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Tesla Model 3 vs Tesla Model Y
Which electric vehicle is actually better for road trips? The recommendation below uses the same shared dataset and weighted scorecard as the rest of Voltiq.
Verdict
It’s a tie for this use case
Weighted on range, price, efficiency, and fast charging for this scenario. Keep scrolling for the detailed breakdown.
Range
Tesla Model 3: 272 mi, Tesla Model Y: 310 mi
Price
Tesla Model 3: $38,990, Tesla Model Y: $47,990
Efficiency
Tesla Model 3: 4.1 mi/kWh, Tesla Model Y: 3.6 mi/kWh
Charge speed
Tesla Model 3: 250 kW, Tesla Model Y: 250 kW
Next steps
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Decision framework
Optimizes for total travel convenience, so charging speed and range drive most of the recommendation.
Range
35%
Price
5%
Efficiency
20%
Charge
40%
Tesla Model 3
- Price$38,990
- Range272 mi
- Efficiency4.1 mi/kWh
- Fast Charge250 kW
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Pros
- • Lowest starting price
- • Highest efficiency
Cons
- • Shortest range in group
Tesla Model Y
- Price$47,990
- Range310 mi
- Efficiency3.6 mi/kWh
- Fast Charge250 kW
Calculate Tesla Model Y Savings
Pros
- • Best range in this set
Cons
- • Highest buy-in cost
Verdict for road trips
This matchup is effectively a tie for road trips. The better choice comes down to whether you prioritize the lower sticker price or the stronger headline spec.
Range
Range
Tesla Model 3: 272 mi, Tesla Model Y: 310 mi
Price
Price
Tesla Model 3: $38,990, Tesla Model Y: $47,990
Efficiency
Efficiency
Tesla Model 3: 4.1 mi/kWh, Tesla Model Y: 3.6 mi/kWh
Charge speed
Charge speed
Tesla Model 3: 250 kW, Tesla Model Y: 250 kW
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