Comparing the sales figures of the Tesla Model 3 with other models always brings some rather surprising conclusions about the popularity of the most talked-about EV in the market.

Tesla’s baby electric sedan has been an impressive seller for some time now, surpassing ICE-powered models from legacy automakers with ease.

According to Cleantechnica’s estimates (Tesla doesn’t release monthly sales data and it also almost never replies to press inquiry emails), 127,836 Model 3s were delivered between January and November of 2019 in the USA, making it the 9th best-selling passenger car in the market.

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That number alone is impressive but when you start comparing it to other car maker’s results, it’s eye-opening; Tesla delivered more Model 3s in 2019 up until November in the States than BMW’s 2-, 3-, 4-, 5-, 6-, 7- and 8-Series models combined, which amount to 116,073 vehicles (these numbers were provided by BMW North America).

While it’s not affordable to the masses, the Tesla Model 3 enjoys immense popularity at the moment, thanks to a combination of segment-leading performance figures, low cost of use and cutting-edge technology. While some predicted that, following the initial wave of early adopters, demand would eventually settle down, sales of the Tesla Model 3 remain pretty strong.

The comparison with BMW’s car sales figures also showcase how Tesla is disrupting the industry at the moment. With demand for crossovers and SUVs still on the rise and Tesla still standing as the only credible choice for customers in USA wanting an electric vehicle, it’s no wonder that BMW’s combined passenger car sales are down by 14.4 percent when compared to the same period last year.

Tesla predicts that it’s going to deliver between 360,000 and 400,000 vehicles this year, helped by the fact that it started deliveries in more markets than ever.

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