2019 · Midsize Car · Electric
2019 Tesla Model 3 range & efficiency
The 2019 Tesla Model 3 is a midsize car offered in 6 EPA-rated configurations. Its most efficient version is rated 133 MPGe combined (25.4 kWh per 100 miles) with an EPA range of 240 miles. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 116 to 133 MPGe. That's up 3 MPGe from the 2018 model. Among 68 midsize cars rated for 2019, it ranks 2nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, it costs about $686 a year to fuel.
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Energy use
The 2019 Tesla Model 3 uses 25.4 kWh per 100 miles (15.8 kWh/100 km), which is 3.9 miles per kWh or 133 MPGe combined.
| Value | |
|---|---|
| Combined | 133 MPGe |
| Energy use | 25.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Metric | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Miles per kWh | 3.94 |
How it ranks among 2019 Midsize Cars
Full class ranking →Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.
Model 3 MPGe across model years
Full history →6 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD · Electric motor (211 kW) · Single-speed Model 3 Standard Range Plus |
Electric | 140 MPGe | 124 MPGe | 133 MPGe | 240 mi | $686 |
| RWD · Electric motor (211 kW) · Single-speed Model 3 Standard Range |
Electric | 138 MPGe | 124 MPGe | 131 MPGe | 220 mi | $694 |
| RWD · Electric motor (211 kW) · Single-speed Model 3 Long Range |
Electric | 136 MPGe | 123 MPGe | 130 MPGe | 310 mi | $699 |
| RWD · Electric motor (211 kW) · Single-speed Model 3 Mid Range |
Electric | 128 MPGe | 117 MPGe | 123 MPGe | 264 mi | $742 |
| AWD · Electric motors (335 kW) · Single-speed Model 3 Long Range AWD |
Electric | 120 MPGe | 112 MPGe | 116 MPGe | 310 mi | $780 |
| AWD · Electric motors (358 kW) · Single-speed Model 3 Long Range AWD Performance |
Electric | 120 MPGe | 112 MPGe | 116 MPGe | 310 mi | $780 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Electricity
- Engine / motor
- Electric motor (211 kW)
- Transmission
- Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- RWD
- Electricity use
- 25.4 kWh/100 mi
- Charge time (240V)
- 9.5 hrs
- Passenger volume
- 97 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 15 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 0 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 10/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
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Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the 2019 Tesla Model 3?
The EPA rates the 2019 Tesla Model 3 at up to 310 miles on a full charge.
How efficient is the 2019 Tesla Model 3?
Up to 133 MPGe combined, which is 25.4 kWh per 100 miles.
What is the efficiency in kWh/100 km for the 2019 Tesla Model 3?
The 2019 Tesla Model 3 uses 25.4 kWh per 100 miles (15.8 kWh/100 km), which is 3.9 miles per kWh or 133 MPGe combined.
How much does it cost to charge a 2019 Tesla Model 3?
Charging from empty to its full 240-mile EPA range draws about 61 kWh from the wall (charging losses included), which costs about $11 at 18¢/kWh. Public DC fast charging usually costs two to three times more.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2019 Tesla Model 3 per year?
About $686 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity, or $4.57 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.