2025 Tesla Model 3
2025 Tesla Model 3 — The Tesla Model 3 is a battery electric powered mid-size sedan with a fastback body style built by Tesla, Inc., introduced in 2017.
Trim: Long Range AWD
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2025 Tesla Model 3 snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2025 Tesla Model 3 typically asks about $31,200 versus a $38,990 starting MSRP when new — roughly 80% retained. The 2025 Tesla Model 3 has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Electrical System) and 110 owner complaints. Versus 2024, our catalog shows no material spec or trim changes — the older Model 3 is often the better used buy unless you need a 2025-only fix.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$31,200
80% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$38,990
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
110
Top: Unknown Or Other
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2025 Model 3?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 110 owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Model 3. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Electrical System
2025-10-10
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.
Campaign 25V690000
Back Over Prevention
2025-01-07
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number…
Campaign 25V002000
Tires
2024-12-17
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the…
Campaign 24V935000
Owner complaints
110 complaints · 24 crash-related · 7 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other27
- Steering24
- Electrical System14
- Forward Collision Avoidance11
- Vehicle Speed Control11
- Exterior Lighting4
- Structure4
- Lane Departure3
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance 3-Month Review - Is It Worth It?
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Is 2025 worth more than 2024?
Usually no — our catalog shows no material spec or trim lineup changes vs the 2024 Model 3. For used shopping, the older year is often the better value unless you need a specific fix or feature from 2025.
How much does a used 2025 Model 3 cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $31,200 in typical used asking against a $38,990 starting MSRP — roughly 80% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $38,990
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $31,200
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 80% of MSRP
~$7,790 below MSRP
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How does the Model 3 compare to rivals?
Side-by-side used-buyer numbers — MSRP vs asking, recalls, and running costs — for popular matchups.
- Model 3 vs BMW 3 Series — Used Model 3 or 3 Series — EV efficiency or gas luxury sports sedan?
What should a used buyer know about the 2025 Model 3?
The 2025 Tesla Model 3 sits 1 model year behind the newest 2026 — use the snapshot above for price and recall context before reading the full overview. The 2025 Tesla Model 3 continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Tesla Model 3 is a battery electric powered mid-size sedan with a fastback body style built by Tesla, Inc., introduced in 2017. The vehicle is marketed as being more affordable to more people than previous models made by Tesla. The Model 3 was the world's top-selling plug-in electric car for three years, from 2018 to 2020, before the Tesla Model Y, a crossover SUV based on the Model 3 chassis, took the top spot. In June 2021, the Model 3 became the first electric car to pass global sales of 1 million. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2025, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet. For the 2025 model year, published dimensions include overall length 185.8 in, width 72.8 in, height 56.7 in, and wheelbase 113.4 in, with curb weight around 4030.0 lb.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- Wheelbase 113.4 in
- Curb weight about 4030.0 lb
- About 185.8 × 72.8 in (L×W)
- EPA combined 137 mpg
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2025 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 346 hp, 0–60 in 4.2 s, 137 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
346 hp
0–60
4.2 s
Combined MPG
137 mpg
EV range
341 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2025 selected trim (~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$549
5-year energy
$2,743
- Powertrain
- Battery electric
- Based on
- ~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $0.16/kWh · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- Dual-motor electric
- Aspiration
- Electric
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Electricity
- Electrification
- BEV
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 185.8 in
- Width
- 72.8 in
- Height
- 56.7 in
- Wheelbase
- 113.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4030.0 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 137
- Electric range
- 341 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Long Range AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 346 hp | 272 hp |
| 0–60 | 4.2 s | — |
| Engine | Dual-motor electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| EV range | 341 mi | 272 mi |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 272 | — | — | — | RWD | |
| 346 | — | 4.2s | — | AWD | |
| 510 | — | 2.9s | — | AWD |