Head-to-Head Comparison
2018 Model 3Long Range RWD
vs
2018 Model 3Performance
2018 Long Range RWD
Spec
2018 Performance
310 mi
EPA Range
310 mi
5.1s
0–60 mph
3.5s
NCA
Battery
NCA
~75
Capacity
~75
RWD
Drivetrain
AWD
AP 2.5
Hardware
AP 2.5
No
Heat Pump
No
Stalks
Controls
Stalks
Stalk
Gear Selector
Stalk
Premium
Audio
Premium
14
Speakers
14
Verdict

The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance comes out ahead on measurable specs.

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2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
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2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has more range, the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD or the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance?
Both have the same range: 310 mi.
Which is faster, the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD or the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance?
The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance is faster — 3.5s vs 5.1s 0–60 mph.
What is the difference between the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD and 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance?
The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD offers 310 mi range, 5.1s 0–60, RWD drivetrain, and AP 2.5 hardware. The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance offers 310 mi range, 3.5s 0–60, AWD drivetrain, and AP 2.5 hardware.
Do either have a heat pump?
The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD does not have a heat pump. The 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance does not have a heat pump.