COMPARISON
Full comparison of Audi RS 3 Sportback and Tesla Model S Plaid: specifications, prices, performance and verdict.
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Tesla Model S Plaid | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 394 HP | 1020 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 1420 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 2.1 s |
| Top speed | 280 km/h | 322 km/h |
| Price | 62.000 EUR | 129.990 EUR |
| Consumption | 9 L/100km | 15.7 kWh/100km |
| CO2 (WLTP) | 205 g/km | — |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 335 L | 793 L |
| Reliability | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Battery | — | 100 kWh |
| Electric range | — | 611 km |
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Tesla Model S Plaid | |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance | €1400 | €2000 |
| MOT | €600 | €400 |
| Maintenance | €500 | €350 |
| Consumption | 9 L/100km | 15.7 kWh/100km |
| Fuel/year | €2363 | €707 |
| Total/year | €6020 | €7950 |
| Reliability | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Tesla Model S Plaid | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4440 mm | 5021 mm |
| Width | 1810 mm | 1987 mm |
| Height | 1440 mm | 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Weight | 1575 kg | 2162 kg |
| Trunk (seats up) | 335 L | 793 L |
| Fuel tank | 55 L | — |
Practical summary based on the two chosen models
Audi RS 3 Sportback: Performance and luxury
Tesla Model S Plaid: Daily use
AWD vs AWD
5 vs 5
Tesla Model S Plaid saves ~€1656/year in fuel (15,000 km).
Tesla Model S Plaid costs €67.990 more in purchase price.
Audi RS 3 Sportback: €1900/year · Tesla Model S Plaid: €2350/year (without fuel).
Detailed comparison between Audi RS 3 Sportback and Tesla Model S Plaid.
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Tesla Model S Plaid | |
|---|---|---|
| City | 11 L/100km | 17 kWh/100km |
| Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 14.5 kWh/100km |
| Combined | 9 L/100km | 15.7 kWh/100km |
| Calm driving | 7.5 L/100km | 14 kWh/100km |
| Sport driving | 13 L/100km | 22 kWh/100km |
| City range | 500 km | 520 km |
| Highway range | 733 km | 680 km |
| Audi RS 3 Sportback | Tesla Model S Plaid | |
|---|---|---|
| After 1 year | €49.600 (80%) | €103.992 (80%) |
| After 3 years | €42.160 (68%) | €88.393 (68%) |
| After 5 years | €33.480 (54%) | €70.195 (54%) |
Nappa leather, Dinamica microfibre and brushed aluminium with contrast stitching.
10.1-inch central touchscreen and 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
15-speaker system with 705 W and high-fidelity surround sound.
30 colours with RS ambiences and illuminated panels on dashboard and doors.
17-inch horizontal touchscreen with 2200x1300 pixels controlling nearly all car functions.
Ventilated seats with 12-way electric adjustment and vegan finishes.
Clean design without conventional instrument cluster; all info is shown on the center screen.
Panoramic glass roof that increases the sense of space and natural light.
AMD Ryzen processor capable of AAA gaming on the center screen.
Climate control with HEPA filter and three independent zones.
Cameras, radar and ultrasonic sensors for highway assist and manoeuvres.
delivers 1020 HP and estimated total cost €3057/year (fuel + insurance + maintenance).
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Audi RS 3 Sportback usually has better long-term mechanical reliability.
Audi RS 3 Sportback consumes less fuel than the Tesla Model S Plaid.
Audi RS 3 Sportback is more comfortable for long trips.
Audi RS 3 Sportback vs Tesla Model S Plaid: comparison of power, acceleration, price and fuel economy to help you decide.
