The days of large-displacement muscle cars from the United States are slowly but surely drawing to a close. However, innovative and new ideas have already been launched. Because with the Model S, Model X and Model 3, the American electric car pioneer Tesla delivers three powerful electric sports cars that not only offer the highest level of suitability for everyday use and a pioneering drive alternative, but also undoubtedly as an adrenaline replacement for conventional V8 cars on the quarter mile serve.

In this model comparison you can read about the similarities, differences and advantages of the three Americans equipped with accumulators Tesla Model 3, Model S and Model X to make such unique electric cars.

1. Exterior design and aerodynamic aesthetics

2. Interior: As usual in the US, it is lush and surprisingly unconventional at the same time

3. Innovative infotainment including autopilot functionality

4. Battery capacity, charging power and acceleration

5. Conclusion: Ampere all-rounder

6. You can find the right car with us

Parking the Tesla Model S, Model X and Model 3 next to each other during a charging stop at one of the more than 20.000 Supercharger charging stations worldwide, the external similarities are unmistakable at first glance. Since there is no overheating internal combustion engine installed under the bonnet, the Tesla engineers forego a radiator grille in favor of the appearance and aerodynamics of all models. The result is an extremely tidy appearance of the front section, which is only interrupted by the correctly attached license plate.

The three electrified siblings can be distinguished not only by their increasing size from Model 3 to Model S to Model X, but also by their individual, but unmistakably Tesla-typical full LED daytime running lights. The arrow-like profile of the Tesla Model S catches the eye when you look from the side and reveals how the current version achieves the world's lowest drag coefficient for series vehicles of just 0,208 Cd. Only the Falcon Wing Doors of the Model X, which rise automatically to the top and are bursting with engineering skill, which, when opened, are reminiscent of those of the legendary Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, attract even more attention.

In order to ensure an efficient air flow under the car, all three electric Americans have a flat underbody from the front to the rear axle, which ends in an elegant diffuser at the rear and offers a clean spoiler edge and hardly any space for turbulence for the air flowing through.

Californian simplicity prevails inside all models of the electric car manufacturer, which is deliberately chosen and in no way equated with a lack of comfort. Simple, but modern shape and color paired with high-quality materials and contact surfaces ensure carefree, easy and comfortable travel, even on longer routes.

Im Tesla Model 3 up to five adults can be comfortably seated and the standard panoramic glass roof, which is divided into two at the level of the B-pillar, never feels cramped inside the American luxury sedan. Despite the hatchback design, the 542 liter trunk of the Model 3 opens like a conventional notchback sedan and is not as easy to load and unload as its older brother with a large loading hatch and 793 liters of luggage space.

Model S and X also offer space for five adult passengers and can even be expanded by two additional seats if required - in the case of the Model S these are two rear-facing child seats in the luggage compartment, in the Model X, buyers can optionally choose between a full 6- or choose a 7-seater configuration.

If you want to enjoy the optional panoramic glass roof with a Ferrari GTC4 Lusso, you have to calculate a five-digit surcharge. At Tesla, every Model S is decorated with a glass headliner by default, at no extra charge. In the Model X, the windshield ends only at the level of the B-pillar and gives the driver and passenger an incomparable overview.

Since batteries are installed in the underbody and electric motors are installed at axle height between the driven wheels, the classic engine compartment under the hood of all three electric athletes has been converted into another suitcase compartment with a considerable capacity - charging cable, warning triangle and first-aid kit as well as small shopping can be easily accommodated here .

The fulcrum of every Tesla infotainment system, which can be operated at the touch of a finger, is the 3-inch display built into the Model 13 in landscape format or the 17-inch screen used in the Model S and X in portrait format. It can be used to make settings on the vehicle, enter navigation data and play music tracks via Spotify or even play games, stream Netflix films and browse the Internet browser during longer charging breaks. The manufacturer uses the Internet connection at the same time to keep the interface and vehicle computer up to date with the help of over-the-air updates.

An unforeseen advantage of such a well-functioning infotainment system with touch display operation is the lack of need for conventional buttons and switches. Only the opening of the side windows, the selection of the forward or reverse gear and the operation of the windshield wiper still take place via a conventional lever - all other matters while driving can be managed effortlessly with a few buttons on the steering wheel or by voice input and take a short time to get used to it driving much more relaxed.

The autopilot functionality developed by Tesla, which is available for all three models, also makes a significant contribution to relieving the driver. Equipped with radar, a large number of sensors and eight cameras, the American automaker's vehicles will in future be able to cross traffic light crossings independently and take freeway exits, initiate overtaking maneuvers or, as if by magic, park in and out of a suitable place.

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The battery capacities of the Model S and X range from 75 kWh to 90 kWh to 100 kWh in the Long Range variant and deliver undisputed ranges of over 600 km per charge. Even the Model 3 in the largest battery version with a factory specification of 580 km range according to the WLTP cycle scratches the fabulous 600 mark. Only the short charging times on the brand's own superchargers make even more impression, which completely put an end to any range fears - a Tesla needs an average of 20 minutes to go from 10% to 80% charge level and achieves charging capacities of 250 kW for a short time.

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With the luxury sedan Model 3, the full-size SUV Model X and the luxury sedan Model S, the American automaker Tesla offers three electric sports cars, all of which exceed their typical vehicle class requirements in terms of equipment, space and performance. With a constantly improving infotainment system, the future-oriented functions of the autopilot and the supercharger network available worldwide, the three Americans are positioned for the future.

There is no doubt that the Tesla Model S, Model 3 and Model X trigger unprecedented driving pleasure for the driver, front passenger and rear passengers, which is hardly unparalleled even among all powerful combustion engines. In the B&K showroom you will find an abundance of electric sports cars from the brand Tesla as well as other representatives of electromobility such as Porsche Taycan. We cordially invite you to take a test drive with your favorite electric sports car.

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