Comparison between:
- 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD
- 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium RWD EU
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD | 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 2026 Tesla Model Y Premium RWD EU | 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU | |
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| Model alias | - | - | - | Juniper |
| Trim | Premium RWD | Performance AWD | Premium RWD EU | Performance AWD EU |
| Model year | 2026 (MY26) | 2026 (MY26) | 2026 (MY26) | 2026 (MY26) |
| Market | North America | North America | Europe | Europe |
| Price | USD 42,490 (USA, Oct 2025) | USD 54,990 (USA, Oct 2025) | EUR 49,990 (DE, Oct 2025) | EUR 61,990 (DE, Oct 2025) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Diamond Black Stealth Gray Ultra Red Pearl White Multi-Coat Deep Blue Metallic Quicksilver | Diamond Black Stealth Gray Ultra Red Pearl White Multi-Coat Deep Blue Metallic Quicksilver | Stealth Grey Pearl White Multi-Coat Diamond Black Glacier Blue Quicksilver Ultra Red | Deep Blue Metallic Stealth Gray Pearl White Multi-Coat Ultra Red Diamond Black Quicksilver |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White | Black Black and White | Black White | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 / 7 | 5 / 7 |
| Length | 185.8 in 4720 mm | 186.0 in 4724 mm | 188.6 in 4790 mm | 187.0 in 4751 mm |
| Width | 72.8 in 1848 mm | 72.8 in 1848 mm | 75.6 in 1920 mm | 75.6 in 1921 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 82.2 in 2089 mm | 82.2 in 2089 mm | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 83.8 in 2129 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 78.0 in 1982 mm | 77.9 in 1978 mm |
| Height | 56.8 in 1442 mm | 56.7 in 1440 mm | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 63.9 in 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in 2875 mm | 113.2 in 2875 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm |
| Front track | 62.4 in 1584 mm | 62.3 in 1582 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm |
| Rear track | 62.4 in 1584 mm | 61.4 in 1560 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Front overhang | 34.2 in 868 mm | 34.3 in 872 mm | 35.0 in 889 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | 38.5 in 977 mm | 38.5 in 977 mm | 39.8 in 1011 mm | - |
| Clearance | 5.4 in 138 mm | 5.0 in 128 mm | 6.6 in 167 mm | 5.9 in 151 mm |
| Minimum clearance | - | - | 5.4 in 138 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | - | - | 6.6 in 167 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 40.3 in 1023 mm | 40.3 in 1023 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.8 in 961 mm | 37.8 in 961 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.7 in 1441 mm | 56.7 in 1441 mm | 17.0 in 433 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.2 in 1376 mm | 54.2 in 1376 mm | 53.2 in 1351 mm | 54.1 in 1373 mm |
| Front hip room | 52.9 in 1344 mm | 52.9 in 1344 mm | 54.0 in 1371 mm | 53.8 in 1367 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.3 in 1328 mm | 52.3 in 1328 mm | 50.5 in 1283 mm | 50.6 in 1286 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.7 in 1084 mm | 42.7 in 1084 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm |
| Rear legroom | 34.5 in 877 mm | 34.5 in 877 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Trunk volume | 594.0 l 20.98 ft3 0.59 m3 | 594.0 l 20.98 ft3 0.59 m3 | 822.0 l 29.03 ft3 0.82 m3 | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 682.0 l 24.08 ft3 0.68 m3 | 682.0 l 24.08 ft3 0.68 m3 | 2022.0 l 71.41 ft3 2.02 m3 | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 88.0 l 3.11 ft3 0.09 m3 | 88.0 l 3.11 ft3 0.09 m3 | 116.0 l 4.10 ft3 0.12 m3 | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4019.03 lb 1823 kg | 4080.76 lb 1851 kg | 4190.99 lb 1901 kg | 4482 lb 2033 kg |
| GVWR | 4971.42 lb 2255 kg | 5000.08 lb 2268 kg | - | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 Cd | 0.23 Cd | 0.22 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | - | - | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats | 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 | Tesla | Tesla |
| Model | DU Cat 2 3D7 | 4D2 | 4D3 | 4D2 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | 142 V | 335 V | - |
| Power | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps | 265 kW 355.4 hp 360.3 ps | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | 303 kW 406.3 hp 412.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 5400 rpm | - | 5000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 240 Nm 24.5 kgm 177.0 ft-lb | 459 Nm 46.8 kgm 338.5 ft-lb | 440 Nm 44.9 kgm 324.5 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | 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 | 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 | - | Tesla |
| Model | - | 3D3 | - | 3D3 |
| Motor type | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | - | Front | - | Front |
| Voltage | - | 320 V | - | 335 V |
| Power | - | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | - | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 6380 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | - | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes | - | Yes |
| Additional features | - | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor 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 | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps | 380 kW 509.6 hp 516.7 ps | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | 461 kW 618.2 hp 626.8 ps |
| Total system torque | - | - | 440 Nm 44.9 kgm 324.5 ft-lb | - |
| Additional information | - | Performance 4DU Track Mode V3 | - | Performance 4DU Track Mode V3 |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h | 161.6 mph 260.0 km/h | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | - | - | 5.60 s | 3.50 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.90 s | 2.90 s | 5.40 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 346.0 mi / 556.8 km EPA, CMB: 363.0 mi / 584.2 km | EPA, CMB: 298.0 mi / 479.6 km | WLTP, CMB: 386.5 mi / 622.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 360.4 mi / 580.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 140 MPGe EPA, CTY: 145 MPGe EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 26 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 131 MPGe EPA, CMB: 137 MPGe EPA, HWY: 123 MPGe EPA, HWY: 128 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 113 MPGe EPA, CMB: 31 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 109 MPGe EPA, HWY: 104 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 14.2 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A | A | 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 | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.7 m 38.39 ft | 11.7 m 38.39 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.14 | 2.14 | 2.4 | 2 |
| 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 | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.03 | 9.03 | 9.1 | 9.1 |
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) Electronic continuously variable shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency-dependent shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Lower suspension Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Continuously variable electronic 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) Electronic continuously variable shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Frequency-dependent shock absorbers | Independent Lower suspension Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Continuously variable electronic shock absorbers |
| Additional information | - | Track Mode | - | Adaptive Suspension Continuously variable electronic damping Driving modes |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 12.6 in 320 mm | 14.0 in 355 mm | 14.0 in 355 mm | 14.0 in 355 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.1 in 27 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.9 in 22 mm |
| Additional information | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper | High-performance brake with red callipers | 4-wheel ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution Integrated Advanced Stability Control Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking system | Performance brakes |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8.5Jx18 ET38 8.5Jx19 ET38 | 9Jx20 ET34 10Jx20 ET45 | 9.5Jx19 ET45 9.5Jx20 ET45 | 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 235/45R18 235/40R19 | 235/35R20 275/39R20 | 255/45R19 255/40R20 | 255/35R21 275/35R21 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 77.8 kWh | 82.1 kWh | 84 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Manufacturer | Tesla and Panasonic | Tesla and Panasonic | LG Energy Solution | LG Energy Solution |
| Model | BT37 (NCR21700A) | BT42 (NCR21700A) | LG 4680 V2 | LG 4680 V2 |
| Type | NCA | NCA | NCM (NMC) | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 4416 | - | - | - |
| Battery cell format | Cylindrical 21700 (21 x 70 mm) | Cylindrical 21700 (21 x 70 mm) | Cylindrical 4680 (46 x 80 mm) | Cylindrical 4680 (46 x 80 mm) |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Battery voltage | 360 V | 360 V | 360 V | - |
| Energy density | 150 Wh/kg | 260 Wh/kg | 260 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 1058.22 lb 480 kg | - | - | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F |
| Additional information | - | - | NCM955 | NCM955 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 | NACS | NACS | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | AC 11.5 kW, 5:39 | DC 250 kW, 0:22 AC 11.5 kW, 7:00 | DC 250 kW, 0:16-0:20 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:28 | DC 250 kW, 0:16-0:23 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:35 |
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) 7 x speakers (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (S) First-row heated and ventilated seats (S) Second-row heated seats (S) Power-adjust steering wheel (S) Power-adjust and auto-dimming side-view mirrors (S) Customizable wraparound ambient lighting (S) Microsuede and textile decor (S) Perforated vegan leather (S) | 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) 2 x subwoofers (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (S) First-row heated and ventilated sport seats with power tilt and thigh extension (S) Second-row heated seats (S) Power-adjust steering wheel (S) Power-adjust and auto-dimming side-view mirrors (S) Customizable wraparound ambient lighting (S) Microsuede and carbon fiber decor (S) Perforated vegan leather (S) | Autosteer (S) Center console with extended storage (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) 9 x speakers (S) HEPA filter and Bioweapon Defense Mode (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (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) | Autosteer Traffic-aware cruise control 16" first-row QHD touchscreen 8" second-row touchscreen FM/AM Radio Mobile, Wi-Fi, UWB, Bluetooth connectivity speakers subwoofer HEPA filter and Bioweapon Defense Mode Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents Center conssole with extended storage First-row heated and ventilated sport seats with power tilt and thigh extension Second-row heated seats Second-row power-folding seats Power-adjust steering wheel Panoramic glass roof Power-folding and auto-dimming side-view mirrors Auto and adaptive high beams Customizable wraparound ambient lighting LED lightbars Microsuede and carbon fiber decor Perforated vegan leather |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different 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, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different 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, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different 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, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different 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, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. |
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