2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard
Current
Model 3 (Highland) · Sedan · RWD
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The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard is a sedan in production since 2025. It features a single motor (permanent magnet) RWD powertrain. EPA-rated range is 321 miles. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.8 seconds. Top speed is 125 mph. Manufactured at Shanghai / Fremont, CA.
321miEPA Range
5.8s0-60 mph
125mphTop Speed
286HPPower
69.5kWhBattery
$37kat launchBase Price
Tesla's October 2025 push for an affordable lineup produced the Model 3 Standard: $36,990, 321 miles of range, and a long list of deletions. Cloth seats replace vegan leather, the glass roof gives way to a solid one, and the wheels shrink to 18 inches.
The formula mirrors the Model Y Standard launched the same day. Range barely suffers because the lighter spec offsets the pack, and for buyers who wanted a Tesla at a Camry price this is the closest the company has come since the original $35,000 promise.
What changed vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland)
- EPA range: -42 mi vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland) (reduced)
- 0-60 mph: +0.9s vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland) (reduced)
- Battery capacity: -10 kWh vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland) (reduced)
- Peak Supercharger: -80 kW vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland) (reduced)
EPA Range by Wheel
| 18" Photon | 272 mi |
| 19" Nova | 253 mi |
Charging
| Peak DC Fast | 170 kW |
| DC Fast 10-80% | ~27 min |
| AC Onboard Charger | 11 kW |
| Home L2 (full charge) | ~6.3 hrs |
| Connector | NACS |
Full Specifications
| Model Years | 2025–present |
| Model | Tesla Model 3 |
| Variant | Standard |
| Status | Current |
| Generation | Model 3 (Highland) |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Motor(s) | Single Motor (Permanent Magnet) |
| Battery Capacity | 69.5 kWh |
| EPA Range | 321 miles |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec |
| Top Speed | 125 mph |
| Horsepower (est.) | 286 HP |
| Curb Weight | 3,862 lbs |
| Cargo Volume | 22.9 cu ft |
| Length | 184.8" |
| Width | 72.4" |
| Height | 56.8" |
| Wheelbase | 113.2" |
| Launch Base Price | $36,990 |
| Production Start | 2025-10 |
| Production End | In production |
| Autopilot | TACC standard, FSD subscription optional |
| Factory | Shanghai / Fremont, CA |
Configuration
Colors
Stealth GreyPearl White Multi-CoatSolid BlackDeep Blue MetallicUltra Red
Wheel Options
18" Photon19" Nova
Warranty & Federal Credit
| Basic Vehicle Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Battery & Drive Unit | 8 years / 120,000 miles |
| Federal EV Tax Credit | Not available after September 30, 2025 (formerly listed as eligible) |
Notable Features
- $36,990 launch price, cheapest Model 3 since 2019
- Cloth seats, no glass roof, 18-inch wheels
- Launched alongside Model Y Standard, October 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the EPA range of the 2026 Model 3 Standard?
EPA range is 272 miles on the smaller wheels and 253 miles on the larger wheels. See the range-by-wheel table for the exact split.
How fast is the 2026 Model 3 Standard 0-60 mph?
Tesla quotes 5.8 seconds 0-60 mph (with one-foot rollout subtracted, per Tesla's standard). Top speed is 125 mph.
How fast does the 2026 Model 3 Standard charge?
170 kW peak at a Tesla Supercharger, with a 10-80% charge in roughly 27 minutes. On a Level 2 home charger it accepts up to 11 kW AC, so a full charge from empty takes about 6.3 hours. Connector: NACS.
What's the battery warranty on the 2026 Model 3 Standard?
Tesla's battery and drive unit limited warranty covers 8 years or 120,000 miles (whichever comes first), with at least 70% capacity retention.
Does the federal EV tax credit apply to the 2026 Model 3 Standard now?
No, not for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. Before that cutoff, this trim was listed as qualifying for up to $7,500 when buyer income, MSRP, final assembly, battery sourcing, and acquisition-date rules were met.
How is the 2026 Model 3 Standard different from the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland)?
EPA range: -42 mi vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland) (reduced); 0-60 mph: +0.9s vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland) (reduced); Battery capacity: -10 kWh vs the 2025 Long Range RWD (Highland) (reduced). See the "What changed" section above for the full list.
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