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The Tesla Model 3 Performance is an eco-friendly electric sedan with an all-wheel-drive configuration belonging to Tesla's most affordable model range. This third-generation EV (Electric Vehicle) comes with a starting price of 59,000 dollars. Franz von Holzhausen was in charge of the design team that went into Tesla's production lines at Fremont, California, from 2018 onwards. This impressive vehicle comes with a Permanent-Magnet electric engine setup, 450Hp maximum output power, and 471Lb-ft torque. Its all-electric powertrain can get you anywhere you want under any weather condition, thanks to its space-age steel-aluminum metal structure delivering maximum strength for the car's lightweight body. Drivers love the sensation of accelerating seamlessly, quietly, and smoothly as they keep pushing down the pedal.
The Tesla Model 3 Performance charges up to 80% in 40 minutes on one of Tesla's Superchargers, delivering a 13kWh/100Km efficiency with a 352 miles range. The Model 3 increases the combined speed by adding Acceleration Boost, taking the car to a 162 Mph top speed and going from 0-60 Mph in 3.7 seconds. The standard tire set for this Tesla packs Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 235/35/R20 in front and 275/30/R20 in the rear. A lower sports suspension system and a performance braking package provide a stable and secure driving experience. The Tesla Model 3 Performance is a game-changer and a must-have for any electric car enthusiast. It is a severe contender for gasoline-powered vehicles, no wonder why it is such a top-selling EV.
Rank
horsepower
510
WEIGHT KG
1,851
Power to Weight
0.28
CURRENT VALUE
$28,000
OEM Specs
engine Description
Dual motor AWD (265kW rear + 137kW front), 82 kWh battery
drive Type
AWD
0-60 MPH
2.9 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
261
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$70,000
gearbox
SINGLE SPEED
torque
546 N.M
Model Years
2018-2023
YEAR NOTES
2018: The Model 3 Performance was launched, featuring dual-motor all-wheel drive, a performance-focused suspension, upgraded brakes, a top speed of 155 mph, and a 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds. It came standard with 20-inch performance wheels, a carbon fiber rear spoiler, and a Track Mode feature allowing drivers to adjust power distribution and regenerative braking for track use. It also included a lowered suspension for better handling.
2019: Tesla introduced software updates to improve Track Mode, adding more in-depth customization and telemetry tracking. The 0-60 mph time improved slightly to around 3.2 seconds due to software optimizations. Tesla also added Autopilot as a standard feature across all Model 3 trims, including the Performance version, enhancing driver assistance capabilities.
2020: The Model 3 Performance received a minor facelift with revised exterior trim, replacing the chrome accents with a "chrome delete" matte black finish for a more modern look. Inside, Tesla updated the center console with a wireless charging pad and USB-C ports. Range increased slightly due to battery efficiency improvements, with the EPA-estimated range reaching around 310 miles on a full charge. The 0-60 mph time improved to 3.1 seconds with software tweaks.
2021: Tesla made several updates, including a heat pump for more efficient heating and improved cold-weather performance, which also contributed to better overall range. The Performance model’s range increased to approximately 315 miles. Tesla introduced the new 20-inch Überturbine wheels, giving the Model 3 a more aggressive look, and slightly revised the suspension for a smoother ride. Additional interior updates included new door panel materials and minor layout changes.
2022: Minor software and battery improvements contributed to an even faster 0-60 mph time of around 3.1 seconds. Tesla updated the Model 3’s infotainment system with a new AMD Ryzen processor, making the interface more responsive and enhancing the in-car gaming experience. Tesla also introduced laminated rear windows for better sound insulation and slightly improved noise reduction.
2023: Tesla introduced further software optimizations, improving acceleration and range in real-world scenarios. Enhanced rear suspension components were added for improved comfort and stability. Tesla also introduced Tesla Vision, removing radar sensors and relying on camera-based Autopilot functionality, a shift that sparked discussions on the performance of advanced driver-assistance features.
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Popular Tesla Model 3 Performance Mk1 Mods by Level
From 39 documented buildsTrendsTesla Model 3 Performance Mk1 enthusiasts commonly upgrade to Hankook R-S4 or Yokohama ADVAN A052 tires, paired with Mountain Pass Performance (MPP) Sports Coilovers and control arms. Builds often escalate with Endless or AP Racing brakes, Stradale Designs aero, and APEX ARC-8 wheels, complemented by MPP cooling solutions.
Medium
OEM Pace+4.8% 26 builds
Tires
Yokohama Advan A0525· Hankook Ventus R-S44· Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R3· Nexen N'Fera SUR4G2· Falken Azenis RT6602
Suspension
Mountain Pass Performance Front Upper Control Arms7· Unplugged Performance Sway Bars7· Mountain Pass Performance Rear Suspension Arms7· Mountain Pass Performance Sports Coilovers6· MCS 1WNR Coilovers6
Brakes
AP Racing Radi-CAL6· Mountain Pass Performance Rear Rotors6· Endless RF-6505· Endless EX995· MPP Master Cylinder Brace4
Aero
Stradale Designs Front Splitter2· Unplugged Performance Dual Wing/Spoiler1· Stradale Design CF Front Splitter1· Trackwing LLC Wing1· Voltex Type 2 Wing1
Wheels
Apex ARC-85· Konig Ampliform2· Aspira 18x10.5 Wheels2· Apex EC-72· Aspira AF101
Other
Mountain Pass Performance ParyBox2· MPP Party Box & Cooling Party2· MPP Rear Oil Cooler2· Mountain Pass Performance Cooling Party Controller1· Mountain Pass Performance Partybox1
Heavy
OEM Pace+7% 2 builds
Tires
Nankang CRS1· Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS1· Nexen N'Fera Sport R1
Suspension
Öhlins FPSpec Long Stroke1· Redwood Spherical Bearing Floating Top Hats1· Redwood Sway Bars1· Redwood Adjustable End Links1· Redwood FUCA1
Brakes
Redwood AP Radical BBK1· Endless MX721· Mountain Pass Performance Brake Lines1
Lap Times
| Time | Track | Car | Mod | Driver | Tire | Lap Date | Date Added | vs Predict | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:14.9 | Toronto Motorsports Park (CW) | Medium | 12 Jul, 2022 | 12 Jul, 2022 | -2.72s | +3.52% | |||
| 2:50.8 | Bedford Autodrome (GT Circuit) | Stock | 21 Mar, 2023 | 16 Sep, 2023 | -5.77s | +3.51% | |||
| 1:58.8 | Maryhill Loops Road | Light | 19 Sep, 2022 | 13 Nov, 2025 | -4.24s | +3.46% | |||
| 42.5 | Adams Motorsports Park | Medium | 03 Jul, 2021 | 01 Jul, 2022 | -1.53s | +3.41% | |||
| 1:51.8 | Las Vegas Motor Speedway (2.4 Mile Outside Road Course) | Medium | 18 Feb, 2025 | 13 Mar, 2025 | -3.88s | +3.36% | |||
| 1:48.6 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Medium | 14 Apr, 2023 | 03 Nov, 2023 | -3.7s | +3.21% | |||
| 1:37.1 | The Bend Motorsport Park (West CW) | Stock | 19 Mar, 2022 | 13 Jun, 2026 | -2.94s | +3.14% | |||
| 1:20.7 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets CCW Pre 2022) | Medium | 30 Sep, 2023 | 24 Jun, 2026 | -2.57s | +3.07% | |||
| 54.8 | Pocono Raceway (North Road Course-CW) | Medium | 04 Jul, 2023 | 14 Feb, 2024 | -1.69s | +2.97% | |||
| 1:02.3 | Canaan Motor Club (CW) | Medium | 24 Sep, 2023 | 09 Jan, 2024 | -1.91s | +2.95% | |||
| 54.2 | La Junta Raceway (CW) | Medium | 02 May, 2023 | 09 Jan, 2026 | -1.38s | +2.46% | |||
| 1:21.3 | Thunderhill (West) | Medium | 18 Apr, 2023 | 16 Jun, 2023 | -1.99s | +2.37% | |||
| 1:15.8 | Toronto Motorsports Park (CW) | Medium | 12 Oct, 2022 | 02 Sep, 2024 | -1.83s | +2.35% | |||
| 1:14.0 | Dragon Race Track - Kaloyanovo (CW) | Stock | 07 Sep, 2021 | 03 Jan, 2024 | -1.64s | +2.29% | |||
| 1:52.8 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Medium | 06 Apr, 2021 | 18 Jan, 2026 | -2.63s | +2.26% | |||
| 1:39.6 | Pueblo Motorsports Park | Medium | 02 Jun, 2023 | 07 Jan, 2024 | -2.23s | +2.17% | |||
| 1:14.4 | Goldenport Park Circuit -Yiche (Beijing) | Stock | 09 Nov, 2019 | 12 Jan, 2026 | -1.39s | +1.94% | |||
| 1:21.9 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets CCW Pre 2022) | Medium | 03 Dec, 2023 | 12 Dec, 2023 | -1.56s | +1.85% | |||
| 1:35.4 | Circuit Calafat | Medium | 14 Mar, 2022 | 12 Jul, 2022 | -1.82s | +1.82% | |||
| 1:49.5 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Race | 11 Mar, 2022 | 06 Jul, 2022 | -2.11s | +1.81% | |||
| 1:27.7 | Portland International Raceway - PIR (w/ Chicane) | Stock | 11 Jun, 2024 | 12 Jun, 2024 | -1.29s | +1.53% | |||
| 1:52.9 | Arizona Motorsports Park - AMP (CCW) | Light | 20 Apr, 2023 | 23 Jan, 2026 | -1.64s | +1.51% | |||
| 1:53.7 | Circuit Parcmotor Castellolí | Medium | 22 Oct, 2022 | 27 Oct, 2022 | -1.64s | +1.38% | |||
| 58.3 | Lime Rock Park (CW) | Medium | 19 Aug, 2022 | 27 Oct, 2022 | -0.78s | +1.31% | |||
| 1:20.8 | Thunderhill (West) | Heavy | 07 Apr, 2025 | 09 Apr, 2025 | -0.81s | +0.96% | |||
| 1:13.9 | Dunnville Autodrome | Stock | 26 Jun, 2019 | 01 Nov, 2023 | -0.58s | +0.81% | |||
| 1:22.0 | Thunderhill (West) | Medium | 30 Apr, 2022 | 02 Jun, 2022 | -0.65s | +0.77% | |||
| 1:50.0 | MSR Houston (CCW) | Stock | 27 Aug, 2025 | 29 Jan, 2026 | -0.81s | +0.77% | |||
| 1:59.8 | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Stock | 04 Jul, 2022 | 26 Nov, 2022 | -0.81s | +0.67% | |||
| 42.6 | GTR Motorpark | Stock | 29 Sep, 2021 | 19 Sep, 2023 | -0.19s | +0.47% | |||
| 1:20.7 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets) | Medium | 08 Oct, 2023 | 17 Jul, 2024 | -0.34s | +0.41% | |||
| 1:19.8 | Summit Point Motorsports Park (Jefferson Extended Circuit CCW) | Medium | 16 Oct, 2022 | 01 Sep, 2024 | -0.26s | +0.32% | |||
| 1:37.3 | Laguna Seca (Current) | Medium | 09 Jan, 2024 | 24 Jan, 2024 | -0.29s | +0.29% | |||
| 58.8 | Lime Rock Park (CW) | Medium | 19 Aug, 2023 | 12 May, 2026 | -0.15s | +0.26% | |||
| 2:23.8 | Circuit of the Americas - COTA | Race | 19 Feb, 2022 | 26 Jul, 2023 | +0.28s | -0.19% | |||
| 1:37.5 | Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) | Medium | 29 Jun, 2019 | 13 Jul, 2022 | +0.23s | -0.23% | |||
| 1:58.9 | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Medium | 26 Apr, 2021 | 27 Nov, 2022 | +0.41s | -0.34% | |||
| 59.1 | Lime Rock Park (CW) | Medium | 30 May, 2019 | 07 Sep, 2022 | +0.22s | -0.37% | |||
| 1:36.2 | Alastaro Racing Circuit | Stock | 16 Jun, 2020 | 30 Nov, 2022 | +0.34s | -0.37% | |||
| 1:45.4 | Palmer Motorsports Park (CCW) | Medium | 18 Jul, 2021 | 11 Aug, 2022 | +0.52s | -0.48% | |||
| 52.1 | Autodrome Montmagny | Light | 29 May, 2024 | 28 Jan, 2026 | +0.25s | -0.50% | |||
| 1:30.7 | Pacific Raceways | Medium | 26 May, 2023 | 27 May, 2023 | +0.58s | -0.62% | |||
| 2:30.5 | Calabogie Motorsports Park (CW) | Light | 30 Sep, 2022 | 23 Apr, 2024 | +0.9s | -0.62% | |||
| 1:56.2 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Medium | 19 Sep, 2022 | 18 Sep, 2024 | +0.86s | -0.72% | |||
| 2:09.0 | High Plains Raceway (Full) | Stock | 16 Oct, 2020 | 07 Jan, 2024 | +0.95s | -0.77% | |||
| 1:38.2 | Laguna Seca (Current) | Medium | 27 Jul, 2024 | 02 Dec, 2024 | +0.86s | -0.85% | |||
| 40.8 | GTR Motorpark | Medium | 30 Apr, 2022 | 19 Jan, 2026 | +0.4s | -0.96% | |||
| 1:39.8 | Laguna Seca (Current) | Medium | 06 Oct, 2023 | 11 Oct, 2023 | +1.19s | -1.17% | |||
| 1:55.2 | Buttonwillow Raceway (Circuit) | Heavy | 12 May, 2025 | 04 Jul, 2025 | +1.49s | -1.26% | |||
| 1:59.9 | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Medium | 17 Nov, 2024 | 02 Dec, 2024 | +1.58s | -1.28% | |||
| 1:49.2 | Sonoma Raceway (Long Pre 2024) | Medium | 31 May, 2021 | 26 Jan, 2024 | +1.61s | -1.43% | |||
| 59.3 New | Kinnekulle Ring | Medium | 01 Jun, 2026 | 02 Jun, 2026 | +1.04s | -1.72% | |||
| 1:28.0 | Summit Point Motorsports Park (Main) | Light | 04 Sep, 2020 | 05 Jul, 2022 | +1.55s | -1.83% | |||
| 1:41.6 | Circuit de Bresse | Light | 30 Jul, 2020 | 04 May, 2024 | +1.89s | -1.93% | |||
| 1:33.0 | Atlanta Motorsports Park (CCW) | Medium | 08 Oct, 2021 | 20 Jul, 2022 | +1.86s | -1.96% | |||
| 1:20.6 | Auto Club Speedway (Infield Road Course) | Medium | 17 Nov, 2022 | 23 Nov, 2022 | +1.67s | -2.03% | |||
| 1:09.5 | Tor Modlin | Stock | 26 Jun, 2022 | 10 Oct, 2024 | +1.36s | -2.05% | |||
| 1:58.7 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Medium | 27 Jan, 2019 | 29 Jan, 2026 | +2.56s | -2.11% | |||
| 1:42.5 | The Bend Motorsport Park (West CW) | Stock | 12 Feb, 2022 | 31 Mar, 2022 | +2.09s | -2.12% | |||
| 1:33.0 | Dominion Raceway | Medium | 28 Aug, 2020 | 24 Jun, 2022 | +2.06s | -2.15% | |||
| 1:33.7 | Bikernieki | Light | 23 May, 2023 | 08 Aug, 2024 | +2.26s | -2.39% | |||
| 1:59.3 | Buttonwillow Raceway (13CW) | Heavy | 06 Mar, 2025 | 18 Apr, 2025 | +2.95s | -2.42% | |||
| 2:35.5 | Sebring (CW) | Stock | 27 Jan, 2024 | 15 Mar, 2024 | — | ||||
| 2:10.4 | Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) | Light | 10 Feb, 2019 | 13 Jan, 2026 | — | ||||
| 1:32.3 | Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) | Medium | 04 Dec, 2020 | 06 Mar, 2022 | +2.46s | -2.58% | |||
| 1:03.3 | Tsukuba Circuit | Medium | 21 Feb, 2020 | 14 Jan, 2026 | +1.66s | -2.60% | |||
| 1:53.3 | Sonoma Raceway (Long) | Light | 17 Oct, 2025 | 29 Nov, 2025 | +3.07s | -2.72% | |||
| 50.4 | Autodrome Montmagny | Medium | 30 Aug, 2025 | 28 Jan, 2026 | +1.49s | -2.91% | |||
| 1:18.9 | Florida International Rally & Motorsport Park-FIRM (Main Course w/o Shoebox CW) | Medium | 23 Mar, 2020 | 21 Oct, 2022 | +2.51s | -3.13% | |||
| 1:39.5 | NCCAR (CW) | Medium | 11 Mar, 2019 | 15 Jul, 2022 | +3.51s | -3.41% | |||
| 1:40.2 | Atlanta Motorsports Park (CCW) | Light | 19 May, 2022 | 21 Jan, 2023 | +3.41s | -3.52% | |||
| 1:53.0 | Inde Motorsports Ranch (Configuration 6 CW) | Light | 03 Sep, 2022 | 08 Oct, 2022 | +3.86s | -3.54% | |||
| 2:26.4 | Sebring (CW) | Medium | 15 Oct, 2023 | 16 Oct, 2023 | +5.49s | -3.63% | |||
| 1:33.2 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets Pre 2022) | Light | 18 Nov, 2019 | 31 Aug, 2022 | +3.59s | -4.00% | |||
| 1:24.8 | Willow Springs Raceway (Streets - CCW) | Medium | 29 Mar, 2022 | 24 Oct, 2024 | +3.53s | -4.03% | |||
| 1:33.9 | Willow Springs Raceway (Big Willow) | Medium | 30 May, 2019 | 09 Jun, 2023 | +4.13s | -4.26% | |||
| 3:01.7 | Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps | Stock | 09 Sep, 2025 | 14 Jan, 2026 | +8.22s | -4.70% | |||
| 1:55.1 | Auto Club Speedway (Road Course) | Medium | 07 Dec, 2022 | 02 Mar, 2024 | — | ||||
| 1:41.8 | Pacific Raceways | Light | 22 Nov, 2025 | 27 Nov, 2025 | +4.67s | -4.77% | |||
| 1:52.5 | Sonoma Raceway (Long) | Medium | 21 Nov, 2021 | 12 Jan, 2023 | +6.01s | -5.18% | |||
| 1:29.3 | Portland International Raceway - PIR (w/ Chicane) | Medium | 26 Apr, 2019 | 20 Apr, 2021 | +4.76s | -5.25% | |||
| 1:32.3 | Motorsport Ranch-MSR Cresson (1.7 CW) | Light | 10 Nov, 2019 | 21 Aug, 2022 | +5s | -5.65% | |||
| 2:04.0 | Chuckwalla Valley Raceway (CW) | Medium | 20 Feb, 2025 | 27 Feb, 2025 | +7.31s | -5.71% | |||
| 1:53.3 | Ridge Motorsports Park (Current) | Medium | 20 May, 2023 | 21 May, 2023 | +7.08s | -6.03% | |||
| 1:56.9 | Podium Club (CW) | Stock | 30 Oct, 2022 | 09 Nov, 2022 | +7.96s | -7.08% | |||
| 2:02.7 | Buttonwillow Raceway (Circuit) | Medium | 25 Jan, 2026 | 25 Jan, 2026 | +9.98s | -7.86% | |||
| 1:23.2 | Pocono Raceway (South East option 1 CCW) | Medium | 05 Jun, 2022 | 25 Feb, 2026 | +6.87s | -8.09% | |||
| 1:59.0 | Sonoma Raceway (Long) | Medium | 01 Feb, 2025 | 09 Apr, 2025 | — | ||||
| 2:02.2 | Sonoma Raceway (Long Pre 2024) | Medium | 11 Jul, 2022 | 04 Oct, 2024 | +12.81s | -10.33% | |||
| 2:13.7 | Virginia International Raceway - VIR (North) | Medium | 25 Mar, 2019 | 03 Dec, 2022 | +34.24s | -24.47% | |||
| 48.0 | Apple Valley Speedway | Heavy | 26 May, 2023 | 16 Dec, 2025 | — | — |
Top Modified Model 3 Performance Mk1
| Year | Driver Name | Mod | Horsepower | Tire | Tire Size | Vs Predict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 (Unplugged Performance Acension-R) | From Where I Charge | Medium | 480 | 40 ADVAN A005 | 310/690/19 | -10.71s |
| 2018 (w/V730) | Track My EV | Medium | 480 | 200 V730 | 275/35/19 | -8.39s |
| 2023 (cgoode/RE71RS) | cgoode1 | Medium | 480 | 200 Potenza RE-71RS | 235/35/20 / 275/30/20 | -7.66s |
| 2021 (The Spaniard) | Mountain Pass Performance | Medium | 479 | 100 AR-1 | 305/30/19 | -7.4s |
| 2020 (w/CR-1) | Martian Wheels | Medium | 480 | 200 CR-S (CR-1) | 305/30/19 | -6.89s |
| 2019 (Evasive Motorsports) | Dai Yoshihara | Race | 480 | 40 ADVAN A005 | 235/35/20 | -6.82s |
| 2022 (w/A052) | Evasive Motorsports | Medium | 450 | 200 ADVAN A052 | 235/35/20 | -6.47s |
| 2018 (w/A052) | Igorekgq | Medium | 480 | 200 ADVAN A052 | 235/35/20 | -6.32s |
| 2018 | 168 Track Time | Medium | 480 | 40 A7 | 275/35/18 | -5.69s |
| 2019 (Kraken) | Track'n The Kraken | Medium | 480 | 200 Potenza RE-71RS | 265/35/19 | -4.78s |