Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model S Long Range vs Model 3 Performance

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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 S Long Range (2019-2020) for as low as €37700, while the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) begins at €23650.

The Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) is a Liftback, whereas the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) is a Sedan.

Property Tesla Model S Long Range Tesla Model 3 Performance
Years of Production 2019-2020 2018-2024
Current Status Discontinued Discontinued
Country of Manufacture Netherlands, USA China, Germany, USA
Body Style Liftback Sedan
Market Availability EU, USA EU, USA
Price Europe (Used) €37700 €23650
GCC Score 7.6 7.3

Range and Efficiency

While the Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024).

Property Tesla Model S Long Range Tesla Model 3 Performance
Range (EPA) 600 km 507 km
Range (WLTP) 624 km 567 km
Range (GCC) 550 km 489 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 100 kWh 82 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 95 kWh 76 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 17.3 kWh/100 km 15.5 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 5.79 km/kWh 6.43 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 8.9 8.8

Charging

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) maxes out at 200 kW.

The Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 16.5 kW, whereas the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) is limited to 11 kW.

Property Tesla Model S Long Range Tesla Model 3 Performance
Max Charging Power (AC) 16.5 kW 11 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 200 kW 250 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) CCS Type 2 (Tesla)
Charging Score 7.7 7.3

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) has more power, the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

Property Tesla Model S Long Range Tesla Model 3 Performance
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) IM (front), PMSM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 398 kW 377 kW
Motor Power (hp) 534 hp 506 hp
Motor Torque 755 Nm 660 Nm
0-100 km/h 3.8 s 3.3 s
Top Speed 250 km/h 261 km/h
Performance Score 6.9 6.7

Dimensions

The Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024).

The Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

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

Cargo and Towing

The Tesla Model S Long Range (2019-2020) 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.

Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.

Property Tesla Model S Long Range Tesla Model 3 Performance
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 2290 kg 1847 kg
Cargo Volume (Trunk) 745 l 561 l
Cargo Volume (Max) 1645 l 1235 l
Cargo Volume (Frunk) 60 l 88 l
Cargo and Towing Score 5.5 4.7
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