Among the 8 saloons electric 2019–2023, the Model 3 Performance ranks 3rd of 7 in WLTP range (547 km, behind the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD), 4th of 5 in DC charge power (250 kW, behind the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD), 2nd of 8 in 0–100 km/h (3.3 s, behind the Tesla Model 3 Performance).
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Model 3 Performance
456 hp, 547 km range, 3,3 s 0-100 : among the 8 saloons electric 2019–2023, the Model 3 Performance ranks 3rd of 7 in WLTP range, 4th of 5 in DC charge power, 2nd of 8 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.
Power
456hp
698 Nm · 456 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h
3.3s
VMax 261 km/h
Range
547km
WLTP
DC charging
250kW
Technical identity card
Full specifications Tesla Model 3 Performance
Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.
Powertrain
| Puissance électrique | 456 hp |
| Combined power | 456 hp |
| Couple | 698 Nm |
| Gearbox | Mono-rapport Automatique |
| Transmission | Integrale (AWD) |
Battery and charging
| Battery capacity | 78 kWh |
| Range WLTP | 547 km |
| Charge AC max | 11 kW |
| Charge DC max | 250 kW |
| Conso élec WLTP | 16.5 kWh/100km |
Performance
| 0 → 100 km/h | 3,3 s |
| VMax | 261 km/h |
Dimensions and environment
| Length | 4,694 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm |
| Width | 1,849 mm |
| Height | 1,443 mm |
| Kerb weight | 1,836 kg |
| Cd | 0.23 |
Caralogy Methodology
Performance (0-100, top speed) simulated by the Caralogy physics engine (SCx, Crr, real torque curves). Motorway consumption values estimated from the manufacturer WLTP cycle.
See full methodology →Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance
Among the 8 saloons electric, the Model 3 Performance ranks (top 3 in segment) in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.
Caralogy Analysis
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Caralogy Verdict
Suitable for
Long daily commute (>50 km/day) without range anxiety. 3rd of 7 in WLTP range (547 km), 2nd of 8 in 0–100 km/h (3.3 s).
Alternatives to consider
If the priority is WLTP range, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (1st with 629 km) takes the lead. If the priority is DC charge power, the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (1st with 250 kW) takes the lead.
Real-world range: 547 km WLTP (3rd of 7 in WLTP range)
The Model 3 Performance offers 547 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (629 km).
Charging: 250 kW DC (4th of 5 in DC charge power)
The Model 3 Performance accepts up to 250 kW DC fast charging. The segment reference is the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (250 kW).
Go beyond this analysis
Recalculate everything for your own profile with the three physics simulators that power this page.
Running cost for your profile
Adjust mileage, driving mix and charging type to estimate your annual energy budget.
Launch simulator →Long-distance trip
Simulate any motorway trip: time, charging stops, total cost.
Simulate a trip →Chronos & accélération
0-100, 0-200, courbe de vitesse, positionnement segment.
Voir la performance →Autonomie réelle
Simulez l’autonomie selon la vitesse, la température et le style.
Simuler l’autonomie →Segment positioning
Where the Model 3 Performance stands against saloons electric
Comparison across 8 saloons electric marketed between 2019–2023.
WLTP range3e / 7
547 km
Min 450 km · Xpeng P7Max 629 km · Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD
DC charge power4e / 5
250 kW
Min 80 kW · Xpeng P7Max 250 kW · Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD
0–100 km/h2e / 8
3,3 s
Min 5,9 s · BYD Seal 313 2WDMax 3,3 s · Tesla Model 3 Performance
Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)
V60 T8 AWD Recharge392 hp · 0-100 4.6 s
i4 M50 xDrive544 hp · 0-100 3.9 s
i4 eDrive35286 hp · 0-100 6.0 s
M4 Competition Convertible450 hp · 0-100 4.5 s
Cross-energy alternatives
Same needs, different powertrain.
Model family
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Frequently asked questions
Tesla Model 3 Performance: what you need to know
Well-argued answers to the most asked questions about this model, based on Caralogy data and simulations.
547 km WLTP announced - making it the 3rd of 7 in autonomie du segment out of 7 models. The reference is the Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (629 km).
Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.
The Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD leads in WLTP range (629 km vs 547 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the Model 3 Performance vs Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD duel for a detailed comparison.
Caralogy does not reproduce manufacturer figures: we recalculate every number through physics simulation, starting from SCx, mass and the power curve. This is why our figures at 130 km/h differ from WLTP. Full methodology on the dedicated page.