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Tesla · model year 2026
2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD
Midsize · All-Wheel Drive · Electric · EPA class: Midsize Cars
Where it places
- 07 Tesla cars
Every model year, newest first #7 of 187 - 76 Electric sedans and hatchbacks by range
Ordered by EPA range #76 of 237 - 236 Electric cars by range
Ordered by EPA range #236 of 683 - 95 Electric cars by efficiency
Ordered by efficiency #95 of 683 - 572 Electric cars by charging time
Ordered by charge time at 240 V #572 of 818 - 1022 2026 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #1022 of 1,172
Against other electric sedans and hatchbacks by range
The CarCody take
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is an electric midsize car with all-wheel drive, automatic transmission, and a 314-mile EPA range. It uses 30.25 kWh per 100 miles and earns 111 combined MPGe. EPA estimates annual electricity cost at $700. Charging at 240 volts takes 12 hours.
Good to know
- 314-mile EPA electric range
- 111 combined MPGe
- All-wheel drive
- EPA annual fuel cost of $700
- Midsize car body
Watch for
- 12-hour charge time at 240 volts
- Uses 30.25 kWh per 100 miles
- Electricity cost varies by local rate and driving
Who it suits. Drivers with charging time for a 240-volt overnight-style session Shoppers comparing midsize electric cars by range and MPGe Those wanting all-wheel drive in an electric car
Choose this Model 3 if a 314-mile EPA range covers your regular trips and you can leave the car connected for a 12-hour 240-volt charge. Its 111 MPGe rating and $700 EPA annual fuel estimate give you straightforward operating benchmarks. The all-wheel-drive layout may fit drivers who want power sent to both axles in a midsize electric car. Look elsewhere if your routine leaves little time for long charging sessions or if 30.25 kWh per 100 miles does not fit your electricity budget.
What it is
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is a midsize electric car. It sends power to all four wheels through an automatic transmission.
Its listed powertrain is an 88-and-208 kW ACPM 3-Phase electric setup. The defining number for daily planning is its 314-mile EPA range.
The numbers
The EPA rates this Model 3 at 314 miles of range. That is the estimated distance on a full charge under the EPA test cycle.
It returns 111 combined MPGe and uses 30.25 kWh per 100 miles. Those figures let you compare its energy use with other electric cars.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates the yearly electricity cost at $700. Your actual bill depends on the electricity rate and how much you drive.
A 240-volt charge takes 12 hours according to the EPA figure. That time matters if you need to add a full charge on a regular schedule.
How it compares
Use the 314-mile range when comparing this car with other entries in the electric-car range chart. Its 111 MPGe and 30.25 kWh per 100 miles are the efficiency figures to place beside similar models.
For other Tesla models, see the Tesla car list. The electric efficiency chart provides another comparison using MPGe and energy use.
Who it suits
This car suits a driver who wants an electric midsize car with all-wheel drive and enough EPA range for a 314-mile estimate between full charges.
It also fits someone who can plan around a 12-hour 240-volt charging time and wants to track running cost through an EPA estimate of $700 a year.
Trade-offs
All-wheel drive comes with the same 314-mile EPA range listed here, while energy use is 30.25 kWh per 100 miles. Those are the numbers to weigh against your driving needs.
The 12-hour 240-volt charge time requires planning for longer charging sessions. Electricity use and annual cost will vary with local rates and driving.
Verdict
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD centers on a 314-mile EPA range, 111 combined MPGe, and all-wheel drive. It is a sensible match for drivers who can charge on a 240-volt schedule and want a midsize electric car with a clear annual energy estimate of $700. If your routine depends on quick full-charge turnaround, the listed 12-hour charging time deserves close attention before choosing it.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPGe
- 111 MPGe
- EPA range
- 314 miles
- Energy use
- 30.3 kWh per 100 miles
- Annual fuel cost
- $700
- Charge time at 240 V
- 12 hours
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Midsize Cars
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 88 and 208 kW ACPM 3-Phase
- Transmission
- Automatic (A1)
- Fuel
- Electricity
Questions
How far can the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD go on a charge?
The EPA range is 314 miles.
What is its combined MPGe?
The EPA combined rating is 111 MPGe.
How much electricity does it use?
EPA energy use is 30.25 kWh per 100 miles.
What does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual electricity-cost estimate is $700.
How long does charging take?
The EPA lists 12 hours at 240 volts.
Is the Model 3 Performance AWD all-wheel drive?
Yes. The listed drive layout is All-Wheel Drive.
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