Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD

2026

Starting price: $36,990

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Conclusion

More cargo space is the clearest strength, while the slower 10–80% charging is the main compromise.

Range Reality

Official EPA range
321 mi
BEVDB mixed estimate
286 mi
Cold highway estimate
225 mi
Official → BEVDB
-35 mi / -11%

Charging Reality

10–80%
33 min (est.)
Range added in 15 min
202 mi
Average DC power
89 kW
Home 0–100%
10 h 15 min

Practical Ownership

Seats
5
Trunk cargo
21 cu ft
Frunk
3.1 cu ft
Battery warranty
8 years / 100,000 miles

How it compares

Compared with 8 US-market EVs with a similar body style (2024–2026).

Strongest point

More cargo space

3.3 cu ftabove median
Main trade-off

Slower 10–80% charging

6.3 minslower than median

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