Comparison between:
- 2018 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD
- 2017 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD

Brand, model, trim, price

Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.

2018 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD2017 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
2018 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD2017 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
Model aliasModel 3 MRModel 3 LR
TrimMid Range RWDLong Range RWD
Model year20182017
MarketNorth AmericaNorth America

Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.

Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.

Body styleSedanSedan
MaterialsMild steel
High-strength steel
Ultra-high-strength steel
Aluminium
Mild steel
High-strength steel
Ultra-high-strength steel
Aluminium
Exterior colorsSolid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Red Multi-Coat
Pearl White Multi Coat
Deep Blue Metallic
Silver Metallic
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Red Multi-Coat
Pearl White Multi Coat
Deep Blue Metallic
Silver Metallic
Interior colorsBlack
Black and White
Black
Number of doors44
Number of seats55
Length184.8 in
4694 mm
184.8 in
4694 mm
Width72.8 in
1849 mm
72.8 in
1849 mm
Width with mirrors82.2 in
2088 mm
82.2 in
2088 mm
Width with folded mirrors76.1 in
1933 mm
76.1 in
1933 mm
Height56.8 in
1443 mm
56.8 in
1443 mm
Wheelbase113.2 in
2875 mm
113.2 in
2875 mm
Front track62.2 in
1580 mm
62.2 in
1580 mm
Rear track62.2 in
1580 mm
62.2 in
1580 mm
Clearance5.5 in
140 mm
5.5 in
140 mm
Front headroom40.3 in
1024 mm
40.3 in
1024 mm
Rear headroom37.7 in
958 mm
37.7 in
958 mm
Front shoulder room56.3 in
1430 mm
56.3 in
1430 mm
Rear shoulder room54.0 in
1372 mm
54.0 in
1372 mm
Front hip room53.4 in
1356 mm
53.4 in
1356 mm
Rear hip room52.4 in
1331 mm
52.4 in
1331 mm
Front legroom42.7 in
1085 mm
42.7 in
1085 mm
Rear legroom35.2 in
894 mm
35.2 in
894 mm
Passenger volume2746.7 l
97.00 ft3
2.75 m3
2746.7 l
97.00 ft3
2.75 m3
Trunk volume340.0 l
12.01 ft3
0.34 m3
340.0 l
12.01 ft3
0.34 m3
Secondary trunk volume84.8 l
2.99 ft3
0.08 m3
84.8 l
2.99 ft3
0.08 m3
Curb weight3686.13 lb
1672 kg
3805.18 lb
1726 kg
Payload1000.9 lb
454 kg
1000.9 lb
454 kg
GVWR4687.03 lb
2126 kg
4806.08 lb
2180 kg
Drag coefficient0.23 Cd0.23 Cd

Electric motor

Information about the model's electric motor and its performance

ManufacturerTeslaTesla
ModelDU Cat 1 3D1-
Electric motor typeSwitched reluctanceSwitched reluctance
Location of the motorRearRear
Voltage320 V320 V
Power202 kW
270.9 hp
274.6 ps
202 kW
270.9 hp
274.6 ps
Maximum power RPM5000 rpm5000 rpm
Torque404 Nm
41.2 kgm
298.0 ft-lb
404 Nm
41.2 kgm
298.0 ft-lb
Regenerative brakingYesYes
Additional informationAC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor
Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive
Increased power and torque via a software update to 239 kW and 420 Nm
A specific switched relucatance phase-permanent magnet motor with variable frequency drive and liquid cooling.

Performance

Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.

Top speed124.9 mph
201.0 km/h
139.8 mph
225.0 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h5.90 s5.40 s
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph5.60 s5.10 s
Additional informationAcceleration 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
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Driving range

Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.

Driving rangeEPA: 270.0 mi / 434.5 kmEPA: 310.0 mi / 498.9 km

Energy efficiency

Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.

Energy efficiencyEPA, HWY: 117 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 123 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 128 MPGe
EPA, HWY: 120 MPGe
EPA, CMB: 126 MPGe
EPA, CTY: 131 MPGe

Energy class

Information about the energy class of the electric car.

Energy classAA

Steering

Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.

Type of steering mechanismRack and pinionRack and pinion
Type of power steeringElectronicElectronic
Turning circle11.8 m
38.71 ft
11.8 m
38.71 ft
Lock-to-lock turns2.052.05

Transmission

Information about the transmission of the model.

Type of transmissionAutomatic single-speed reduction gearAutomatic single-speed reduction gear
DrivetrainRear-wheel drive (RWD)Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
Axle ratio99

Suspension

Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.

Front suspensionIndependent
Double wishbone
Coil springs (helical springs)
Telescopic 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 suspensionIndependent
Multi-link
Coil springs (helical springs)
Telescopic shock absorbers
Independent
Multi-link
Coil springs (helical springs)
Telescopic shock absorbers

Brakes

Information about the brake system used on this model.

Front brakesVentilated discsVentilated discs
Rear brakesVentilated discsVentilated discs
Additional informationRotor diameter front / rear - 320 / 335 mm
Brake pad thickness front / rear - 10 / 9 mm
Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into rear calliper
Rotor diameter front / rear - 320 / 335 mm
Brake pad thickness front / rear - 10 / 9 mm
Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into rear calliper

Rims

Information about the rims available for this electric car.

Rims8.5Jx19 ET40
8.5Jx18 ET40
8.5Jx19 ET40
8.5Jx18 ET40

Tyres

Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.

Tyres235/45R18
235/40R19
235/40R19
235/45R18

Battery

Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.

ManufacturerTesla and PanasonicTesla and Panasonic
ModelNCR21700ANCR21700A
Type of rechargeable batteryLithium-IonLithium-Ion
Battery capacity65 kWh77.8 kWh
Number of cells-4416
Number of modules-4
Voltage360 V360 V
Energy density260 Wh/kg260 Wh/kg
Weight-1053.81 lb
478 kg
LocationUnder the floor, middle-
CoolingWater-based coolant circulationWater-based coolant circulation
Minimum ambient temperature-30 °C
-22 °F
-30 °C
-22 °F
Maximum ambient temperature60 °C
140 °F
60 °C
140 °F
Additional informationThe battery is automatically cooled when at 48°C or above and heated when at -7.5°C or below.
Usable battery capacity - 62.5 kW
Battery code - BT36
The battery is automatically cooled when at 48°C or above and heated when at -7.5°C or below.
Usable battery capacity - 75 kWh
Battery code - BT37

Charging type

Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.

Charging typeNEMA 5-15, 1.44 kW
SAE J1772 Adapter, 5.76 kW
NEMA 14-50, 9.6 kW
Wall Connector, 11.5 kW
Supercharger, 200 kW
NEMA 5-15, 1.44 kW
SAE J1772 Adapter, 5.76 kW
NEMA 14-50, 9.6 kW
Wall Connector, 11.5 kW
Supercharger, 250 kW

Onboard charger/Charging port

Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.

Onboard charger/Charging portOnboard charger, Tesla, 7.7 kWOnboard charger, Tesla, 11.5 kW

Charging time

Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.

Charging timeSupercharger, 0:30
SAE J1772 Adapter, 3:23-11:17
Wall Connector, 5:39
NEMA 14-50, 6:46
NEMA 5-15, 45:08
Supercharger, 0:33
SAE J1772 Adapter, 4:12-13:59
Wall Connector, 7:00
NEMA 14-50, 8:23
NEMA 5-15, 55:55

Additional features

A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.

Additional featuresAir-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)
Air-filter (S)
Automatic keyless entry (S)
Center console (S)
Engine start button (S)
Metal roof (S)
Rear fold-down arm rest with cup holders (S)
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 (S)
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 (S)
15 x speakers with premium audio (S)
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 (S)
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 (S)
UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (S)
Auto-dimming mirrors (S)
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror (S)
Power-folding and heated side mirrors (S)
Ambient interior lighting (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 seating materials (S)

Additional information

Additional information about this electric vehicle.

Additional informationMCU2
- Intel Atom A3950
- 14 nm
- 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU
- 4GB DDR4
- 64GB eMMC
- 187 GFlops processing power
Enhanced Autopilot, TACC and all related features are available as hardware on all vehicles but can be software enabled only after paying the corresponding fee. This can be done upon placing an order or after delivery.
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