Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model 3 Performance vs BYD Seal Excellence AWD
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General Info
The BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €50990. The Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €23650 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Sedan.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2018-2024 | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | China |
| Body Style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €50990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €23650 | €41880 |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.6 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) 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 | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 507 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 567 km | 520 km |
| Range (GCC) | 489 km | 442 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 76 kWh | 82.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.5 kWh/100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.43 km/kWh | 5.36 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.7 | 7.1 |
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 BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 6.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) has more power, the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 377 kW | 390 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 506 hp | 523 hp |
| Motor Torque | 660 Nm | 670 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.3 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 261 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 6 |
Dimensions
The BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4800 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2088 mm | 2150 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Height | 1445 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2875 mm | 2920 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The BYD Seal Excellence AWD (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the Tesla Model 3 Performance (2018-2024) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model 3 Performance | BYD Seal Excellence AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1847 kg | 2185 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 561 l | 400 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1235 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 88 l | 53 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.7 | 5.3 |
