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Toyota Land Cruiser vs Tesla Model 3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (205 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (70700 £ vs 34300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Land Cruiser or Tesla Model 3?

Toyota Land Cruiser

Tesla Model 3

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

Land Cruiser

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Tesla Model 3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 34300 £ , while the Toyota Land Cruiser costs 70700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36428 £.

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 has a clearly edge – offering 460 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 255 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model 3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.10 s, while the Toyota Land Cruiser takes 12.30 s. That’s about 9.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model 3 performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 262 km/h, while the Toyota Land Cruiser tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 92 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Tesla Model 3 pulls evident stronger with 660 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm difference.

Land Cruiser

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Toyota Land Cruiser offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Tesla Model 3 is clearly lighter – 1822 kg compared to 2610 kg. The difference is around 788 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Toyota Land Cruiser offers slightly more room – 742 L compared to 594 L. That’s a difference of about 148 L.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Land Cruiser noticeable takes the win – 540 kg compared to 333 kg. That’s a difference of about 207 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model 3 shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £34,300
Model 3

Tesla Model 3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 283 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.2 - 16.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 550 - 750 km
Toyota Land Cruiser
Tesla Model 3

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Toyota Land Cruiser

The Toyota Land Cruiser is the kind of SUV that makes you feel ready to abandon the map and take the long way home, with legendary go-anywhere capability wrapped in reassuringly solid build quality. Inside it's surprisingly comfortable and grown-up — a practical luxury for buyers who want reliability and presence rather than fleeting flash.

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Tesla Model 3

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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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Toyota Land Cruiser
Tesla Model 3

Costs and Consumption

Price
70700 - 79300 £
Price
34300 - 50100 £
Consumption L/100km
10.6 - 10.8 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
13.2 - 16.7 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
550 - 750 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
64.5 - 83 kWh
co2
278 - 284 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
2610 kg
Curb weight
1822 - 1929 kg
Trunk capacity
143 - 742 L
Trunk capacity
594 L
Length
4925 mm
Length
4720 - 4724 mm
Width
1980 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1935 mm
Height
1431 - 1440 mm
Max trunk capacity
1829 - 1895 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 kg
Payload
303 - 333 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
205 HP
Power HP
283 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.30 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.1 - 6.1 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
201 - 262 km/h
Torque
500 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
151 kW
Power kW
208 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
2755 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Tesla
What drivetrain options does the Toyota Land Cruiser have?

The Toyota Land Cruiser is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.