BMW 840i xDrive vs Tesla Model S
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Tesla Model S
Overview
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Tesla Model SModel S Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 840i xDrive | Model S Sedan |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Tesla Model SModel S Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $93,800 (best) | $94,990 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Tesla Model SModel S Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | — | 124 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 410 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 9.7 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Tesla Model SModel S Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp | 670 hp (best) |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Tesla Model SModel S Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 15.5 cu ft | 64.6 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,010 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,281 lbs (best) | 4,561 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in (best) | 4.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 119 in (best) | 116.5 in |
| Length | 200.3 in (best) | 197.7 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 78.6 in (best) |
| Height | 55.4 in | 56.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 840i xDrive840i xDrive | Tesla Model SModel S Sedan |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 840i xDrive | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 840i xDrive $93,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Model S Sedan $94,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 840i xDrive $94,700 MSRP | Plaid $109,990 MSRP |
| 3 | 840i xDrive $103,500 MSRP | — |