Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive specs and price
Available 2021 - 2023DiscontinuedFBT exempt
The Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive is a rear-drive medium car priced from $57,400 RRP, with a 60kWh LFP battery and 491km of WLTP range (an estimated 473km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$57,400RRP before on-road costs
- 491 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 60 kWh
- Battery
- 170 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 6.1 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive
(2026 - Present)
Key Specs
- Price: The Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive costs $57,400 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 491km WLTP, or an estimated 473km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 60kWh LFP (57kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 170kW DC (10-80% in 23 minutes) and 11kW AC (0-100% in 6 hrs).
- 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 138mm.
- Towing: 1,000kg braked, 750kg unbraked.
- Weight: 1,835kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 977L; 88L frunk.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: No V2L; V2H no; V2G no.
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About the Model 3
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.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity)* | 60 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable)* | 57 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP |
| 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 | 6 hrs |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 170 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 97 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 23 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $19 (57kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
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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) | 491 km | 116 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 473 km | 120 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 499 km | 114 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 427 km | 133 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $3.96 per 100km charging at home (estimated combined consumption at 33c/kWh)
*Estimated
A full charge costs about $19 on a standard tariff. Compare EV plans to cut it.
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
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4694mm x 1849mm x 1443mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 138 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,835 kg |
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Turning Circle | 12 m |
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 977 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 | Medium Car |
Compare Model 3 variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear-Wheel DriveThis page | $57,400 | 491 km | 60 kWh | 6.1 s | Rear |
| Long Range | $70,400 | 614 km | 82 kWh | 4.4 s | AWD |
| Performance | $80,900 | 528 km | 78.1 kWh | 3.1 s | AWD |
Warranty and Servicing
Car warranty
4 years / 80,000 km
Battery warranty
8 years / 160,000 km
Regular service intervals
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Frequently Asked Questions
$57,400 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 473km in mixed real-world driving, against 491km on the WLTP test.
About 6 hrs from empty on an 11kW home wallbox, or about 23 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $19 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (57kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $57,400 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 Long Range is priced at $70,400, $13,000 more. It has 614km WLTP range vs 491km, a 82kWh battery vs 60kWh, 0-100 in 4.4s vs 6.1s. Compare all Model 3 variants
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