Tesla Model 3 'Highland' Tops Fast Charging Performance Tests

by TTAC Staff

Published: May 9th, 2024

tesla model 3 highland tops fast charging performance tests

Tesla's Model 3 'Highland' edition has set a new standard in electric vehicle (EV) fast charging, according to the latest results from AMCI Testing. This evaluation focused on the fast-charging capabilities of various electric vehicles, assessing how many miles of range can be added within a six-minute charging period, akin to a typical gas station stop.

Superior Charging Speed and Efficiency

In these tests, the 2024 Tesla Model 3 'Highland' substantially outperformed other vehicles, nearly doubling the miles added in the same time frame compared to its closest competitor. This demonstrates Tesla’s advantage in effectively integrating their vehicles with the charging infrastructure, notably through its Supercharger network. The 'Highland' model achieved a rapid charging pace, reaching a rate of 174 kW within just the first minute of connection.

Current Fast Charging Leaderboard

The AMCI Testing leaderboard for MP6 results is as follows:

1st place: Tesla Model 3 RWD - 60.5 MP6
2nd place: Toyota bZ4X - 35.0 MP6
3rd place: Ford Mustang Mach-E - 32.5 MP6
4th place: Mercedes-Benz EQE - 31.5 MP6
5th place: Hyundai IONIQ 5 - 28.0 MP6
6th place: Kia EV6 GT-Line RWD - 23.0 MP6
7th place: Ford F-150 Lightning - 22.0 MP6
8th place: Rivian R1S - 20.5 MP6

Implications for the EV Market

These results highlight Tesla's technological edge in charging, suggesting that Tesla's approach could set a benchmark for the industry. As all electric vehicles now can utilize the same charging infrastructure, the ease of use and performance of Tesla’s technology could influence future standards in EV charging.

Future Testing and Comparative Analysis

Further testing is planned on different charging networks to explore the consistency of the Tesla Model 3 'Highland' performance compared to other brands. This will provide deeper insights into the comparative advantages of Tesla's integrated vehicle and charger technologies across diverse infrastructures.

This article was co-written using AI and was then heavily edited and optimized by our editorial team.

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