There's one name that springs immediately to mind for electric car leasing, and that's Tesla. The company whose ethos is sustainable energy and transport has led the 21st-century drive towards electric vehicles, and none has been more popular than the Tesla Model 3. This model is the best-selling EV in the world, with over a million sales to its credit.

Key highlights

The Model 3 pairs sports car styling with executive-level comfort. Outside, its gleaming body colour is matched on the bumpers, while safety is increased by LED lights and auto-dimming mirrors. Inside you'll find premium wood decor, along with heated seats and two-zone climate control. The front seats provide lumbar support, with 12 power levels of adjustment, and the interior lighting is enhanced by a tinted glass roof that has infrared and ultraviolet protection.

The Tesla Model 3 places great emphasis on safe design, combined with greater power and a faster acceleration rate. If you choose an optional performance upgrade, you'll get an all-wheel-drive vehicle governed by two independent engines. This offers maximum performance and can achieve speeds up to 162mph. 

Tesla also operates one of the world's largest networks of charging stations, so when you're leasing a Tesla electric car you'll never be caught out with a flat battery. You can also control and monitor your charging status with the Tesla app, and be notified when the recharging is completed. The car's large 15" touchscreen also gives you media and navigational access.

Performance & range

One of the great advantages of Tesla EVs is their energy efficiency, and the standard Model 3 is no exception. Its 305-mile driving range means you can go much further between charge points than the average EV – and 245 BHP means you can get there quite a bit faster. It's got the power of a sports car with the elegance of a luxury town car – and it’ll do 0-60mph in under 6 seconds.

Tech specs

• 0-62mph in 5.8 seconds
• 53 kWh battery
• BHP 245 engine power
• Maximum boot storage volume of 542 litres
• 5 spacious seats
• MMI navigation
• 15" touchscreen
• Tesla control app
• Media options and connectivity
• 8-year battery warranty
• 140 mph top speed

Similar models

Tesla offer several versions of the executive saloon car, including the five-door Model S. The Model 3 AWD upgrade is comparable with similar luxury EVs such as the Audi E-Tron GT or the Porsche Taycan.