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Genesis G80 vs Tesla Model 3

The Genesis G80 Electrified and Tesla Model 3 are both electric sedans, though they target different segments. G80 sits in the midsize luxury class for buyers who focus on comfort, ride quality, and interior finish. Model 3 is a compact executive EV aimed at buyers who want efficiency, performance, and tech-focused driving.

Range favors Tesla. Model 3 Long Range reaches about 530–580 km WLTP, with some variants going higher. G80 Electrified sits around 450–500 km WLTP. Charging differs in approach. Tesla supports up to 250 kW DC and benefits from its Supercharger network. G80 peaks near 187 kW and charges 10–80% in about 22 minutes on high-power DC.

Genesis G80 vs Tesla Model 3

Price positioning shows a large gap. G80 starts in the high luxury bracket around $75k–$80k. Model 3 starts far lower and scales with trims. Availability favors Tesla with global reach and strong infrastructure. G80 has limited availability and even reduced presence in some markets. This page helps you choose between luxury comfort and efficiency-focused performance.

Within Genesis Motor, other EVs include the Genesis GV60 and Genesis GV70 Electrified. Within Tesla, alternatives include the Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model S.

Genesis G80 pros: high cabin quality, smooth ride comfort, strong build; cons: higher price, lower range than rivals. Tesla Model 3 pros: long range, fast charging network access, strong performance; cons: firmer ride, simpler interior materials.

Quick verdict: Tesla Model 3 fits buyers who prioritize range, charging access, and lower cost. Genesis G80 fits buyers who value ride comfort and interior quality over efficiency.

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  Genesis G80 Tesla Model 3
Price $43,000.00
Our Rating 7.0 8.2
Brand Genesis TESLA
Category Electric Cars Electric Cars

MODEL

Available Trims / Variants Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Tesla Model 3 Performance

LAUNCH

Reveal Date 2024, June 28

2023, September 01 - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
2024, July 11 - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
2023, September 01 - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
2024, April 23 - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Availability Status Coming soon. Expected release 2024
Available to order. Released 2023, October - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
Available to order. Released 2024, July - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
Available to order. Released 2023, October - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Available to order. Released 2024, April - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Country of origin United States
Base Price (USD) € 43,000 - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
$ 42,500 - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
$ 47,500 € 52,000 - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
$ 53,000 € 58,500 £ 60,000 - Tesla Model 3 Performance

BATTERY

Battery Capacity 95.4 kWh total

57.3 kWh usable, 60 kWh total -Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
78 kWh total - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
78 kWh total - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
78 kWh total - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Battery Chemistry Liquid-cooled Li-Po (800V type)
Liquid-cooled Li-ion 360V LFP battery - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NCM (400V type) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
Liquid-cooled Li-Ion NCM (400V type) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (400V type) - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) 272 mi EPA (319 mi WLTP) - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
436 mi WLTP (363 mi EPA) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
421 mi WLTP (342 mi EPA) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
328 mi WLTP (296 mi EPA) - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Energy Consumption 212 Wh/mi WLTP - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
225 Wh/mi WLTP (260 Wh/mi EPA) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
269 Wh/mi WLTP - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Regen Braking (Max kW) Yes, via shift paddles
1 level, no coasting, no regen when pedal braking
Heat Pump
AC Charging (Max kW) Type 2 11 kW
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 7 hours 33 min - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours 15 min - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours 15 min - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
Type 2 11 kW - Tesla Model 3 Performance
DC Charging (Max kW) CCS
Vehicle to load (V2L)
230V electrical outlet (3.6 KW max)
Supercharger V3 170 kW max -Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
CCS 170 kW max
Supercharger V3 250 kW max - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
CCS 250 kW max
Supercharger V3 250 kW max - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
CCS 250 kW max
Supercharger V3 250 kW max - Tesla Model 3 Performance
CCS 250 kW max

PERFORMANCE

Power Output (kW / hp) AWD


RWD 283 hp (208 kW) - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
RWD -Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
AWD 498 hp (366 kW) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
AWD 625 hp (460 kW) - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Torque (Nm) 450 Nm (332 lb-ft) - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
493 Nm (364 lb-ft) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
741 Nm (547 lb-ft) - Tesla Model 3 Performance
0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. 5.8 sec 0-60 mph (6.1 sec 0-62 mph) - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
4.9 sec 0-60 mph - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
4.2 sec 0-60 mph (4.4 sec 0-62 mph) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
2.9 sec 0-60 mph (3.1 sec 0-62 mph) - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Top Speed (km/h / mph) 125 mph (201 km/h) - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
125 mph (201 km/h) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
125 mph (201 km/h) - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
163 mph (262 km/h) - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Transmission / Drive Single-speed

BODY

Body Style 4 door sedan, 4/5 seats
4 door sedan, 5 seats
Dimensions (L×W×H mm) 4720 x 1933 x 1441 mm (185.8 x 76.1 x 56.7 in)
Drag Coefficient (Cd) 0.219 Cd
Wheelbase (mm) 2875 mm (113.2 in)
Ground Clearance (mm) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Kerb Weight (kg) EU: 1765 kg unladen -Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
EU: 1822 kg unladen - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
EU: 1828 kg unladen, 2263 kg gross - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
EU: 1929 kg unladen, 2271 kg gross - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Suspension (Front / Rear) Electronically controlled adaptive air suspension
Front double wishbone-type coil spring, rear multi-link
Wheel Size (inches) R19
R18, R19
Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) EU: 682 l - Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
EU: 594 l - Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD
EU: 594 l - Tesla Model 3 Long Range
EU: 594 l - Tesla Model 3 Performance
Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) No 88 l
Towing Capacity (kg) No EU: 1000 kg unbraked

SAFETY

Airbags (count) 10 airbags: front, center, side, rear, including head airbag system
8 airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags
Driver Assistance (ADAS) 3 radars, 7 cameras, 12 sensors. Emergency Stop Signal, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Vibration warning steering wheel, High Beam Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (vehicles, pedestrians, two-wheeled vehicles, junction turning), Blind-spot Collision-avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-avoidance Assist, Back up guide light, Safety Exit Assist, Rear Occupant Alert, Multi-collision brake system, Highway Driving Assist, Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist
3 front, 2 side and 3 rear cameras (up to 250m object detection). Automatic Emergency Braking, Dynamic Brake Lights, Lane Assist, Collision Avoidance Assist, Speed Assist, Lane Departure Avoidance, Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control
Autonomous Driving Level Autopilot with full Self-Driving capability

COMFORT

Seating Capacity Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats
Heated and ventilated/cooled front seats, heated rear seats
Roof Type Panoramic glass roof, solar roof
All-glass roof
Parking Aids Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Remote Smart Parking Assist, Rear Guide Lamps
Front, side, rear cameras, Parking Assist
Additional Notes 3-zone climatronic
360˚ acoustic glass

DISPLAYS

Centre Screen (inches) 27" touchscreen
15.4" touchscreen
Driver's Display (inches) Yes, integrated with the center screen
No
Head-Up Display (HUD) Yes No
Additional Notes Rear seats monitors
8" rear passengers touchscreen display

LIGHTING

INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO

TECHNOLOGY

OWNERSHIP

Note

Additional Notes Built-in security camera, auxiliary battery, up to 12 hours of recording after parking
Also known as Genesis Electrified G80 2024
02 October 2024: Model 3 Standard Range is discontinued in USA
10 January 2024: Initial release price 38,990 USD
01 September 2023: Initial release price 42,990 EUR
Disclaimer We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct.
  Genesis G80 Tesla Model 3

Disclaimer Note

Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct

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