GradeTesla Model 3 Reliability Grade
Average reliability
Grade a specific Tesla Model 3
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Tesla Model 3 earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C for its motor and battery and an A- for its drivetrain. It ranks 1st of 4 electric vehicles we grade. The motor and battery (C) are its weaker area, so check battery health and charging history before buying. Grades are based on 3,981 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Tesla Model 3 reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Tesla Model 3 last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Tesla Model 3 vs. other electric vehicles
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | C | A- | B- |
| Tesla Model Y | C- | B | C |
| Tesla Model S | D | B- | C- |
| Tesla Model X | D | B- | C- |
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Is the Tesla Model 3 reliable?
Average reliability. The Tesla Model 3 earns a B- overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C for its motor and battery and an A- for its drivetrain. It ranks 1st of 4 electric vehicles we grade. The motor and battery (C) are its weaker area, so check battery health and charging history before buying. Grades are based on 3,981 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Tesla Model 3 last?
We estimate a well-maintained Tesla Model 3 lasts around 210,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Tesla Model 3?
No Tesla Model 3 model year stands out as exceptionally reliable in NHTSA owner complaints. The best-graded years are 2017, 2019 and 2020.
What Tesla Model 3 years should I avoid?
No Tesla Model 3 model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.
Is the Tesla Model 3 drivetrain reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Tesla Model 3 drivetrain an A- (excellent reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Tesla Model 3 motor and battery reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Tesla Model 3 motor and battery a C (below-average reliability).