2017 Tesla Model 3

  • $35,000 MSRP From
  • 126 mpge AVG, Comb.
  • 310 miles Electric Range
  • Tesla Model 3 is a five-seat Fully Electric small-size vehicle in the Electric Luxury Sedan category. For the 2017 model year, there are two trim-lines to choose from, both with the same engine. The Model 3 is capable of traveling 310 miles relying solely on electric power. It takes twelve hours for the vehicle to charge its batteries with standard charger. EPA-estimated annual electricity expense is $550, which over the course of five years will save you $7,750 in extra fuel spending.

2017 Tesla Model 3 Long Range / Standard

Exterior

2017 Tesla Model 3 Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

  • Width: 82.2 in
  • Width W/O Mirrors: 72.8 in
  • Length: 184.8 in
  • Height: 56.8 in
  • Wheelbase: 113.2 in

2017 Model 3 has a relatively long wheelbase ( 113.2 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3549 - 3814 lbs.

Interior

2017 Model 3 - First Row

First Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 42.7 inHip Room: 53.4 inHead Room: 39.6 inShoulder Room: 56.3 in
2017 Model 3 - Second Row

Second Row Dimensions

Leg Room: 35.2 inHip Room: 52.4 inHead Room: 37.7 inShoulder Room: 54.0 in
2017 Model 3 - Cargo Area

Trunk Volume

15.0 ft3

2017 Model 3 seats five adults. On first-row passenger room it falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. When it comes to second-row passenger room, Model 3 falls below average on all four measurements: legs, shoulders, hips, and head room. Trunk volume is the larger than average among its peers with 15.0 cu. ft.

Full Specifications

Trim

2017 Model 3 Standard

2017 Model 3 Long Range

Starging MSRP$35,000$44,000
EngineElectric Motor
HP--
DrivetrainRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Electric City Range321.8584 ml.
Electric Highway Range295.4857 ml.
Electric Combined Range310 ml.
City-131 MPGe
Highway-120 MPGe
Combined-126 MPGe
Annual Fuel Cost$550

2017 Model 3 Sedan comes in two trim levels, with an average price that is $540 less compared to its rivals.

Safety

  • Complaints: 16
  • Recalls: 10

Customers have filed sixteen complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also ten recalls issued by Tesla, which by itself is a relatively low number.

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Last updated on Apr 14, 2021 - 09:00:22 ET
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