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Acura TL vs. Tesla Model 3 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Acura TL vs. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,690 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | |||||
| Difference: $1,640 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | TL | TL | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 |
| Trim | Base | SH-AWD | Standard Range Plus | Long Range | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,705 | $39,255 | $43,990 | $49,990 | $57,990 |
| Technology Package | 3,730 | 3,730 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Technology Package | 3,452 | 3,452 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,730 | 3,730 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Options (change) | 3,452 | 3,452 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $40,330 | $43,880 | $38,690 | $44,690 | $52,690 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura TL vs. Tesla Model 3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,820 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,982 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | TL | TL | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 |
| Trim | Base | SH-AWD | Standard Range Plus | Long Range | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 305hp V6 | 283hp E | 346hp E | 450hp E |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | A1 | A1 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 10 | 440, 10 | ?, ? | ?, ? | ?, ? |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-17 | 245/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/35-20 |
| Total Price | $40,330 | $43,880 | $38,690 | $44,690 | $52,690 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,200 | -1,180 | -2,880 | -2,880 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,330 | $41,680 | $37,510 | $41,810 | $49,810 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,350 | $0 | $4,300 | $12,300 |
Features Comparison: Acura TL vs. Tesla Model 3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | TL | TL | Model 3 | Model 3 | Model 3 |
| Trim | Base | SH-AWD | Standard Range Plus | Long Range | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | $800 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote keyless entry | $225 | $225 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| 54 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| 75 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| Range alert | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,145 | $8,345 | $7,325 | $9,025 | $9,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,200 | $1,180 | $2,880 | $2,880 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,064 | 192 | 406 | 344 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura TL vs. Tesla Model 3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2021 |
| Model | TL | Model 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 194.0 in | 184.8 in |
| Width | 74.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,727 lb. | 3,583 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.2 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.7 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura TL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| ELS, 440W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 790 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Acura TL SH-AWD
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| ELS, 440W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 790 | 36% |
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