You're comparing a full size sedan to a city car. I know the Tesla 3 isn't on sale everywhere, but it's damn near the price of the i3. Ultimately, though, that

You're comparing a full size sedan to a city car. I know the Tesla 3 isn't on sale everywhere, but it's damn near the price of the i3. Ultimately, though, that's missing the point -- the i3 is a city car, the small size is part of the selling point (while also being a drawback). In the price range, the 3 is a more useful car in most places, but the i3 has its niche as well. Hell, there are so many tax credits and rebates here in CA that you can get a new i3 from around $24k. I still opted for the Tesla because the i3 would have very limited range and usefulness as an everyday car, but if you don't mind buying a car that's solely a commuter, it's a great option.