The 2025 Tesla Model 3 wins on efficiency: 137 vs 125 MPGe in the tested configurations. The EPA estimates the 2025 Tesla Model 3 costs about $50 less per year to fuel. The 2025 Tesla Model Y carries an NHTSA overall rating; the 2025 Tesla Model 3 has not been rated for this model year. Note: one of these is fully electric - total cost depends heavily on your local electricity rate vs gas prices and available tax credits.
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 | 2025 Tesla Model Y | |
|---|---|---|
| Body style | Sedan (EV) | SUV (EV) |
| Engine | ||
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Electricity | Electricity |
| City MPGe | 145 | 134 |
| Highway MPGe | 128 | 117 |
| Combined MPGe | 137 | 125 |
| Electric range | 363 mi | 337 mi |
| EPA est. annual fuel cost | $550 | $600 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| NHTSA front crash | Not rated | 5/5 |
| NHTSA side crash | Not rated | 5/5 |
| NHTSA rollover | Not rated | 5/5 |
| Tested configuration | Auto (A1) | Auto (A1) |
Data: official EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA crash-test ratings, pulled September 2026 for the configurations shown. Different trims, drivetrains and model years will change these numbers.