Comparison between:
- 2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD
- 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | |
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| Trim | Performance AWD | Performance AWD |
| Model year | 2021 | 2026 |
| Market | North America | North America |
| Price | - | USD 57,490 (USA, Oct 2025) |
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 | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Red Multi-Coat Pearl White Multi Coat Deep Blue Metallic | Deep Blue Metallic Stealth Gray Pearl White Multi-Coat Ultra Red Diamond Black Quicksilver |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 4 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 / 7 |
| Length | 184.8 in 4694 mm | 188.8 in 4796 mm |
| Width | 72.8 in 1849 mm | 75.6 in 1921 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 82.2 in 2088 mm | 83.8 in 2128 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 76.1 in 1933 mm | 78.0 in 1981 mm |
| Height | 56.8 in 1443 mm | 63.4 in 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in 2875 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm |
| Front track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm |
| Rear track | 62.2 in 1580 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 6.0 in 152 mm |
| Front headroom | 40.3 in 1024 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.7 in 958 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.3 in 1430 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.0 in 1372 mm | 54.1 in 1373 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.4 in 1356 mm | 53.8 in 1367 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.4 in 1331 mm | 50.6 in 1286 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.7 in 1085 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm |
| Rear legroom | 35.2 in 894 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2746.7 l 97.00 ft3 2.75 m3 | - |
| Trunk volume | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | - | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 84.8 l 2.99 ft3 0.08 m3 | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4250.51 lb 1928 kg | 4482 lb 2033 kg |
| Payload | 822.32 lb 373 kg | - |
| GVWR | 5072.84 lb 2301 kg | 5712.18 lb 2591 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 | 3D1 or 3D6 | 4D2 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | - |
| Power | 211 kW 283.0 hp 286.9 ps | 303 kW 406.3 hp 412.0 ps |
| Torque | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive A switch to hairpin windings on the motors - Drive Unit Cat 3 3D6 Mixed usage of old and new motors in 2021 with the same power - 3D1 and 3D6 | 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 | - | 461 kW 618.2 hp 626.8 ps |
| Additional information | - | Performance 4DU Track Mode V3 |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 162.2 mph 261.0 km/h | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 3.30 s | - |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 3.20 s | 3.30 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 315.0 mi / 507.0 km | EPA, CMB: 306.0 mi / 492.5 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 118 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 113 MPGe EPA, HWY: 107 MPGe | - |
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 | 11.8 m 38.71 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.05 | 2 |
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 | 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) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Lower suspension Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Electronic continuously variable shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Lower suspension Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Electronic continuously variable shock absorbers |
| Additional information | - | Adaptive Suspension Drive modes |
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 | 14.0 in 355 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.1 in 27 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 | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.9 in 22 mm |
| Additional information | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper | Performance brakes |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9Jx20 ET34 | 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | - | 255/35R21 275/35R21 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 82.1 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Manufacturer | Tesla and Panasonic | LG Energy Solution |
| Model | NCR21700A | LG 4680 V2 |
| Type | NCA | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Anode materials | Graphite | Graphite |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 3 V | 2.5 V |
| Battery voltage | 360 V | - |
| Energy density | 260 Wh/kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | 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 - BT42 (Panasonic 2170L E3LD) | NCM955 Warranty - 8 years or 120 000 mi (193 121 km) Battery (low voltage) - 15.5V Battery rating (low voltage) - 6.9 Ah Vehicle to load (120V 20A AC) with charge port and Outlet Adapter |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | NACS | NACS |
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 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, 7:00 | 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 | Air-filter (S) Aluminium pedals (S) Automatic keyless entry (S) Carbon fiber spoiler (S) Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones (S) Engine start button (S) Lowered suspension (S) Performance Brakes (S) Track Mode (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) Heated steering wheel (S) Leatherette 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) Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (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) | Autosteer (S) Traffic-aware cruise control (S) 16" first-row QHD touchscreen (S) 8" second-row touchscreen (S) FM/AM Radio (S) Mobile, Wi-Fi, UWB, Bluetooth connectivity (S) 15 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) HEPA filter and Bioweapon Defense Mode (S) Second-row touchscreen-adjust air vents (S) Center console with extended storage (S) First-row heated and ventilated sport seats with power tilt and thigh extension (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 carbon fiber decor (S) Perforated vegan leather (S) |
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 | 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. |
| 2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD |