Head-to-head
2025 Tesla Model 3 vs 2025 Toyota Crown
The Tesla Model 3 wins clearly, 84.4 to 73.1, on fuel & range. The Toyota Crown is ahead on 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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The 2025 Toyota Crown is sold in the U.S. as a hybrid midsize sedan with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Crown AWD, is EPA-rated at …
Verdict · default weights
2025 Tesla Model 3
Clear winThe Tesla Model 3 wins clearly, 84.4 to 73.1, on fuel & range. The Toyota Crown is ahead on safety.
Fuel & range 2025 Tesla Model 3 leads by 67.8
Safety 2025 Toyota Crown leads by 25.5
| Category · weight | 2025 Toyota Crownoverall 73.1 | 2025 Tesla Model 3overall 84.4 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 32.2 | 100 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 90.3 | 64.8 | |||||||||
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 | 73.1 | 84.4 | |||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 3 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Tesla Model 3
Toyota Crown: base trim XLE AWD · 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 41 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It costs $1,100 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $1,650).
Where the 2025 Toyota Crown answers
- It has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 124 filed with NHTSA).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 87 against 85).
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
46 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $41,440 | — |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | — |
| Cylinder count | 4 | — |
| Engine displacement | 2,487 cc | — |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5-liter Dynamic Force 4-cylinder | — |
| Fuel injection system | D-4S | — |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 184 hp | — |
| Torque | 163 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 42 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 41 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 41 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission type | Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (ECVT) | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 5.8 in | — |
| Overall height | 60.6 in | — |
| Overall length | 196 in | — |
| Overall width | 72.4 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.2 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 38.2 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 37.5 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 42.1 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 38.9 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3,980 lbs | — |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3,980 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5,020 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Independent MacPherson strut with stabilizer bar | — |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link with stabilizer bar | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering (EPS) rack parallel-type | — |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38 ft | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 328 mm | — |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | — |
| Parking brake type | epb | — |
| Rear brake diameter | 318 mm | — |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | — |
| Wheel material | forged alloy | — |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 225/55R19 | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.5 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Toyota Connected Services | — |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 12 months | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 120 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 57.1 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 55.1 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 sharedSafety30 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control | std | — |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | std | — |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | std | — |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | std | — |
| Safe Exit Assist | std | — |
| 3-point seatbelts for all seating positions; driver's-side Emergency Locking Retractor and Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor on all passenger seatbelts | std | — |
| 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 | — |
| Collision sensors: deactivate high-voltage battery | std | — |
| Driver and front passenger Whiplash-Injury-Lessening seats | std | — |
| Eight airbags — includes driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System, driver and front passenger seat-mounted side airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, and front and rear curtain shield airbags | std | — |
| Electric Parking Brake with Brake Hold function | std | — |
| Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column | std | — |
| Front and rear energy-absorbing crumple zones | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist 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 | — |
| Rear-Seat Reminder | std | — |
| Road Sign Assist | std | — |
| Side-impact door beams | std | — |
| Star Safety System™ — includes Vehicle Stability Control, Traction Control, Anti-lock Brake System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist and Smart Stop Technology® | std | — |
| Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 | std | — |
| Vehicle Proximity Notification System | std | — |
| Anti-theft system with alarm and engine immobilizer | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitor System with direct pressure readout and individual tire location alert | std | — |
Infotainment8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia, six speakers, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® with 3-month trial subscription. (XLE) / 12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia with 11-speaker JBL® Premium Audio including subwoofer and amplifier, with wireless Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. (Limited/Nightshade/Platinum) | std | — |
| Drive Connect — includes Cloud Navigation with Google Points of Interest data, Intelligent Assistant with Hey, Toyota, and Destination Assist (1-year trial subscription) | std | — |
| Four USB-C charge ports — two front/two rear | std | — |
| Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging with full-charge indicator light | std | — |
| Remote Connect — remotely interact with your vehicle through the Toyota app (1-year trial subscription) | std | — |
| Safety Connect® — includes Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance, Automatic Collision Notification and Stolen Vehicle Locator (up to 10-year trial subscription) | std | — |
| Service Connect — receive personalized maintenance updates and vehicle health reports (up to 10-year trial subscription) | std | — |
| Wi-Fi Connect — includes AT&T Wi-Fi hotspot and Integrated Streaming (Apple Music® and Amazon Music) compatibility (up to 30-day/3 GB trial subscription) | std | — |
Convenience3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Key System on all doors and trunk with Push Button Start, remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, panic functions and remote illuminated entry | std | — |
| One 12V/120W auxiliary power outlet in front console | std | — |
| Power window with auto up/down and jam protection | std | — |
Climate1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Dual zone automatic climate control system with dust and pollen filter, and rear-seat vents | std | — |
Seating5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with adjustable headrest, and center armrest with cup holders | std | — |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | std | — |
| Heated and ventilated front seats | std | — |
| Heated rear seats | std | — |
| 60/40 split fold-down rear seats with adjustable headrest, and center armrest with cup holders | std | — |
Interior11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Heated, leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel, with audio, infotainment and driver-assist controls | std | — |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver | std | — |
| 12.3-in. digital gauge cluster with selectable gauges | std | — |
| Covered center console, armrest and storage | std | — |
| Heated, leather-trimmed tilt/telescopic steering wheel, with audio, infotainment and driver-assist controls | std | — |
| Leather-trimmed shift knob | std | — |
| LED front and rear reading lights and cargo area light | std | — |
| Overhead console with maplights and Safety Connect® button | std | — |
| Two front and two rear cup holders; two front-door and one rear bottle holder | std | — |
| Dual extendable sun visors and illuminated vanity mirrors | std | — |
| Dual extendable sun visors and illuminated vanity mirrors | std | — |
Exterior12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, puddle lights and power-folding feature | std | — |
| 19-in. multi-spoke machined-finish two-tone alloy wheels | std | — |
| Acoustic noise-reducing windshield and driver and front passenger side windows | std | — |
| Bi-LED projector low- and high-beam headlights, Automatic High Beams and auto on/off | std | — |
| Color-keyed outside door handles with touch-sensor lock/unlock feature | std | — |
| Heated power outside mirrors with turn signal and blind spot warning indicators, puddle lights and power-folding feature | std | — |
| High Solar Energy-Absorbing glass | std | — |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | std | — |
| LED taillights and stop lights | std | — |
| Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wiper | std | — |
| Rear window defogger | std | — |
| Spare Tire/Wheel - Temporary | std | — |
Powertrain1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Toyota CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive (HYBRID) / Full-Time Electronic All-Wheel Drive (HYBRID MAX) | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPToyota Crown
Safety Signal 87 B
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 3
Owner complaints 5 · 1 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Engine (3), Power Train (2), Forward Collision Avoidance (1)
Top recalls
- 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 124 · 27 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Unspecified (37), Forward Collision Avoidance (35), Steering (27)
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 CrownXLE AWD | Tesla Model 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $41,440 (base trim) | — |
| Price range across trims | $41,440 – $54,990 4 trims | — |
| Powertrains | HEV | BEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Crown AWD | Model 3 Long Range RWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 41 | 137 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1,650 | $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 Crown or the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 wins clearly, 84.4 to 73.1, on fuel & range. The Toyota Crown is ahead on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2025 Tesla Model 3 scores 84.4 and the 2025 Toyota Crown 73.1. 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 Crown or the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
2025 Toyota Crown: 5 NHTSA stars, grade B, 3 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 Crown and the 2025 Tesla Model 3?
Where the 2025 Tesla Model 3 wins: it is rated 137 combined against 41 (EPA mpg or MPGe) and costs $1,100 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($550 against $1,650). Where the 2025 Toyota Crown answers: it has drawn fewer owner complaints (5 against 124 filed with NHTSA) and has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 87 against 85). What they share: 5 seats.