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Ford Mustang Convertible vs Tesla Model 3 comparison

Compare performance (446 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (56,900 £ vs 31,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Mustang Convertible or Tesla Model 3?

Ford Mustang Convertible vs Tesla Model 3: Key differences

Ford Mustang Convertible

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Tesla Model 3

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Mustang Convertible

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Tesla Model 3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Ford Mustang Convertible costs 56,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,209 £.

Model 3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 offers barely more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 446 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.1 s, while the Ford Mustang Convertible takes 5 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers moderately more torque with 660 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

Mustang Convertible

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Tesla Model 3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is barely lighter – 1,822 kg compared to 1,876 kg. The difference is around 54 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model 3 carries only slightly more – 333 kg compared to 324 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £31,700
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 750 km
Ford Mustang Convertible
Tesla Model 3

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Ford Mustang Convertible

The Ford Mustang Convertible makes every drive feel like a small celebration, its exhaust note and open-air drama turning mundane routes into showstoppers. It’s a car that doubles as a weekend mood lifter and a credible everyday companion, blending swagger with surprising practicality.

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is a compact electric sedan that pairs brisk, responsive driving with a sleek, minimalist cabin and intuitive, software-led features. It makes a practical, modern choice for daily commutes and long-term ownership while emphasizing simplicity and advanced driver assistance.

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Ford Mustang Convertible
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
56,900 - 59,900 £
Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Consumption L/100km
12.3 - 12.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
280 - 282 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Convertible
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,876 kg
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,916 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
319 - 324 kg
Payload
302 - 333 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
446 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 - 5.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
540 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
328 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
5,038 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Tesla
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