2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance

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The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance is an all-wheel-drive electric midsize car rated for 309 miles on a full charge. It uses 29.59 kWh per 100 miles and earns 114 combined MPGe. EPA lists annual electricity cost at $650. Charging from a 240-volt supply takes 12 hours.

Who it suits. Drivers seeking an all-wheel-drive electric midsize car Owners whose trips fit a 309-mile rated range Drivers able to use 240-volt charging

What it is

The Model 3 Performance is a 2026 Tesla electric car in the EPA midsize-car class. It has all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission.

Its defining number is a 309-mile EPA range. The powertrain uses 88 and 208 kW AC induction motors.

The numbers

The EPA rates it at 114 combined MPGe and 29.59 kWh per 100 miles. Those figures describe its energy use across city and highway driving.

A full charge is rated for 309 miles, giving you a clear starting point for matching the car to your regular trips.

What it costs to run

EPA lists annual fuel cost at $650. Here, fuel means electricity rather than gasoline, and the energy-use figure is 29.59 kWh per 100 miles.

Charging at 240 volts takes 12 hours. That time matters if you need to refill the battery on a schedule.

How it compares

Compare the Model 3 Performance's 309-mile range with other entries in the electric-car range list. Its 114 combined MPGe and 29.59 kWh per 100 miles are the key efficiency figures.

The electric efficiency list helps put those numbers beside similar electric cars. You can also see other Tesla models in Tesla cars.

Who it suits

This car fits drivers who want an electric midsize car with all-wheel drive and enough EPA-rated range for 309 miles between full charges.

It also suits owners who can plan around a 12-hour charge at 240 volts and who want to track running costs through electricity use.

Trade-offs

The 309-mile range is useful, but charging at 240 volts takes 12 hours. Your charging routine needs to allow for that time.

Its 29.59 kWh per 100 miles and $650 annual EPA fuel cost give you running figures to weigh against other electric cars.

Verdict

Choose the Model 3 Performance if a 309-mile EPA range and all-wheel drive fit your daily driving. The 114 combined MPGe rating keeps its energy use clear, while the $650 annual estimate gives a simple cost reference. Make sure a 240-volt charging setup and a 12-hour charge window work for you. If those conditions do, this electric midsize car offers a straightforward balance of range, drivetrain, and measured running cost.