USA EV Comparison: Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD vs Model 3 Long Range RWD vs Model 3 Standard Range Plus vs Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
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General Info
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2023 | 2017-2019 | 2019-2021 | 2020-2023 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | USA | China, Germany, USA | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Liftback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (Used) | $12850 | $11800 | $11828 | $17919 |
| GCC Score | 7.3 | 6.8 | 6.4 | 6.3 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 358 mi | 330 mi | 263 mi | 249 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 382 mi | 373 mi | 278 mi | 303 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 334 mi | 315 mi | 244 mi | 249 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 78.1 kWh | 78.8 kWh | 55 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75 kWh | 73.5 kWh | 52.5 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 22.5 kWh/100 mi | 23.3 kWh/100 mi | 21.5 kWh/100 mi | 30.1 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.45 mi/kWh | 4.29 mi/kWh | 4.65 mi/kWh | 3.32 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.7 | 9.2 | 8.1 | 6.6 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW | 7.7 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 250 kW | 170 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 7.2 | 5.6 | 6.4 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 366 kW | 239 kW | 239 kW | 300 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 491 hp | 320 hp | 320 hp | 402 hp |
| Motor Torque | 364 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | 487 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2 s | 5 s | 5.3 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 145 mph | 140 mph | 140 mph | 127 mph |
| Performance Score | 6 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.8 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.8 in | 184.8 in | 184.8 in | 181.3 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.2 in | 82.2 in | 82.2 in | 78.1 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 56.9 in | 56.9 in | 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 113.2 in | 113.2 in | 107.7 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4072 lb | 3805 lb | 3627 lb | 4650 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 19.8 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 43.6 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 | 38.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 3.1 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 5 |
