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Tesla Model 3 2017–2023

The original Model 3, sold in many versions from Standard Range to Performance.

Specifications

Built	2017–2023
Battery	50 to 82 kWh
Range	220 to 358 miles EPA
0–60 mph	3.1 s (Performance) to 5.8 s
DC charging	170 to 250 kW
AC charging	11 kW (Europe)
Autopilot	HW2.5 until spring 2019, then HW3
Towing (EU)	up to 1,000 kg

Points to watch

HW3: gets FSD v14 Lite but no future major FSD versions.
Firm ride, especially on 19- and 20-inch wheels.
Check the trunk seals for water ingress.
Heat pump only from the 2021 model year.

What makes it special

Huge used market, so good prices and plenty of choice.
Minimalist interior with one 15-inch screen.

Accessories

Coming soon: accessories that fit this version, tested and explained.

Sources

11 kW

A 22 kW charger won't charge your Tesla any faster

Most Tesla models charge at home at up to 11 kW AC.

Read why →

1:10

Models · October 14, 2026

Model Y beats the VW Golf: Tesla has Germany's best-selling car in September

With 8,038 registrations, the Model Y was the most popular new car in Germany in September. Tesla's German sales nearly quadrupled, helped by a new EV subsidy.

1:10

Robotaxi · October 13, 2026

Where Tesla Robotaxi operates now: six cities without a safety driver

From Austin to Tampa, Tesla's Robotaxi service is live in six US cities without a safety driver, plus the Bay Area with one. Here is the full list and what is coming next.

1:29

Earnings · October 13, 2026

Where Tesla's $25 billion is going: the 2026 spending plan explained

Tesla plans to invest more than $25 billion this year, about three times as much as in 2025. Here is what the money is for, how Tesla pays for it and what it means for profits.

1:47

Guides · October 12, 2026

Buying a used Model S or Model X now that production has ended: what to check

A used Model S or X offers a lot of luxury for the money. Here is how the generations differ, which computer and self-driving hardware to look for, and the weak spots to inspect.

1:38

Software · October 11, 2026

How Tesla software updates work: version numbers, waves and why your neighbor got it first

Why does one Tesla get an update weeks before another? A plain guide to Tesla's version numbers, staged rollouts, the Advanced setting and what to do if an update fails.

1:27

Models · October 10, 2026

Model S and Model X: how Tesla's first flagships changed the car industry

With production over, a look back at the two cars that proved electric cars could be fast, practical and desirable, from the first Model S to the 1,020-horsepower Plaid.

HW4

Buying a used Model 3? Check the hardware first

The Highland has HW4, older cars HW3. It decides what FSD can do.

How to check →

1:18

Optimus · October 10, 2026

Tesla cuts memory on its AI5 and AI6 chips to build more Optimus robots

Tesla reportedly plans to give its next AI chips less memory so it can produce more of them for Optimus. Here is what changes and what it means for cars.

1:37

Charging · October 9, 2026

How to charge a non-Tesla at a Tesla Supercharger in Europe: a step-by-step guide

Most Superchargers in the Netherlands, Belgium and the rest of Europe are open to every electric car. Here is how it works, what it costs and when a membership pays off.

1:08

FSD · October 8, 2026

Tesla starts rolling out FSD v14.3.11: what's new and who gets it first

The latest version of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is reaching early testers on software 2026.33.5. HW4 cars get v14.3.11; HW3 cars get a 'Lite' version.

1:19

Optimus · October 7, 2026

Tesla plans a dedicated Optimus factory in Texas, designed for 10 million robots a year

After Fremont, Tesla is preparing a far larger Optimus plant at Gigafactory Texas, with production planned to start in late 2026. The number is huge; so are the doubts.

1:23

Models · October 7, 2026

Model Y is the best-selling car in all five Nordic countries, and one in four new cars in Norway

In September the Model Y topped the sales charts in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland. In Norway alone, 4,810 were registered.

1:10

Robotaxi · October 6, 2026

Tesla asked for eight more weeks to answer NHTSA on the Cybercab. It got 30 days

The US regulator has moved Tesla's deadline to October 30. Its 21 questions cover everything from mirrors and brakes to why Tesla never applied for an exemption.

−20%

Losing range in winter? It doesn't have to be

Preconditioning and the right settings save you kilometers.

9 winter tips →

1:30

Charging · October 6, 2026

Tesla's Supercharger network passes 85,000 stalls at more than 9,000 sites

Tesla keeps adding around 2,700 fast-charging stalls a quarter, and new prefabricated designs should speed things up. Here is where the network stands and what it means for drivers.

1:36

Charging · October 4, 2026

Charging a Tesla at home: why 11 kW is enough for almost everyone

A home charger is the cheapest and easiest way to run a Tesla. Here is what you need, why faster is rarely better, and what to check before you install one.

1:09

Energy · October 3, 2026

Tesla Energy deploys 13.7 GWh in Q3: growth continues, but slower than hoped

Tesla's battery storage business grew almost 10% from a year ago, yet missed analyst expectations by more than 2 GWh. Here is what is behind the numbers.

1:18

Software · October 3, 2026

Tesla's 2026 Spring Update, revisited: 'Hey Grok', automatic updates and one-tap FSD

The biggest Tesla software release of the year so far added hands-free Grok, automatic installs and a quicker way to subscribe to FSD. Here is what it changed in daily use.