Tesla Model 3 Performance Charging Guide: Time, Speed, Power
Price: $80,900
Available since 2024
Key EV Specs
78.1kWh
Battery Size (capacity)
528 km
Range (WLTP)
142 Wh/km
Efficiency
3.1 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
11 kW AC / 250 kW DC
Charge Power (max)
Tesla Model 3 Performance Charging Overview and Charging Specs
The Tesla Model 3 Performance is equipped with a 78.1 kWh battery and supports both AC and DC charging. With the right setup, you can charge conveniently at home or use public charging stations for faster top-ups. This guide covers charging times, costs, plug types, and tips to maximise efficiency. The Model 3 Performance uses a Type 2 plug for AC charging and a CCS connector for DC fast charging, both standard in Australia.
| Battery size (capacity) | 78.1 kWh |
| Battery Size (useable) | 75 kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | NMC |
| Charge Port Type | Type 2 |
| Charge Port Location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 11 kW |
| Charge Speed | 70 km/h |
| Charge Time (0-100%) | 7 hrs 54 mins |
Tesla Model 3 Performance Charging Times and Speeds
The Tesla Model 3 Performance has a charging limit of 11 kW AC. This means that a three-phase 22kW AC charger will only supply power at 11 kW AC. If you are using a 7.2 kW AC charger, power will be limited to 7.2 kW AC. The table below provides charging times across different charger types.
Use our EV charging calculator if you want to customise your charge level and speed.
Charging Station Comparison
| Charger Type | Power Output (Average) | 0–100% Time | 10–80% Time | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home AC (7kW) | 7 kW | 11.7 hr | - | 49 km/h |
| Public AC (22kW) | 11 kW | 7.5 hr | - | 77 km/h |
| DC Fast (50kW) | 50 kW | - | 69 min | 352 km/h |
| DC Fast (150kW) | 150 kW | - | 23 min | 1056 km/h |
| Ultra-Fast DC (350kW) | 200 kW | - | 17 min | 1408 km/h |
Tesla Model 3 Performance Charging Costs & Energy Use
The cost of charging a Tesla Model 3 Performance will depend on where it is being charged. The costs of charging from home versus charging as a fast public charging station vary significantly.
The cost of fully charging a Tesla Model 3 Performance on a typical home flat energy tariff of $0.35/kWh is $27.33.
The cost of fully charging the Tesla Model 3 Performance at a fast public station, where rates as high as $0.7/kWh will be $54.67.
Use our EV charging calculator to get a personalised estimate of the charging costs for a Tesla Model 3 Performance
CCS CompatibleWhile most Tesla Superchargers in Australia now support non-Tesla EVs such as the Tesla Model 3 Performance via the CCS2 standard, always check the Tesla app for station compatibility.
Tesla Model 3 Performance Fast Charging & Tesla Supercharger Compatibility
The Tesla Model 3 Performance can charge from 10–80% in approximately 27 minutes on a high-power DC charger.
While most Tesla Superchargers in Australia now support non-Tesla EVs such as the Tesla Model 3 Performance via the CCS2 standard, always check the Tesla app for station compatibility.
Charging Specifications:
Usable Battery Capacity:
78.1 kWh
Fast Charge Power (max):
250 kW
Fast Charge Power (avg):
200 kW
Max Fast Charging Speed:
780 km/h
Charge Port:
Type 2
Port Location:
Left Side (Rear)
Tesla Model 3 Performance Recommended Charge Level
The Tesla Model 3 Performance uses an NMC battery. The typical recommended charge limit is 80% to 90% for daily use and only charge to 100% for longer trips.
The recommended charge limit for NMC batteries is due to higher degradation risk from a higher state of charge.
Check your owners manual for specific recommendations for the Tesla Model 3 Performance.
Tesla Model 3 Performance Bidirectional Charging (V2G/V2H/V2L)
The Tesla Model 3 Performance does not currently support bidirectional charging features such as Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), or Vehicle-to-Load (V2L).
| Feature | Supported | Max Power Output |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No | - |
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No | - |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | No | - kW |