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Tesla Australia overstated 2021 sales, says EV Council
Mea culpa. The Tesla Model 3 still dominated like no EV before it, however the numbers published yesterday, here and elsewhere, were wrong.
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About the Tesla Model 3
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2021 Tesla Model 3's used prices in Australia typically range from $36,700 for the Standard Range Plus Rwd variant and topping out at $51,400 for the Performance.
There are 3 variants of the Model 3 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2021.
Engine options include electric motor (190kW/375Nm). All variants feature 1 speed automatic transmission. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.
The 2021 Model 3 was offered with a 4 year, 160,000 km warranty.
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2021 Tesla Model 3 Price
Standard Range Plus
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| Automatic Electric RWD 4d Sedan | $59,900 |
Performance
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| Automatic Electric 4x4 4d Sedan | $93,601 |
Long Range
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| Automatic Electric 4x4 4d Sedan | $73,400 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 Tesla Model 3 Specs
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2021 Tesla Model 3 Dimensions
1443mm
1849mm
4694mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2021 Tesla Model 3 Fuel Economy
| Tesla Model 3 | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic Electric RWD 4d Sedan | Electric | - |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 20,000 km, whichever comes first.
2021 Tesla Model 3 Warranty
What is the warranty on a Tesla Model 3?
The Tesla Model 3 offers a 4 year 160,000 km limit warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Tesla Model 3 FAQs
The cheapest Tesla Model 3 is the STANDARD RANGE PLUS RWD that starts from $36,700.
The most expensive Tesla Model 3 is the PERFORMANCE that starts from $51,400.
The best towing capacity of a Tesla Model 3 is null kg offered by the following variants: STANDARD RANGE PLUS RWD, LONG RANGE AWD and PERFORMANCE.
The largest Tesla Model 3 is the STANDARD RANGE PLUS RWD which measures 1933mm wide, 4694mm in length and sits 1443mm tall.
The most powerful Tesla Model 3 is the PERFORMANCE which has 335kW of power from its ELECTRIC engine.
The Tesla Model 3 is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Tesla Model 3 is the PERFORMANCE which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Tesla Model 3 uses Electric.