BMW X1 vs Tesla Model Y
BMW X1
$43,200
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing BMW X1 vs Tesla Model Y. BMW X1 offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
BMW X1
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y
4.7/10Visual Comparison
Category Radar
Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
BMW X1
$43,200
Rating: 4.6/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
BMW X1 |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | BMW | Tesla |
| Model | X1 | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | SUV | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $43,200 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $43,200 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $41,800 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 2.0L BMW TwinPower Turbo Inline 4-Cylinder | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 241 hp @ 4,500 rpm (312 hp on M35i) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1,500-4,000 rpm | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 6.2 sec (0-60 mph xDrive28i / 5.2 sec M35i) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 149 mph | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 28 MPGe combined (25 City / 34 Hwy) | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 400 miles total highway tank range | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 310 g/mi CO2 | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 12V starter battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | N/A | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.6/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 940 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | X1 M35i (312 hp / 295 lb-ft, 0-60 in 5.2 sec) | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | BMW Active Driving Assistant | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 8.8 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 9.5 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Standard 241 hp 2.0L TwinPower Turbo engine provides eager, quick acceleration (0-60 in 6.2s); Standard xDrive All-Wheel... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Dual-clutch transmission can feel hesitant during slow stop-and-go low-speed parking maneuvers; Firm suspension tuning o... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
