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Porsche Taycan vs Tesla Model 3 (2019-2023)
Selected trimLong Range Dual Motor · 2019-23Change trim374 mi · 75 kWh · Not available
At a glance
In this comparison, Porsche Taycan leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed, while the Tesla Model 3 leads on running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Porsche Taycan if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Tesla Model 3 (2019-2023) if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Porsche Taycan leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValuePorsche
Porsche
5.3
Tesla
0
Motorway Range
Porsche
7.1
Tesla
7.2
Too close to call
FamilyPorsche
Porsche
6.6
Tesla
5.8
ChargingPorsche
Porsche
7.2
Tesla
5.6
Cost Per MileTesla
Porsche
5.6
Tesla
9.4
City DrivingTesla
Porsche
1.5
Tesla
3.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Porsche TaycanTaycan | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £88,200 | Not available |
| Official range | 367 miles | 374 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 407 L | 561 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 18 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec | 4.4 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Porsche Taycan
Tesla Model 3
Length
Porsche Taycan4,963mm
Tesla Model 34,695mm-268mm
Width
Porsche Taycan1,966mm
Tesla Model 31,850mm-116mm
Height
Porsche Taycan1,379mm-66mm
Tesla Model 31,445mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Porsche TaycanTaycan | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,963 mm | 4,695 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,966 mm | 1,850 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,144 mm | 2,088 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,379 mm | 1,445 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.7 m | 11.6 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 434 mm spare | 550 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Porsche TaycanTaycan | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 407 L | 561 L (better) |
| Frunk | 84 L | 88 L (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Porsche Taycan
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Tesla Model 3
- A 88 L frunk, one of 13 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 88 L or more.
- At 4,695 mm, shorter than 90% of saloon EVs in our UK catalogue.
- Boot space of 561 L is bigger than 85% of saloon EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Porsche Taycan Taycan |  Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.96m | 4.70m-268mm |
| Width | 1.97m | 1.85m-116mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.14m | 2.09m-56mm |
| Height | 1.38m | 1.45m+66mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.90m | 2.88m-25mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 140mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 407L | 561L* (better) |
| Frunk | 84L | 88L (better) |
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.7m | 11.6m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 2,090kg | 1,830kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 89kWh (better) | 75kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 367 mi | 374 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 270kW (better) | 250kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £88,200 | Not available |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Saloon | Saloon |
| Available | 2024+ | 2019–2023 |
* Tesla Model 3: Tesla quotes 561 L behind the rear seats, measured to the roof including the under-floor well (649 L with the 88 L front trunk). Not directly comparable to VDA figures used by other brands.
* Tesla Model 3: Manufacturer does not publish battery capacity; figure verified from multiple independent sources. Pack size and chemistry changed during production.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Porsche TaycanTaycan | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 367 miles | 374 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 306 miles | 312 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 18 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 270 kW (better) | 250 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 82 kWh (better) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 800V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Porsche TaycanTaycan | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 4.7 sec | 4.4 sec (better) |
| Power | 320 kW | Not available |
| Torque | 410 Nm | Not available |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Porsche Taycan
Taycan
Tesla Model 3
Long Range Dual Motor
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Porsche TaycanTaycan | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £55,495 | £14,840 |
| Average used price | £55,495 | £18,820 |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 1.8% over ~6 months | Up 111.3% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Porsche Taycan Taycan
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users70%
Safety Assist73%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant96%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users74%
Safety Assist94%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Porsche TaycanTaycan | Tesla Model 3Long Range Dual Motor |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 193,121 km (better) |
Buying options
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Porsche Taycan
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Tesla Model 3
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Porsche Taycan
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Tesla Model 3
- £31,9952021EVHEROView
- £48,4952020EVHEROView
- £21,4892021Car360View
Frequently asked questions
What are the Porsche Taycan and Tesla Model 3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 306 miles for the Porsche Taycan and 312 miles for the Tesla Model 3 - effectively matched, and both well below their WLTP figures because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Porsche Taycan or the Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 116 mm narrower than the Porsche Taycan. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model 3 and about 434 mm of total clearance for the Porsche Taycan.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Porsche Taycan or the Tesla Model 3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Porsche Taycan and 85% for the Tesla Model 3. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Further reading
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .