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Used 2018 Tesla Model 3 Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The main configuration for the 2018 Tesla Model 3 sedan is a long-range battery pack good for an estimated 310 miles of range. The single-motor (rear-drive) version is rated at 258 horsepower, and the dual-motor (all-wheel-drive) produces about 346 hp. The Performance version of the dual-motor setup cranks the output up to 450 hp. Tesla also offers a mid-range battery pack with rear-wheel drive and 260 miles of range.

Standard features for the Model 3 include 18-inch wheels, automatic headlights and high beams, front and rear parking sensors, keyless entry, cruise control, dual-zone automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, cloth upholstery, six-way manually adjustable front seats, and 60/40-split folding rear seats.

Standard technology features include a 15-inch touchscreen, a navigation system with real-time traffic, voice activation, Bluetooth, a Wi-Fi hotspot, remote control of some systems via a smartphone app, a rearview camera, and a seven-speaker audio system with internet streaming radio and two USB ports. Standard safety features include forward collision warning and mitigation, blind-spot monitoring with collision avoidance, and lane departure warning.

The Premium Upgrades package (mandatory for early adopters) adds LED foglights, tinted glass, heated and power-folding auto-dimming exterior mirrors, a panoramic glass roof, heated seats, 12-way power-adjustable front seats, a power-adjustable steering column, simulated-leather upholstery, wood interior trim, a covered center console, driver-seat memory functions and a premium audio system. For the Performance trim, Tesla also offers a Performance Upgrade package that includes 20-inch wheels, performance tires, a lowered suspension, upgraded brakes and a higher speed limiter.

Also available is the Enhanced Autopilot option that adds adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, automatic lane changing and self-parking. Early calendar-year buyers could choose an option that would have given the Model 3 the capability to be fully self-driving in the future, but Tesla discontinued this option partway through the year. Nineteen-inch wheels are available as a stand-alone option.

Which Model 3 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Tesla isn't offering much choice for the Model 3 currently. The main thing you'll have to decide is whether to get single-motor rear-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive. The gains in acceleration from the dual-motor setup are significant, so it's likely worth the cost if you consider yourself a bit of a car enthusiast. One option for consideration is the Enhanced Autopilot upgrade, which future-proofs your car for when Tesla makes the Full Self-Driving Capability option available.

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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
optional
optional
optional
Adaptive cruise control
optional
optional
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
cloth
cloth
Heated seats
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
Not available
258 hp
Not available
Engine torque
Not available
Not available
Not available
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
235/45R18
235/45R18
235/45R18
Wheel size
18 X 8.5-in
18 X 8.5-in
18 X 8.5-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
128 / 117 / 123 MPGe
136 / 123 / 130 MPGe
120 / 112 / 116 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
260 mi.
310 mi.
310 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
27
26
29
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
10.0 hr.
10.0 hr.
10.0 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
N/A
N/A
Curb weight
3,686 lb.
3,805 lb.
4,072 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
5.5 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
82.2 in.
82.2 in.
82.2 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
72.8 in.
72.8 in.
72.8 in.
Height
56.8 in.
56.8 in.
56.8 in.
Length
184.8 in.
184.8 in.
184.8 in.
Wheelbase
113.2 in.
113.2 in.
113.2 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
15.0 cu. ft.
15.0 cu. ft.
15.0 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
40.3 in.
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
Front Leg Room
42.7 in.
42.7 in.
42.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
56.3 in.
Rear Head Room
37.7 in.
37.7 in.
37.7 in.
Rear Leg Room
35.2 in.
35.2 in.
35.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.0 in.
54.0 in.
54.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Premium Black, leatherette
Premium White, leatherette
Premium Black, leatherette
Premium Black, leatherette
Premium White, leatherette
Exterior
Obsidian Black Metallic
Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Metallic
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Red Multi-Coat
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Obsidian Black Metallic
Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Metallic
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Red Multi-Coat
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Obsidian Black Metallic
Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Metallic
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Red Multi-Coat
Pearl White Multi-Coat