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Tesla Model 3

NOTE: Specs pending confirmation and data verification in progress for 2026.
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General

Brand: Tesla
Model: Model 3
Variant(s):
Trims: Standard | Premium | Performance
MSRP range:1 $37,000 - 55,000 USD
Parent: Tesla
Tech partner:
Market segment: Upper-Mass Market Performance
Origin: USA
Available: now

Body & Design

Body style: sedan
Body variant(s):
Seats: 5
Doors: 4
Door Type: Conventional
Roof type: Panoramic, Fixed tint
Roof shades: None
Headlights: Adaptive Matrix
Side mirrors: Optical

Performance

Range WLTP:2 km
Range EPA:2 272 - 341 mi
Top speed: 125 - 163 mph
Acceleration: 2.9 - 5.8 sec (0-60 mph)
Peak power: 295 - 625 HP / 210 - 466 kW
Peak torque: 308 - 547 ft/lbs
Drivetrain: RWD | AWD
Motors: 1 | 2
Torque vectoring:

Battery & Charging

Chemistry: NMC
Supplier: LG, Panasonic
Capacity:3 69 - 82 kWH
Battery voltage: 400 V
Peak charge rate:4 250 kW
Fast charge time (20-80%): 47 min
AC charge rate:4 11 kW
Plug & Charge yes
Heat Pump: yes
Preconditioning: yes
V2X:

Chassis & Dynamics

Steering type: Mechanical
4-wheel steering:
Suspension: Coil springs
Damping: Passive
Torque vectoring:

Platform & Software-defined

Platform: Tesla Gen 2 (Software-Centric)
E/E Architecture: Centralized
Voltage class: 400 V
OTA level: Full-Vehicle
Telemetry level: Continuous
Power electronics: SiC-based
ADAS platform: Tesla FSD (Software-Defined)
Inference compute: AI4/AI5
Vehicle OS Tesla OS
App: Tesla App

Cabin Displays

(Driver instruments & center screen assumed)

Head-up display:
Passenger screen:
Rear screen(s):
Ceiling/cinematic screen:

Seating & Comfort

Seat comfort (front): Heated + ventilated
Seat comfort (rear): None
Lay-flat seats: No
Captain's chairs:
Leather available: No
True vegan available: Yes

Cabin Experience

Audio system brand: None
Immersive sound: OEM spatial audio
Ambient Lighting: Dynamic
Shade control: Electrochromic glass
Filtration: HEPA
Fragrance system: None
Refrigerator: None

Cabin Intelligence & Security

Entry/Access: Online account
Voice interface: LLM voice assistant (Grok)
Cabin monitoring: Occupant classification
Driver monitoring: Camera+IR
Biometric zone: None
Biometric mode: None
Event recording: Interior + exterior

1 see EV Pricing: MSRP vs Real-World Cost
2 see EV Range: EPA vs WLTP vs CLTC and Top 10 Factors Impacting EV Range
3 see Battery Capacity: Gross vs Usable
4 see EV Charging: Speed, Rate, and Time


Fleet Readiness

The Tesla Model 3 demonstrate suitability for professional and fleet use based on charging behavior, uptime requirements, serviceability, and cost-per-mile considerations that determine whether fleets can scale reliably. See also Fleet Core 10.

Fleet Role Summary: Top global rideshare EV with highest real-world uptime.


Fleet Scores

Read the Fleet Scoring Framework.

Composite Fleet Readiness Score: = 91 / 100

FUS
88
Fleet Utility Score
TCO
91
Total Cost of Ownership
CCS
94
Charging Convenience Score
DAX
92
Driver Assistance Experience

FUS = 88 / 100 - Fleet Utility Score
Duty-cycle versatility, packaging, and real-world usefulness for fleet scenarios.

Low energy cost per mile
Minimal maintenance demands
Competitive pricing increases ROI
Stable long-term software durability

TCO = 91 / 100 - Total Cost of Ownership Score
Energy cost, maintenance expectations, uptime, and residual value assumptions.

Low energy cost per mile
Minimal maintenance demands
Competitive pricing increases ROI
Stable long-term software durability

CCS = 94 / 100 - Charging Convenience Score
Depot charging behavior, public network compatibility, and real-world turn-around speeds.

High peak charging with excellent curve
Native NACS enables seamless routing
11.5 kW AC strong for depot cycles
Thermal prep ensures predictable charging

DAX = 92 / 100 - Driver Assistance Experience Score
ADAS capability, stability, and driver workload reduction in fleet contexts.

Full OTA stability over years
ADAS stack highly refined
Fleet API supports deep integration
Driver fatigue reduced via smooth dynamics


Energy & Cost Context

Energy use assumption: 27 kWh / 100 miles in typical mixed urban duty cycles.
Depot energy cost assumption: $0.07 per kWh (off-peak commercial rate).
Estimated cost per full charge: ~ $5.60 (0-100% of usable capacity).

Telematics scope: Full (Tesla Fleet platform)