Comparison between:
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU
- 2020 Tesla Model 3 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 Y Performance AWD EU | 2020 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD EU | |
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| Model alias | Juniper | - |
| Trim | Performance AWD EU | Performance AWD EU |
| Model year | 2026 (MY26) | 2020 (MY20) |
| Market | Europe | Europe |
| Price | 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 | 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 | Deep Blue Metallic Stealth Gray Pearl White Multi-Coat Ultra Red Diamond Black Quicksilver | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Red Multi-Coat Pearl White Multi Coat Deep Blue Metallic Silver Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 187.0 in 4751 mm | 184.8 in 4694 mm |
| Width | 75.6 in 1921 mm | 72.8 in 1849 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 82.2 in 2088 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 77.9 in 1978 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 | 64.8 in 1646 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Rear track | 64.2 in 1630 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Clearance | 5.9 in 151 mm | 5.5 in 140 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 | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 56.3 in 1430 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.1 in 1373 mm | 54.0 in 1372 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.8 in 1367 mm | 53.4 in 1356 mm |
| Rear hip room | 50.6 in 1286 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 | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 | - |
| Secondary trunk volume | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 | 84.8 l 2.99 ft3 0.08 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4482 lb 2033 kg | 4250.51 lb 1928 kg |
| Payload | - | 822.32 lb 373 kg |
| GVWR | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg | 5072.84 lb 2301 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 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 | 4D2 | DU Cat 1 3D1 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | - | 335 V |
| Power | 303 kW 406.3 hp 412.0 ps | 219 kW 293.7 hp 297.8 ps |
| 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 | Tesla |
| Model | 3D3 | 3D3 |
| Motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 335 V | - |
| Power | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps |
| 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 | 461 kW 618.2 hp 626.8 ps | 377 kW 505.6 hp 512.6 ps |
| Additional information | Performance 4DU Track Mode V3 | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h | 162.2 mph 261.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 3.50 s | 3.40 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | 3.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CMB: 360.4 mi / 580.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 329.3 mi / 530.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CMB: 15 kWh/100 km |
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 | 2.05 |
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) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.1 | 9 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Lower suspension Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Continuously variable electronic 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 Lower suspension Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Continuously variable electronic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers |
| Additional information | Adaptive Suspension Continuously variable electronic damping Driving modes | - |
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 | 1.1 in 27 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 | 0.9 in 22 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm |
| Additional information | Performance brakes | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 | 8.5Jx20 ET40 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 255/35R21 275/35R21 | 235/35R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 84 kWh | 77.8 kWh |
| Manufacturer | LG Energy Solution | Tesla and Panasonic |
| Model | LG 4680 V2 | BT37 (NCR21700A) |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | NCA |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) |
| Number of cells | - | 4416 |
| Battery cell format | Cylindrical 4680 (46 x 80 mm) | Cylindrical 21700 (21 x 70 mm) |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 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 | - | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | 260 Wh/kg |
| Weight | - | 1053.81 lb 478 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 | 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 | Type 2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
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 |
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, 0:16-0:23 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:35 | AC 11.5 kW, 7:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 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 | Air-filter (S) Automatic keyless entry (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) 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) 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) Side cameras when in reverse (S) 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) Custom driver profiles (S) Dual-front USB ports (S) Flash memory storage (S) In-car internet streaming music & media (S) Internet browser (S) Location aware automatic garage door opener (S) Music and media over Bluetooth (S) Premium audio - 14 speakers, 1 subwoofer, 2 amps and immersive sound (S) Satellite-view maps with live traffic visualization and navigation (S) Standard-definition back-up camera (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 front and rear heated 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) 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) UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (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) |
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. MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU | 2020 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD EU |