EV Select buyer's guide: researched from manufacturer data and independent range tests; not a road test. We haven't driven this car for this guide, and it contains no driving impressions or scores.
Why it's on our list
Tesla's cheapest car, with a 572 km WLTP range (more than the Premium RWD's 520 km).
It's in our $40k–$55k bracket, with 5,775 sold in Australia January to September 2026 (VFACTS/EVC). (Tesla Model 3 total, all variants)
Price
The Rear-Wheel Drive is $45,900 (list price before on-roads). A national indicative drive-away figure is about $50,465; get a dealer quote for your postcode. Prices are in AUD.
Battery and range
Claimed range is 572 km (WLTP).
Highway range tests
- 343 km at 120 km/h: Bjørn Nyland range test (Tesla Model 3 Standard, European-market car, 10°C, dry)
Overseas tests use overseas-market cars, weather and wheels, so treat them as a guide rather than a promise.
Charging
Peak DC fast charging is 175 kW.
Size and performance
| Body | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Drive | RWD |
| Seats | 5 |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s |
Warranty and safety
Check the current warranty and capped-price servicing terms on Tesla Australia's site, and the car's rating on ANCAP before you buy (see sources below). We only state ratings we have checked against ANCAP's own listing.
Rivals in the $40k–$55k bracket
- BYD Sealion 7 Premium RWD, $54,990
- Geely EX5 Complete, $41,990
- Kia EV5 Air Standard Range, $49,990
- Kia EV3 Air, $46,990
- All Tesla Model 3 variants in our EV database
- All EV Select buyer's guides by price
FAQ
How much is the Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive in Australia?
$45,900 (list price before on-roads).
What range does the Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive have?
572 km claimed (WLTP). The highest independent highway result is 343 km at 120 km/h.
How fast does the Model 3 charge?
Up to 175 kW DC.