Cadillac CT4 vs Tesla Model 3
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Tesla Model 3
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac CT4Luxury | Tesla Model 3Sedan (electric DD) |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Luxury | Sedan (electric DD) |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac CT4Luxury | Tesla Model 3Sedan (electric DD) |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,600 (best) | $36,990 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $17,121 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $28,372 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $39,622 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 2 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac CT4Luxury | Tesla Model 3Sedan (electric DD) |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 139 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 321 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 12.1 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac CT4Luxury | Tesla Model 3Sedan (electric DD) |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 237 hp (best) | — |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac CT4Luxury | Tesla Model 3Sedan (electric DD) |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 10.7 cu ft | 24.1 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,422 lbs (best) | 3,759 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 109 in | 113.2 in (best) |
| Length | 187.2 in (best) | 185.8 in |
| Width | 71.4 in | 72.8 in (best) |
| Height | 56 in | 56.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac CT4Luxury | Tesla Model 3Sedan (electric DD) |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Cadillac CT4 | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury $35,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sedan (electric DD) $36,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Luxury $39,900 MSRP | Premium $42,490 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport $43,800 MSRP | Premium $47,490 MSRP |
| 4 | V $50,000 MSRP | Performance $54,990 MSRP |
| 5 | V Blackwing $62,700 MSRP | — |
