Comparison between:
- 2014 Tesla Model S 60 RWD
- 2020 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD
- 2020 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2014 Tesla Model S 60 RWD | 2020 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | 2020 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD | |
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| Model alias | - | - | Model 3 MR |
| Trim | 60 RWD | Performance AWD | Mid Range RWD |
| Model year | 2014 (MY14) | 2020 (MY20) | 2020 (MY20) |
| Market | North America, Europe | North America | North America |
| Price | - | USD 60,990 (USA, May 2020) EUR 68,980 (DE, Sep 2019) CNY 535,000 (CN, Jan 2020) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sedan | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sedan |
| Materials | Aluminium high-strength boron steel | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Solid Black Solid White Steel Grey Metallic Silver Metallic Brown Metallic Blue Metallic Green Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat | Deep Blue Metallic Midnight Silver Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat Solid Black | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Red Multi-Coat Pearl White Multi Coat Deep Blue Metallic |
| Interior colors | Black Grey Tan | Black Black and White | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 196.0 in 4978 mm | 187.0 in 4751 mm | 184.8 in 4694 mm |
| Width | 77.3 in 1963 mm | 75.6 in 1921 mm | 72.8 in 1849 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 86.2 in 2189 mm | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 82.2 in 2088 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 77.3 in 1963 mm | 77.9 in 1978 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 56.5 in 1435 mm | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 56.8 in 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in 2960 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 113.2 in 2875 mm |
| Front track | 65.4 in 1661 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Rear track | 66.9 in 1699 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Clearance | 5.7 in 144 mm | 6.2 in 157 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 4.7 in 119 mm | - | - |
| Maximum clearance | 6.4 in 163 mm | - | - |
| Front headroom | 38.8 in 986 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 40.3 in 1024 mm |
| Rear headroom | 35.3 in 897 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 37.7 in 958 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in 1466 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 56.3 in 1430 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.0 in 1397 mm | 54.1 in 1373 mm | 54.0 in 1372 mm |
| Front hip room | 55.0 in 1397 mm | 53.8 in 1367 mm | 53.4 in 1356 mm |
| Rear hip room | 54.7 in 1389 mm | 50.6 in 1286 mm | 52.4 in 1331 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.7 in 1084 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 42.7 in 1085 mm |
| Rear legroom | 35.4 in 899 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 35.2 in 894 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | - | 2746.7 l 97.00 ft3 2.75 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 744.7 l 26.30 ft3 0.74 m3 | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1645.2 l 58.10 ft3 1.65 m3 | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 | - |
| Secondary trunk volume | 150.1 l 5.30 ft3 0.15 m3 | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 | 84.8 l 2.99 ft3 0.08 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4407.04 lb 1999 kg | 4475.38 lb 2030 kg | 3686.13 lb 1672 kg |
| Payload | 1302.93 lb 591 kg | 826.73 lb 375 kg | 1000.9 lb 454 kg |
| GVWR | 5709.97 lb 2590 kg | 5302.12 lb 2405 kg | 4687.03 lb 2126 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.24 Cd | 0.23 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | Optional rear-facing child seat available (seats up to two children) The single value ground clearance is valid for dual motor vehicles with Coil Suspension The ground clearance range is valid for vehicles with Air Suspension | The 7-seat interior will be available in 2021 Front track with 21" wheels - 1646 mm Rear track with 21" wheels - 1656 mm 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 |
| Model | - | 3D1 | DU Cat 1 3D1 |
| Electric motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 375 V | 320 V | 320 V |
| Power | 225 kW 301.7 hp 305.9 ps | 202 kW 270.9 hp 274.6 ps | 211 kW 283.0 hp 286.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 5000 rpm | 5000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 430 Nm 43.8 kgm 317.2 ft-lb | 404 Nm 41.2 kgm 298.0 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor 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 | - |
| Model | - | 3D3 | - |
| Motor type | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | - |
| Location | - | Front | - |
| Voltage | - | 320 V | - |
| Power | - | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 6380 rpm | - |
| Torque | - | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | - |
| Regenerative braking | - | 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 | 225 kW 301.7 hp 305.9 ps | - | 211 kW 283.0 hp 286.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 430 Nm 43.8 kgm 317.2 ft-lb | - | - |
| Additional information | - | - | Power and torque are increased via a software update. |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 119.9 mph 193.0 km/h | 149.8 mph 241.0 km/h | 139.8 mph 225.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 6.80 s | 3.70 s | 5.50 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 6.50 s | 3.50 s | 5.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | NEDC, CMB: 233.0 mi / 375.0 km EPA, CMB: 208.0 mi / 334.7 km | EPA, CMB: 303.0 mi / 487.6 km | EPA, CMB: 264.1 mi / 425.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 94 MPGe EPA, CMB: 35 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 95 MPGe EPA, HWY: 97 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 115 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 111 MPGe EPA, HWY: 106 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 128 MPGe EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 123 MPGe EPA, HWY: 117 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 11.27 m 36.98 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 11.8 m 38.71 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.45 | 2 | 2.05 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio (overall ratio): 13:1 | - | - |
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) | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.73 | 9.1 | 9 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Double wishbone Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers Smart Air Suspension (optional) | Independent Lower suspension 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 suspension | Independent Multi-link Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers Smart Air Suspension (optional) | Independent Lower suspension 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 brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.0 in 355 mm | 14.0 in 355 mm | 12.6 in 320 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.3 in 32 mm | 1.1 in 27 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 14.4 in 365 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 1.1 in 28 mm | 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 | 8Jx19 ET40 8.5Jx21 ET40 8.5Jx21 ET40 | 9.5Jx20 ET45 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 | 8.5Jx18 ET40 8.5Jx19 ET40 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 245/45R19 98V 245/35R21 96Y | 255/40R20 255/35R21 275/35R21 | 235/45R18 235/40R19 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | - | - | 62.5 kWh |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | - | - | 65 kWh |
| Battery capacity | 60 kWh | 77.8 kWh | - |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Tesla and Panasonic | Tesla and Panasonic |
| Model | NCR18650A | BT37 (NCR21700A) | BT36 (NCR21700A) |
| Type | NCA | NCA | NCA |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) |
| Number of cells | 5040 | 4416 | - |
| Battery cell format | - | Cylindrical 21700 (21 x 70 mm) | Cylindrical 21700 (21 x 70 mm) |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 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 |
| Number of modules | 14 | 4 | - |
| Battery voltage | 302 V | 360 V | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | 260 Wh/kg | 260 Wh/kg |
| Weight | 1149.93 lb 521.6 kg | 1053.81 lb 478 kg | - |
| Location | 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 |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -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 |
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 NACS NACS | NACS | NACS |
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 120 kW | AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 1.44 kW AC 5.76 kW AC 9.6 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 200 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 120 kW, 0:34 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00 AC 9.6 kW, 6:15 AC 1.44 kW, 41:40 | DC 250 kW, 0:16-0:20 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:28 | DC 200 kW, 0:30 AC 11.5 kW, 5:39 AC 9.6 kW, 6:46 AC 1.44 kW, 45:08 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Automatic keyless entry (O) Center armrest with two cup holders (S) Chrome visual cues on the left, right and and rear center bumper (O) Front air intakes (O) Front sun visors with mirrors (S) Fully trimmed frunk and rear cargo area with keyless open (S) Glove compartment (S) Keyless entry (S) Micro-filter ventilation system with replaceable filters (S) Open center console storage area (S) Parcel shelf (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) 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) (S) Advanced side curtain air bags (S) Anti-theft alarm and immobilizer system (S) Crash sensor for high voltage disconnect (S) Driver and front passenger knee air bags (S) Driver and front passenger seat sensors (S) Driver and front passenger seat side air bags (S) Driver and passenger front air bags (S) Driver seat position sensor (S) Electronic Brake Force Distribution (S) Forward looking radar in the lower front grille (O) Front and rear parking sensors (O) Front row acoustic safety belt warning (S) Integrated Advanced Stability Control (S) Interior, emergency manual release mechanism for all doors, frunk and rear cargo area (S) Lane depart sensors (O) Looking forward camera in the top centre of the windshield (O) Rear door child safety locks (S) Rollover crash sensor (S) Speed assist (O) Three second row LATCH attchments (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (O) Ultrasonic sensors on the front and rear bumpers (O) 12V power outlet (S) 17-inch capacitive touchscreen (S) AM/FM/HD radio (S) Amplifier (O) Bluetooth (S) Cruise control (S) Dual-front USB ports (S) Flash memory storage (S) High-definition back-up camera (O) Homelink for garage door opening (O) Satellite radio (O) 7 x speakers, 200-watt stereo system (S) 12 x speakers, 580-watt Dolby Pro Logic IIx 7.1 surround sound (O) Standard-definition back-up camera (S) Streaming audio (S) Turn by turn navigation with 7 years of free map updates (O) Wi-Fi ready (S) Wireless connectivity (capability) (O) Automatic dual-zone climate control (S) 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback (S) Built-in rear-facing child seats (O) Driver seat detection sensor for start-stop functionality (S) Heated eight-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar (S) Heated front and rear seats (O) 3-spoke multi-function steering wheel with tactile controls (S) All-glass panoramic roof (O) Auto present door handles (O) Black or body coloured aluminum roof (S) Flush-mounted door handles (S) Frameless, tempered safety glass front windows (S) Heated windshield wipers (O) Lighted door handles (O) Manual rear liftgate (S) Metal interior door handles (S) Power rear liftgate (O) 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 mirrors (O) Heated side mirrors (O) Manual-folding side mirrors (S) Automatic high-beam control (O) Bi-functional automatic halogen headlights (S) Bi-functional high intensity Xenon headlamps (O) Convenience lighting (O) Fascia-mounted rear reflex reflectors (S) Feature backlit, turn side-repeator lamps (S) Front LED map lights (S) High-mounted LED stop lamp (S) LED cornering lights (O) LED daytime running lights (O) LED front and rear side-marker lights (S) LED front fog lamps (O) LED rear taillights (S) Liftgate mounted LED tail and LED back up lamps (S) Park lights (S) Premium Interior LED Lighting (O) Steering-activated LED cornering lights (O) Cloth and synthetic leather materials (S) Gloss wood trim (O) Lacewood trim (O) Matte Obeche wood trim (O) Nappa leather on armrests and door panels (O) Piano black decor accents (S) | Aluminium alloy pedal (S) 360-degree parking camera (O) Advanced collision avoidance (S) Automatic driving on city streets (O) Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) BLIS with steer assist (S) Collapsable steering column (S) Collision avoidance braking and steering (S) Cross traffic alert (S) Driver alert (S) Driver assist (S) Driver knee airbag (S) Dual-stage driver airbag (S) Dual-stage passenger airbag with active ventilation (S) Energy-absorbin interior (S) Evasive manoeuvre assist (S) Far side airbags (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (S) Forward looking radar (S) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front seat belts with electrical pre-cash tensioner (S) Front seat belts with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) High-Speed autosteer (S) Inflatable curtains (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (S) Navigate on Autopilot (O) Outer rear seats with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) Pilot Assist (S) Rear collision warning/mitigation (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (S) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Road sign info (S) Side airbags (S) Side impact protection (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (S) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (S) Whiplash injury protection (S) 15-inch touch dispaly (S) 2 x amps (S) Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones (S) In-car internet streaming music & media (S) Location aware automatic garage door opener (S) Music and media over Bluetooth (S) Satellite-view maps with live traffic visualization and navigation (S) 14 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) 12-way power adjustable front and rear seats (S) Heated front and rear seats (S) Three independently folding 2nd row seats (S) Carbon fiber spoiler (S) Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (S) Auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors (S) LED fog lamps (S) | 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) Self-Driving Functionality (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) 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) 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 | MCU1 - NVIDIA Tegra 3 - 40 nm - 1GB DDR3 - 8GB eMMC - 12 GFlops | The electric motor specifications are listed according to the 2020 MY Owner's Manual, where the minimum power is listed. Higher 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, 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 | MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power |
| 2014 Tesla Model S 60 RWD | 2020 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | 2020 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range RWD |