Tesla Drag Race: Which Model is the Fastest From 0-60mph?

Tesla Drag Race: Which Model is the Fastest From 0-60mph?

By Michael Harrison

February 15, 2025 at 12:32 PM

Tesla offers an impressive lineup of electric vehicles, each with unique performance capabilities. Here's how they compare:

Tesla Model S Plaid

  • Power: 1,020hp and 1,420Nm torque from three electric motors
  • 0-60mph: 2.5 seconds (real-world testing)
  • Weight: 2,190kg
  • Price: £116,000
  • Notable: All-wheel drive, spacious saloon design

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Tesla Model S Plaid rear view

Tesla Model S Plaid rear view

Tesla Model 3 Performance

  • Power: 460hp and 650Nm torque from dual motors
  • 0-60mph: 2.9 seconds
  • Weight: 1,839kg
  • Price: £60,000
  • Notable: Best handling Tesla, right-hand drive available

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Tesla Model X Plaid

  • Power: 1,020hp and 1,420Nm torque from three motors
  • 0-60mph: 2.7 seconds (real-world testing)
  • Weight: 2,464kg
  • Price: Not specified
  • Notable: Seats up to 7, features distinctive Falcon Wing doors

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Black Tesla Model X rear view

Black Tesla Model X rear view

Tesla Model Y Performance

  • Power: 527hp and 660Nm torque from dual motors
  • 0-60mph: 3.5 seconds
  • Weight: Nearly 2,000kg
  • Price: £60,000
  • Notable: Crossover SUV with practical design

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White Tesla Model Y in field

White Tesla Model Y in field

Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast

  • Power: 845hp and 930Nm torque from three motors
  • 0-60mph: 2.5 seconds (claimed)
  • Weight: 3,104kg
  • Price: £150,000
  • Notable: Unique stainless steel design, limited availability in UK

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Tesla Cybertruck rear view

Tesla Cybertruck rear view

In terms of pure acceleration, the Model S Plaid and Cybertruck Cyberbeast lead the pack with 2.5-second 0-60mph times, followed closely by the Model X Plaid at 2.7 seconds. The Model 3 Performance and Model Y Performance round out the lineup with still-impressive times of 2.9 and 3.5 seconds respectively.

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