Tesla Model 3 Premum Rear-Wheel Drive specs and price
Available 2023 - CurrentFBT exempt
The Tesla Model 3 Premum Rear-Wheel Drive is a rear-drive SEDAN priced from $54,900 RRP, with a 60.5kWh LFP battery and 520km of WLTP range (an estimated 501km in mixed real-world driving).
Price$54,900RRP before on-road costs
- 520 km
- Range (WLTP)
- 60.5 kWh
- Battery
- 200 kW
- DC Fast Charge
- 6.1 s
- 0–100 km/h
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Key Specs
- Price: The Tesla Model 3 Premum Rear-Wheel Drive costs $54,900 RRP before on-road costs in Australia.
- Range: 520km WLTP, or an estimated 501km in mixed real-world driving.
- Battery: 60.5kWh LFP (57.5kWh usable).
- Charging: Up to 200kW DC (10-80% in 25 minutes) and 11kW AC (0-100% in 6 hrs 15 mins).
- 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds.
- Ground clearance: 138mm.
- Towing: 1,000kg braked, 750kg unbraked.
- Weight: 1,850kg kerb weight.
- Boot space: 561L, or 651L with the seats folded; 88L frunk.
- V2L / V2H / V2G: No V2L; V2H no; V2G no.
Tesla Model 3 Premum Rear-Wheel Drive on a novated lease: see your weekly costFBT exempt
About the Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is a midsize sedan known for its sleek design, impressive performance, and cutting-edge technology. The rear-wheel-drive variant offers a balanced combination of efficiency and power, providing an engaging driving experience with a range of tech features like Autopilot, a minimalistic interior, and a high-quality infotainment system. This model is popular among tech enthusiasts and those seeking a dynamic yet environmentally friendly driving experience.
Battery and Charging
How EV charging works| Battery size (capacity)* | 60.5 kWh |
|---|---|
| Battery size (useable)* | 57.5 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 15 mins |
| Fast charge power (max) – DC | 200 kW |
| Fast charge power (avg) – DC | 89.3 kW |
| Fast charge time (10-80%) – DC | 25 minutes |
Cost to fully charge at home: about $19 (57.5kWh at 33c/kWh, estimated)
Charge a 57.5kWh battery at home in 6 hrs 15 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) | 520 km | 111 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Combined)* | 501 km | 115 Wh/km |
| Real-world (City)* | 529 km | 109 Wh/km |
| Real-world (Highway)* | 452 km | 128 Wh/km |
Running cost: about $3.79 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
194 kW
Power
340 Nm
Torque
Rear
Drive type
BEV
Fuel
Body and Chassis
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4720mm x 1849mm x 1441mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 138 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1,850 kg |
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Turning Circle | 11.6 m |
| Boot Capacity (std/max) | 561 L / 651 L |
|---|---|
| Frunk Capacity | 88 L |
| Towing capacity (unbraked/braked) | 750 kg / 1,000 kg |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Platform | Tesla 3/Y |
| Segment | SEDAN |
Compare Model 3 variants
| Variant | Price | Range (WLTP) | Battery | 0–100 km/h | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premum Rear-Wheel DriveThis page | $54,900 | 520 km | 60.5 kWh | 6.1 s | Rear |
| Long Range AWD | $64,900 | 629 km | 82 kWh | 4.4 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
$54,900 RRP before on-road costs.
An estimated 501km in mixed real-world driving, against 520km on the WLTP test.
About 6 hrs 15 mins from empty on an 11kW home wallbox, or about 25 minutes from 10-80% on a DC fast charger.
About $19 for a full charge at home at 33c/kWh (57.5kWh battery, estimated). Charging cost calculator
Yes. At $54,900 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 Long Range AWD is priced at $64,900, $10,000 more. It has 629km WLTP range vs 520km, a 82kWh battery vs 60.5kWh, 0-100 in 4.4s vs 6.1s. Compare all Model 3 variants
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