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Tesla Model 3 vs. Lexus SC Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Tesla Model 3 vs. Lexus SC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,700

Tesla Model 3   
Difference: $25,580

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182010
ModelModel 3SC
TrimBase430
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $49,000 $68,405
Metallic paint (extra cost) 1,000  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0  
Options (change) 1,000 0
Options (change) 0 0
Destination 1,200 875
Gas Tax -7,500 0
Total Price $43,700 $69,280

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Lexus SC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,300
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $64,240
Model Year20182010
ModelModel 3SC
TrimBase430
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine258hp E288hp V8
TransmissionA1T6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)136/123 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, ?240, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18245/40-18
Total Price$43,700$69,280
Adjustments for Features0-4,280
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,700$65,000

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Features Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Lexus SC

Model Year20182010
ModelModel 3SC
TrimBase430
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
1-speed automatic$800 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key$250 
Remote app$25 
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote window/roof operation $15
Universal garage door opener $100
Wind blocker, small $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Forward collision warning$200 
Lane departure warning$200 
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Side curtain airbags$350 
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Rear air vents$100 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Engine / Motor 
10 kW onboard charger$750 
75 kWh battery pack$0 
DC quick-charging capability$750 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Glass roof panel(s)$300 
Laminated front side windows $200
Power retractable hardtop $6750
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0 
App support$0 
CD changer, in-dash $325
In-vehicle Internet$150 
Power antenna $100
Range alert$0 
Satellite radio $200
Surround sound$250 
Traffic + travel information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Digital instruments$0 
Headlight washers $50
LED headlights$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Tachometer $75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather door panel trim $250
Leather seating surfaces $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0 
Synthetic suede door panel trim$250 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$7,725$12,005
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,280
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,815

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Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model 3 vs. Lexus SC

Model Year20182010
ModelModel 3SC
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase113.2 in103.1 in
Length184.8 in178.5 in
Width72.8 in72.0 in
Height56.8 in53.1 in
Curb Weight3,814 lb.3,840 lb.
Fuel Capacity0.0 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in53.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.7 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in27.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in46.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in49.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume15.0 ft38.8 ft3

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