This American EV Outpaces The Toyota GR Supra

The Toyota GR Supra is a two-door sports car designed for the daily driver who wants to feel the thrill of the track on their commute. The 2025 model brings a handful of interesting design choices, including an inline six-cylinder engine and an available manual transmission. Sprinting to 60 miles per hour in just 3.9 seconds is a feat in and of itself, but there’s one American electric vehicle that absolutely blows it off the road – and for a comparable price.

Like most sports cars, the GR Supra features rear-wheel drive, but this American EV arrives with an all-wheel drive setup and more than 500 horsepower. That’s not to mention the instant torque provided by twin electric motors. While this electric vehicle doesn’t have fierce styling and the roar of an engine, it doesn’t need to. Instead, it lets its high-performance motors do most of the talking. Here’s the American EV can not only match up tire-to-tire with the Toyota GR Supra, but leave it in the dust.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from Tesla and Toyota, and other authoritative sources, including the EPA and NHTSA.

The Tesla Model 3 Performance Outpaces The Toyota GR Supra

It Is Quicker To 60 MPH By A Full Second

There’s no denying the Toyota GR Supra is an absolute beast of a sports car, but it can’t stand up to the sheer power of the Tesla Model 3 Performance. Both models come comparably priced, with the range-topping Model 3 Performance starting at $54,990 MSRP versus the GR Supra’s $56,250 MSRP. The Tesla Model 3 Performance lives up to its name, racing to

60 mph in just 2.9 seconds
, outpacing the GR Supra’s 60 mile-per-hour time by a full second.

Tesla Model 3 Performance vs. Toyota GR Supra

The Toyota GR Supra is a rare breed these days, with the Japanese automaker opting for a turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine over a turbo or twin-turbo four-cylinder. Rear-wheel drive comes standard, typical of most sports cars, and the GR Supra is one of the few vehicles to still come with an available six-speed manual transmission. All in all, its powertrain delivers 382 horsepower and 368 pound-feet of torque, but all of that power can’t stand up to the sheer force offered by the Model 3 Performance’s 547 pound-feet of instant torque.

The Tesla Model 3 Performance Starts At $54,990

Starting at $54,990 MSRP, the Tesla Model 3 Performance is one of the best bang-for-your-buck electric vehicles currently on the market, especially when it comes to performance. With a price tag under $55,000 and a 0-to-60 speed of 2.9 seconds, the Model 3 Performance is a better value than vehicles with similar performance, including the Lucid Air Grand Touring. That model hits 60 mph in three seconds flat and starts at $110,900 MSRP.

Tesla Model 3 Trims Pricing And Performance Specs

The Tesla Model 3 comes in three trim levels, each of which hits 60 mph in under five seconds. With the base model offering more than 250 horsepower and standard rear-wheel drive, the Model 3 Long Range is essentially a four-door sports car.

The base Tesla Model 3 is the only model to feature standard rear-wheel drive and hits 60 miles per hour in just 4.9 seconds. Thanks to its rear-wheel drive, however, the base Long Range model has the highest single-charge range of the three, and is the only Model 3 to have over 350 miles of range. The other two trims come with standard all-wheel drive that decreases range, with the Performance model topping the range and producing over 500 horsepower while offering more than 300 miles of range on a single charge, thanks in part to a larger battery than the base Model 3.

The Tesla Model 3 Performance Comes Loaded

A top-spec model, the Tesla Model 3 Performance comes loaded with all the goodies you could want, while remaining an aerodynamic and cost-effective model with a minimalist interior. In addition to its twin electric motors, the Model 3 Performance features lightweight wheels, larger brake rotors, and a chassis tuned for performance with high-strength steel springs and adaptive dampers.

The Tesla Model 3 Performance features a fairly open (or perhaps, bare) interior with buttons on the steering wheel and a large touchscreen where you’ll find most of the car’s settings. The Performance trim includes sport seats and upscale upholstery, and rear passengers have their own eight-inch touchscreen display. As for style, a carbon fiber spoiler and rear diffuser are just two features designed to improve the electric vehicle’s performance.

When it comes to driver-assistive tech, the Model 3 Performance has you covered there, too. The range-topping Model 3 features standard systems like automatic blind spot monitoring and emergency lane departure avoidance.

How Much It Costs to Charge the Tesla Model 3 Performance

The Tesla Model 3 Performance is a beast by any measure when it comes to performance, but how much does it cost to charge? The 2024 model comes equipped with a 78-kWh battery. At a rate of $0.15 per kWh and a charging efficiency of 85 percent, the Model 3 Performance would cost in the ballpark of $14.45, a far cry from what it would cost to fill up a fuel tank.

How Much It Costs to Replace A Tesla Model 3 Battery

One of the biggest concerns among anti-EV adopters is the cost of replacing an electric model’s battery. While it likely won’t be cheap, it’s important to keep in mind that the Tesla Model 3 Long Range and Performance models come backed by an eight-year or 120,000-mile battery and drive unit warranty. That’s a significantly longer period from the standard gas-powered vehicle’s five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Tesla also guarantees at least a minimum 70-percent battery capacity or the battery will be replaced free of charge.

When it comes to the actual cost of replacing a Tesla Model 3’s battery, the cost seems to vary. The battery itself can be brand new or refurbished and range from around $7,000 to $12,000. Labor costs vary by geographic location, but tend to run around $500. For reference, the cost to replace a Toyota GR Supra’s engine runs between $8,000 and $15,000.

The Tesla Model 3 Requires Regular Maintenance

While the Tesla Model 3 doesn’t have an engine, it still needs to be serviced at specific intervals. The A/C desiccant bag needs to be replaced every four years, and the brake fluid should be checked every four years. The brake calipers should be cleaned and lubricated every year or 12,500 if exposed to road salt. Finally, the tires should be rotated every 6,250 miles.

The Tesla Model 3 Is The Most Reliable American EV

Thanks to its reputation for reliability, the Tesla Model 3 was the first electric car to surpass one million models sold. While many mainstream ICE vehicles struggle to break the 200,000-mile mark, the Model 3 seems to have few issues breaking that barrier. A Model 3 isn’t the only Tesla to break barriers. In fact, a Model Y accumulated more than 200,000 miles. The Tesla with the highest mileage, however, is a 2014 Model S with 1.2 million miles on the odometer. With that in mind, it’s no wonder the Model 3 is widely considered to be one of the most reliable American EVs around.

2024 Tesla Model 3 Active Recalls

Like every vehicle, the Tesla Model 3 has a handful of recalls, some of which are more serious than others. The 2024 model currently has two active recalls at the time of writing.

The first recall covers the side airbag, which could deploy improperly without a deflector that directs the gases during deployment. The second recall, regarding the hood latch, has been fixed via an over-the-air software update at no cost to Model 3 owners.

Tesla Model 3 Warranty

The Tesla Model 3 comes backed by extensive warranty coverage to provide peace of mind behind an electric vehicle purchase. Notably, there’s a difference in battery coverage between rear- and all-wheel drive models.

Tesla backs the Model 3 battery and drive unit for up to eight years. The Model 3 Long Range RWD comes with up to 100,000 miles of coverage, whereas the Long Range AWD and Performance AWD models are covered for up to 120,000 miles.