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2021 Tesla Model 3
The new Tesla Model 3 is a Medium Luxury offered in a 4D Sedan body style. Available in Australia from $59,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $98,801 for the.
The Tesla Model 3 is only available with an electric motor that produces 190kW and 375Nm of torque. Both rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2021 Model 3 is offered with a 4 year, 80,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
$59,900 - $98,801†
Transmission
Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
Electric
Retail Price
$59,900 - $98,801†
Transmission
Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Rear
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
Sedan
Powertrain Type
Electric
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2021 Tesla Model 3
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
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2021 Tesla Model 3
Available Variants
The Tesla Model 3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Standard Range Plus and the most expensive being Performance.
2021 Tesla Model 3
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How does the 2021 Tesla Model 3 compare?
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Power to Weight
117.87 - 195.23 kW/t
72.61 kW/t
261.18 kW/t
Boot Space
425 - 649 litres
330 litres
804 litres
Vehicle Range
556 - 694 km
556 km
1,864 km
Price
$59,900 - $98,801
$55,900
$288,000
Warranty (Years)
4 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
80,000 km
80,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,180 - 2,305 kg
1,950 kg
2,720 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
140 mm
100 mm
173 mm
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
50 - 75 kWh
1.5 kWh
100 kWh
AC Charging (max kW)
11 - 11.5 kW
3.7 kW
16.5 kW
DC Fast Charging (max kW)
200 - 250 kW
200 kW
250 kW
Vehicle Range (EV)
460 - 694 km
59 km
722 km
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Rear-Wheel Drive
2026
$54,900
Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive
2026
$61,900
Long Range
2025
$64,900
Performance
2026
$80,900
Year
2026
2025
Fuel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
Sedan
Number of Doors
4 Doors
Drivetrain
Rear
4x4
Maximum Power
188 kW
224 kW
343 kW
288 kW
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2021 Tesla Model 3
Dimensions
4,694 mm
1,849 mm
inc mirror: 2,088 mm
inc mirror: 2,088 mm
1,443 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,694 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,849 mm |
| Overall Width (Inc Mirror) | 2,088 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,800 mm |
| Load Capacity | 568 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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