---
title: "Tesla Model 3 Specs: Weight, Fuel Tank, MPG"
description: "How the Tesla Model 3 specs specification changed from 2017 to 2025, compared generation by generation. Curb weight, fuel economy, ground clearance and other key numbers for the Tesla Model 3, by engine and drivetrain."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/specs"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# Tesla Model 3 Specifications

The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes.

## Has the Tesla Model 3 specs specification changed by year?

| Model years | Max towing | Fuel tank | Curb weight | EPA mpg |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [2024-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/specs) | N/A | N/A | 3,891 lbs | EPA range: 272 mi (RWD), 363 mi (Long Range RWD, 2025), 341-346 mi (Long Range AWD), 296-309 mi (Performance). Curb weight 3,891 lbs (RWD) to ~4,054-4,081 lbs (Performance/LR AWD). Not rated for towing in the US. |
| [2017-2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2017-2023/specs) | N/A | N/A | 3,627 lbs | EPA range by variant/year: 220-272 mi (Standard Range/SR+/RWD), 310-358 mi (Long Range), 299-315 mi (Performance). Efficiency ~113-141 MPGe. Curb weight 3,552-4,072 lbs depending on powertrain. Not rated for towing in the US (no factory tow package offered on Model 3). |

## Full specifications by generation

The specs on a Tesla Model 3 is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers.

- [2024-2025 Tesla Model 3 Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024-2025/specs)
- [2017-2023 Tesla Model 3 Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2017-2023/specs)

## Tesla Model 3 specs: common questions

### What does a Tesla Model 3 weigh?

About 3,891 lbs at the curb, before passengers and cargo.

### What gas mileage does a Tesla Model 3 get?

EPA range: 272 mi (RWD), 363 mi (Long Range RWD, 2025), 341-346 mi (Long Range AWD), 296-309 mi (Performance). Curb weight 3,891 lbs (RWD) to ~4,054-4,081 lbs (Performance/LR AWD). Not rated for towing in the US. on the EPA cycle.

## Sources

- [Tesla Support, Vehicle Maintenance (Model 3 intervals: cabin filter 2 yr, brake fluid 4 yr, rotation 6,250 mi, no desiccant for heat-pump cars)](https://www.tesla.com/support/vehicle-maintenance)
- [Wheel-Size.com, 2024 Tesla Model 3 OE fitments and 42 psi pressures](https://www.wheel-size.com/size/tesla/model-3/2024/)
- [Mavis, 2025 Model 3 Performance staggered OE sizes (235/35R20 front, 275/30R20 rear)](https://www.mavis.com/vehicle/tesla/model-3/2025/performance/)
- [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 25V-002 (vehicle computer / rearview camera)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2025/RCLRPT-25V002-6930.PDF)
- [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 24V-376 (seat belt reminder)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2024/RCLRPT-24V376-3527.PDF)
- [NHTSA Part 573 report, recall 24V-935 (TPMS warning light)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2024/RCLRPT-24V935-1846.PDF)
- [Tesla Shop. Model 3 wiper blade (fits all Model 3 years)](https://shop.tesla.com/product/model-3-wiper-blade)
- [Tesla DIY Guide, Replacing Cabin Filters (procedure shared with pre-Highland cars)](https://service.tesla.com/docs/Public/diy/model3/en_us/GUID-DB0A1E3C-926E-498C-A2FD-A27B8421A471.html)
- [Wikipedia, Tesla Model 3 (Highland launch timing, curb weights, EPA ranges)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tesla_Model_3)

## Find your exact Model 3

- [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2025)
- [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2024)
- [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2023)
- [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2022)
- [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2021)
- [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2020)
- [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2019)
- [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2018)
- [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2017)

More Tesla Model 3 guides:

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/common-problems)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/tesla/model-3/key-fob-battery)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.