2023 Tesla Model 3 RWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings
EV Range & Charging
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov
- Electric Motor
- 192 kW AC 3-Phase
EPA-estimated range of 272 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 10 hr 24 min for a full charge. Energy consumption: 25.5 kWh per 100 miles (combined).
Real-World MPG
Based on 5 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov
Range: 88–161 MPG
Driving mix: City 58% / Highway 43%
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 118.6 real world MPG based on 5 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 132 MPG.
Trim Comparison
| Trim | Engine | City | Hwy | Combined | Fuel Cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic (A1) | Electricity EV | 138 | 126 | 132 | $550 |
Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year
vs. average new vehicle
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)
- 25.4929 kWh / 100 mi
- Energy Use (City)
- 24.5074 kWh / 100 mi
- Energy Use (Hwy)
- 26.6974 kWh / 100 mi
NHTSA Safety Ratings
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)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 Probability | 6.6% |
Safety Equipment
Recall History11
Source: NHTSAOwner-Reported Problems402 complaints
Source: NHTSANHTSA has received 402 owner complaints for the 2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), steering and speed control. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.
Problems by System / Component
2023 Tesla Model 3 RWD problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 192 complaints, Steering: 83 complaints, Speed Control: 64 complaints, Brakes: 53 complaints, Electrical System: 50 complaints, Structure: 20 complaints, Suspension: 18 complaints, Air Bags: 17 complaints.
Sample Owner Complaints
Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.