4 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down
56.5 ft³
N/A

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
40.4 ft
38.8 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 8.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P225/45VR18
P235/45WR18
Rear Tire
P225/45VR18
P235/45WR18

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black
Pearl White Multi-Coat

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Arctic Gray Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Estoril Blue Metallic
  • Glacier Silver Metallic
  • Imperial Blue Metallic
  • Jatoba Brown Metallic
  • Kalahari Beige Metallic
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral Gray Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Deep Blue Metallic
  • Midnight Silver Metallic
  • Solid Black
  • Red Multi-Coat

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black w/Red Stitching, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Black, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Venetian Beige, SensaTec Upholstery
  • Black, Premium Seat Trim
  • White/Black, Premium Seat Trim

Optional Interior Materials

  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Black w/Red Hi/Stitch, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Black/Dark Oyster, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac/Dark Brown, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Cognac/Dark Brown, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Coral Red/Black, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Dakota Leather Upholstery
  • Venetian Beige/Dk. Oyster, Dakota Leather Upholstery
N/A

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Not Available
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Optional
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Optional
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Optional
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Optional
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Not Available
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Cloth Seats
Optional
Not Available
Leather Seats
Optional
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available
Vinyl Seats
Optional
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Optional
Not Available
Navigation System
Optional
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Not Available
Power Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Not Available
Automatic Parking
Optional
Not Available
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Hands-Free Liftgate
Optional
Not Available
Heated Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Heated Steering Wheel
Optional
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Not Available
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Seat Memory
Standard
Not Available
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Optional
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
N/A
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
N/A
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