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2027 Tesla Model 3
Not much changes for the 2027 Tesla Model 3: 2024 saw comprehensive updates and 2026 saw the return of the attractively priced rear-wheel-drive base model. MSRP runs $38,630 to $56,630. MotorTrend measured the single-motor Model 3 at 275 hp and 5.6 seconds to 60, and the dual-motor AWD version at 394 hp and 4.0 seconds.
Configurations1
Model/option labels1
Combined efficiency111 MPG/MPGe
Electric range316 mi
Decision answers15
What changed for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says not much. 2024 saw comprehensive updates, and 2026 saw the return of the attractively priced rear-wheel drive base Model 3, but 2027 rolls on with no major changes.
Pricing and powertrain for 2027
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $38,630-$56,630.
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) measured the entry-level single-motor Model 3 at 275 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque for a 5.6-second 0-60 time, while the dual-motor all-wheel-drive version steps up to 394 hp and 377 lb-ft of torque for a 4.0-second 0-60 time.
How it compares to its closest rivals
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the Model 3's mix of value, efficiency, charging access, and performance keeps it a sales leader among EV sedans, listing top-ranked competitors as the Kia EV4, BMW i3, Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric, and Audi A6 e-tron.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2027 Tesla Model 3?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says no major changes.
How much does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists MSRP at $38,630 to $56,630.
Complete certification table
1 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50861Model 3 Performance AWD | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 117 | 106 | 111 | 316 mi |
Model-specific answer center
17 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2027 Tesla Model 3 versus the 2026 Tesla Model 3?
Model year
Against the 2026 Tesla Model 3: Model/option labels no longer listed: Model 3 Performance, Model 3 Premium AWD, Model 3 Premium RWD, Model 3 Standard RWD. Drive designations no longer listed: Rear-Wheel Drive. Certification records went from 5 to 1. Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 125.0 to 111.0 MPG/MPGe. Midpoint electric range moved from 336 to 316 miles.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02Which current models share the 2027 Tesla Model 3's EPA class?
Comparison
Class peers of the 2027 Tesla Model 3 in the current EPA data include 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia, 2027 Audi A5, 2026 Audi A6, 2025 Audi A7, 2025 Audi RS 5, 2026 Audi RS 7, and 30 more.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03What kind of brakes does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 have?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend lists the 2027 Tesla Model 3 with four-wheel disc brakes. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q04What suspension does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 use?
Brakes and suspension
MotorTrend describes the 2027 Tesla Model 3's suspension this way. Front: a double-wishbone design. Rear: a multi-link design. Source: MotorTrend, read 2026-09-25.
Q05How much horsepower and torque does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback make?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback at 510 horsepower and 547 lb-ft of torque.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q06How much does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback weigh?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback with a curb weight of 4,054 pounds and a standard payload of 915 pounds.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q07How many people does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback seat?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists 5 seats for the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q08How much ground clearance does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback have?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists 5.0 inches of ground clearance for the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q09What is the GVWR of the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,974 pounds for the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q10What is the payload capacity of the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists a maximum payload of 915 pounds for the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q11How much headroom and legroom does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback have?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback with 40.3 inches of front headroom, 42.7 inches of front legroom, 37.8 inches of rear headroom and 34.5 inches of rear legroom.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q12What size tires does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback come with?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists 235/35R20 tires on the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q13What warranty does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback come with?
Specifications
CarDealerships.com lists the 2027 Tesla Model 3 AWD Performance 4dr Fastback with basic coverage of 48 months or 50,000 miles, powertrain coverage of 96 months or 120,000 miles and roadside assistance of 48 months or 50,000 miles.
Source: CarDealerships.com model-year specification page
Q14What is the MSRP of the 2027 Tesla Model 3?
Specifications
MotorTrend lists the 2027 Tesla Model 3 at an MSRP of $38,630.
Source: MotorTrend model-year specification page
Q15How quickly does the 2027 Tesla Model 3 accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
Specifications
The most recent instrumented 0 to 60 mph test of this model that 0-60Specs.com lists is of earlier model years than the 2027 Tesla Model 3: 5.4 seconds for the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard Sedan (Car and Driver).
Source: 0-60Specs.com model-year specification page
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2027 Tesla Model 3.
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