Tesla Model 3 MPG by Year & Engine (EPA)

EPA fuel-economy ratings for every rated Tesla Model 3 model year from 2017 to 2026 — each engine and transmission with its official city, highway and combined figures. Over these years the Model 3 has been offered with Electric powertrains; the most efficient version is the 2021 (up to 142 MPGe combined). All rated versions run on electricity. Data: U.S. Department of Energy & EPA, fueleconomy.gov; prices are live medians from VehiSales listings.

Tesla Model 3 fuel economy by year

YearCombined MPG / MPGeEnginesMedian used priceFor sale
2026 111–139 Electric $43,997 11 listings
2025 109–137 Electric $37,990 249 listings
2024 112–137 Electric $33,998 453 listings
2023 113–132 Electric $24,590 2,463 listings
2022 113–132 Electric $23,998 1,087 listings
2021 113–142 Electric $22,469 818 listings
2020 113–141 Electric $20,997 1,076 listings
2019 116–133 Electric $19,499 798 listings
2018 116–130 Electric $17,995 1,389 listings
2017 126 Electric $17,998 51 listings

2026 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2026 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 5 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 111 to 139 MPGe. Used 2026 models currently list for a median of $43,997 on VehiSales (11 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Standard RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 147 130 139 MPGe · 321 mi range
Model 3 Premium RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 145 128 137 MPGe · 363 mi range
Model 3 Premium AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 133 122 128 MPGe · 346 mi range
Model 3 Performance Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 120 107 114 MPGe · 309 mi range
Model 3 Performance AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 117 106 111 MPGe · 314 mi range

2025 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2025 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 109 to 137 MPGe. Used 2025 models currently list for a median of $37,990 on VehiSales (249 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Long Range RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 145 128 137 MPGe · 363 mi range
Model 3 Long Range RWD-I (19in wheels) Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 140 123 131 MPGe · 346 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 133 122 128 MPGe · 346 mi range
Model 3 Performance AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 113 104 109 MPGe · 298 mi range

2024 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2024 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 5 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 112 to 137 MPGe. Used 2024 models currently list for a median of $33,998 on VehiSales (453 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Long Range RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 145 128 137 MPGe · 363 mi range
Model 3 RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 140 125 132 MPGe · 272 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 137 124 130 MPGe · 342 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD-E Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 133 122 128 MPGe · 341 mi range
Model 3 Performance AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 117 107 112 MPGe · 303 mi range

2023 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2023 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 113 to 132 MPGe. Used 2023 models currently list for a median of $24,590 on VehiSales (2,463 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 138 126 132 MPGe · 272 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 134 126 131 MPGe · 358 mi range
Model 3 Performance AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 118 107 113 MPGe · 315 mi range

2022 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2022 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 113 to 132 MPGe. Used 2022 models currently list for a median of $23,998 on VehiSales (1,087 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 138 126 132 MPGe · 272 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 134 126 131 MPGe · 358 mi range
Model 3 Performance AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 118 107 113 MPGe · 315 mi range

2021 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2021 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 3 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 113 to 142 MPGe. Used 2021 models currently list for a median of $22,469 on VehiSales (818 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Standard Range Plus RWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 150 133 142 MPGe · 263 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 141 127 134 MPGe · 353 mi range
Model 3 Performance AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 118 107 113 MPGe · 315 mi range

2020 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2020 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 8 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 113 to 141 MPGe. Used 2020 models currently list for a median of $20,997 on VehiSales (1,076 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Standard Range Plus Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 148 132 141 MPGe · 250 mi range
Model 3 Standard Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 138 124 131 MPGe · 220 mi range
Model 3 Long Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 136 123 130 MPGe · 330 mi range
Model 3 Mid Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 128 117 123 MPGe · 264 mi range
Model 3 Long Range Performance AWD (18in) Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 124 116 121 MPGe · 322 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 124 116 121 MPGe · 322 mi range
Model 3 Long Range Performance AWD (19in) Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 119 112 116 MPGe · 304 mi range
Model 3 Long Range Performance AWD (20in) Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 118 107 113 MPGe · 299 mi range

2019 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2019 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 6 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 116 to 133 MPGe. Used 2019 models currently list for a median of $19,499 on VehiSales (798 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Standard Range Plus Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 140 124 133 MPGe · 240 mi range
Model 3 Standard Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 138 124 131 MPGe · 220 mi range
Model 3 Long Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 136 123 130 MPGe · 310 mi range
Model 3 Mid Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 128 117 123 MPGe · 264 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 120 112 116 MPGe · 310 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Performance Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 120 112 116 MPGe · 310 mi range

2018 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2018 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 4 versions (Electric), with combined economy from 116 to 130 MPGe. Used 2018 models currently list for a median of $17,995 on VehiSales (1,389 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Long Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 136 123 130 MPGe · 310 mi range
Model 3 Mid Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 128 117 123 MPGe · 260 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Performance Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 120 112 116 MPGe · 310 mi range
Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 120 112 116 MPGe · 310 mi range

2017 Tesla Model 3: engines & MPG

The 2017 Model 3 was EPA-rated in 1 version (Electric), with combined economy of 126 MPGe. Used 2017 models currently list for a median of $17,998 on VehiSales (51 for sale).

VersionEngineTransmissionFuelCityHwyCombined
Model 3 Long Range Electric Automatic (A1) Electricity 131 120 126 MPGe · 310 mi range

Frequently asked questions

What MPG does a Tesla Model 3 get?

Depending on year and engine, EPA combined economy for the Model 3 ranges from 109 to 142 MPGe. The most efficient rated version is the 2021 model year.

What engines does the 2026 Tesla Model 3 have?

The 2026 Model 3 was EPA-rated with Electric — see the 2026 table above for each version's exact city/highway figures.

Does the Tesla Model 3 require premium gas?

No — rated versions run on electricity.

Is there a hybrid or electric Model 3?

Yes — the ratings above include electric (shown in MPGe) versions; look for them in the per-year tables.

How to cite: “VehiSales Research, Tesla Model 3 EPA Fuel Economy by Model Year” with a link to https://vehisales.com/research/fuel-economy/tesla/model-3. Underlying ratings are public-domain EPA/DOE data from fueleconomy.gov.

See also: Tesla Model 3 hub — live listings, prices & reliability · Most fuel-efficient cars by segment · Model price trends. Media inquiries: [email protected].

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