Comparison between:
- 2020 BMW i3s 42 kWh
- 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 BMW i3s 42 kWh | 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU | |
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| Model alias | - | Juniper |
| Trim | 42 kWh | Performance AWD EU |
| Model year | 2020 (MY20) | 2025 (MY25) |
| Market | North America, Europe | Europe |
| Price | - | EUR 61,990 (DE, Aug 2025) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Carbon fiber reinforced polymer Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Jucaro Beige Metallic Capparis White Fluid Black Imperial Blue Metallic Melbourne Red Metallic Mineral Grey Metallic | Deep Blue Metallic Stealth Gray Pearl White Multi-Coat Ultra Red Diamond Black Quicksilver |
| Interior colors | Black Dark Grey Light Grey Brown | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 4 | 5 / 7 |
| Length | 157.7 in 4006 mm | 187.0 in 4751 mm |
| Width | 70.5 in 1791 mm | 75.6 in 1921 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 83.8 in 2129 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 77.9 in 1978 mm |
| Height | 62.6 in 1590 mm | 63.9 in 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in 2570 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm |
| Front track | 62.7 in 1592 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm |
| Rear track | 62.1 in 1578 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Front overhang | 28.1 in 714 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | 28.4 in 722 mm | - |
| Clearance | 5.2 in 131 mm | 5.9 in 151 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.6 in 1006 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 945 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 53.6 in 1361 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 49.2 in 1250 mm | 54.1 in 1373 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 53.8 in 1367 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 50.6 in 1286 mm |
| Front legroom | 40.5 in 1028 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm |
| Rear legroom | 31.9 in 810 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Trunk volume | 260.0 l 9.18 ft3 0.26 m3 | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1100.0 l 38.85 ft3 1.10 m3 | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3009.31 lb 1365 kg | 4482 lb 2033 kg |
| Weight distribution front | 47 % | - |
| Weight distribution rear | 53 % | - |
| Payload | 970.03 lb 440 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3979.34 lb 1805 kg | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.3 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | - | 4D2 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 303 kW 406.3 hp 412.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4800 rpm | - |
| Torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | - |
| Additional information | - | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | Tesla |
| Model | - | 3D3 |
| Motor type | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | - | Front |
| Voltage | - | 335 V |
| Power | - | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 135 kW 181.0 hp 183.5 ps | 461 kW 618.2 hp 626.8 ps |
| Total system torque | 270 Nm 27.5 kgm 199.1 ft-lb | - |
| Additional information | - | Performance 4DU Track Mode V3 |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.90 s | 3.50 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 214.4 mi / 345.0 km EPA, CMB: 152.9 mi / 246.0 km WLTP, CMB: 177.1 mi / 285.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 360.4 mi / 580.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 124 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 102 MPGe EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 14.6 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.31 m 33.83 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.665 | 9.1 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers | Independent Lower suspension Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent Lower suspension Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers |
| Additional information | - | Adaptive Suspension |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 14.0 in 355 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 1.1 in 27 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.9 in 22 mm |
| Additional information | - | Performance brakes |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5.5Jx20 6Jx20 | 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 175/55R20 89T 195/50R20 93T | 255/35R21 275/35R21 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 37.9 kWh | - |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity | - | 84 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | 120 Ah | - |
| Manufacturer | Samsung SDI | LG Energy Solution |
| Model | - | LG 4680 V2 |
| Type | NCM622 | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 96 | - |
| Battery cell format | Pouch | Cylindrical 4680 (46 x 80 mm) |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 8 | - |
| Battery voltage | 353 V | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Optional battery heater AC refrigerant-based cooling system | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | -30 °C -22 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | - | 60 °C 140 °F |
| Additional information | Estimated volumetric energy density - 449 Wh/L | NCM955 Battery (low voltage) - 15.5V Battery rating (low voltage) - 6.9 Ah |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 2.8 kW AC 3.7 kW AC 7.4 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 50 kW, 0:32 AC 11 kW, 3:00 AC 7.4 kW, 4:28 AC 3.7 kW, 8:56 AC 2.8 kW, 11:47 | DC 250 kW, 0:16-0:23 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:35 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Rear cupholders (S) Adaptive Cruise/Speed Control (O) Brake Assist System (S) Camera-based cruise control with Stop&Go function (O) City brake function (O) Collision Warning System (O) Cornering Brake Control (S) Electronic Brake Distribution (S) Electronic hand brake (S) Engine Start Button (S) Front and side airbags (S) Front radar (O) Full-length side curtain airbags (S) Hill holder (S) Immobilizer (S) Low Tire Pressure Indicator (S) Parking distance sensors (O) Parking Distance Sensors, Rear Radar (S) Passenger Assist Handles (S) Pedestrian and collision warning (O) Proactive driving assistant (O) Rear camera and radar (O) Service Interval Indicator (S) Speed limit info (O) Standard Cruise/Speed Control (S) Theft Deterrent System (S) Traffic jam assistant (O) 10.3-inch multi-funciton touchscreen (O) 12V power outlet (S) 200GB internal HD (O) 6.5-inch touchscreen (S) AM/FM Radio, Digital Radio (S) Bluetooth (S) BMW Apps (O) BMW iDrive (O) BMW Online with MyInfo (O) Coming Home Device (S) Garage Door Opener (S) Internal HD (S) Keyless entry (S) MP3 Player (O) Navigation (S) Remote Audio Controls (S) Satellite radio (S) 4 x sepakers, standard audio system (S) Smart Card/Key (S) 12 x speakers, 360 watt, Harmon/Kardon Premium Sound (O) Text To Speech / Speech To Text (O) Climate control (S) Remote control (S) Ventilation System (S) Head Restraints (S) Heated front seats (S) Isofix Preparation (S) Leather-trimmed, tilt telescoping (S) Door Entry Light (S) Heated washer (S) Moonroof (O) Power Locks (S) Power Locks, With Passive Access (Card Key) (S) Tinted glass windows (S) Zone-tinted windshield with wipers (S) Automatic rear-view mirror (S) Foldable side mirrors (S) Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror (S) Memory adjustment (S) Toned heated driver and passenger power side mirrors with turn signals (S) Headlight Control, Dusk Sensor (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Alloy Look On Instrument Panel And Shift Knob (S) Cargo Area Cover (S) Cloth (S) Cloth/Synthetic Leather (S) Dark Oak wood trim (O) Eucalyptus wood trim (O) Leather (S) Leather and cloth (S) Titanium Look On Instrument Panel (S) Wood/Woodgrain On Instrument Panel (S) | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | The i3s arrives with sports suspension (tighter springs and dampers along with a stabiliser on the front axle) and sports steering with a correspondingly adapted steering torque characteristic. | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different numbers reported by other sources refer to real-life measurements. However, these vary significantly for many different reasons, such as errors in procedure, unannounced variance in equipped motors, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. |
| 2020 BMW i3s 42 kWh | 2025 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU |