2021 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus RWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Midsize CarsRear-Wheel Drive
City
150
MPGe
Highway
133
MPGe
Combined
142
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
263 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
7 hr 48 min
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
23.7
City 22.4 / Hwy 25.3 kWh
Electric Motor
198 kW AC 3-Phase

EPA-estimated range of 263 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 7 hr 48 min for a full charge. Energy consumption: 23.7 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Real-World MPG

Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

163.8MPG average+15.3% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 142 MPG · Owner reported avg: 163.8 MPG

Range: 154–175 MPG

Driving mix: City 43% / Highway 57%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 163.8 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 142 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (A1)
Electricity EV
City
150
Hwy
133
Comb
142
Fuel cost: $550/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$550

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$9,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 10/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
0 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
0.1 barrels

Specifications

Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
23.7441 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
22.4407 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
25.3371 kWh / 100 mi

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
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Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability6.6%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: Standard
639
Owner Complaints
21
Recalls
13
Investigations

Recall History21

Source: NHTSA

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