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The Tesla Model 3 Buyers Guide

This is a simple Tesla Model 3 Guide for prospective buyers, intended for quick and easy access. Contains versions, price, options, add-ons, maintenance required and service schedule, and recommended accessories.

The following is a guide for the Tesla Model 3. In it, you will find: versions, price, options, add-ons, maintenance required and service schedule, and accessories. It is intended to be a quick and easy place to get information about the Tesla Model 3 car.

Tesla Model 3 Versions

Model 3 Standard Range

The standard range version of the Model 3 comes with rear wheel drive, an estimated range of 263 miles, a 140 mph top speed, and a 0-60 mph in 5.3 seconds. The starting price is $39,990.

Model 3 Long Range

The long range version of the Model 3 comes with dual-motor all-wheel drive, an estimated range of 353 miles, a 145 mph top speed, and a 0-60 mph in 5.3 seconds. The starting price is $49,990.

Model 3 Performance

The performance version of the Model 3 comes with dual-motor all-wheel drive, an estimated range of 315 miles, a 162 mph top speed, and a 0-60 mph in about 3.1 seconds. The starting price is $56,990.

Model 3 Dimensions

The Model 3 is this big:

Length: 184.8 in
Width: 72.8 in
Height: 56.8 in

Model 3 Add-Ons

All three Model 3 versions come with the following paint options:

White: Comes standard
Solid Black: Costs $1,000
Midnight Silver Metallic: Costs $1,000
Deep Blue Metallic: Costs $1,000
Red Multi-Coat: Costs $2,000

The standard range and long range Model 3 come with the following tire upgrade options:

18 inch aero wheels: Comes standard
19 inch sport wheels: Costs $1,500

The performance version has these options:

20 inch Uberturbine wheels: Comes standard

All three Model 3 versions come with the following interior options:

Black: comes standard
Black and white: Costs $1,000

All three Model 3 versions have the option of purchasing full self-driving for $10,000. Eventually, this will allow you to autosteer on city streets.

Model 3 Maintenance and Service Schedule

The Model 3 has the following recommended maintenance and service schedule:

Service should be as-needed.

Daily checks:

Battery level
Tire pressure
Exterior lights
Unexpected alerts
Brakes
Seat belts
No fluid below the car
Car exterior

Monthly checks

Windshield washer fluid
Air conditioning is working

Yearly checks

Clean brake calipers
Tire rotation (or every 6,250-10,000 miles)

Every 2 years checks

Break fluid health check
Change air filter

Every 3 years checks

HEPA filter replacement

Every 6 years checks

A/C bag replacement and A/C service

Winter care

Clean brake calipers every year (or 12,500 miles)

Top accessories/extras for the Model 3

The following are extras that could be done to the Model 3 or put inside the car to enhance and protect it.

Tinted windows - To help reduce sunlight
Wrap - to wrap and add style, like an Iridescent Tesla
Floor seats - to provide greater coverage and a better look
Touch screen protector - to help protect the center console screen
Sun shade - to help protect the inside of the car from heat
LED lights - to help light up the dim interior

We hope you found this Model 3 guide helpful!

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Jeremy Johnson is a Tesla investor and supporter. He first invested in Tesla in 2017 after years of following Elon Musk and admiring his work ethic and intelligence. Since then, he's become a Tesla bull, covering anything about Tesla he can find, while also dabbling in other electric vehicle companies. Jeremy covers Tesla developments at Torque News. You can follow him on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram to stay in touch and follow his Tesla news coverage on Torque News.