2020
Tesla Model 3

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$35,000
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Available trims

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  • Standard Range RWD
    Starts at
    $35,000
    220 - 353 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    96 month/120,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Standard Range Plus RWD
    Starts at
    $37,990
    220 - 272 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    96 month/120,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Long Range AWD
    Starts at
    $46,990
    220 - 353 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    96 month/120,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Performance AWD
    Starts at
    $54,990
    220 - 315 mi.
    Range
    5
    Seat capacity
    96 month/120,000 miles
    Warranty
    Electric
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2020 Tesla Model 3 base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
6.6%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
6.6%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
8 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

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Consumer reviews

4.0 / 5
Based on 21 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.1
Performance 4.4
Value 3.8
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.1

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safety of Tesla model 3

this is car is garbage , not safe in case of an small accident car will be garbage, will take a part , not safe for you. and your kids to drive this car , very fragile very easy to get smashed. please don’t let your young kids drive this junk car , i have bad experience and i am lucky kids were not inside car this car broke in 2 part almost .i am sure other models of Tesla are no safe too . waste of money
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 2.0
Interior 2.0
Performance 3.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 1.0
Reliability 1.0
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An Impressive car

Test drive of 2023 Long Range AWD. Very smooth, quiet and fast. I'm 6-3, drivers seat best supporting ,most comfortable seat of 40 cars owned. Biggest fear is Elon Musk, in a fit of childish mischief, decide to turn all Teslas off......
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2020 Tesla Model 3?

The 2020 Tesla Model 3 is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Long Range (1 style)
  • Performance (1 style)
  • Standard Range (1 style)
  • Standard Range Plus (1 style)

What is the electric range of the 2020 Tesla Model 3?

The 2020 Tesla Model 3 can travel 220 - 353 miles on a single charge depending on electric motor and battery options.

EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, trim level, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2020 Tesla Model 3?

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Is the 2020 Tesla Model 3 reliable?

The 2020 Tesla Model 3 has an average reliability rating of 4.1 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2020 Tesla Model 3 owners.

Is the 2020 Tesla Model 3 a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2020 Tesla Model 3. 76.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.0 / 5
Based on 21 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 3.8
  • Exterior: 4.0
  • Reliability: 4.1

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