Trim Report

Tesla Model 3 Performance2021

Includes:TESMOD3|Performance
$9,999
Starting From
745
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 745 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $9,999
Max $59,900
From $9,999
Fresh

Performance Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$7,800
$8K–$34K
677 listings67,984 avg miles
Long Range
From$7,800
2,242 listings|$8K–$65K
Mid Range
From$15,250
92 listings|$15K–$31K
Performance
From$9,999
745 listings|$10K–$60K
Standard Range
From$11,999
1,340 listings|$12K–$38K
Standard Range Plus
From$7,500
641 listings|$8K–$31K

2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance Pricing

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Where to Find Tesla Model 3 Performance

Location data for all 2021 Tesla Model 3 trims combined

29States

14% of the market sits in Washington DC, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Tesla Model 3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Tesla Model 3 trims

High Concern

The 2021 Tesla Model 3's high safety profile includes 3 recall campaigns and 647 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

3
Recalls
647
Complaints
43
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
21V8340002021-25-10
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2021, 2023 Model 3 vehicles. The left and/or right side curtain air bag may have been improperly secured to the roof rail, which could result in a twisted air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 214, "Side Impact Protection" and 226, "Ejection Mitigation."

A twisted side curtain air bag may improperly deploy, increasing the risk of injury or occupant ejection during a crash.

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22V2630002022-18-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Model 3 Performance vehicles. The unit of speed (mph or km/h) may fail to display on the speedometer while in Track Mode. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

The driver may not know how fast the vehicle is traveling without the mph or km/h unit display, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V7980002022-21-10
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The second-row left seat belt buckle and second-row center seat belt anchor may have been incorrectly reassembled during vehicle service.

An incorrectly reassembled seat belt anchor can impair the performance of the seat belt during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Tesla Model 3 has accumulated 647 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with forward collision avoidance leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Forward Collision Avoidance199
02Service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance57
03Vehicle Speed Control,forward Collision Avoidance53
04Unknown Or Other41
05Vehicle Speed Control,service Brakes,forward Collision Avoidance33
647 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Tesla Model 3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Tesla Model 3 trims

113–142mpg combined
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118-150city
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107-133hwy
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$550-$650/yr

With 3 configurations tested, the 2021 Tesla Model 3 ranges from 113 to 142 MPG combined. That's a 29 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Model 3 Standard Range Plus RWD - Automatic (A1)
142mpg
Rear-Wheel DriveEV
150 city133 hwy~$550/yr10/10 Clean
Model 3 Long Range AWD - Automatic (A1)
134mpg
All-Wheel DriveEV
141 city127 hwy~$550/yr10/10 Clean
Model 3 Performance AWD - Automatic (A1)
113mpg
All-Wheel DriveEV
118 city107 hwy~$650/yr10/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Performance Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance

How does the Performance compare to other Tesla Model 3 trims?

with 745 listings tracked, the Performance sits in a specific spot in the 2021 Tesla Model 3 lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2021 Tesla Model 3 page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Tesla Model 3 Performance?

Budget for standard Performance maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2021 has 3 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Tesla Model 3 Performance?

The best model year for the Tesla Model 3 Performance comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Tesla Model 3 overview.

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