Comparison between:
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium AWD
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD
- 2023 BMW iX xDrive50
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | 2023 BMW iX xDrive50 | |
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| Model alias | - | - | iX xDrive 50 |
| Trim | Premium AWD | Performance AWD | xDrive50 |
| Model year | 2026 (MY26) | 2026 (MY26) | 2023 (MY23) |
| Market | North America | North America | North America, Europe |
| Price | USD 48,990 (USA, Oct 2025) | USD 57,490 (USA, Oct 2025) | EUR 102,500 (DE, Nov 2022) USD 83,200 (USA, Jun 2022) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Steel Carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Stealth Grey Pearl White Multi-Coat Diamond Black Glacier Blue Quicksilver Ultra Red | Deep Blue Metallic Stealth Gray Pearl White Multi-Coat Ultra Red Diamond Black Quicksilver | Individual Storm Bay Mineral White Aventurine Red Alpine White Sapphire Black Sophisto Gray with Brilliant Effect Phytonic Blue Blue Ridge Mountain |
| Interior colors | Black White | Black Black and White | Black Loft Stonegrey Mocha Amido Castanea |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 / 7 | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 188.6 in 4790 mm | 188.8 in 4796 mm | 195.0 in 4953 mm |
| Width | 75.6 in 1920 mm | 75.6 in 1921 mm | 77.4 in 1966 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 83.8 in 2128 mm | 87.8 in 2230 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 78.0 in 1982 mm | 78.0 in 1981 mm | - |
| Height | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 63.4 in 1610 mm | 66.8 in 1696 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 118.1 in 3000 mm |
| Front track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm | 66.0 in 1677 mm |
| Rear track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm | 67.2 in 1706 mm |
| Front overhang | 35.0 in 889 mm | - | - |
| Rear overhang | 39.8 in 1011 mm | - | - |
| Approach angle | - | - | 18.8 ° |
| Departure angle | - | - | 20.8 ° |
| Breakover angle | - | - | 17.6 ° |
| Wading depth | - | - | 14.9 in 379 mm |
| Clearance | 6.6 in 167 mm | 6.0 in 152 mm | 8.0 in 203 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 5.4 in 138 mm | - | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.6 in 167 mm | - | - |
| Front headroom | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 41.5 in 1054 mm |
| Rear headroom | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 39.5 in 1003 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 17.0 in 433 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 61.5 in 1562 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.2 in 1351 mm | 54.1 in 1373 mm | 58.3 in 1481 mm |
| Front hip room | 54.0 in 1371 mm | 53.8 in 1367 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 50.5 in 1283 mm | 50.6 in 1286 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 40.2 in 1021 mm |
| Rear legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 38.9 in 988 mm |
| Trunk volume | 822.0 l 29.03 ft3 0.82 m3 | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 | 500.0 l 17.66 ft3 0.50 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 2022.0 l 71.41 ft3 2.02 m3 | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 | 1750.0 l 61.80 ft3 1.75 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 116.0 l 4.10 ft3 0.12 m3 | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 4396.02 lb 1994 kg | 4482 lb 2033 kg | 5698.95 lb 2585 kg |
| Front axle load limit | - | - | 3373.07 lb 1530 kg |
| Rear axle load limit | - | - | 3924.23 lb 1780 kg |
| Roof load | - | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | - | - | 1399.94 lb 635 kg |
| GVWR | - | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg | 6933.54 lb 3145 kg |
| Towing capacity | 3500.94 lb 1588 kg | - | - |
| Towing capacity braked | - | - | 5511.56 lb 2500 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | - | - | 1653.47 lb 750 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.22 Cd | 0.23 Cd | 0.25 Cd |
| Additional information | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats | 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 | Tesla | Tesla | BMW |
| Model | 3D7 | 4D2 | XE2A01N0 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Electrically Excited Synchronous Motor (EESM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | - | - |
| Power | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps | 303 kW 406.3 hp 412.0 ps | 230 kW 308.4 hp 312.7 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 5400 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | 340 Nm 34.7 kgm 250.8 ft-lb | - | 400 Nm 40.8 kgm 295.0 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive | 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 | Tesla | BMW |
| Model | 3D3 | 3D3 | XE2A01N0 |
| Motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | Electrically Excited Synchronous Motor (EESM) |
| Location | Front | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 320 V | 335 V | - |
| Power | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps | 190 kW 254.8 hp 258.3 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 6380 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | - | 365 Nm 37.2 kgm 269.2 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional features | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | - | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 331 kW 443.9 hp 450.0 ps | 461 kW 618.2 hp 626.8 ps | 385 kW 516.3 hp 523.5 ps |
| Total system torque | 559 Nm 57.0 kgm 412.3 ft-lb | - | 765 Nm 78.0 kgm 564.2 ft-lb |
| Additional information | - | Performance 4DU Track Mode V3 | BMW 5th Gen eDrive technology System power-to-weight ratio - 9.9 kg/kW |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h | 124.3 mph 200.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.80 s | - | 4.60 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.60 s | 3.30 s | 4.40 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 311.0 mi / 500.5 km WLTP, CMB: 352.9 mi / 568.0 km WLTP, CMB: 364.1 mi / 586.0 km | EPA, CMB: 306.0 mi / 492.5 km | EPA, CMB: 305.0 mi / 490.9 km EPA, CMB: 315.0 mi / 506.9 km EPA, CMB: 324.0 mi / 521.4 km WLTP, CTY: 377.2 mi / 607.0 km WLTP, CMB: 364.7 mi / 587.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 123 MPGe EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 117 MPGe EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 15.3 kWh/100 km | - | EPA, CTY: 82 MPGe EPA, CTY: 86 MPGe EPA, CTY: 86 MPGe EPA, CMB: 39 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 39 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 41 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 83 MPGe EPA, CMB: 86 MPGe EPA, CMB: 86 MPGe EPA, HWY: 84 MPGe EPA, HWY: 85 MPGe EPA, HWY: 87 MPGe WLTP, CTY: 21.1 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 20.7 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A | 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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 12.8 m 41.99 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.4 | 2 | - |
| Additional information | Speed sensitive steering | - | Optional Integral Active Steering Steering ratio - 16:1 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.1 | 9.1 | 8.774 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency dependent shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Lower suspension Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Electronic continuously variable shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Double wishbone Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling and electronically controlled dampers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency dependent shock absorbers | Independent Lower suspension Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Electronic continuously variable shock absorbers | Independent Five-link axle Optional air suspension with automatic self-levelling and electronically controlled dampers |
| Additional information | - | Adaptive Suspension Drive modes | - |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.0 in 355 mm | 14.0 in 355 mm | 13.7 in 348 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.1 in 27 mm | 1.4 in 36 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.6 in 345 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.9 in 22 mm | 0.9 in 24 mm |
| Additional information | 4-wheel ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution Integrated Advanced Stability Control Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking system | Performance brakes | Front - four-piston fixed calipers Rear - single-piston floating calipers |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9.5Jx19 ET45 9.5Jx20 ET45 | 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 | 8.5Jx20 9Jx21 9.5Jx22 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 255/45R19 255/40R20 | 255/35R21 275/35R21 | 235/60R20 108H 255/50R21 275/40R22 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | - | 105.2 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | - | 115.5 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 78.4 kWh | 84 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity in Ah | - | - | 303 Ah |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic (US) and LG (EU) | LG Energy Solution | CATL |
| Model | NCR21700A (US) and 4680 NMC955 (EU) | LG 4680 V2 | - |
| Type | NCA | NCM (NMC) | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - |
| Battery cell format | Cylindrical | Cylindrical 4680 (46 x 80 mm) | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 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 | - |
| Battery voltage | 345 V | - | 369 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F | - |
| Additional information | Battery (low voltage) - 15.5V Battery rating (low voltage) - 6.9 Ah | NCM955 Battery (low voltage) - 15.5V Battery rating (low voltage) - 6.9 Ah Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | - |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 NACS | NACS | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW | AC 11 kW DC 195 kW AC 11 kW DC 195 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | - | DC 250 kW, 0:16-0:23 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:35 | DC 195 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 10:25 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Autosteer (S) Traffic-aware cruise control (S) 15.4" first-row touchscreen (S) 8" second-row touchscreen (S) FM/AM Radio (S) Mobile, Wi-Fi, UWB, Bluetooth connectivity (S) 15 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) HEPA filter and Bioweapon Defense Mode (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (S) Center console with extended storage (S) First-row heated and ventilated seats (S) Second-row heated seats (S) Second-row power-folding seats (S) Power-adjust steering wheel (S) Panoramic glass roof (S) Power-folding and auto-dimming side-view mirrors (S) Auto and adaptive high beams (S) Customizable wraparound ambient lighting (S) LED lightbars (S) Microsuede and textile decor (S) Perforated vegan leather (S) | Autosteer (S) Traffic-aware cruise control (S) 16" first-row QHD touchscreen (S) 8" second-row touchscreen (S) FM/AM Radio (S) Mobile, Wi-Fi, UWB, Bluetooth connectivity (S) 15 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) HEPA filter and Bioweapon Defense Mode (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (S) Center console with extended storage (S) First-row heated and ventilated sport seats with power tilt and thigh extension (S) Second-row heated seats (S) Second-row power-folding seats (S) Power-adjust steering wheel (S) Panoramic glass roof (S) Power-folding and auto-dimming side-view mirrors (S) Auto and adaptive high beams (S) Customizable wraparound ambient lighting (S) LED lightbars (S) Microsuede and carbon fiber decor (S) Perforated vegan leather (S) | Trailer hitch (O) Travel + Comfort System accessories (S) Active Cruise Control with Stop&Go Function (O) ARB technology (bear-actuator wheel slip limitation) (S) Automatic Brake System (ABS) (S) Automatic Stability Control (ASC) (S) Belt latch tensioner and force limiter on front seats (S) Cornering Brake Control (CBC) (S) Crash sensors (S) Cruise control with brake function (S) Driver and front passenger front airbags (S) Driver and front passenger side airbags (S) Driving Assistant (S) Driving Assistant Professional (O) Dry Braking function (S) Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) (S) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) (S) Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) (S) Fading compensation (S) Front and rear seats head airbargs (S) Hill Descent Control (HDC) (S) Knee airbag (S) Parking Assistant including Active Park Distance Control and reversing camera (S) Parking Assistant Plus (O) Performance control (S) Rearview camera (O) Steering and Lane Control Assistant (O) Three-point inertia-reel seatbelts on all seats (S) Trailer stability control (S) Tyre pressure indicator (S) 30 x -speaker Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System (O) 18 x -speaker Harman Kardon Surround Sound System (O) 12.3-inch information display (S) 14.9-inch control display (S) BMW IconicSound Electric (S) BMW Live Cockpit Plus (S) BMW Live Cockpit Professional (O) BMW Natural Interaction (S) BMW Operating System 8.5 with navigation (S) Hi-Fi Loudspeaker System Professional (O) Wireless smartphone charging (S) Automatic air conditioning with 2.5-zone control including rear vents (S) Electrically adjustable front seats (S) Heated front and rear seats (O) Multi-function front seats with memory and massage (O) Heated steering wheel (O) Climate glazing of windscreen (O) Panorama Glass Roof Sky Lounge (O) Power-adjustable glass sunroof (O) Rain sensor (S) Solar glazing on side and rear windows (O) Ambient lights (O) Automatic headlights (S) BMW LaserLight (O) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Leather (O) Microfiber and wool / Sensatec (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | The electric motor specifications are listed according to the MY Owner's Manual, where the minimum power is listed. Higher 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, and software tuning, among others. | 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. | Some of the features may differ from market to market in terms of being standard or optional. |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | 2023 BMW iX xDrive50 |