Comparison between:
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium AWD
- 2018 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | 2018 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD | |
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| Model alias | - | Model 3 MR |
| Trim | Premium AWD | Mid Range RWD |
| Model year | 2026 (MY26) | 2018 (MY18) |
| Market | North America | North America |
| Price | USD 48,990 (USA, Oct 2025) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sedan |
| Materials | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Stealth Grey Pearl White Multi-Coat Diamond Black Glacier Blue Quicksilver Ultra Red | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Red Multi-Coat Pearl White Multi Coat Deep Blue Metallic Silver Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black White | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 188.6 in 4790 mm | 184.8 in 4694 mm |
| Width | 75.6 in 1920 mm | 72.8 in 1849 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 82.2 in 2088 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 78.0 in 1982 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 56.8 in 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 113.2 in 2875 mm |
| Front track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Rear track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Front overhang | 35.0 in 889 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | 39.8 in 1011 mm | - |
| Clearance | 6.6 in 167 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 5.4 in 138 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.6 in 167 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 40.3 in 1024 mm |
| Rear headroom | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 37.7 in 958 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 17.0 in 433 mm | 56.3 in 1430 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 53.2 in 1351 mm | 54.0 in 1372 mm |
| Front hip room | 54.0 in 1371 mm | 53.4 in 1356 mm |
| Rear hip room | 50.5 in 1283 mm | 52.4 in 1331 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 42.7 in 1085 mm |
| Rear legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 35.2 in 894 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | 2746.7 l 97.00 ft3 2.75 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 822.0 l 29.03 ft3 0.82 m3 | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 2022.0 l 71.41 ft3 2.02 m3 | - |
| Secondary trunk volume | 116.0 l 4.10 ft3 0.12 m3 | 84.8 l 2.99 ft3 0.08 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4396.02 lb 1994 kg | 3686.13 lb 1672 kg |
| Payload | - | 1000.9 lb 454 kg |
| GVWR | - | 4687.03 lb 2126 kg |
| Towing capacity | 3500.94 lb 1588 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.22 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Tesla |
| Model | 3D7 | DU Cat 1 3D1 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Switched Reluctance Motor (SRM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | 320 V |
| Power | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps | 202 kW 270.9 hp 274.6 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 5400 rpm | 5000 rpm |
| Torque | 340 Nm 34.7 kgm 250.8 ft-lb | 404 Nm 41.2 kgm 298.0 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Tesla | - |
| Model | 3D3 | - |
| Motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | - |
| Location | Front | - |
| Voltage | 320 V | - |
| Power | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | 6380 rpm | - |
| Torque | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | - |
| Additional features | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | - |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 331 kW 443.9 hp 450.0 ps | 202 kW 270.9 hp 274.6 ps |
| Total system torque | 559 Nm 57.0 kgm 412.3 ft-lb | 404 Nm 41.2 kgm 298.0 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.80 s | 5.90 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.60 s | 5.60 s |
| Additional information | - | Acceleration after a software update - 5.2 s 0-60 mph / 5.5 s 0-100 km/h Top speed after a software update - 225 km/h |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 311.0 mi / 500.5 km WLTP, CMB: 352.9 mi / 568.0 km WLTP, CMB: 364.1 mi / 586.0 km | EPA, CMB: 270.0 mi / 434.5 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 123 MPGe EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 117 MPGe EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 15.3 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 128 MPGe EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 123 MPGe EPA, HWY: 117 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 11.8 m 38.71 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.4 | 2.05 |
| Additional information | Speed sensitive steering | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.1 | 9 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency dependent shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency dependent shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.0 in 355 mm | 12.6 in 320 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm |
| Additional information | 4-wheel ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution Integrated Advanced Stability Control Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking system | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9.5Jx19 ET45 9.5Jx20 ET45 | 8.5Jx18 ET40 8.5Jx19 ET40 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 255/45R19 255/40R20 | 235/45R18 235/40R19 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | 62.5 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | 65 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 78.4 kWh | - |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic (US) and LG (EU) | Tesla and Panasonic |
| Model | NCR21700A (US) and 4680 NMC955 (EU) | BT36 (NCR21700A) |
| Type | NCA | NCA |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) |
| Battery cell format | Cylindrical | Cylindrical 21700 (21 x 70 mm) |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Battery voltage | 345 V | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | 260 Wh/kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F |
| Additional information | Battery (low voltage) - 15.5V Battery rating (low voltage) - 6.9 Ah | - |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 NACS | NACS |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 1.44 kW AC 5.76 kW AC 9.6 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 200 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | - | DC 200 kW, 0:30 AC 11.5 kW, 5:39 AC 9.6 kW, 6:46 AC 1.44 kW, 45:08 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Autosteer (S) Traffic-aware cruise control (S) 15.4" first-row touchscreen (S) 8" second-row touchscreen (S) FM/AM Radio (S) Mobile, Wi-Fi, UWB, Bluetooth connectivity (S) 15 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) HEPA filter and Bioweapon Defense Mode (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (S) Center console with extended storage (S) First-row heated and ventilated seats (S) Second-row heated seats (S) Second-row power-folding seats (S) Power-adjust steering wheel (S) Panoramic glass roof (S) Power-folding and auto-dimming side-view mirrors (S) Auto and adaptive high beams (S) Customizable wraparound ambient lighting (S) LED lightbars (S) Microsuede and textile decor (S) Perforated vegan leather (S) | Air-filter (S) Automatic keyless entry (S) Center console (O) Engine start button (S) Metal roof (S) Rear fold-down arm rest with cup holders (O) Roof rack (O) 12V power outlet (S) 3-point front seats safety belts with pretentioners, load limiters, lap anchor pretensioners (S) 3-point second row safety belts for all seats (S) 360-degree parking camera (O) 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) (S) Advanced side curtain air bags (S) Anti-theft alarm and immobilizer system (S) Automatic emergency braking (S) Blind spot sensor (S) Collision warning system Driver and front passenger knee air bags (S) Driver and front passenger seat side air bags (S) Driver and passenger front air bags (S) Electronic Brake Force Distribution (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (O) Forward looking radar (O) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front passenger airbag occupancy sensor (S) Front row acoustic safety belt warning (S) High-Speed autosteer (O) Integrated Advanced Stability Control (S) Lane depart sensors (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (O) Parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) Rear door child safety locks (S) Rear seats head airbags (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (O) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Rollover crash sensor (S) Self-Driving Functionality (O) Speed assist (O) Summon your car remotely (O) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (O) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (O) 15.4 LCD touchscreen (S) Bluetooth (S) Docking for two smartphones (O) Dual-front USB ports (S) Flash memory storage (S) Homelink with auto open/close of garage door/gate (S) Internet connectivity (S) Maps and Navigation with real-time traffic updates (S) Rear USB ports (O) 15 x speakers with premium audio (O) Standard-definition back-up camera (S) Voice recognition system (S) Automatic dual-zone climate control (S) Remote control air-conditioning (S) Secondary ventilation controls (S) Ventilation system (S) 12-way power heated front seats (O) 60/40 split-folding rear seats (S) Child seat anchors (S) Driver seat detection sensor for start-stop functionality (S) Heated rear seats (S) Height adjustable front seatbelts (S) Leatherette steering wheel (S) Flush-mounted door handles (S) Keyless NFC keycard (S) Manual rear liftgate (S) Metal interior door handles (S) Power cargo access remote release (S) Power windows with one-touch up/down (S) Rain-sensing, adjustable-speed windshield wipers (S) Solar-absorbing, laminated safety glass rear window with defroster (S) Tinted glass roof (O) UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (S) Auto-dimming mirrors (O) Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror (S) Power-folding and heated side mirrors (O) Ambient interior lighting (O) Auto high-beam headlights (S) Cargo area light (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED fog lamps (O) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Premium seating materials (O) Textile seats (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | The electric motor specifications are listed according to the MY Owner's Manual, where the minimum power is listed. Higher numbers reported by other sources refer to real-life measurements. However, these vary significantly for many different reasons, such as errors in procedure, unannounced variance in equipped motors, and software tuning, among others. | MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | 2018 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD |