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Tesla Model 3 (GEN1) specifications
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Last modified: Aug 11, 2026
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Sedan · RWD · 5 seats · 400V architecture
Range
WLTP (Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicles Test Procedure) is the European lab test used to rate range and consumption. Real-world range is usually lower.
495 km
WLTP
Battery
Usable (net) capacity is the energy actually available for driving. It is lower than the gross capacity, which keeps a protective buffer in reserve.
59 kWh
usable
DC charging
The highest DC fast-charging power the car can accept, in kW. It is only reached over part of the charging curve, not the whole session.
170 kW
max
0–100 km/h
6.1 s
Power
208 kW
283 hp
Efficiency
Energy used per 100 km. Lower is better — it means more range from the same battery.
11.9
kWh/100 km
Drivetrain
RWD
Tesla Model 3 (GEN1)
Performance & Drivetrain
Performance
Acceleration, top speed, and power specifications
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
| Peak power | 208 kW (283 hp / 279 bhp) |
| Electrical torque output | 420 Nm (310 lb-ft) |
| Top speed | 225 kph (140 mph) |
| 0-100km/h (0-62 mph) | 6.1 s |
Power & Torque
Peak power
208 kW (283 hp / 279 bhp)
Electrical torque output
420 Nm (310 lb-ft)
Speed & Acceleration
Top speed
225 kph (140 mph)
0-100km/h (0-62 mph)
6.1 s
Suspension
Spec
Value
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
140 mm (5.5")
140 mm (5.5")
Monotube
Monotube
Coil
Coil
DoubleWishbone
Suspension type rear
Multilink
Adaptive Features
Not available
Not available
Not available
Height Adjustment
Not available
Not available
Ground Clearance
140 mm (5.5")
140 mm (5.5")
Component Types
Monotube
Monotube
Coil
Coil
DoubleWishbone
Suspension type rear
Multilink
Battery, Range & Charging
Battery & Charging
Battery specifications and charging capabilities
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
|
60
kWh
|
|
|
59
kWh
|
|
|
170
kW
|
|
|
Number of modules
|
1 |
| 106s1p | |
|
340
V
|
|
|
Cathode Materials
|
LFP |
60
kWh
59
kWh
170
kW
Number of modules
1
106s1p
340
V
Cathode Materials
LFP
Chargeport
Charging port specifications by region
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
|
Chargeport placement
|
Left rear corner |
|
Type chargeport Europe
|
CCS2
|
|
Type chargeport North America
|
NACS
|
|
Type chargeport China
|
NACS
|
|
Type chargeport Japan
|
NACS
|
|
Type chargeport Oceania (Australia, New Zealand ++)
|
NACS
|
Chargeport placement
Left rear corner
Type chargeport Europe
CCS2
Type chargeport North America
NACS
Type chargeport China
NACS
Type chargeport Japan
NACS
Type chargeport Oceania (Australia, New Zealand ++)
NACS
Range & Consumption
Range estimates and energy consumption data
Below you see the official range info. Visit our extended range info for detailed real world range examples. Visit our Range Guide to see what affects range and how the official range values are measured.
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
|
Basic trim WLTP range
Learn more
|
495
km
|
|
Basic trim WLTP consumption
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|
11.9
kWh/100km
|
|
Basic trim WLTP consumption with charging loss
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|
14.4
kWh/100km
|
|
Top trim WLTP range
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|
491
km
|
|
Top trim WLTP consumption
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|
12.0
kWh/100km
|
|
Top trim WLTP consumption with charging loss
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|
14.4
kWh/100km
|
|
Basic trim EPA range
Learn more
|
272
mi
|
|
Basic trim EPA consumption
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|
4.6
mi/kWh
|
|
Top trim EPA range
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|
267
mi
|
|
Top trim EPA consumption
Learn more
|
4.5
mi/kWh
|
Dimensions, Cargo & Exterior
Dimensions
Spec
Value
Length
4694 mm (184.8")
Height
1443 mm (56.8")
Width excluding mirrors
1849 mm (72.8")
Width including mirrors
2088 mm (82.2")
Wheelbase
2875 mm (113.2")
Track width front
1580 mm (62.2")
Track width rear
1580 mm (62.2")
Drag coefficient
0.23
Frontal area
2.22 m²
Approach Angle
15
Departure Angle
14
Turning circle
11.6 meter (456.7")
Basic Dimensions
Length
4694 mm (184.8")
Height
1443 mm (56.8")
Width excluding mirrors
1849 mm (72.8")
Width including mirrors
2088 mm (82.2")
Wheelbase & Track
Wheelbase
2875 mm (113.2")
Track width front
1580 mm (62.2")
Track width rear
1580 mm (62.2")
Aerodynamics
Drag coefficient
0.23
Frontal area
2.22 m²
Clearance & Turning
Approach Angle
15
Departure Angle
14
Turning circle
11.6 meter (456.7")
Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability
Weight, cargo capacity and towing specifications
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
|
1760 kg (3880 lbs)
|
|
|
2149 kg (4738 lbs)
|
|
|
389 kg (858 lbs)
|
|
|
70 kg (154 lbs)
|
|
|
561 liter (20 cu-ft)
|
|
|
1234 liter (44 cu-ft)
|
|
|
88 liter (3 cu-ft)
|
|
|
1000 kg (2205 lbs)
|
|
|
750 kg (1653 lbs)
|
|
|
Maximum tow ball weight
|
55 kg (121 lbs)
|
Weight Specifications
1760 kg (3880 lbs)
2149 kg (4738 lbs)
389 kg (858 lbs)
70 kg (154 lbs)
Cargo Capacity
561 liter (20 cu-ft)
1234 liter (44 cu-ft)
88 liter (3 cu-ft)
Towing Capacity
1000 kg (2205 lbs)
750 kg (1653 lbs)
Maximum tow ball weight
55 kg (121 lbs)
Exterior
Spec
Value
Paint colors
Pearl White
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Metallic Silver
Red Multi-Coat
Paint colors
Pearl White
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Metallic Silver
Red Multi-Coat
Interior, Controls & Infotainment
Interior
Seating Configuration
This model is available with a seat configuration with five seats.
Front seats
Spec
Value
Driver and Passenger Seat
Seat depth adjustment
Standard electric feature
Seat height adjustment
Standard electric feature
Backrest angle adjustment
Standard electric feature
Seat cushion angle adjustment
Not Available
Memory
Standard feature
Standard feature
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Standard electric driver, not available passenger
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Category
Driver and Passenger Seat
Basic Adjustments
Seat depth adjustment
Standard electric feature
Seat height adjustment
Standard electric feature
Backrest angle adjustment
Standard electric feature
Memory
Standard feature
Advanced Adjustments
Seat cushion angle adjustment
Not Available
Height adjustable headrest
Standard feature
Length adjustable headrest
Not Available
Adjustable thigh support
Not Available
Backrest side bolster adjustment
Not Available
Seat cushion side bolster adjustment
Not Available
Comfort Features
Footrest passenger
Not Available
Leg support passenger
Not Available
Electric lumbar adjustment
Standard electric driver, not available passenger
Seat ventilation
Not Available
Massage function
Not Available
Second row seats
Spec
Value
Three-seat bench
Seat depth adjustment
Not Available
Seat height adjustment
Not Available
Backrest angle adjustment
Not Available
Seat cushion angle adjustment
Not Available
Memory
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Category
Seat type
Three-seat bench
Basic Adjustments
Seat depth adjustment
Not Available
Seat height adjustment
Not Available
Backrest angle adjustment
Not Available
Memory
Not Available
Advanced Adjustments
Seat cushion angle adjustment
Not Available
Height adjustable headrest
Not Available
Length adjustable headrest
Not Available
Adjustable thigh support
Not Available
Backrest side bolster adjustment
Not Available
Seat cushion side bolster adjustment
Not Available
Comfort Features
Footrest passenger
Not Available
Leg support passenger
Not Available
Electric lumbar adjustment
Not Available
Seat ventilation
Not Available
Massage function
Not Available
UI and controls
User interface and control specifications
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
| Head-up display | Not available |
| Voice control | Yes, standard equipment |
| Gesture control | |
| Android Auto support | Not available |
| Apple CarPlay support | Not available |
| In-car navigation | Yes, standard equipment |
| Available screen layouts | 1 |
Interface Controls
Head-up display
Not available
Voice control
Yes, standard equipment
Gesture control
Available screen layouts
1
Smartphone Integration
Not available
Not available
Yes, standard equipment
Infotainment
Spec
Value
Number of speakers
7
Total effect
560 W
Audio System
Number of speakers
7
Total effect
560 W
Driver Assistance
Driver Assistance
Advanced safety and driving assistance features
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Yes, optional equipment | |
| Not available | |
| Not available | |
|
Hill descent assist
|
Not available |
|
Hill start assist
|
Not available |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
|
Traction control
|
Yes, standard equipment |
|
Left turn crash avoidance
|
Not available |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
|
Temperature warning
|
Yes, standard equipment |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Not available | |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Yes, standard equipment | |
| Not available |
Yes, standard equipment
Yes, standard equipment
Yes, standard equipment
Yes, optional equipment
Not available
Sensors & Cameras
Vehicle sensors and camera systems
|
Spec
|
Value
|
|---|---|
| N/A | |
|
|
| N/A | |
| N/A | |
|
ADAS processors
|
|
Top center windshield
Top center windshield
Top center windshield
Left front side
Right front side
Left B-pillar
Right B-pillar
Rear center
N/A
N/A
Tesla FSD Computer (HW3.0)
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