Comparison
Tesla Model 3 vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 363 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Tesla Model 3 $42,490 vs $86,630
Faster charging Tesla Model S 36 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 2.7 vs 7.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 363 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model 3
$117/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 36 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 271 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Tesla Model 3 | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,490 | $86,630 |
| Range | 363 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 82 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| DC max | 208 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 36 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 79.7 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 97 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 117 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 21 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,205 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 363 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 36 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model 3 looks better ($117/mi vs $211/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (7.3 vs 2.7).
Tesla Model 32.7 Tesla Model S7.3 208 kW36 min 250 kW31 min
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