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2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range RWD
Discontinued Model 3 (Original) · Sedan · RWD

The 2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range RWD was a sedan produced from 2019 to 2019. It features a single motor (permanent magnet) RWD powertrain. EPA-rated range is 220 miles with 130 MPGe. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds. Top speed is 130 mph. Manufactured at Fremont, CA.

220miEPA Range
5.3s0-60 mph
130mphTop Speed
283HPPower
50kWhBattery

The car Tesla bet the company on. Elon Musk unveiled the Model 3 in March 2016 to nearly 400,000 reservations within weeks, each backed by a $1,000 deposit. The $35,000 starting price was the whole point: make an electric car normal people could actually buy.

The Standard Range trim with its 50 kWh battery didn't actually ship until early 2019, well after the Long Range version. Tesla struggled to hit that price target while staying solvent, and the base SR was only briefly available for order before being pulled from the online configurator. You had to call or visit a store to get one. It remains one of the most significant cars of the 21st century, electric or otherwise.

What changed vs the 2018 Long Range RWD
  • EPA range: -90 mi vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (reduced)
  • Estimated horsepower: +25 HP vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (improved)
  • 0-60 mph: +0.2s vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (reduced)
  • Top speed: -10 mph vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (reduced)
  • Battery capacity: -25 kWh vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (reduced)
  • Peak Supercharger: -80 kW vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (reduced)
Charging
Peak DC Fast170 kW
DC Fast 10-80%~40 min
AC Onboard Charger7.7 kW
Home L2 (full charge)~6.5 hrs
ConnectorTesla (NACS)
Full Specifications
Model Years2019
ModelTesla Model 3
VariantStandard Range RWD
StatusDiscontinued
GenerationModel 3 (Original)
Body TypeSedan
Seats5
Doors4
DrivetrainRWD
Motor(s)Single Motor (Permanent Magnet)
Battery Capacity50 kWh
EPA Range220 miles
MPGe130
Efficiency26 kWh/100mi
0-60 mph5.3 sec
Top Speed130 mph
Horsepower (est.)283 HP
Curb Weight3,552 lbs
Cargo Volume15 cu ft
Length184.8"
Width72.8"
Height56.8"
Wheelbase113.2"
Production Start2019-02
Production End2019-03
AutopilotEnhanced Autopilot optional
FactoryFremont, CA
Warranty & Incentives
Basic Vehicle Warranty4 years / 50,000 miles
Battery & Drive Unit8 years / 100,000 miles
Notable Features
  • First $35k Tesla
  • 15" center touchscreen
  • Minimalist interior
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EPA range of the 2019 Model 3 Standard Range RWD?
The 2019 Model 3 Standard Range RWD is EPA-rated at 220 miles on a full charge, with 130 MPGe.
How fast is the 2019 Model 3 Standard Range RWD 0-60 mph?
Tesla quotes 5.3 seconds 0-60 mph (with one-foot rollout subtracted, per Tesla's standard). Top speed is 130 mph.
How fast does the 2019 Model 3 Standard Range RWD charge?
170 kW peak at a Tesla Supercharger, with a 10-80% charge in roughly 40 minutes. On a Level 2 home charger it accepts up to 7.7 kW AC, so a full charge from empty takes about 6.5 hours. Connector: Tesla (NACS).
What's the battery warranty on the 2019 Model 3 Standard Range RWD?
Tesla's battery and drive unit limited warranty covers 8 years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first), with at least 70% capacity retention.
How is the 2019 Model 3 Standard Range RWD different from the 2018 Long Range RWD?
EPA range: -90 mi vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (reduced); Estimated horsepower: +25 HP vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (improved); 0-60 mph: +0.2s vs the 2018 Long Range RWD (reduced). See the "What changed" section above for the full list.
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