The Tesla Model 3 RWD is the entry-level version of the popular electric sedan, offering a compelling combination of minimalist design, advanced technology, and access to Tesla's Supercharger network. As the most affordable model, its rear-wheel-drive setup is optimized for efficiency, making it an excellent choice for first-time EV buyers and those seeking a premium daily driver.

Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive

Price: $57,400

FBT Exempt

Discontinued (Available from 2021 to 2023)

SedanBody style
5ANCAP rating
5Seats
RearDrive type
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Variants

Rear-Wheel Drive

$57,400

Current

Long Range

$70,400

$13,000 more

Performance

$80,900

$23,500 more

The Tesla Model 3 RWD is the entry-level version of the popular electric sedan, offering a compelling combination of minimalist design, advanced technology, and access to Tesla's Supercharger network. As the most affordable model, its rear-wheel-drive setup is optimized for efficiency, making it an excellent choice for first-time EV buyers and those seeking a premium daily driver.

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Key EV Specs

60kWh

Battery Size (capacity)

491 km

Range (WLTP)

116 Wh/km

Efficiency

6.1 s

Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)

11 kW AC / 170 kW DC

Charge Power (max)

Battery and Charging

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Onboard Charger (AC)
Battery size (capacity)*60 kWh
Battery Size (useable)*57 kWh
Battery ChemistryLFP
Charge Port TypeType 2
Charge Port LocationLeft Side - Rear
Charge Power (max)11 kW
Charge Speed57 km/h
Charge Time (0-100%)6 hrs
* = estimated value

Bidirectional Charging (V2X)

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)No
Max Power Output-
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)No
Max Power Output-
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)No
Max Power Output-

Range and Efficiency
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RangeConsumption
WLTP (Combined)491 km116 Wh/km
Real-world (Combined) *442 km129 Wh/km
Real-world (City) *528 km108 Wh/km
Real-world (Highway) *393 km145 Wh/km
* = estimated value

Performance

6.1 s

Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)

225 km/h

Top speed

208 kW

Power

420 Nm

Torque

Rear

Drive type

BEV

Fuel

Body and Chassis

Seats5
Dimensions4694mm x 1849mm x 1443mm
Wheelbase2875 mm
Ground Clearance138 mm
Kerb Weight1835 kg
Body StyleSedan
Turning Circle12 m
Boot Capacity (std/max)977 L / 977 L
Frunk Capacity88 L
Towing capacity (unbraked/breaked)750 kg / 1000 kg
EV Dedicated PlatformYes
PlatformTesla 3/Y
SegmentMedium Car
Seats5
Dimensions4694mm x 1849mm x 1443mm
Wheelbase2875 mm
Ground Clearance138 mm
Kerb Weight1835 kg
Body StyleSedan
Turning Circle12 m
Boot Capacity (std/max)977 L / 977 L
Frunk Capacity88 L
Towing capacity (unbraked/breaked)750 kg / 1000 kg
EV Dedicated PlatformYes
PlatformTesla 3/Y
SegmentMedium Car

Compare Variants

Rear-Wheel DriveLong RangePerformance
Price$57,400$70,400$80,900

Battery Size

(useable)

57 kWh75 kWh75 kWh

Range

(WLTP)

491 km614 km528 km

Efficiency

(WLTP)

116 Wh/km122 Wh/km142 Wh/km

Acceleration

(0-100 km/hr)

6.1 s4.4 s3.1 s
Power208 kW340 kW461 kW
Torque420 Nm493 Nm660 Nm
DriveRearAWDAWD
Rear-Wheel DriveLong RangePerformance
Price$57,400$70,400$80,900
Battery Size (useable)57 kWh75 kWh75 kWh
Range (WLTP)491 km614 km528 km
Efficiency (WLTP)116 Wh/km122 Wh/km142 Wh/km
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)6.1 s4.4 s3.1 s
Power208 kW340 kW461 kW
Torque420 Nm493 Nm660 Nm
DriveRearAWDAWD

Warranty and Servicing

Car warranty

4 years / 80,000 km

Battery warranty

8 years / 160,000 km

Regular service intervals

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