Tesla Model 3 vs. Tesla Model S
$36,990
$109,990
Highlights
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP |
$36,990
|
$109,990
|
| Engine Type |
Electric
|
Electric
|
| Combined MPGe |
Not available
|
110 - 124
|
| Range |
Not available
|
309 - 410 mi.
|
| Level 2 Charging |
Not available
|
9 - 15 hrs.
|
| DC Fast charging |
Not available
|
30 mins.
|
| Horsepower |
271 hp
|
670 hp
|
| Drive Type |
Rear Wheel Drive
|
All Wheel Drive
|
| Seating Capacity |
5
|
5
|
| Basic Warranty |
4 yr / 50,000 mi
|
4 yr / 50,000 mi
|
Engine
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM |
310
|
N/A
|
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM |
271
|
670
|
| Engine Type |
Electric
|
Electric
|
| Displacement |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Transmission Options |
|
|
| Total Cooling System Capacity |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Tires & Wheels
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Tire Size |
P235/45WR18
|
P285/40WR19
|
| Front Tire Size |
P235/45WR18
|
P255/45WR19
|
| Spare Tire Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Rear Wheel Size |
18 X 8.5 in
|
19 X 10.5 in
|
| Front Wheel Size |
18 X 8.5 in
|
19 X 9.5 in
|
| Spare Wheel Material |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Front Wheel Material |
Steel
|
Aluminum
|
| Rear Wheel Material |
Steel
|
Aluminum
|
| Spare Wheel Size |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Suspension
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front |
Double Wishbone
|
Double Wishbone
|
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) |
Double Wishbone
|
Double Wishbone
|
| Suspension Type - Rear |
Multi-Link
|
Multi-Link
|
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) |
Multi-Link
|
Multi-Link
|
Steering
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering Type |
Rack-Pinion
|
Rack-Pinion
|
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb |
38 ft
|
40 ft
|
Measurements
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Hip Room |
53 in
|
55 in
|
| Wheelbase |
113 in
|
117 in
|
| Front Shoulder Room |
57 in
|
58 in
|
| Trunk Volume |
21 ft³
|
N/A
|
| Second Hip Room |
52 in
|
50 in
|
| Min Ground Clearance |
N/A
|
5 in
|
| Second Shoulder Room |
54 in
|
55 in
|
| Second Head Room |
38 in
|
38 in
|
| Height, Overall |
57 in
|
56 in
|
| Front Leg Room |
43 in
|
42 in
|
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up |
Not available
|
25 ft³
|
| Width, Max w/o mirrors |
73 in
|
78 in
|
| Length, Overall |
186 in
|
198 in
|
| Second Leg Room |
35 in
|
36 in
|
| Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down |
Not available
|
61 ft³
|
| Track Width, Front |
62 in
|
67 in
|
| Track Width, Rear |
62 in
|
67 in
|
| Front Head Room |
40 in
|
40 in
|
| Liftover Height |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Passenger Volume |
97 ft³
|
N/A
|
| Passenger Capacity |
5
|
5
|
Weight & Capacity
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Base Curb Weight |
3,759 lbs
|
4,561 lbs
|
Safety
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Stability Control |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Lane Departure Warning |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Blind Spot Monitor |
Standard
|
Standard
|
| Backup Camera |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Entertainment
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth® |
Standard
|
Standard
|
Electrical
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
Brakes
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 | 2026 Tesla Model S | |
|---|---|---|
| Drum - Rear (Yes or ) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Brake Type |
4-Wheel Disc
|
4-Wheel Disc
|
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) |
N/A
|
N/A
|
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
13 in
|
14 in
|
| Brake ABS System |
4-Wheel
|
4-Wheel
|
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness |
13 in
|
15 in
|
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) |
Yes
|
Yes
|
FAQ
Which car is cheaper, the 2027 Tesla Model 3 or the 2026 Tesla Model S?
The 2027 Tesla Model 3 is cheaper than the 2026 Tesla Model S with a $36,990 starting MSRP versus a $109,990 starting MSRP.
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