Comparison
Tesla Model 3 vs Tesla Model S
Static side-by-side comparison using range, charging, value, efficiency, performance, and utility metrics.
Tesla Model 3: 1.2 Tesla Model S: 3
Spec matrix
Specs comparison
| Spec | Tesla Model 3 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | — | — |
| Range | 363 mi (EPA) | 410 mi (EPA) |
| Efficiency | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 82 kWh | — |
| Seats | 5 | — |
| Drivetrain | RWD | Unknown |
| Body type | Sedan | Unknown |
| DC max | 208 kW | — |
| AC max | 11 kW | — |
| 10–80% (DC) | 36 min | — |
| Roadtrip score | 79.7 | 91.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 97 mi | — |
| USD per mile of range | — | — |
| 0–60 mph | — | — |
| Top speed | — | — |
| Cargo | — | — |
| Tow rating | — | — |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 363 mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (3 vs 1.2).
Tesla Model 3
1.2
Tesla Model S
3
Best for X
Best for range
Tesla Model S
410
Best for charging speed
Tesla Model 3
36
Best for value
—
Insufficient data
Best for performance
—
Insufficient data
Best for utility
Tesla Model 3
50 utility index
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