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BMW i4 vs Tesla Model Y Comparison

Should you buy BMW i4 or Tesla Model Y? Find out which electric car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, range, battery capacity, charging time, power, features, safety and dimensions. BMW i4 price starts at Rs.73 Lakh and Tesla Model Y price starts at Rs.60 Lakh.

Key Highlights
BMW i4
Tesla Model Y
Price
Rs.72.5 - Rs.77.5 Lakh
Rs.59.89 - Rs.67.89 Lakh
Range
483 - 590 km
500 - 681 km
Battery Capacity
70.2 kWh and 83.9 kWh
Approx. 60 kWh and 75 kWh
Power
335.25 bhp
Not officially disclosed
Charging Time
DC fast charging supported
Up to 267 km in 15 mins at 250 kW max

BMW i4 Vs Tesla Model Y

BMW i4
BMW i4
Rs.72.5 - Rs.77.5 Lakh
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Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
Rs.59.89 - Rs.67.89 Lakh
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Basic Information
Ex-showroom Price
Rs.72.5 - Rs.77.5 Lakh
Rs.59.89 - Rs.67.89 Lakh
Battery & Range
Range
483 - 590 km
500 - 681 km
Real-world Range
330 - 485 km
400 - 560 km
Battery Capacity
70.2 kWh and 83.9 kWh
Approx. 60 kWh and 75 kWh
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion battery pack
Motor & Performance
Motor Power
335.25 bhp
Not officially disclosed
Max Torque
430 Nm
Not officially disclosed
Motor Type
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Permanent magnet synchronous electric motor
Drive Type
Rear-wheel drive
RWD / AWD depending on variant
Transmission
Single-speed automatic
Automatic
Charging Details
Home Charger
7.4
11 kW
Home Charging Time
-
AC charging time varies by wall connector output
AC Charger
11
11 kW
AC Charging Time
8H 20 Min-11 kW AC (0-100%)
11 kW AC charging supported
DC Charger
200
250 kW DC
DC Fast Charging Time
DC fast charging supported
Up to 267 km in 15 mins at 250 kW max
Connector Type
Type 2 AC, CCS2 DC
Type 2 AC and CCS2 DC
Dimensions & Capacity
Length
4783 mm
4797 mm
Width
1852 mm
1921 mm
Height
1448 mm
1624 mm
Wheelbase
2856 mm
2890 mm
Ground Clearance
-
167 mm
Boot Space
470 litres
822 litres
Seating Capacity
5
56
Features & Safety
Safety Rating
-
5-star Euro NCAP
Airbags
8 airbags
Multiple airbags
Key Features
CCS2 DC Fast Charging | Type 2 AC Charging | Digital Instrument Cluster | Touchscreen Infotainme...
15-inch touchscreen | glass roof | Autopilot | over-the-air updates | connected services | large...

Pros & Cons

BMW i4

Pros
  • Long claimed range
  • Premium EV cabin
  • Strong instant torque
  • Fast CCS2 charging support
Cons
  • High purchase price
  • Real-world range varies with speed and AC use
  • Fast-charger availability differs by route
  • Service and option packs may affect final cost

Tesla Model Y

Pros
  • Claimed range between 500 km and 681 km
  • Available with Approx. 60 kWh and 75 kWh battery option
  • DC fast charging support helps reduce charging stops
  • Practical 822-litre boot space
Cons
  • Real-world range is lower than the claimed 681 km figure
  • Home or AC charging can take longer than DC fast charging
  • Fast charging speed depends on charger availability and battery condition
  • On-road price can be higher than the listed ₹59.89 - ₹67.89 Lakh ex-showroom range

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