Porsche Taycan 4S Plus vs Tesla Model 3 Performance
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA
General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) for as low as €76245, while the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) begins at €39900.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2024 | 2018-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | China, Germany, USA |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (Used) | €76245 | €39900 |
| GCC Score | 6.6 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 378 km | 507 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 512 km | 567 km |
| Range (GCC) | 394 km | 489 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 93.4 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 83.7 kWh | 76 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.2 kWh/100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.71 km/kWh | 6.43 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 9 |
Charging
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 268 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 8 | 7.3 |
Performance
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 420 kW | 377 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 563 hp | 506 hp |
| Motor Torque | 650 Nm | 660 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4 s | 3.3 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 261 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.7 | 7.8 |
Dimensions
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4963 mm | 4695 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2144 mm | 2088 mm |
| Height | 1379 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 2875 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus | Tesla Model 3 Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2295 kg | 1847 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 407 l | 561 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | - Cargo Volume (Max) | 1235 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 84 l | 88 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.9 | 4.7 |
