Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model 3 Standard Range vs Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh

Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in metric units (km, kg). To see imperial units (mi, lb), switch website version to USA.
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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 Standard Range (2019-2020) for as low as €18790, while the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) begins at €7990.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) is a Sedan, whereas the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) is a Hatchback.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh
Years of Production 2019-2020 2011-2017
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture China, Germany, USA Germany, USA
Body Style Sedan Hatchback
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price Europe (Used) €18790 €7990
GCC Score 6.1 4.1

Range and Efficiency

While the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017).

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh
Range (EPA) 354 km 122 km
Range (GCC) 336 km 119 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 60 kWh 23 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 57.5 kWh 19.6 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 17.1 kWh/100 km 16.5 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 5.84 km/kWh 6.07 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 6.3 5

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) can charge at up to 170 kW.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) is limited to 6.6 kW.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 6.6 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 170 kW - Max Charging Power (DC)
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 (Tesla) Type 1 (J1772)
Charging Score 5.7 2.8

Performance

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) is rear-wheel drive, while the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh
Drive Type RWD FWD
Motor Type PMSM PMSM
Motor Power (kW) 208 kW 107 kW
Motor Power (hp) 279 hp 143 hp
Motor Torque 420 Nm 250 Nm
0-100 km/h 6.1 s 11.4 s
Top Speed 225 km/h 135 km/h
Performance Score 5 2.2

Dimensions

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017).

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh
Length 4695 mm 4358 mm
Width (with Mirrors) 2088 mm - Width (with Mirrors)
Width (w/o Mirrors) 1850 mm 1823 mm
Height 1445 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase 2875 mm 2649 mm

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020), but the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) doesn’t have one.

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range (2019-2020) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh (2011-2017) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.

Property Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Ford Focus Electric 23 kWh
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1611 kg 1700 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 561 l 237 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1235 l 1125 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 88 l - Cargo Volume (Frunk)
Towing Capacity 1000 kg - Towing Capacity
Cargo and Towing Score 5.1 4
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