BMW 520d 2012 Review vs Tesla Model 3 2017 Review
Basic information
Brand
BMW
Tesla
Model
BMW 520d
Tesla Model S
Year of Release
2012
2017
Body Type
Saloon & Sedan
Saloon & Sedan
Brand
Model
Year of Release
Body Type
Specifications
Engine Capacity
1995 cc
0 cc
Max Power
184 hp
450 hp
Torque
380 Nm
420 Nm
Top Speed
225 kmph
110 kmph
Transmission Type
8-Speed AT
1-speed Automatic
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Engine Capacity
Max Power
Torque
Top Speed
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Features
- 6 airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Cruise control
- Diesel engine
- Electronic stability control
- Good fuel economy
- Leather seats
- Navigation system
- Responsive handling
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Features
Expert Ratings
Overall Rating
4.0 / 5
4.0 / 5
Exterior Design
4.4
4.3
Interior Design
4.5
4.5
Performance
4.2
4.8
Fuel Efficiency
4.3
4.5
Safety and Technology
4.4
4.5
Transmission
4.5
4.2
Ride Quality
3.8
4.0
Driver Insights
Local owners observe that the driving position is low and sporty, yet offers excellent visibility. Enthusiasts comment that the steering feels precise and substantial, instilling confidence at high speeds.
The 2017 Model 3 remains significant because it demonstrated that an electric sedan could combine substantial range, strong acceleration, and high energy efficiency without adopting unusual city-car proportions. The Long Range RWD version's original 310-mile EPA rating remains respectable even today.
Overall Rating
4.0 / 5
4.0 / 5
Exterior Design
Interior Design
Performance
Fuel Efficiency
Safety and Technology
Transmission
Ride Quality
Driver Insights
Prices
Avg market price
Rs. 18.8M–26.5M
Rs. 20M–30M
Avg market price
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