Top 10 Tesla Models Ranked by Performance

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Not all Teslas are created equal. From the sleekest acceleration to raw driving power – here’s how the top 10 Tesla models truly stack up on performance.

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10. Tesla Model Y Long Range

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0–100 km/h: approx. 5.0 seconds
Top speed: 217 km/h
The Model Y focuses on comfort and range, not drag races. Still, it’s quicker than many petrol SUVs.

9. Tesla Model 3 Long Range

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0–100 km/h: approx. 4.4 seconds
Top speed: 233 km/h
A strong balance between speed, price, and range. Dual motors and AWD provide solid performance.

8. Tesla Model X Long Range

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0–100 km/h: approx. 3.9 seconds
Top speed: 250 km/h
A large SUV with surprising acceleration. Seats seven and features falcon-wing doors – performance meets space and style.

7. Tesla Model S Long Range

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0–100 km/h: approx. 3.2 seconds
Top speed: 250 km/h
A luxury sedan with sports car stats. Smooth, fast, and still a Tesla classic.

6. Tesla Model 3 Performance

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0–100 km/h: 3.3 seconds
Top speed: 261 km/h
A compact EV with racing DNA. A favorite for those who want performance without breaking the bank.

5. Tesla Model Y Performance

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0–100 km/h: approx. 3.7 seconds
Top speed: 250 km/h
An SUV with sporty flair. Ideal for those who want both speed and space.

4. Tesla Roadster (1st generation)

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0–100 km/h: approx. 3.7 seconds
Top speed: 201 km/h
Tesla’s first car. Groundbreaking in 2008 and a benchmark for electric performance.

3. Tesla Model X Plaid

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0–100 km/h: approx. 2.6 seconds
Top speed: 262 km/h
A seven-seater SUV with performance that beats many sports cars. High-tech insanity meets family practicality.

2. Tesla Model S Plaid

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0–100 km/h: 2.1 seconds
Top speed: 322 km/h
Over 1,000 horsepower and lightning-fast acceleration. A luxury sedan that challenges supercars.

1. Tesla Roadster (upcoming model)

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0–100 km/h: under 2.0 seconds (estimated)
Top speed: over 400 km/h (estimated)
Elon Musk’s next electric beast. Not yet in production, but already aiming to break speed records.