BMW X5 vs Tesla Model 3 – Which car suits you better?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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

Tesla Model 3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £, while the BMW X5 costs 77100 £. That’s a price difference of around 42780 £.

As for range, the Tesla Model 3 performs convincingly better – achieving up to 702 km, about 597 km more than the BMW X5.

Engine and Performance: Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW X5 has a evident edge – offering 625 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 165 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the BMW X5 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 0.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 262 km/h, while the BMW X5 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 12 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW X5 pulls slightly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 90 Nm difference.

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, the Tesla Model 3 is evident lighter – 1822 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 418 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW X5 offers hardly perceptible more room – 650 L compared to 594 L. That’s a difference of about 56 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW X5 decisively takes the win – 705 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 372 kg.

All in all, the Tesla Model 3 shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It impresses with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile companion for everyday use.