GM was recently spotted benchmarking the all-electric Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor sedan around the GM Milford Proving Grounds in Michigan.
For those readers who may not know, the Tesla Model 3 is the all-electric automaker’s small, entry-level four-door sedan. The Model 3 is available in three configurations, including the Rear-Wheel Drive model, the Long Range Dual Motor model, and the Performance Dual Motor model.
This particular Tesla Model 3 appears to be the range-topping Performance Dual Motor, as indicated by the black 20-inch wheels. Specs include two AC electric motors, all-wheel drive, and a 75-kWh battery pack, with the sprint from 0 to 60 mph completed in 3.1 seconds and a top speed of 162 mph. Range per charge is estimated at 315 miles.
Pricing for the Tesla Model 3 Performance starts at $62,990, while the Dual Motor Long Range starts at $55,990. The Rear-Wheel Drive model starts at $46,990.
Of course, this isn’t the first time GM has been caught benchmarking the Tesla Model 3. Back in March, GM Authority brought you coverage of GM’s benchmark testing of the Tesla Model 3 with regard to the Tesla Smart Summon feature, which allows owners to prompt their vehicle to drive fully autonomously to their location.
What’s more, GM has previously benchmarked a variety of other Tesla products, including the Tesla Model Y small crossover, as well as the Tesla Model S Plaid, the top performance model in Model S large sedan lineup.
Of course, it bears mentioning that GM has major EV plans of its own, announcing in 2020 that it will launch 30 new EV models globally by the 2025 calendar year. To that end, GM is investing billions in EV and AV development.
For the moment, Tesla is the leader in electric vehicle sales in the U.S. However, GM CEO Mary Barra has previously stated that The General could catch up to Tesla in U.S. EV sales by the 2025 timeframe.
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I have seen the Model 3 close up. It is a compact, like the Chevy Bolt., and it’s interior is a little larger but stark empty. So a Model 3 will have better performance and space than the Bolt but it is BORING. IF there is no Tesla service center nearby, you have to ship your Model 3 for any repairs.
I do not recommend any Tesla Model, even if it is the fastest EV, unless you are racing every day.
GM makes nothing to compete with it.
I do agree they’re over hyped, but they have good styling and even better marketing. GM has the Bolt… ‘nuf said.
Mr. Mike
The difference is Tesla promised a $35.000 long range EV.
GM delivered a $35,000 long range EV 2 years before Tesla started mass producing the Model 3
Today the Hummer EV is in production. Tesla’s Cybertruck still in Cyberspace.
Tesla Delivered a $35,000 EV. You had to order it in person at a Gallery or Service Center w/ an Employee or Associate. It had Cloth Trim, less Speakers. No heated seats or Steering Wheel. No one ordered it. (Because Tesla made it incredibly tedious to do so) so they discontinued it. Before I purchased my 2021 Model 3 Dual Motor, I was eyeing the Long Range Rear Wheel Drive… that was only $42k. They they discontinued that. Leaving only the Standard Range Plus, Long Range Dual Motor, and Performance.
That’s how they’ve achieved GAAP Automotive Profit of 33%
SonicFan
In 2016, 400,000 people put down $1000 each sight unseen for what Elon Musk promised would be a $35,000 long range electric vehicle.
What you’re describing is an elaborate con to avoid litigation.
It is now a Con to have sold well over a Million M3 vehicles?
What a Crazy Con that is I guess
Maybe GM needs a BEV Con like Tesla, I am sure they wouldn’t mind a Million Cadillac BEV’s sold right about now.
Yep, and Tesla pulled the plug on that model after only making a few. To be fair one is an aspirational vehicle that’s viewed as a luxury car, the other is a cheap, awkward econo car
About all they have in common is that they are both electric.
That gm is benchmarking a Model 3 is a good sign. Hopefully they’ll build something remotely like it.
Exactly Nate.
It is a Little too late maybe but still glad they are doing so.
Agree about the service center issues, also, not too excited to have to buy a vehicle without seeing it. 2023 is looking to be the start of the EV wars.. the bolt euv looks similar to the buick encore gx and will be around 30k for premium model. Gonna be interesting to see how telsa and others compete.
The General could catch up to Tesla in U.S. EV sales by the 2025 time frame. Or not!
@Daniel
I feel like people are missing the main point. Who cares if GM sells more vehicle volume than Tesla?
Tesla has basically solidified their so called Apple spot in the Industry. They make over 30% profit on their vehicles and they ONLY sell Money losing BEV’s HAHA
It is an all out Dog Fight for that highly coveted so called Google spot in the Industry. Lets all remember there are more Android phones in the World than iPhones.
$35 Billion spent just to try to get some of the market of 5% of new car sales… Seems like a great investment, lemme know how it pans out.
If you don’t think the EV market is going to expand as fast as they can build them you’re in for a surprise.
Gm could catch tesla by 2025? In what circumstances? That a meteorite falls to some gigafactories and destroys it? Tesla stops to grow 50% annually ?!
Ahh, but the path Elon is taking the past couple months could destroy that growth. If you haven’t noticed, he’s doing everything he can to give the middle finger to the party who strongly suppose this business. Continuing down that path is going to destroy that.
Supply chain is going to be very significant over the coming years. Can a manufacturer overcome those issues and meet demand? Right now I think they all will have challenges and those challenges will limit supply. Right now GM is the farthest along in transitioning facilities to EV versus all other automakers outside of Tesla. Pretty much endless opportunity for any manufacturer.
The problem with Tesla is no future refresh. People get bored driving the same looking car. Even when GM shows you a updated vehicle the longest I have seen is a year and a half. The cyber truck has yet to be sniffed since it’s debut.
Has anyone ever wondered what these batteries may be doing to us as we drive these electric cars?