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Tesla · model year 2026
2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD
Midsize · Rear-Wheel Drive · Electric · EPA class: Midsize Cars
Where it places
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Ordered by charge time at 240 V #521 of 818 - 1024 2026 cars and trucks
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The CarCody take
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD is a midsize electric car with rear-wheel drive and a 363-mile EPA range. It uses 24.64 kWh per 100 miles and carries a 137 MPGe combined figure. EPA estimates electricity at $550 a year. Charging at 240 volts takes 11.7 hours.
Good to know
- 363-mile EPA electric range
- 137 MPGe combined rating
- EPA annual electricity cost of $550
- Rear-wheel drive electric powertrain
Watch for
- 240-volt charging time is 11.7 hours
- Uses 24.64 kWh per 100 miles
- Rear-wheel drive is specified
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a long-range electric midsize car Buyers comfortable planning around 240-volt charging Drivers seeking a Tesla electric car
For shoppers focused on electric miles, this Model 3 offers a 363-mile EPA rating in a midsize body. Its 137 MPGe combined result and $550 annual electricity estimate provide straightforward operating figures. The 11.7-hour 240-volt charge time deserves equal attention, especially for drivers without a regular charging window. Rear-wheel drive is the specified drivetrain. It makes sense for someone who values range and can plan around the stated charging time.
What it is
This 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD is a midsize car powered by electricity. It uses a 225 kW ACPM 3-Phase motor, automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive.
Its defining figure is a 363-mile EPA range. That is the distance the car is rated to cover on a full charge under the EPA test cycle.
The numbers
Combined efficiency is 137 MPGe. The EPA energy-use figure is 24.64 kWh per 100 miles.
The 363-mile range is the number to use when planning longer drives. City and highway figures are not provided here, so there is no separate split to apply to your route.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates annual electricity cost at $550. That estimate puts the car's energy use into a yearly driving-cost figure.
At 24.64 kWh per 100 miles, each 100 miles uses about 24.64 kilowatt-hours under the EPA measure.
How it compares
Its 137 MPGe combined figure provides an EPA-rated efficiency reference for this car.
The listed model belongs to Tesla's Model 3 family.
Who it suits
This car fits a buyer who wants an electric midsize car with a long rated range and rear-wheel drive.
Its 363-mile EPA range suits drivers who want more miles between charges, while the $550 annual EPA fuel estimate gives a clear running-cost benchmark.
Trade-offs
A 240-volt charge is rated at 11.7 hours. Charging time therefore needs to fit your schedule and available outlet.
The car uses 24.64 kWh per 100 miles, and the specified drive is rear-wheel drive.
Verdict
The Model 3 Premium RWD centers on distance: 363 EPA miles from a charge. Its 137 MPGe rating and $550 annual electricity estimate make the running figures easy to understand. The main planning point is charging, with 11.7 hours listed at 240 volts. Choose it when a midsize electric car, rear-wheel drive, and a long rated range match your routine.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPGe
- 137 MPGe
- EPA range
- 363 miles
- Energy use
- 24.6 kWh per 100 miles
- Annual fuel cost
- $550
- Charge time at 240 V
- 11.7 hours
- Model year
- 2026
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Midsize Cars
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 225 kW ACPM 3-Phase
- Transmission
- Automatic (A1)
- Fuel
- Electricity
Questions
What is the EPA range of the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD?
The EPA range is 363 miles on a full charge.
What is its combined MPGe?
The combined EPA rating is 137 MPGe.
How much electricity does it use?
EPA energy use is 24.64 kWh per 100 miles.
What does it cost to fuel each year?
EPA estimates annual electricity cost at $550.
How long does charging take at 240 volts?
The listed 240-volt charge time is 11.7 hours.
What drivetrain does this Model 3 use?
It uses rear-wheel drive and an automatic transmission.
What kind of vehicle is it?
It is a 2026 midsize electric car.
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