Head-to-head · measured energy cost
2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD vs 2026 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels)
12,000 mi/year · 55% city · national avg prices, Jul 24, 2026 · lowest-cost configuration of each · methodology
At these assumptions, the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD costs $3.96 less per month ($47/year, $235 over five years) than the 2026 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels). This is the measured energy-cost difference only — not a statement that either vehicle is better.
Per month
Per year
5 years
| Measure | 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD | 2026 BMW i4 eDrive40 Gran Coupe (18 inch wheels) |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration compared | electric motor (88 and 208 kW AC Induction) · AWD | electric motor (250 kW EESM) · RWD |
| Cost per month | $48.64 | $52.60 |
| Cost per year | $584 | $631 |
| Cost over 5 years | $2,920 | $3,155 |
| Cost per mile | 4.9¢/mi | 5.3¢/mi |
| Annual energy used | 3,165 kWh | 3,423 kWh |
| EPA efficiency | 26.4 kWh/100 mi | 28.5 kWh/100 mi |
Each side shows the lowest-monthly-cost 2026 configuration of its family at the stated assumptions — other configurations differ. Change mileage, driving mix, or prices in the interactive tool; every assumption stays editable.