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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Tesla Model Y - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (550 HP vs 627 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 34300 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Tesla Model Y?

BMW 3 Series Touring

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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Tesla Model Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model Y has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41100 £. That’s a price difference of around 6780 £.

As for range, the Tesla Model Y performs decisively better – achieving up to 622 km, about 525 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y has a somewhat edge – offering 627 HP compared to 550 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the is quicker – completing the sprint in , while the takes . That’s about faster.

In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Touring performs a bit better – reaching 300 km/h, while the Tesla Model Y tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Touring pulls evident stronger with 700 Nm compared to 493 Nm. That’s about 207 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is somewhat lighter – 1650 kg compared to 1976 kg. The difference is around 326 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model Y offers distinct more room – 822 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 322 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model Y performs distinct better – up to 2138 L, which is about 628 L more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.

When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Touring barely noticeable takes the win – 520 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 48 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Tesla Model Y proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model Y is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £34,300
Model Y @ Tesla, Inc.

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 299 - 627 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.1 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 534 - 622 km
BMW 3 Series Touring
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BMW 3 Series Touring

4.3 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.

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Tesla Model Y

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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The Tesla Model Y blends SUV practicality with sports-car poke, wrapping a roomy, minimalist cabin and handy hatch into a slick, aerodynamic package that feels more Silicon Valley gadget than garage ornament. It’s an ideal pick for buyers who want effortless electric driving, regular software improvements and access to Tesla’s convenient charging network, though style-conscious shoppers should know it’s more about tech and efficiency than classic luxury.

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Costs and Consumption

Price
41100 - 131100 £
Price
34300 - 53100 £
Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.1 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
91 - 97 km
Electric Range
534 - 622 km
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 85 kWh
co2
57 - 238 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1650 - 2025 kg
Curb weight
1976 - 2108 kg
Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
Trunk capacity
822 L
Length
4713 - 4801 mm
Length
4790 - 4797 mm
Width
1827 - 1918 mm
Width
1921 mm
Height
1440 - 1448 mm
Height
1611 - 1624 mm
Max trunk capacity
1420 - 1510 L
Max trunk capacity
2022 - 2138 L
Payload
405 - 520 kg
Payload
440 - 472 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 550 HP
Power HP
299 - 627 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
213 - 300 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 250 km/h
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
420 - 493 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
110 - 405 kW
Power kW
220 - 461 kW
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Tesla
Is the BMW 3 Series Touring offered with different drivetrains?

The BMW 3 Series Touring is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.