2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Midsize CarsRear-Wheel Drive
City
145
MPGe
Highway
128
MPGe
Combined
137
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
363 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
10 hr 30 min
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
24.6
City 23.3 / Hwy 26.3 kWh
Electric Motor
192 kW ACPM 3-Phase

EPA-estimated range of 363 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 10 hr 30 min for a full charge. Energy consumption: 24.6 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (A1)
Electricity EV
City
145
Hwy
128
Comb
137
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)
24.6398 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
23.2721 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
26.3115 kWh / 100 mi

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
191
Owner Complaints
4
Recalls
6
Investigations

Recall History4

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems191 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 191 owner complaints for the 2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), electrical system and steering. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
50
Electrical System
40
Steering
35
Lighting
26
Speed Control
19
Air Bags
7
Wheels & Tires
5
Visibility / Wipers
4

2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 50 complaints, Electrical System: 40 complaints, Steering: 35 complaints, Lighting: 26 complaints, Speed Control: 19 complaints, Air Bags: 7 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 5 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 4 complaints.

32
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
35
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Other / UnknownFiled: 01/07/2026CrashODI#11709516
Incident Description (in my own words): This incident occurred in the parking lot of the [XXX] in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire. It was evening after sunset. The parking lot was dark but illuminated b…
SteeringFiled: 12/07/2024ODI#11629381
The right and left turn indicator buttons freeze up, and will not operate for indefinite periods. The problem is intermittent, however, the buttons may be frozen for several minutes before the problem…
SteeringFiled: 10/16/2024ODI#11620132
Since delivery of my new Tesla Model 3, the haptic turn signal buttons intermittently fail to register inputs despite repeated presses. This issue began immediately and occurs without any warning lamp…

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.

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