USA EV Comparison: Tesla Model 3 Performance vs Model S Standard Range vs Model 3 Performance
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global.
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General Info
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Tesla Model S Standard Range | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2024 | 2019-2020 | 2024-2025 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | Netherlands, USA | China, USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Liftback | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (Used) | $15500 | $24695 | $43400 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.8 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Tesla Model S Standard Range | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 315 mi | 287 mi | 298 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 352 mi | 283 mi | 328 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 304 mi | 257 mi | 281 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 75 kWh | 78.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 76 kWh | 72.5 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 25 kWh/100 mi | 28.2 kWh/100 mi | 26.7 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4 mi/kWh | 3.54 mi/kWh | 3.75 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.7 | 7.1 | 7.8 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Tesla Model S Standard Range | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 100 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 6.5 | 7.2 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Tesla Model S Standard Range | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 377 kW | 398 kW | 461 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 506 hp | 534 hp | 618 hp |
| Motor Torque | 487 lb-ft | 557 lb-ft | 547 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.1 s | 4 s | 2.9 s |
| Top Speed | 162 mph | 155 mph | 163 mph |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6.8 | 7.2 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Tesla Model S Standard Range | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.8 in | 195.7 in | 185.8 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 82.2 in | 86.2 in | 82.2 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 72.8 in | 77.3 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 56.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 116.5 in | 113.2 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Tesla Model S Standard Range | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4072 lb | 4812 lb | 4054 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 19.8 ft3 | 26.3 ft3 | 21 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 43.6 ft3 | 58.1 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 3.1 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.7 | 5.5 | 4.6 |
