2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance vs. Long Range
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance and 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance and the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range.
When comparing the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance's and the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance and 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range have the same overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance's and the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance ranges from $20,248 to $34,950 while a used 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range is priced between $19,876 to $30,800.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance and the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range both lose 46.7 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Tesla Model 3 is 8.3 out of 10. Tesla Model 3 is ranked 1 out of 26 Best Electric Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 15 Best Luxury Electric Cars, the Tesla Model 3 is ranked 1 and the Tesla Model 3 is ranked 1 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Tesla Model 3 is 7.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range base engine makes 258 horsepower. The Performance is rated to deliver an average of 120 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), while the Long Range is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe). Both have a highway range of 310 miles. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Performance is 10 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Long Range is 12 hours (240V).
Safety Ratings: The Tesla Model 3 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$64,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$39,725
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$35,000 - $44,450
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$44,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$39,725
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$35,000 - $44,450
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$27,299
Price Range:
$20,248 - $34,950
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$21,885
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$17,553 - $26,217
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
71
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
59,696
# Good or Great Deals:
22
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$25,226
Price Range:
$19,876 - $30,800
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$21,885
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
$17,553 - $26,217
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
504
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
62,367
# Good or Great Deals:
181
Tesla Model 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Tesla Model 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
301.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
164.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
7 - 322.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
301.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
164.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact Cars)
7 - 322.1
Tesla Model 3 Rankings
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11 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Other Tesla Model 3 Trim Levels
Long Range, Mid Range, Standard
Other Tesla Model 3 Trim Levels
Mid Range, Performance, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 120000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
450 hp
Torque:
471 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.118 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
258 hp
Torque:
317 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
120 / 112 / 116
Range (city/hwy):
310 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
75 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
127 / 123 / 127
Range (city/hwy):
310 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
75 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
12 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3814 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3814 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
56.8 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
113.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
