At a glance
Here is how the two models stack up on the specs that matter most.
| Specification | Model 3 Long Range | Taycan |
|---|---|---|
| Range | 549 km | 570 km |
| Battery | 82 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Efficiency | 14.9 kWh/100km | 19.1 kWh/100km |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.2 s | 5.4 s |
| Fast charge 10-80% | ~22 min | ~22 min |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Price | $44,990 | $90,000 |
| Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.7/5 |
| Estimated running cost / year | $335 | $430 |
The Model 3 Long Range wins 4 of 8 categories, making it our pick in this head-to-head.
Range & efficiency
The Model 3 Long Range is rated for 549 km of range versus 570 km for the Taycan. That is effectively a tie - neither offers a meaningful range advantage.
The Model 3 Long Range consumes about 14.9 kWh per 100 km versus 19.1 kWh for the Taycan - so the Model 3 Long Range is the cheaper and greener option per kilometre.
Performance
The Model 3 Long Range reaches 100 km/h in 4.2 seconds versus 5.4 for the Taycan. Model 3 Long Range is the quicker car, though real-world feel also depends on power delivery and weight.
Charging
Fast charging from 10-80% takes about 22 minutes in the Model 3 Long Range and 22 minutes in the Taycan. Taycan spends less time at the plug on road trips.
Space & comfort
The Model 3 Long Range seats 5 and the Taycan seats 4. Check the full spec sheet for cargo volume.
Price & running costs
The Model 3 Long Range lists at $44,990 and the Taycan at $90,000. At 15,000 km per year, estimated running costs are about $335/yr versus $430/yr.
Verdict
The Model 3 Long Range is our pick, taking 4 of 8 categories in this head-to-head. It leads on the lower consumption (14.9 kWh/100km vs 19.1 kWh/100km), the quicker 0-100 km/h (4.2 s vs 5.4 s) and the extra seating (5 vs 4). That said, the Taycan is still the better buy if you need the extra cargo space (407 L vs 0 L), or you need the longer range (570 km vs 549 km).