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2026 Tesla Model 3

Model 3 Standard RWD

Tesla Model 3
Starting Price $38,630
Range (est.) 321 mi
Acceleration N/A
Year 2026
Charging & Battery

Connector Types

NACS / SAE J3400

Peak DC Fast Charge

225 kW

Battery Capacity

Lithium Ion

Charge Time

EPA 240V charge time varies by configuration.

Charging time and rate vary based on charger type, battery temperature, and state of charge.

Quick Verdict

Pros

  • Strong range for a compact sedan.
  • Excellent Supercharger access.
  • Quick Performance trim available.
  • Efficient daily driver.

Cons

  • Minimalist controls are not for everyone.
  • Rear seat space is modest.
  • Fastest charging trails 800V rivals.
Features

Safety Features

  • Lane Centering Assist
  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • City Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assistance
  • Lane Depature Warning
  • High-Speed Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Automatic High Beams
  • Blindspot Warning/Alert
  • Rear Automatic Emergency Braking

Interior Features

  • Leather Seats
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Heated Seats
  • Seats up to 5 Passengers
  • USB Outlets
  • Wireless Charging

Exterior Features

  • Keyless Entry

Compare Model 3 trims

Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3
Model 3 Performance AWD
Price $56,630
Range 314 mi
Drive All-Wheel Drive
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Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3
Model 3 Standard RWD
Price $38,630
Range 321 mi
Drive Rear-Wheel Drive
Best value Great commuter
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Best Overall
Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3
Model 3 Premium RWD
Price $44,130
Range 363 mi
Drive Rear-Wheel Drive
Longest range Great commuter
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Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3
Model 3 Premium AWD
Price $49,130
Range 346 mi
Drive All-Wheel Drive
View Details
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Tesla Model 3 edges ahead on lower starting price ($44,130 vs $56,630) and longer range (363 mi vs 346 mi).

Key Differences

Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Performance AWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Standard RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium AWD
Starting price
$56,630
$38,630 ✓
$44,130
$49,130
Range
314 mi
321 mi
363 mi ✓
346 mi
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive
Base Price
56630.00
38630.00
44130.00
49130.00
Range
314
321
363
346
Drive Train
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive
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Full specifications

Overview

Feature
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Performance AWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Standard RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium AWD
Base Price
56630.00
38630.00
44130.00
49130.00
Range
314
321
363
346
Drive Train
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Interior

Feature
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Performance AWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Standard RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium AWD
Seat Material
Leather
Leather
Leather
Leather
Seating Capacity
5
5
5
5

Exterior

Feature
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Performance AWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Standard RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium AWD
Keyless Entry
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

Safety Features

Feature
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Performance AWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Standard RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium RWD
Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Premium AWD
Lane Centering Assist
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes

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