Comparison between:
- 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
- 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD
- 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack | |
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| Model alias | Model 3 LR | Model 3 LR | - |
| Trim | Long Range RWD | Long Range AWD | Performance Pack |
| Model year | 2018 | 2018 | 2021 |
| Market | North America | North America | Europe |
| Price | - | - | USD 63,000 (USA, Oct 2019) GBP 49,900 (UK, Oct 2019) EUR 57,900 (DE, Oct 2019) CNY 460,000 (PRC, Oct 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan | - |
| Materials | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminium Alloy |
| Exterior colors | Solid 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 | Snow Magnesium Thunder Moon Midnight Void |
| Interior colors | Black | Black Black and White | Slate Charcoal Barley |
| Number of doors | 4 | 4 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 184.8 in 4694 mm | 184.8 in 4694 mm | 181.3 in 4606 mm |
| Width | 72.8 in 1849 mm | 72.8 in 1849 mm | 73.2 in 1859 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 82.2 in 2088 mm | 82.2 in 2088 mm | 78.1 in 1985 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 56.8 in 1443 mm | 56.8 in 1443 mm | 58.0 in 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in 2875 mm | 113.2 in 2875 mm | 107.7 in 2735 mm |
| Front track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 63.1 in 1602 mm |
| Rear track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 63.0 in 1601 mm |
| Front overhang | - | - | 33.9 in 860 mm |
| Rear overhang | - | - | 39.8 in 1011 mm |
| Approach angle | - | - | 14.7 ° |
| Departure angle | - | - | 21.7 ° |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm | - |
| Minimum clearance | - | - | 5.7 in 146 mm |
| Maximum clearance | - | - | 6.3 in 161 mm |
| Front headroom | 40.3 in 1024 mm | 40.3 in 1024 mm | 39.6 in 1005 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.7 in 958 mm | 37.7 in 958 mm | 37.0 in 940 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 56.3 in 1430 mm | - |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.0 in 1372 mm | 54.0 in 1372 mm | - |
| Front hip room | 53.4 in 1356 mm | 53.4 in 1356 mm | 53.7 in 1365 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.4 in 1331 mm | 52.4 in 1331 mm | 53.3 in 1355 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.7 in 1085 mm | 42.7 in 1085 mm | 42.2 in 1073 mm |
| Rear legroom | 35.2 in 894 mm | 35.2 in 894 mm | 33.9 in 862 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2746.7 l 97.00 ft3 2.75 m3 | 2746.7 l 97.00 ft3 2.75 m3 | - |
| Trunk volume | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 | 405.0 l 14.30 ft3 0.41 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | - | - | 1095.0 l 38.67 ft3 1.09 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 84.8 l 2.99 ft3 0.08 m3 | 84.8 l 2.99 ft3 0.08 m3 | 35.0 l 1.24 ft3 0.04 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3805.18 lb 1726 kg | 4071.94 lb 1847 kg | 4739.94 lb 2150 kg |
| Weight distribution front | - | - | 51 % |
| Weight distribution rear | - | - | 49 % |
| Roof load | - | - | 165.35 lb 75 kg |
| Payload | 1000.9 lb 454 kg | 921.53 lb 418 kg | 992.08 lb 450 kg |
| GVWR | 4806.08 lb 2180 kg | 4993.47 lb 2265 kg | 5732.02 lb 2600 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | - | - | 3306.93 lb 1500 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 Cd | 0.23 Cd | 0.278 Cd |
| Additional information | - | - | Body type - fastback Trunk volume standard - VDA Optional semi-electric retractable tow bar |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Tesla | Valeo Siemens |
| Model | 3D1 | 3D5 | EAD 3.1 |
| Electric motor type | Switched Reluctance Motor (SRM) | Switched Reluctance Motor (SRM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | 320 V | - |
| Power | 202 kW 270.9 hp 274.6 ps | 180 kW 241.4 hp 244.7 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 5000 rpm | 6000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 404 Nm 41.2 kgm 298.0 ft-lb | 326 Nm 33.2 kgm 240.4 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | A specific switched relucatance phase-permanent magnet motor with variable frequency drive and liquid cooling. | A specific switched relucatance phase-permanent magnet motor with variable frequency drive and liquid cooling. | - |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | Tesla | Valeo Siemens |
| Model | - | 3D3 | EAD 3.1 |
| Motor type | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location | - | Front | Front |
| Voltage | - | 320 V | - |
| Power | - | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 6380 rpm | - |
| Torque | - | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | 330 Nm 33.7 kgm 243.4 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 | 202 kW 270.9 hp 274.6 ps | 317 kW 425.1 hp 431.0 ps | 300 kW 402.3 hp 407.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 404 Nm 41.2 kgm 298.0 ft-lb | 545 Nm 55.6 kgm 402.0 ft-lb | 660 Nm 67.3 kgm 486.8 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 139.8 mph 225.0 km/h | 144.8 mph 233.0 km/h | 127.4 mph 205.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 5.40 s | 4.80 s | 4.70 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 5.10 s | 4.50 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 310.0 mi / 498.9 km | EPA, CMB: 310.0 mi / 498.9 km | WLTP, CTY: 355.4 mi / 572.0 km WLTP, CMB: 261.0 mi / 420.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 136 MPGe EPA, CMB: 130 MPGe EPA, HWY: 123 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 120 MPGe EPA, CMB: 116 MPGe EPA, HWY: 112 MPGe | WLTP, CTY: 18.8 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 21.6 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 | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.8 m 38.71 ft | 11.8 m 38.71 ft | 11.5 m 37.73 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.05 | 2.05 | 2.7 |
| Additional information | - | - | Steering ratio - 15.8 |
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 |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9 | 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) 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) | Independent MacPherson strut Öhlins Dual Flow Valve (DFV) manually adjustable dampers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Öhlins Dual Flow Valve (DFV) manually adjustable dampers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 12.6 in 320 mm | 12.6 in 320 mm | 14.8 in 375 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.4 in 35 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.4 in 340 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm |
| Additional information | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper | Brembo 4-piston front calipers |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8.5Jx18 ET40 8.5Jx19 ET40 | 8.5Jx18 ET40 8.5Jx19 ET40 | 8Jx20 ET50 9Jx20 ET53 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 235/45R18 235/40R19 | 235/45R18 235/40R19 | 245/40R20 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 77.8 kWh | 77.8 kWh | 78 kWh |
| Manufacturer | Tesla and Panasonic | Tesla and Panasonic | - |
| Model | NCR21700A | NCR21700A | - |
| Type | NCA | NCA | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | - |
| Anode materials | Graphite | Graphite | - |
| Number of cells | 4416 | 4416 | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | - |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 3 V | 3 V | - |
| Number of modules | 4 | 4 | 27 |
| Battery voltage | 360 V | 360 V | 400 V |
| Energy density | 260 Wh/kg | 260 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 1053.81 lb 478 kg | 1053.81 lb 478 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F | - |
| Additional information | The battery is automatically cooled when at 48°C or above and heated when at -7.5°C or below. Battery code - BT37 | The battery is automatically cooled when at 48°C or above and heated when at -7.5°C or below. Battery code - BT37 | Cell type - pouch |
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 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 1.44 kW AC 5.76 kW AC 9.6 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 1.44 kW AC 5.76 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 11 kW DC 150 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, 0:33 AC 11.5 kW, 7:00 AC 9.6 kW, 8:23 AC 1.44 kW, 55:55 | DC 250 kW, 0:33 AC 11.5 kW, 7:00 AC 9.6 kW, 8:23 AC 1.44 kW, 55:55 | DC 150 kW, 0:40 AC 11 kW, 7:06 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 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) | 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 (O) 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) | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power | MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power | - |
| 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | 2021 Polestar 2 Performance Pack |