Tesla Model 3 Performance vs Porsche Taycan 4S Plus
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 Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) for as low as €39900, while the Porsche Taycan 4S Plus (2020-2024) begins at €76245.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2024 | 2020-2024 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | Germany |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Available in the USA | Yes | Yes |
| Price Europe (Used) | €39900 | €76245 |
| GCC Score | 7.5 | 6.6 |
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 | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 507 km | 378 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 567 km | 512 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 394 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 93.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 76 kWh | 83.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km | 21.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.43 km/kWh | 4.71 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9 | 5.8 |
Charging
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 268 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 8 |
Performance
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | 2 motors: IM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 motors: PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 377 kW | 420 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 506 hp | 563 hp |
| Motor Torque | 660 Nm | 650 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.3 s | 4 s |
| Top Speed | 261 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.8 | 7.7 |
Dimensions
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4963 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2088 mm | 2144 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2875 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | Porsche Taycan 4S Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1847 kg | 2295 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 561 l | 407 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1235 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 88 l | 84 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.7 | 4.9 |
