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2023 Tesla

Model 3 RWD

Auto (A1)

Tesla Model 3: best and worst years
2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD (photo 1 of 2)
2023 photoAlexander-93CC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Midsize CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic (A1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
ElectricEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
ElectricityEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
257
Power to weight
0.070 hp/lb
Motor kW
192EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
126 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
138 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
132 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$550EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
10/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
10/10
Elec. Range
272 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Range per hour (240V)
26 mi/hr
Recharge hrs
10.4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Real-world MPG
118.6 mpg, reported by 5 driversabout 13.4 mpg below the EPA combined estimate
SmartWay certified
Yes

Dimensions & capacity

Length
185 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
73 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
57 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
113 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
3,686 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Pass. Vol
97 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
15 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
11
Owner complaints
404
Reported injuries
48

Feature availability

Which features come standard, cost extra, or are locked to a pricier trim arrives with the next data phase. Standard equipment shows here today.

Standard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE26%
  • STEERING13%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL10%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER9%
  • SERVICE BRAKES8%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 634 total.

Tesla Model 3: best and worst years

Federal investigations NHTSA defect investigations, model year

  • EA26002Openopened Mar 18, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • PE25012Openopened Oct 7, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Traffic safety violations while Full Self Driving ("FSD") is engaged

  • AQ25002Openopened Aug 20, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    Compliance with Standing General Order 2021-01 Reporting Requirements

  • PE24033opened Jan 6, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING

    Actually Smart Summon sessions resulting in low-speed impacts.

  • PE24031opened Oct 17, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS

    FSD Collisions in Reduced Roadway Visibility Conditions

  • RQ24009Openopened Apr 25, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:SOFTWARE

    Recall 23V838 Remedy Effectiveness

  • EA24001Openopened Feb 1, 2024STEERING

    Loss of steering control

  • PE23014opened Jul 28, 2023STEERING

    Loss of steering control

  • and 3 more

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
8 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr / 50k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.