Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD vs Model S Standard Range

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 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) for as low as €21480, while the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) begins at €34900.

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) is a Sedan, whereas the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) is a Liftback.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S Standard Range
Years of Production 2018-2023 2019-2020
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 €34900
GCC Score 7.3 6.8

Range and Efficiency

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020).

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S Standard Range
Range (EPA) 576 km 462 km
Range (WLTP) 614 km 456 km
Range (GCC) 537 km 413 km
Battery Capacity (Nominal) 78.1 kWh 75 kWh
Battery Capacity (Usable) 75 kWh 72.5 kWh
Efficiency per 100 km 14 kWh/100 km 17.6 kWh/100 km
Efficiency per kWh 7.16 km/kWh 5.7 km/kWh
Range and Efficiency Score 9.7 7.1

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 Standard Range (2019-2020) maxes out at 100 kW.

The Tesla Model S Standard 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 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) is limited to 11 kW.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S Standard Range
Max Charging Power (AC) 11 kW 16.5 kW
Max Charging Power (DC) 250 kW 100 kW
Architecture 400 V 400 V
Charge Port CCS Type 2 (Tesla) Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes)
Charging Score 7.2 6.5

Performance

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

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

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S Standard Range
Drive Type AWD AWD
Motor Type IM (front), PMSM (rear) PMSM (front), IM (rear)
Motor Power (kW) 366 kW 398 kW
Motor Power (hp) 491 hp 534 hp
Motor Torque 493 Nm 755 Nm
0-100 km/h 4.4 s 4.2 s
Top Speed 233 km/h 250 km/h
Performance Score 6 6.8

Dimensions

The Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023).

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

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S Standard Range
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 Standard 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.

The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2018-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Tesla Model S Standard Range (2019-2020) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.

Property Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Tesla Model S Standard Range
Number of Seats 5 5
Curb Weight 1847 kg 2183 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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