Comparison
Tesla Model 3 vs Tesla Model X
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model 3 363 mi vs 329 mi
Best value Tesla Model 3 $42,490 vs $84,990
Faster charging Tesla Model X 36 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model 3 5.7 vs 4.3
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model 3
363 mi vs 329 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model 3
$117/mi vs $258/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model X
31 min vs 36 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 342 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model X
109.8 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Tesla Model 3 | Tesla Model X |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Long Range RWD | Model X |
| MSRP (USD) | $42,490 | $84,990 |
| Range | 363 mi | 329 mi |
| Efficiency | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh | 342 Wh/mi • 2.92 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 82 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 208 kW | 493 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 36 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 79.7 | 78.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 97 mi | 95 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 117 $/mi | 258 $/mi |
| Top speed | 125 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 21 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 2,205 lb | 4,960 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if you want the longer rated range (363 mi vs 329 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model X 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 $258/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model 3 has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 4.3).
Tesla Model 35.7 Tesla Model X4.3 208 kW36 min 493 kW31 min
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