How Much Does an Electric Car Weigh?
Fun fact: electric cars weigh more than gas-powered cars. While a vehicle with an internal combustion engine has more parts in the powertrain – 2,000 compared to 20 – an EV has a high-voltage battery that weighs a lot. Like a lot, a lot.
If you are buying your first EV, it is helpful to have all the details about the various EV models and their weight. From efficiency to range to parking, weight matters. A heavier battery is likely bigger and able to store more energy. But it can also reduce a vehicle’s efficiency.
See below for a chart and detailed descriptions comparing car weights for Teslas and other popular EVs.
If that's a little hard to follow. Here's a simple video that shows a comparison between the batteries in a mobile phone, laptop computer and electric car.
How Much Does a Tesla Weigh?
The Tesla brand has several models of electric cars. While the overall weight of each Tesla model depends on other factors apart from the battery, the battery size is a major percentage of the weight.
Tesla Model S
Tesla Model S comes in many trims and battery sizes so the weight varies. For the most part, it weighs between 4,323-4,960 pounds, with the battery making up 1,200 pounds of that. This model is a bigger luxury sedan that, aside from the battery, has a much sturdier feel. Its strong steel frame adds pounds quickly. The Model S also has a glass roof, which can add weight.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3 happens to be the lightest of all the Tesla EV models. It weighs between 3,553-4,070 lbs depending on the battery size. It is also a sedan, and is more compact-sized. The cargo space and the interior seating are both narrower.
Tesla Model Y
Like its Model 3 sibling, Tesla Model Y sits on the same frame, although it weighs between 3,920-4,416 lbs. This additional weight comes from more features and the roomier compact SUV body style.
Tesla Model X
Tesla Model X is the heaviest in the Tesla fleet and weighs between 5,072-5,531 lbs. Since it’s bigger than a Model Y, it features a larger battery. It also uses the Model S frame, so it’s no surprise that this vehicle packs the pounds.
Tesla Cybertruck
The actual weight of the Tesla Cybertruck is still unknown because Tesla has yet to disclose it. However, it is believed to be the heaviest EV yet due to a large, heavy frame. The estimated range of 250-500 miles also means a big battery will add weight.
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