2017–2023 Tesla Model 3 Brake Pad and Rotor Specifications

Which Tesla Model 3 model years does this cover?

These brakes specifications apply to every Tesla Model 3 built from 2017 through 2023 — the 1st generation (original, pre-Highland), compact ev sedan. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2017–2023 Tesla Model 3

• 2017US deliveries began July 2017, Long Range RWD only (310 mi), 18-in Aero or 19-in Sport wheels
• 2018Dual Motor Long Range AWD and Performance added mid-year; Mid Range RWD (264 mi) added in October
• 2019Standard Range and Standard Range Plus launch (Feb); Long Range RWD and Mid Range dropped during the year; Autopilot made standard
• 2021Major running refresh: heat pump replaces the PTC heater, chrome delete, powered trunk, new center console, double-pane front glass, 82 kWh pack on LR/Performance, ranges rise (SR+ 263 mi, LR 353 mi, Performance 315 mi)
• 2022SR+ renamed 'RWD' with a 272-mi LFP battery (charge to 100% weekly). Cars built after ~Dec 2021 switch the 12V lead-acid accessory battery for a 16V Li-ion unit
• 2023Final year of the original body; carryover, with the original-generation production ending late 2023 for the Highland changeover

What size are the brake rotors on a 2017–2023 Tesla Model 3?

320 mm front and 335 mm rear. Measure before ordering if the vehicle may have a towing or performance brake package.

Anything special about servicing the brakes on a 2017–2023 Tesla Model 3?

Standard cars: 320 mm front / 335 mm rear (rear rotors are larger than front. Unusual). Performance uses ~355 mm front rotors with red 4-piston Brembo calipers. Regenerative braking means pads commonly last 70k–100k+ mi, but the integrated electronic parking brake calipers need service mode for rear pad work, and Tesla recommends cleaning and lubricating calipers every 12 months / 12,500 mi in road-salt regions to prevent seized slides..