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2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance

Sedan · 510 hp · 111 MPGe combined

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$54,990Factory MSRP, base configuration

Overview.

At a glance

510 hp111 MPGe combinedAWD

Good

  • 510-hp all-wheel drive
  • EPA-estimated 314-mile range
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • 15.4-inch infotainment display

Watch for

  • 12-hour 240V charge
  • $465 Home Charger option

The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance is an electric sedan with all-wheel drive, a 1-speed direct drive transmission and 510 hp.

It carries a $54,990 MSRP. Its EPA-estimated range is 314 miles, while EPA-estimated combined efficiency is 111 MPGe. A 240V charge takes 12 hours.

Standard cabin equipment includes leatherette sport front seats, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel. The infotainment system has a 15.4-inch display, 15 total speakers, 2 subwoofers, USB connectivity and wireless charging. Adaptive cruise control, a rearview camera, blind spot and lane departure warnings, and a pre-collision safety system are also standard.

The basic and roadside warranties cover 48 months or 50,000 miles. Powertrain and EV battery coverage runs for 96 months or 120,000 miles, while rust coverage lasts 144 months. This model year has 1 NHTSA recall campaign. Available accessories include a $465 Home Charger, $400 Roof Rack and $225 All-Weather Interior Liners.

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Market

Too few listings to publish a market price.

6 factory options, from $35 to $465.

Home Charger$465
Roof Rack$400
All-Weather Interior Liners$225
Glass Roof Sunshades$145
Center Console Trays$35
Summer Tires$0

Which Model 3 is right for you?

Three trims, $36,990 to $54,990. Tap one to open it.

Bar heights follow the price. The widest step is $12,500, from Premium to Performance.

The numbers.

One configuration: all-wheel drive, 1-speed direct drive.

510hpHorsepower
111MPGeCombined
AWD1-speed direct drive
314 miEPA range
12 hrCharge time (240V)
5Seats
24.1 cu ftCargo volume
4,054 lbsCurb weight

96 standard items.

Four groups, sized by how much is in each.

2 interiors

  • Black
  • Black and White

Both leatherette.

7 factory paints

  • Quicksilver
  • Deep Blue Metallic
  • Stealth Grey
  • Frost Blue Metallic
  • Diamond Black
  • Pearl White Multi-Coat
  • Ultra Red

6 of the 7 are shown on the car at the top.

Safety and recalls

1 recall campaign on file.

Recalls are settled per car, not per model. Check the one you are buying.

Overall—Not rated
Frontal—Not rated
Side—Not rated
Rollover—Not rated

NHTSA has not published ratings for the 2026 Model 3. A model year is often unrated for a year or more after it goes on sale.

NHTSA NCAP · checked Oct 2026

Factory coverage.

It runs from the first sale date, not the model year.

Basic
4 yr / 50,000 mi
Powertrain
8 yr / 120,000 mi
Rust
12 yr
Roadside
4 yr / 50,000 mi
EV battery
8 yr / 120,000 mi
Sold12 yr
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