Tesla Model 3

January 2022 - October 2023

£42,990Price from

57.5 kWh *Useable Battery

250 mi *Real Range

230 Wh/mi *Efficiency

The model shown here is the replacement of the old Standard Range Plus variants. It is fitted with a slightly larger LFP battery (variant E6LR), which results in more range. Some specifications shown are based on estimates as Tesla does not disclose official figures.
All specifications with * are estimates.

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Price from (last known) £42,990

Availability Not available to order
Available to order from January 2022
Available to order until October 2023
Annual VED £0
Congestion Charge £0
Insurance Group N/A
Price shown is the last known On The Road price: it includes VAT, first year VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.

Real Range Estimation between 180 - 365 mi

City - Cold Weather * 230 mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 180 mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 205 mi
City - Mild Weather * 365 mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 240 mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 295 mi
Indication of real-world range in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The actual range will depend on speed, style of driving, weather and route conditions.

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Performance

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph 6.1 sec
Top Speed 140 mph
Electric Range * 250 mi
Total Power 208 kW (279 hp)
Total Torque * 310 lb-ft
Drive Rear

Battery

Nominal Capacity * 60.0 kWh
Battery Type Lithium-ion
Number of Cells 106
Architecture 400 V
Warranty Period 8 years
Warranty Mileage 100,000 mi
Useable Capacity* 57.5 kWh
Cathode Material LFP
Pack Configuration 106s1p
Nominal Voltage 340 V
Form Factor Prismatic
Name / Reference CATL LFP60

Charging

Home / Destination

Charge Port Type 2
Port Location Left Side - Rear
Charge Power † 11 kW AC
Charge Time (0->250 mi) † 6h15m
Charge Speed † 41 mph

Rapid Charging

Fastcharge Port CCS
FC Port Location Left Side - Rear
Fastcharge Power (max) * 170 kW DC
Fastcharge Power (10-80%) * 100 kW DC
Fastcharge Time (25->200 mi) * 25 min
Fastcharge Speed * 420 mph
Autocharge Supported Yes

Plug & Charge

Plug & Charge Supported No
Supported Protocol -
† This can only be achieved using a 3-phase grid connection. The majority of homes and charge points do not have this connection. In practice charge power will often be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 9h15m and a charge speed of 27 mph.

Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)

Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)

V2L Supported No
Max. Output Power -
Exterior Outlet(s) -
Interior Outlet(s) -

Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)

V2H via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2H via DC Supported No
Max. Output Power -

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)

V2G via AC Supported No
Max. Output Power -
V2G via DC Supported No
Max. Output Power -

Energy Consumption

EVDB Real Range

Range * 250 mi
Vehicle Consumption * 230 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * 176 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEL)

Range 308 mi
Rated Consumption 225 Wh/mi
Vehicle Consumption 187 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent 175 mpg
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 216 mpg

WLTP Ratings (TEH)

Range 305 mi
Rated Consumption No Data
Vehicle Consumption 188 Wh/mi
CO2 Emissions 0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent No Data
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent 215 mpg
TEL = Test Energy Low | TEH = Test Energy High
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.

Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 158 - 319 Wh/mi

City - Cold Weather * 250 Wh/mi
Highway - Cold Weather * 319 Wh/mi
Combined - Cold Weather * 280 Wh/mi
City - Mild Weather * 158 Wh/mi
Highway - Mild Weather * 240 Wh/mi
Combined - Mild Weather * 195 Wh/mi
Indication of real-world energy use in several situations. Cold weather: 'worst-case' based on -10°C and use of heating. Mild weather: 'best-case' based on 23°C and no use of A/C. For 'Highway' figures a constant speed of 70 mph is assumed. The energy use will depend on speed, style of driving, climate and route conditions.

Safety (Euro NCAP)

Safety Rating
Adult Occupant 96%
Child Occupant 86%
Rating Year 2019
Vulnerable Road Users 74%
Safety Assist 94%
For more details on the safety rating of this vehicle, visit euroncap.com

Dimensions and Weight

Length 4694 mm
Width 1849 mm
Width with mirrors 2088 mm
Height 1443 mm
Wheelbase 2875 mm
Weight Unladen (EU) 1835 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) 2149 kg
Max. Payload 389 kg
Cargo Volume 561 L
Cargo Volume Max No Data
Cargo Volume Frunk 88 L
Roof Load 70 kg
Tow Hitch Possible Yes
Towing Weight Unbraked 750 kg
Towing Weight Braked 1000 kg
Vertical Load Max 55 kg

Miscellaneous

Seats 5 people
Isofix Yes, 2 seats
Turning Circle 11.6 m
Platform TESLA 3/Y
EV Dedicated Platform Yes
Car Body Saloon
Segment Large Family Car
Roof Rails No
Heat pump (HP) Yes
HP Standard Equipment Yes

Company Car Tax Indication

Financial Year 2021-22

BIK Tax Rate 1%
P11D Value from £42,935
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £429
BIK @ 20% £7 pcm
BIK @ 40% £14 pcm
BIK @ 45% £16 pcm

Financial Year 2022-23

BIK Tax Rate 2%
P11D Value from £42,935
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £859
BIK @ 20% £14 pcm
BIK @ 40% £29 pcm
BIK @ 45% £32 pcm

Financial Year 2023-24

BIK Tax Rate 2%
P11D Value from £42,935
Benefit in Kind (BIK) £859
BIK @ 20% £14 pcm
BIK @ 40% £29 pcm
BIK @ 45% £32 pcm
* = estimated value. Average energy consumption and range based on moderate drive style and climate. Real-life values may differ significantly. Pricing information might not be actual for some regions. No rights can be derived from the information on this site.

Home and Destination Charging (0 -> 100%)

Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the Tesla Model 3. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.

Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196)
Charging Point Max. Power Power Time Rate
Wall Plug (2.3 kW) 230V / 1x10A 2.3 kW 29h30m 8 mph
1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) 230V / 1x16A 3.7 kW 18h30m 14 mph
1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) 230V / 1x32A 7.4 kW 9h15m 27 mph
3-phase 16A (11 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW 6h15m 40 mph
3-phase 32A (22 kW) 400V / 3x16A 11 kW † 6h15m 40 mph

† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.

Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)

Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the Tesla Model 3.

Tesla has not released details about rapid charging the Model 3. The information below is based on estimated values of the most likely rapid charging capabilities.

  • Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
  • Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
  • Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
  • Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2)
Charging Point Max. Power Avg. Power Time Rate
CCS (50 kW DC) 50 kW 45 kW † 56 min 180 mph
Supercharger v2 Shared (75 kW DC) 75 kW 65 kW † 39 min 260 mph
Supercharger v2 (150 kW DC) 150 kW 95 kW † 27 min 380 mph
CCS (175 kW DC) 170 kW † 100 kW † 25 min 420 mph
Supercharger v3 (250 kW DC) 170 kW † 100 kW † 25 min 420 mph
CCS (350 kW DC) 170 kW † 100 kW † 25 min 420 mph
This vehicle supports Autocharge
This vehicle does not support Plug & Charge

† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle

Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.

Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.

Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.

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All about the Tesla Model 3

No longer available

This electric vehicle is no longer in production and not available to buy new. The Tesla Model 3 was available from January 2022 until October 2023. Financial data like price, leasing and company car tax were applicable to the final year of availability of the Tesla Model 3.

A new model of the Tesla Model 3 (2022) is available: Tesla Model 3 (2023).

Pricing

The Tesla Model 3 had a Recommend Retail Price (RRP) of £42,000 and an On The Road Price (OTR) of £42,990. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.

Drivetrain and Performance

The Tesla Model 3 is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the Tesla Model 3 is 208 kW (279 hp). The estimated maximum torque is 310 lb-ft. The Tesla Model 3 is rear wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 6.1 seconds. The top speed is 140 mph.

Battery and Charging

The battery of the Tesla Model 3 has an estimated total capacity of 60 kWh. The usable capacity is 57.5 kWh (estimate). An estimated range of about 250 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.

For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 180 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 365 mi.

Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 11 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 6 hours 15 minutes. However, a 3-phase grid connection is needed to achieve this. The majority of homes and charge points currently do not have this connection. In most cases the maximum charging power will be 7.4 kW, allowing for a charge time of 9 hours 15 minutes and a charge rate of 27 mph. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 29 hours 30 minutes.

Rapid charging is possible through a CCS Supercharger connection (expected). The maximum rapid charge power is 170 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 100 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 175 miles of range.

Energy Consumption

The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the Tesla Model 3 is about 230 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 176 mpg in a traditional petrol car.

The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 319 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 158 Wh per mile.

CO2 Emission

The Tesla Model 3 emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.

More information from Tesla

The link below will open the page of the Model 3 on the official Tesla site.

Go to the Model 3 on the official Tesla website.

Preceding model

The model shown on this page is the successor of the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus LFP, which was available to order from November 2020 until December 2021. The previous model was £2000 less expensive, had 35 mi less range, 8% faster acceleration and was 6% less energy efficient.

Preceding model Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plu

Preceding model

The model shown on this page is the successor of the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus, which was available to order from February 2021 until December 2021. The previous model was £2000 less expensive, had 35 mi less range, 8% faster acceleration and was 3% less energy efficient.

Preceding model Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plu