Tesla Model 3 Performance specs and price
Available 2021 - 2024DiscontinuedFBT exempt
The Tesla Model 3 Performance is an all-wheel-drive SEDAN priced from $80,900 RRP, with a 78.1kWh NMC battery and 528km of WLTP range (an estimated 509km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$80,900RRP before on-road costs
- 528 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 78.1 kWh
- Battery
- 250 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 3.1 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Tesla Model 3 Performance
Key Specs
- Price: The Tesla Model 3 Performance costs $80,900 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 528km WLTP, or an estimated 509km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 78.1kWh NMC (75kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 250kW DC (10-80% in 27 minutes) and 11kW AC (0-100% in 7 hrs 54 mins).
- 0-100 km/h: 3.1 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 128mm.
- Towing: 1,000kg braked, 750kg unbraked.
- Weight: 1,851kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 594L, or 977L with the seats folded; 88L frunk.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: No V2L; V2H no; V2G no.
Tesla Model 3 Performance on a novated lease: see your weekly costFBT exempt
About the Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 Performance is the top-tier version of the popular electric sedan, offering supercar-level acceleration and track-ready handling. It is designed for driving enthusiasts who crave maximum performance and access to Tesla's extensive Supercharger network for convenient long-distance travel.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity) | 78.1 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable) | 75 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC |
| Charge port type (AC / DC) | Type 2 / CCS |
| Charge port location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge power (max) – AC | 11 kW |
| Charge time (0-100%) – AC | 7 hrs 54 mins |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 250 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 200 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 27 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $25 (75kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
Charge a 75kWh battery at home in 7 hrs 54 mins.
Bidirectional Charging (V2X)
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No |
|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | No |
Range and Efficiency
| Test | Range | Consumption |
|---|---|---|
| WLTP (Combined) | 528 km | 142 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 509 km | 147 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 537 km | 140 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 459 km | 163 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $4.85 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $25 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
Performance
3.1 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
262 km/h
Top speed
461 kW
Power
660 Nm
Torque
AWD
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4720mm x 1850mm x 1441mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 128 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,851 kg |
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Turning Circle | 11.8 m |
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 594 L / 977 L |
|---|---|
| Frunk Capacity | 88 L |
| Towing capacity (unbraked/braked) | 750 kg / 1,000 kg |
| EV Dedicated Platform | Yes |
| Platform | Tesla 3/Y |
| Segment | SEDAN |
Compare Model 3 variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear-Wheel Drive | $57,400 | 491 km | 60 kWh | 6.1 s | Rear |
| Long Range | $70,400 | 614 km | 82 kWh | 4.4 s | AWD |
| PerformanceThis page | $80,900 | 528 km | 78.1 kWh | 3.1 s | AWD |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
4 years / Unlimited km
Battery warranty
8 years / 192,000 km
Regular service intervals
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Frequently Asked Questions
$80,900 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 509km in mixed real-world driving, against 528km on the WLTP test.
About 7 hrs 54 mins from empty on an 11kW home wallbox, or about 27 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $25 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (75kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $80,900 it is under the $91,387 LCT threshold for fuel-efficient cars, so it qualifies for the FBT exemption on a novated lease. See your weekly cost
The Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive is priced at $57,400, $23,500 less. It has 491km WLTP range vs 528km, a 60kWh battery vs 78.1kWh, 0-100 in 6.1s vs 3.1s. Compare all Model 3 variants
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