2018 Tesla Model 3
2 trims · 3 configurations · Sedan
Starting MSRP
$49,000 – $64,000
Key specifications
NHTSA safety
5 / 5 overall
Source: NHTSA · 19 recalls on record
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Pricing
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MSRP by trim
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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 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.
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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
- —
| 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 RWDelectricLong Range AWDelectricPerformanceelectric
- Fuel type
- Long Range RWDelectricLong Range AWDelectricPerformanceelectric
- Horsepower
- Long Range RWD258 hpLong Range AWD—Performance—
- Transmission
- Long Range RWD1-speed direct driveLong Range AWD1-speed direct drivePerformance1-speed direct drive
- Drivetrain
- Long Range RWDrear wheel driveLong Range AWDall wheel drivePerformanceall wheel drive
Dimensions
- Body type
- Long Range RWDSedanLong Range AWDSedanPerformanceSedan
- Doors
- Long Range RWD4Long Range AWD4Performance4
- Seating
- Long Range RWD5Long Range AWD5Performance5
- Length
- Long Range RWD184.8 inLong Range AWD184.8 inPerformance184.8 in
- Width
- Long Range RWD72.8 inLong Range AWD72.8 inPerformance72.8 in
- Height
- Long Range RWD56.8 inLong Range AWD56.8 inPerformance56.8 in
- Wheelbase
- Long Range RWD113.2 inLong Range AWD113.2 inPerformance113.2 in
- Ground clearance
- Long Range RWD5.5 inLong Range AWD5.5 inPerformance5.5 in
Capacity & weight
- Cargo capacity
- Long Range RWD15 cu ftLong Range AWD15 cu ftPerformance15 cu ft
- Curb weight
- Long Range RWD3,805 lbsLong Range AWD4,072 lbsPerformance4,072 lbs
Fuel economy & EV
- Combined MPGe
- Long Range RWD130Long Range AWD116Performance116
- Electric range
- Long Range RWD310 miLong Range AWD310 miPerformance310 mi
- Battery capacity
- Long Range RWD80 kWhLong Range AWD—Performance—
- Charge time (240V)
- Long Range RWD10 hrLong Range AWD10 hrPerformance10 hr
| 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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2018 Tesla Model 3 FAQ
- 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.
- 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.