Giulia vs Model 3
Different logos, same mission. The Giulia and the Model 3 both want to be your next car. Surprisingly little separates them. A handful of specs move the needle; the rest are rounding errors.
At a glance
- Space & Practicality Tie
- Off-road & Towing Tie
- Safety & Tech Model 3 wins
Key Differences
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The Model 3 has a bigger 15.4 in touchscreen
It’s a lopsided result (15.4 in for the Model 3, 8.8 in for the Giulia) and one of the main reasons to choose between them. A bigger touchscreen makes maps and phone mirroring easier to read at a glance.
Design & Size
- Giulia 182.6 in × 73.7 in × 56.5 in
- Model 3 185.8 in × 72.8 in × 56.7 in
Size is a tie. Anywhere the Giulia fits, the Model 3 should fit too, and vice versa.
Dimensions
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 182.6 in | 185.8 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | 73.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 113.2 in |
Engine & Performance
Here the spec sheet speaks in model names and types. Compare the Giulia and the Model 3 row by row in the table below.
Space & Practicality
Too close to call
This is a tie in all but name. On space & practicality, both deliver about the same. For space & practicality, pick whichever you prefer for other reasons.
Off-road & Towing
Too close to call
The off-road & towing specs are close enough that neither gets the point. Treat off-road & towing as common ground and look elsewhere for the deciding factor.
Safety & Tech
Model 3 leads
If you’re keeping score, the safety & tech point goes narrowly to the Model 3. The Model 3 makes its case with a bigger 15.4 in touchscreen. Screen size isn’t everything (physical controls and software speed matter too), but bigger is easier to read. For safety & tech, the Model 3 is the one to beat.
Largest touchscreen
Giulia: 8.8 in Model 3: 15.4 in The Model 3’s larger display gives navigation and menus more room.
Full Specifications
Engine & Performance
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gas | Battery electric |
| Engine | 2.0L turbo I4 | Single rear electric motor |
| Total system output | 280 hp | N/A (not specified) |
| Torque | 306 lb-ft | N/A (not specified) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | Single-speed direct drive |
| Drivetrain | AWD (Q4) | RWD (AWD available) |
Fuel Economy & Range
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Electric range | N/A (not specified) | 321 mi Longest electric range |
Space & Practicality
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo (behind rear seats) | 13.4 cu ft | N/A (not specified) |
Off-road & Towing
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| AWD / 4WD available | Yes | Yes |
Safety & Tech
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Largest touchscreen | 8.8 in Smallest touchscreen | 15.4 in (winner) Biggest touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto | Not available (Tesla software; no Apple CarPlay / Android Auto) |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
Dimensions
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 182.6 in | 185.8 in |
| Width (no mirrors) | 73.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in | 113.2 in |
Price
| Spec | Giulia | Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | N/A (not specified) | $36,990 |
“N/A” means the manufacturer does not specify the value or we could not confirm it. Figures marked “manufacturer rating” are the maker’s own claims, not our measurements.
Which One Should You Buy?
Choose the Model 3 if…
- you want the bigger touchscreen (15.4 in vs 8.8 in)
- you’re comfortable with how Tesla does things
Also Compared
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Giulia or the Model 3?
Neither wins outright. Choose the Giulia if the things a spec sheet can’t capture matters most, or the Model 3 if safety & tech does.
Which is larger, the Giulia or the Model 3?
Neither by much. The Giulia and the Model 3 have nearly identical dimensions.
Executive Summary
Honestly, the Giulia versus the Model 3 is one of those matchups where your priorities matter more than the logo. The Model 3 does have a strong card to play: a bigger 15.4 in touchscreen.
In my head, the Giulia is the the things a spec sheet can’t capture pick and the Model 3 is the safety & tech pick.
My pick: I can’t crown one. The Giulia wins on the things a spec sheet can’t capture, the Model 3 on safety & tech, and your habits decide.
Personal opinion based on the data above. Your priorities may differ.