Model Y vs iX3

Scores and specs side by side. The best value in each row is in bold and marked Best.

Main differences

  • The iX3 goes 97 mi further on the EPA cycle, 434 mi against 337 mi.
  • The Model Y is more efficient, 125 MPGe combined against 118.
  • The Model Y is rear-wheel drive; the iX3 is all-wheel drive.

From the published specs and John’s scores. Gaps too small to matter, and specs either car doesn’t list, are left out.

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2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD vs 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive: scores and specs side by side

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2025 Tesla Model Y
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Tesla

2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD

BMW

2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive

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Range & efficiency

EPA range337 mi434 miBest
Efficiency269 Wh/miBest286 Wh/mi
MPGe combined125 MPGeBest118 MPGe

Performance

DrivetrainRear-wheel driveAll-wheel drive

Dimensions & practicality

Body styleCrossoverCrossover

Scores are out of 10. Price is base MSRP before incentives and destination. A dash means the spec isn’t listed.

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