The Compare
Updated: September 2026 · US
| Model 3 | Model Y | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Daily sedan, efficiency, easier garage | Cargo, kids, higher sit |
| Body | Sedan | Crossover / hatch |
| Seats | 5 | 5; 7-seat or Y L where offered |
| Cargo | Trunk + frunk | Hatch + frunk |
| Range | Premium RWD ~363 mi · Performance ~309 mi | Premium RWD ~357 mi · AWD ~294–327 mi |
EPA-style estimates; confirm in Design Studio.
When to Pick
- Model 3 — Commute + weekends, no hatch load. Premium RWD is the usual sweet spot. Performance only if the drive is the point.
- Model Y — Hatch is the must-have. Premium for most families. Y L / 7-seat only if it shows in Studio.
- Neither — Bed → Cybertruck. Software first → FSD page.
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