How much does the 2018 Tesla Model 3 cost?

The 2018 Tesla Model 3 has a starting MSRP of $49,000, ranging up to $64,000 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Long Range from $49,000; Performance from $64,000. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $19,595.

What is the electric range of the 2018 Tesla Model 3?

The 2018 Tesla Model 3 offers up to 310 miles of EPA-estimated electric range.

How much cargo space does the 2018 Tesla Model 3 have?

The 2018 Tesla Model 3 offers up to 15 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2018 Tesla Model 3 safe?

The 2018 Tesla Model 3 earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 19 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.

How many trims does the 2018 Tesla Model 3 come in?

The 2018 Tesla Model 3 is available in 2 trims (3 total configurations) across Sedan body styles with rear wheel drive, all wheel drive.

2018 Tesla Model 3

2 trims · 3 configurations · Sedan

From live listings

$19,595

25 for sale · Starting MSRP $49,000 – $64,000

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NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★★

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA · 19 recalls on record

Tesla Model 3 for sale

25 live listings from $19,595 · median $26,298

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the Tesla Model 3? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates, then shop live inventory.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on Long Range

Total price (Long Range MSRP)

$49,000

Typical monthly

$970/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2018 Tesla Model 3 trims

Long Range RWD
MSRP
$49,000
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
130 MPGe
Horsepower
258 hp
Torque
—
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15
Max towing
—
Long Range AWD
MSRP
$55,000
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
116 MPGe
Horsepower
—
Torque
—
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15
Max towing
—
Performance
MSRP
$64,000
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
116 MPGe
Horsepower
—
Torque
—
Engine
electric
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
15
Max towing
—

Compare 2018 Tesla Model 3 trim specifications
Spec	Long Range RWD	Long Range AWD	Performance
MSRP	$49,000	$55,000	$64,000
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	130 MPGe	116 MPGe	116 MPGe
Horsepower	258 hp	—	—
Torque	—	—	—
Engine	electric	electric	electric
Seating	5	5	5
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD	AWD
Cargo (cu ft)	15	15	15
Max towing	—	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Long Range RWDelectric
Long Range AWDelectric
Performanceelectric
Fuel type: Long Range RWDelectric
Long Range AWDelectric
Performanceelectric
Horsepower: Long Range RWD258 hp
Long Range AWD—
Performance—
Transmission: Long Range RWD1-speed direct drive
Long Range AWD1-speed direct drive
Performance1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain: Long Range RWDrear wheel drive
Long Range AWDall wheel drive
Performanceall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: Long Range RWDSedan
Long Range AWDSedan
PerformanceSedan
Doors: Long Range RWD4
Long Range AWD4
Performance4
Seating: Long Range RWD5
Long Range AWD5
Performance5
Length: Long Range RWD184.8 in
Long Range AWD184.8 in
Performance184.8 in
Width: Long Range RWD72.8 in
Long Range AWD72.8 in
Performance72.8 in
Height: Long Range RWD56.8 in
Long Range AWD56.8 in
Performance56.8 in
Wheelbase: Long Range RWD113.2 in
Long Range AWD113.2 in
Performance113.2 in
Ground clearance: Long Range RWD5.5 in
Long Range AWD5.5 in
Performance5.5 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Long Range RWD15 cu ft
Long Range AWD15 cu ft
Performance15 cu ft
Curb weight: Long Range RWD3,805 lbs
Long Range AWD4,072 lbs
Performance4,072 lbs

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPGe: Long Range RWD130
Long Range AWD116
Performance116
Electric range: Long Range RWD310 mi
Long Range AWD310 mi
Performance310 mi
Battery capacity: Long Range RWD80 kWh
Long Range AWD—
Performance—
Charge time (240V): Long Range RWD10 hr
Long Range AWD10 hr
Performance10 hr

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Long Range RWD	Long Range AWD	Performance
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	electric	electric	electric
Fuel type	electric	electric	electric
Horsepower	258 hp	—	—
Transmission	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Sedan	Sedan	Sedan
Doors	4	4	4
Seating	5	5	5
Length	184.8 in	184.8 in	184.8 in
Width	72.8 in	72.8 in	72.8 in
Height	56.8 in	56.8 in	56.8 in
Wheelbase	113.2 in	113.2 in	113.2 in
Ground clearance	5.5 in	5.5 in	5.5 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	15 cu ft	15 cu ft	15 cu ft
Curb weight	3,805 lbs	4,072 lbs	4,072 lbs
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPGe	130	116	116
Electric range	310 mi	310 mi	310 mi
Battery capacity	80 kWh	—	—
Charge time (240V)	10 hr	10 hr	10 hr

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