Head-to-head
2025 Tesla Model 3 vs 2025 Toyota Camry
The Tesla Model 3 wins clearly, 95 to 64.9, on fuel & range, safety.
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2025 Tesla Model 3
The 2025 Tesla Model 3 is sold in the U.S. as an electric midsize sedan with 4 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model 3 Long Range RWD, …
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D2025 Toyota Camry
The 2025 Toyota Camry is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Camry HEV FF LE, is EPA-rat…
Verdict · default weights
2025 Tesla Model 3
Clear winThe Tesla Model 3 wins clearly, 95 to 64.9, on fuel & range, safety.
Fuel & range 2025 Tesla Model 3 leads by 59.4
Safety 2025 Tesla Model 3 leads by 23.2
| Category · weight | 2025 Toyota Camryoverall 64.9 | 2025 Tesla Model 3overall 95 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 40.6 | 100 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 65.6 | 88.8 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 100 | 100 | |||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Overall | 64.9 | 95 | |||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 3 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Tesla Model 3
Toyota Camry: base trim LE FWD · Tesla Model 3: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available). Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2025 Tesla Model 3 wins
- It is rated 137 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $1,300).
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (122 against 173 filed with NHTSA).
What they share
- 5 seats.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
44 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,700 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Cylinder count | 4 | — |
| Engine displacement | 2,487 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder, alloy block with aluminum alloy head | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 184 hp | — |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 53 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 51 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 50 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.4 in | — |
| Overall height | 56.9 in | — |
| Overall length | 194 in | — |
| Overall width | 72.4 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.1 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 99.9 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38.3 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 37.6 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.1 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 38 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,450 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,450 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut suspension with stabilizer bar | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS): rack-and-pinion with electric power-assist | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.4 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | Electric Parking Brake | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 281 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | — |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | — |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | P205/65 R16 | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 13 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Toyota Safety Connect / Service Connect / Remote Connect / Drive Connect / Wi-Fi Connect | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 120 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.7 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.7 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
71 features · differences first, then sharedSafety19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | std | — |
| Auto High Beams | std | — |
| Backup camera with dynamic gridlines | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Child-protector rear door locks and power window lockout control | std | — |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage traction battery | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake with Brake Hold function | std | — |
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | std | — |
| Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist | std | — |
| Lane Tracing Assist | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) includes lower anchors on outboard rear seats and tether anchors on all rear seats | std | — |
| Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Proactive Driving Assist | std | — |
| Road Sign Assist | std | — |
| Safe Exit Alert | std | — |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® (SST) | std | — |
| Star Safety System™ — Traction Control | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | std | — |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | std | — |
Infotainment11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| 6-speaker audio system | std | — |
| 8-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with USB-A media port, hands-free phone capability and music streaming via Bluetooth® wireless technology, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest (POI) data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Five USB ports: one USB-A media port and two USB-C charging ports up front, with one USB-A and one USB-C charging port in the rear | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with charge indicator light | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app via your smartwatch. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance button, enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports. Subscription required after trial. 4G network dependent. | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility | std | — |
Convenience6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System with Smart Access on front doors and trunk, Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system and remote illuminated entry | opt | — |
| Multi-function key fob with remote entry system with lock, two-stage unlock, panic, Smart Access trunk function, Push Button Start with remote illuminated entry | std | — |
| One 12V auxiliary power outlet | std | — |
| Power door locks with shift-linked automatic locking feature with anti-lockout feature | std | — |
| Power windows with auto up/down, jam protection in all positions and retained-power features | std | — |
| Push Button Start | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control with air filter, humidity sensor and rear-seat vents | std | — |
Seating4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Heated front seats | opt | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with passenger-side seatback pocket; 6-way manual front driver's and passenger seat | std | — |
| 6-way manual passenger front seat | std | — |
| Fabric-trimmed front seats with seatback pockets; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with power lumbar support; 6-way manual passenger front seat | opt | — |
Interior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Leather-trimmed heated tilt/telescopic steering wheel | opt | — |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal garage door opener | opt | — |
| 7-in. Digital Gauge Cluster — with selectable gauge display screens and fuel economy, Driver Assist, vehicle/trip information and warning messages | std | — |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | std | — |
| Leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel | opt | — |
| Passenger-side illuminated glove compartment | std | — |
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | std | — |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front door and two rear bottle holders | std | — |
| Rearview mirror with manual day/night mode | std | — |
| Dual sun visors with sliding extensions and illuminated vanity mirrors | std | — |
| Overhead console with sunglasses storage | std | — |
Exterior19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt/slide moonroof | opt | — |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | std | — |
| 16-in. Silver-finished alloy wheels | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield | std | — |
| Black front side air curtains | std | — |
| Black horizontal bar front grille | std | — |
| Black rear lower diffuser | std | — |
| Black window trim | std | — |
| Chrome-finished rear "CAMRY" lettering | std | — |
| Color-keyed outside door handles | std | — |
| Color-keyed outside front door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | opt | — |
| LED combination taillights | std | — |
| LED combination taillights with bulb turn signal and reverse light | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | std | — |
| Roof-mounted shark-fin antenna | std | — |
| Washer-linked intermittent windshield wipers | std | — |
| Rear window defogger and outside mirror heater function with timer | std | — |
| Single hidden exhaust | std | — |
| Spare Tire/Wheel Temporary | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Camry
Safety Signal 64 D
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★★
Recalls 6 · 1 critical
Owner complaints 173 · 17 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (33), Structure (30), Electrical System (27)
Top recalls
- critical Hybrid Propulsion System 25V869000 · 55,405 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 26V511000 · 508,354 vehicles
- high Seat Belts 25V059000 · 40,922 vehicles
- moderate Back Over Prevention 25V744000 · 1,024,407 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V595000 · 591,377 vehicles
- minor Equipment 24V548000 · 33,848 vehicles
Tesla Model 3
Safety Signal 85 B
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 3
Owner complaints 122 · 26 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (37), Forward Collision Avoidance (35), Steering (26)
Top recalls
- high Electrical System 25V690000 · 12,963 vehicles
- moderate Electrical System 25V002000 · 239,382 vehicles
- minor Tires 24V935000 · 696,281 vehicles
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Toyota CamryLE FWD | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $28,700 (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | $28,700 – $36,425 8 trims | — |
| Powertrains | HEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Camry HEV FF LE | Model 3 Long Range RWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 51 | 137 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,300 | $550 |
| EV range | — | 363 mi |
| Basic warranty | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | — |
| Roadside assistance | 2 yr | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2025 Toyota Camry or the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 wins clearly, 95 to 64.9, on fuel & range, safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Tesla Model 3 scores 95 and the 2025 Toyota Camry 64.9. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2025 Toyota Camry or the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
2025 Toyota Camry: 5 NHTSA stars, grade D, 6 recalls. 2025 Tesla Model 3: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 3 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2025 Toyota Camry and the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
Where the 2025 Tesla Model 3 wins: it is rated 137 combined against 51 (EPA mpg or MPGe), costs $750 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $1,300), and has drawn fewer owner complaints (122 against 173 filed with NHTSA). What they share: 5 seats.