Comparison between:
- 2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD
- 2023 Hyundai KONA Electric SEL
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD | 2023 Hyundai KONA Electric SEL | |
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| Model alias | Model 3 SR Plus Model 3 SR+ Model Standard Range Plus | KONA EV SEL |
| Trim | RWD | SEL |
| Model year | 2023 (MY23) | 2023 (MY23) |
| Market | North America | North America |
| Price | - | USD 37,300 (USA, Feb 2023) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sedan | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Advanced High-Strength Steel High Tensile Steel |
| Exterior colors | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Red Multi-Coat Pearl White Multi Coat Deep Blue Metallic | Ultra Black Lunar White Cactus Fern Blue Wave Pulse Red Galactic Gray Ultimate Red Abyss Black |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White | Black Grey |
| Number of doors | 4 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 184.8 in 4694 mm | 165.6 in 4205 mm |
| Width | 72.8 in 1849 mm | 70.9 in 1800 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 82.2 in 2088 mm | 81.5 in 2070 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | - |
| Height | 56.8 in 1443 mm | 61.2 in 1555 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in 2875 mm | 102.4 in 2600 mm |
| Front track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 61.6 in 1564 mm |
| Rear track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 6.2 in 158 mm |
| Front headroom | 40.3 in 1024 mm | 39.6 in 1005 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.7 in 958 mm | 37.7 in 957 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 55.5 in 1410 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.0 in 1372 mm | 54.5 in 1385 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.4 in 1356 mm | 53.3 in 1354 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.4 in 1331 mm | 52.2 in 1326 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.7 in 1085 mm | 41.5 in 1054 mm |
| Rear legroom | 35.2 in 894 mm | 33.4 in 848 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2746.7 l 97.00 ft3 2.75 m3 | 2616.4 l 92.40 ft3 2.62 m3 |
| Total volume | - | 3160.0 l 111.59 ft3 3.16 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 561.0 l 19.81 ft3 0.56 m3 | 543.6 l 19.20 ft3 0.54 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | - | 1297.0 l 45.80 ft3 1.30 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 88.0 l 3.11 ft3 0.09 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 3862.5 lb 1752 kg | 3714.79 lb 1685 kg |
| Payload | - | 1069.24 lb 485 kg |
| GVWR | 4541.52 lb 2060 kg | 4761.98 lb 2160 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Siemens |
| Model | DU Cat 2 3D7 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front |
| Voltage | 320 V | - |
| Power | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 5400 rpm | 3600 rpm |
| Torque | 440 Nm 44.9 kgm 324.5 ft-lb | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Comfort Sport |
| Additional information | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive | The electric motor manufacturer has not been officially confirmed by Hyundai. Three levels of regenerative braking. |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | - | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Total system torque | - | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 139.8 mph 225.0 km/h | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.10 s | 7.60 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 5.80 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 272.0 mi / 437.7 km | EPA, CMB: 258.0 mi / 415.2 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 138 MPGe EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 132 MPGe EPA, HWY: 126 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 134 MPGe EPA, CMB: 120 MPGe EPA, HWY: 106 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | 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 | 11.6 m 38.06 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2 | 2.5 |
| Additional information | - | Steering ratio - 13.4:1 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9 | 7.981 |
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) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Shock absorbers Trailing arm (trailing link) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 12.6 in 320 mm | 12.0 in 305 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.2 in 335 mm | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.4 in 10 mm |
| Additional information | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8.5Jx18 ET40 8.5Jx19 ET40 | 7Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 235/45R18 235/40R19 | 215/55R17 94V |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 62 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Manufacturer | CATL | LG Chem |
| Model | BTF0 | - |
| Type | LFP | NCM622 |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Anode materials | Graphite | Graphite |
| Number of cells | - | 294 |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.2 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 2 V | 2.5 V |
| Number of modules | - | 5 |
| Battery voltage | 345 V | 356 V |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, mid-rear |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | - |
| Additional information | Cell type - prismatic | Structure - 3P98S Cell type - prismatic Optional Battery Warmer System with Convenience package |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | NACS | Type 1 CCS1 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11.5 kW DC 170 kW | AC 6 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 250 kW, 0:22 AC 11.5 kW, 5:39 | DC 100 kW, 0:54 DC 50 kW, 1:15 AC 6 kW, 9:30 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Air-filter (S) Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones (S) Engine start button (S) Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (S) 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 driving on city streets (O) Automatic emergency braking (S) Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) Blind spot sensor (S) Collision warning system (S) 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) 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) Navigate on Autopilot (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) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Rollover crash sensor (S) Self-Driving Functionality (O) Sentry mode (S) Side cameras when in reverse (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (O) 15.4 LCD touchscreen (S) Automatic keyless entry (S) Custom audio with immersive sound (S) Custom driver profiles (S) Dual-front USB ports (S) Flash memory storage (S) Music and media over Bluetooth (S) Standard maps and navigation (S) Standard-definition back-up camera (S) Upgraded audio-immersive sound (S) Voice recognition system (S) Wireless phone charger and USB Type-C in the rear (S) Automatic dual-zone climate control (S) Remote control air-conditioning (S) Secondary ventilation controls (S) Ventilation system (S) 12-way power adjustable heated front seats (S) 60/40 split-folding rear seats (S) Child seat anchors (S) Driver seat detection sensor for start-stop functionality (S) Height adjustable front seatbelts (S) Heated steering wheel (S) Manually adjusted steering wheel (S) Electric rear liftgate (S) Flush-mounted door handles (S) Keyless NFC keycard (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) UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (S) Wiper defroster (S) Auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors (S) Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror (S) Auto high-beam headlights (S) Cargo area light (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED fog lamps (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Premium seat material and trim (S) | Adjustable front-seat shoulder belt anchors (S) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) (S) Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm (S) Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (S) Brake Assist (S) Child safety locks (rear) (S) Drive mode selector (S) Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (S) Driver Attention Warning (S) Electric Booster (Regenerative Brake) (S) Electric parking brake (S) Electronic Shift Lock System & Ignition Key Interlock (S) Electronic stability control with Traction Control (S) Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Car/Ped Detection (S) Front airbags for driver and passenger (S) Front seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters (S) Hill-start assist control (S) Immobiliser (S) Lane Folowing Assist (S) Lane Keeping Assist (S) OCS seat weight sensor and seat track sensor (S) Proximity key entry with push button start (S) Rear child safety locks (Manual operated) (S) Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (S) Rear LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors (S) Rear Occupant Alert (S) Rear View Monitor with parking guidance (S) Regenerative brake shift paddles (S) Remote control central locking (S) Safe Exit Warning (S) Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors ( (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (S) Vehicle Stability Management (S) Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) (S) 10.25-inch LCD instrument cluster (S) 10.25-inch touchscreen with audio and smart device integration (S) AM/FM/HD Radio/SiriusXM audio system (S) Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wired (S) Auxiliary input jack (S) BlueLink Connected Car System (S) BlueLink Remote Charge Access (S) Bluetooth with voice recognition (S) Hyundai Digital Key (S) OTA Map Updates (S) Rear USB port (S) Shift knob (S) 6 x speakers (2 front, 2 rear, 2 tweeters) (S) 3 x USB ports front (S) Wireless device charging (S) Automatic temperature control (S) Cabin air filter (S) Heater + PTC Heater (S) 6-way manually adjustable front passenger seat (S) 60/40 Split flat rear seatback with adjustable head restraints (S) 8-way power-adjustable driver seat with power lumbar support (S) Dual seatback map pockets (S) Heated front seats (S) Leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Steering wheel audio, Bluetooth, and cruise controls (S) Tilt adjustable telescoping steering wheel (S) Acoustic front windshield (S) Black roof (exterior) (S) Body-coloured exterior door handles (S) Chrome coloured interior door handles (S) Conventional sunroof (S) Dual vanity mirror with cover on sunvisors with sliding function and illumination (S) Front 2-speed/variable intermittent windshield wipers (S) Intermittent rear window wiper with washer (S) Power door locks (S) Power window lock-out button (S) Power windows with front auto-down/up (S) Privacy Glass on the rear (S) Solar front glass on front door and windshield (S) Body-coloured side mirrors (S) Front sun visiors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Heated side mirrors (S) Power-adjusting heated side mirrors (S) Rearview mirror with manual day/night (S) Side mirrors with Turn Signal Indicators (S) Automatic headlights with dusk sensor (S) Bulb type taillights (S) Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off (S) Front and center interior lights (S) Halogen projector headlights (S) Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) w/ LED brake light (S) Side mirrors cornering lights (S) Cloth (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | MCUZ / MCU3 - Custom AMD Ryzen YE180FC3T4MFG - Quad-core CPU with 512KB L2 cache per core and 4MB L3 cache - AMD Navi23 GPU (215-130000026) - 8/16GB DDR4 - 8GB GDDR6 - 256GB SSD - 10 teraflops processing power - LG Innotek ATC5CPC001 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module - Quectel AG525R-GL cell modem - SPC5748GSMMJ6 gateway - ADSP-SC587W SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 1 - AD21584 SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 2 - Realtek RTL9068ABD Ethernet switch 16V Li-Ion auxiliary battery - often mislabeled as 12V - made by CATL - Self-protection mode - Battery management system - LIN data communication - Four NMC pouch cells - 15.5 - 15.8 operating voltage - 6.9 - 7.5 Ah - 99 Wh - 3.7 V nominal - more than 2000 cycles - 1.8 kg / 3.97 lbs | - |
| 2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD | 2023 Hyundai KONA Electric SEL |