PerformanceBEV

Tesla Model 3 Performance

ElectricsaloonGENERATION Highland, 2024

510 hp, 547 km range, 3,0 s 0-100 : among the 8 saloons electric 2022–2026, the Model 3 Performance ranks 4th of 7 in WLTP range, DC charge power, 3rd of 8 in 0–100 km/h. Here is what the Caralogy simulations say.

Power: 510 hp; 769 Nm, dont 510 hp elec
0 → 100 km/h: 3.0 s; VMax 261 km/h
Range: 547 km; WLTP
DC charging: 250 kW

Full specifications

Manufacturer data. Consumption and range estimated from the WLTP cycle; performance simulated by the Caralogy physics engine.

Powertrain

Electric power: 510 hp
Combined power: 510 hp
Couple: 769 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
EV cons. WLTP: 16.7 kWh/100 km

Performance

0 → 100 km/h: 3,0 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: 1,844 kg
Cd: 0.219

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.

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Manufacturer data · WLTP-estimated consumption · Caralogy-simulated performance

Among the 8 saloons electric, the Model 3 Performance ranks (mid-table) in WLTP range. Caralogy simulates its real-world behaviour: motorway simulation, consumption simulation and performance simulation.

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Caralogy Verdict

Suitable for

Long daily commute (>50 km/day) without range anxiety. DC charge power (250 kW), 3rd of 8 in 0–100 km/h (3.0 s).

Alternatives to consider

If the priority is WLTP range, the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD (1st with 800 km) takes the lead. If the priority is 0–100 km/h, the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra AWD (1st with 2.0 s) takes the lead.

Real-world range: 547 km WLTP (4th of 7 in WLTP range)

The Model 3 Performance offers 547 km of WLTP range. The segment reference is the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD (800 km).

Charging: 250 kW DC (DC charge power)

The Model 3 Performance accepts up to 250 kW DC fast charging. The segment reference is the Tesla Model 3 Performance (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.

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Times & acceleration

0-100, 0-200, speed curve, segment position.

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Real-world range

Simulate range by speed, temperature and driving style.

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Where the Model 3 Performance stands against saloons electric

Comparison across 8 saloons electric marketed between 2022–2026.

WLTP range4^e / 7

547 km

Min 460 km · BYD Seal 390 AWDMax 800 km · Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD

DC charge power1^e / 3

250 kW

Min 205 kW · BMW i4 M50 xDriveMax 250 kW · Tesla Model 3 Performance

0–100 km/h3^e / 8

3,0 s

Min 5,9 s · BYD Seal 313 2WDMax 2,0 s · Xiaomi SU7 Ultra AWD

Direct rivals (same segment, same energy)

BEVBMW i4 M50 xDrive544 hp · 3.9 s BEVVolvo V60 T8 AWD Recharge392 hp · 4.6 s BEVBMW i4 eDrive35286 hp · 6.0 s PetrolBMW M3 Competition510 hp · 3.9 s

Cross-energy alternatives

Same needs, different powertrain.

PetrolBMW 440i Gran Coupe326 hp · 5.1 s PHEVMercedes AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE680 hp · 3.4 s BEVBMW i4 M50 xDrive544 hp · 3.9 s HEVBMW M340d xDrive340 hp · 4.6 s PetrolBMW M340i xDrive Touring374 hp · 4.5 s PetrolBMW M4480 hp · 4.2 s

The full Tesla Model 3 Highland range

Generation Highland launched in 2024. Available versions sorted by energy.

Other versions of the Highland

BEVModel 3 Long Range AWD358 hp · 2024 BEVModel 3 RWD282 hp · 2024

Popular duels involving the Model 3 Performance

BEVBMW i4 M50 xDrive vs Model 3 Performance544 hp · 80.7 kWh BEVVolvo V60 T8 AWD Recharge vs Model 3 Performance392 hp · 2.3 L BEVBMW i4 eDrive35 vs Model 3 Performance286 hp · 67.1 kWh PetrolBMW M3 Competition vs Model 3 Performance510 hp · 10.2 L

Continue with the Tesla Model 3 Performance

The same car, from other angles.

Consumption
Consumption and annual running cost of the Tesla Model 3 Performance
501 €/yr · 15,000 km/yr
Motorway
Simulated motorway trip of the Tesla Model 3 Performance: stops and duration
Paris → Lyon · 1 stop(s) · 4h19
Range
Range of the Tesla Model 3 Performance by speed and weather
402 km at 130 km/h · 547 km WLTP
Performance
Performance of the Tesla Model 3 Performance: 0-100 and lap times
0-100 in 3.0 s · 510 hp

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.

Where does the Model 3 Performance rank in its segment?

Among the 8 saloons electric 2022–2026, the Model 3 Performance ranks 4th of 7 in WLTP range (547 km, behind the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD), DC charge power (250 kW, behind the Tesla Model 3 Performance), 3rd of 8 in 0–100 km/h (3.0 s, behind the Xiaomi SU7 Ultra AWD).

What is the WLTP range of the Model 3 Performance?

547 km WLTP announced - making it the 4th of 7 in WLTP range out of 7 models. The reference is the Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD (800 km).

How much does the Model 3 Performance cost to run?

Running costs depend on your profile (mileage, charging type, city/highway mix). Use the Caralogy consumption simulator for a personalised estimate.

Why not a Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD instead?

The Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD leads in WLTP range (800 km vs 547 km). The choice depends on your priorities: check the Model 3 Performance vs Xiaomi SU7 Max AWD duel for a detailed comparison.

How does Caralogy calculate its figures?

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.