Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD vs Model S P85D

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General Info

Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) for as low as €21480, while the Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) begins at €21970.

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) is a Liftback.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S P85D
Years of Production 2018-2023 2014-2016
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture China, Germany, USA Netherlands, USA
Body Style Sedan Liftback
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price Europe (Used) €21480 €21970
GCC Score 7.4 6.6

Range and Efficiency

Even though the Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S P85D
Range (EPA) 576 km 407 km
Range (WLTP) 614 km - Range (WLTP)
Range (GCC) 537 km 377 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 78.1 kWh 85 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 75 kWh 80.8 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 14 kWh/100 km 21.4 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 7.16 km/kWh 4.67 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 9.9 5.5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) maxes out at 120 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S P85D
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 250 kW 120 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 (Tesla) Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes)
Charging Score 7.2 6.1

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

The Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S P85D
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type IM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), IM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 366 kW 515 kW
Motor Power (hp) 491 hp 691 hp
Motor Torque 493 Nm 930 Nm
0-100 km/h 4.4 s 3.3 s
Top Speed 233 km/h 250 km/h
Performance Score 6 7.6

Dimensions

The Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023).

The Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S P85D
Length 4695 mm 4970 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2088 mm 2189 mm
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1850 mm 1964 mm
Height 1445 mm 1445 mm
Wheelbase 2875 mm 2960 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Tesla Model S P85D (2014-2016) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S P85D
Number of Seats 5 5, 7
Curb Weight 1847 kg 2251 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 561 l 745 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1235 l 1645 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 88 l 60 l
Towing Capacity 1000 kg - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.1 5.5
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