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Tesla Model 3 vs Lotus Eletre comparison

Compare performance (460 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (31,700 £ vs 85,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model 3 or Lotus Eletre?

Tesla Model 3 vs Lotus Eletre: Key differences

Tesla Model 3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • significantly lighter
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Lotus Eletre

  • clearly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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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.

Tesla Model 3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 31,700 £ , while the Lotus Eletre costs 85,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 54,000 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 13 kWh/100km compared to 22.5 kWh/100km for the Lotus Eletre. That’s a difference of about 9.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model 3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 750 km, about 180 km more than the Lotus Eletre.

Eletre

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 Lotus Eletre offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 460 HP. That’s roughly 458 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Eletre is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Tesla Model 3 takes 3.1 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Lotus Eletre is very slightly faster – reaching 265 km/h, while the Tesla Model 3 tops out at 262 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Eletre delivers clearly more torque with 985 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 325 Nm more.

Model 3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is significantly lighter – 1,772 kg compared to 2,565 kg. The difference is around 793 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lotus Eletre offers moderately more boot space – 688 L compared to 594 L. That’s a difference of about 94 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lotus Eletre carries noticeably more – 485 kg compared to 377 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model 3 is clearly superior overall 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 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 534 - 750 km
Tesla Model 3
Lotus Eletre

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Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 slices through daily commuting with a silent, confident shove that makes petrolheads reassess their life choices, while its minimalist cabin feels more like a slick gadget gallery than a traditional car interior. For buyers after a fuss-free, tech-forward electric with plenty of grin factor and low running drama, it’s hard to beat—just don't be surprised when the car updates itself overnight.

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Lotus Eletre

The Lotus Eletre is a bold, electric SUV that finally lets Lotus step into the luxury EV arena without losing the brand's famed focus on razor-sharp handling and driver engagement. Inside, it pairs a futuristic, tech-heavy cabin with surprising comfort and poise — think of a sports car in evening wear, ready to sprint yet polite enough for the school run.

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Tesla Model 3
Lotus Eletre

Costs and Consumption

Price
31,700 - 50,100 £
Price
85,700 - 138,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
22.5 - 28.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
534 - 750 km
Electric Range
450 - 570 km
Battery Capacity
83 kWh
Battery Capacity
109 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,772 - 1,929 kg
Curb weight
2,565 - 2,745 kg
Trunk capacity
594 L
Trunk capacity
688 L
Length
4,724 mm
Length
5,103 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
2,060 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
1,630 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,532 L
Payload
303 - 377 kg
Payload
405 - 485 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Power HP
612 - 918 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 - 4.5 s
Max Speed
262 km/h
Max Speed
258 - 265 km/h
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Torque
710 - 985 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Power kW
450 - 675 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Tesla
Brand
Lotus
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