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Tesla Model 3 vs Casalini 550 comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Casalini 550?

Tesla Model 3 vs Casalini 550: Key differences

Tesla Model 3

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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Casalini 550

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly 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

Model 3

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.

Casalini 550 is considerably cheaper – starting at 17,000 £ , while the Tesla Model 3 costs 31,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,674 £.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model 3 offers significantly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 452 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Model 3 delivers considerably more torque with 660 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 632 Nm more.

Model 3

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Casalini 550 is significantly lighter – 425 kg compared to 1,822 kg. The difference is around 1,397 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model 3 offers substantially more boot space – 594 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 594 L.

When it comes to payload, the Tesla Model 3 carries a bit more – 333 kg compared to 273 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 holds a solid overall lead 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
Tesla Model 3
Casalini 550

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Casalini 550

The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.

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Tesla Model 3
Casalini 550

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
-
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
20 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
3
Curb weight
1,822 - 1,929 kg
Curb weight
425 kg
Trunk capacity
594 L
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
3,000 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,500 mm
Height
-
Height
1,470 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
302 - 333 kg
Payload
273 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Power HP
8 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
45 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
28 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
2
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Power kW
6 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
479 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Casalini
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