Tesla · Updated June 2026
Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025): price, specs & release date
Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025), released 2025. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: greencarscompare.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) is listed at $36990 on greencarscompare.com as of 2026-06-27, the cheapest electric cars (median $51000); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 59/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 15 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Strong value: cheapest Model 3 at $38,380, about $5,750 below the Premium RWD for little lost content; Still fun to drive—quick off-center steering, 0.88 g skidpad, and retains the panoramic glass roof unlike the base Model Y.
- Skip if Real-world highway range disappoints: 270 mi in C/D's 75-mph test vs the 321-mi EPA estimate is a dealbreaker.
Is the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) a good buy?
At $36990, the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) is the cheapest of the 15 electric cars we track, where the median is $51000. On the spec sheet, its battery kwh of 69.5 is the lowest of the 15, its seats of 5 is the lowest of the 15, and its release of 2025 is the highest of the 15. By release date, it is the newest of the 15 we date.
Evidence of Record
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One independent lab measured this product across 11 physical metrics — 0-60 mph, quarter-mile, top gear 50-70 and 8 more. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far.
0-60 mph · quarter-mile · top gear 50-70 · range · battery · braking 70-0 mph · roadholding · 70-mph cruising interior · observed efficiency · speed · weight
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025)
Only one whitelisted outlet survived verification: Car and Driver, which instrumented-tested this exact entry-level Model 3 RWD (the trim formerly badged 'Standard,' launched as a 2026 model). They praise its value, quiet cabin, and handling, and it beat Tesla's own acceleration claim (0-60 in 5.4 sec vs an estimated 5.8). But their steady 75-mph highway range test returned just 270 miles—well under the 321-mile EPA rating—and peak DC charging is capped lower than other Model 3 trims.
Based on 1 review · 1 lab-tested · 2026-05-28
Tested by Car and Driver
Consistently praised
- Strong value: cheapest Model 3 at $38,380, about $5,750 below the Premium RWD for little lost content
- Still fun to drive—quick off-center steering, 0.88 g skidpad, and retains the panoramic glass roof unlike the base Model Y
- Quiet, comfortable cabin and satisfyingly quick acceleration (0-60 in 5.4 sec, beating Tesla's 5.8 sec estimate)
Commonly flagged
- Real-world highway range disappoints: 270 mi in C/D's 75-mph test vs the 321-mi EPA estimate
- Lower peak DC charging (225 kW rated / 187 kW observed) than other Model 3 trims
- Austere, cut-down cabin—cloth seats, no dash ambient lighting, a rear that feels 'a bit too much like a New York City taxicab', and no Apple CarPlay
Where reviewers disagree Only one source survived verification, so no cross-source consensus or disagreement can be assessed. The single notable caveat is internal to Car and Driver's own testing: their steady 75-mph highway protocol returned 270 miles, below the 321-mile EPA figure—a gap typical of high-speed highway range testing rather than evidence of a defect.
The sources (1)
0-60 mph (C/D track test): 5.4 sec · Quarter-mile: 13.7 sec @ 107 mph · Top gear 50-70 mph: 2.4 sec · 75-mph highway range test: 270 mi · DC fast-charge 10-90%: 44 min (peak 187 kW, avg 79 kW) · Braking 70-0 mph: 166 ft · Roadholding, 300-ft skidpad: 0.88 g · 70-mph cruising interior sound: 69 dBA · Observed efficiency: 109 MPGe · Top speed (governed): 126 mph · Curb weight: 3721 lb
HIGHS: A lower price for a wider audience; retains the glass roof, unlike the Model Y; still fun enough in the curves.
LOWS: Lower highway range than we'd like, lower peak charging than other Model 3s, cut cabin tech lends a taxicab vibe.
Our 75-mph highway range test brought a 270-mile result—a far cry from the EPA's 300-plus-mile estimates, and 40 miles less than we achieved in a 2024 Long Range RWD variant.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $36990 US MSRP base Standard RWD trim, greencarscompare.com 2025 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Tesla |
| Released | 2025 |
| Range mi | 321 |
| Battery kwh | 69.5 |
| Peak charge (kW) | 225 |
| Zero to 60 s | 5.8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo cuft | 21 |
Source: greencarscompare.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by ev-database.org. VERIFIED 2026-06-15: Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (new 2025/26 'Standard' trim) US MSRP $36,990 (excl. destination) — confirmed by autoevolution and Car and Driver. EPA range 321 mi on 18" wheels (303 mi on optional 19"); prior value 305 was not a real EPA/real-world figure for this trim and was corrected to the EPA base 321. 0-60 mph 5.8s and 225 kW Supercharger peak confirmed (arenaev Model 3 Standard 2025, 69 kWh total). Battery 69.5 kWh usable retained (US NMC pack; Tesla does not publish exact usable kWh). Note: the new 'Standard' trim is distinct from the LFP 60 kWh Highland RWD on ev-database.org.
Is the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) worth it vs cheaper electric cars?
Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) against its closest cheaper and pricier electric cars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 15 ranked
| Product | Price | Range mi | Battery kwh | Peak charge (kW) | Zero to 60 s | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) this | $36990 | 321 | 69.5 | 225 | 5.8 | RWD |
| Tesla Model Y Standard RWD (2025) | $39990 | 294 | 69.5 | 225 | 6.8 | RWD |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025)?
Only one whitelisted outlet survived verification: Car and Driver, which instrumented-tested this exact entry-level Model 3 RWD (the trim formerly badged 'Standard,' launched as a 2026 model). They praise its value, quiet cabin, and handling, and it beat Tesla's own acceleration claim (0-60 in 5.4 sec vs an estimated 5.8). But their steady 75-mph highway range test returned just 270 miles—well under the 321-mile EPA rating—and peak DC charging is capped lower than other Model 3 trims. Praised: Strong value: cheapest Model 3 at $38,380, about $5,750 below the Premium RWD for little lost content; Still fun to drive—quick off-center steering, 0.88 g skidpad, and retains the panoramic glass roof unlike the base Model Y; Quiet, comfortable cabin and satisfyingly quick acceleration (0-60 in 5.4 sec, beating Tesla's 5.8 sec estimate). Flagged: Real-world highway range disappoints: 270 mi in C/D's 75-mph test vs the 321-mi EPA estimate; Lower peak DC charging (225 kW rated / 187 kW observed) than other Model 3 trims; Austere, cut-down cabin—cloth seats, no dash ambient lighting, a rear that feels 'a bit too much like a New York City taxicab', and no Apple CarPlay. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) cost?
The Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) has a US price of $36990 (US MSRP base Standard RWD trim, greencarscompare.com 2025), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) compare on price?
At $36990, the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) is the cheapest of the 15 electric cars we track, where the median is $51000.
When was the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) released?
The Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) was released 2025.
What are the Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025)'s key specs?
Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD (2025) (Tesla): range mi 321, battery kwh 69.5, peak charge kw 225, zero to 60 s 5.8, drivetrain RWD. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $36990 at greencarscompare.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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