2023 Tesla Model 3 dimensions: length, width, height, weight, cargo
Length
184.8in long
- 15 ft 4.8 in. 4.69 m.
- 72.8 in wide, 56.8 in tall. 3,862 lb.
- RWD.
- Compact sedan.
Dimensions by trim
| Trim | Length | Width | With mirrors | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD | 184.8 in | 72.8 in | 82.2 in | 56.8 in | 113.2 in | 5.5 in | 38.8 ft |
| Standard RWD | 184.8 in | 72.8 in | 82.2 in | 56.8 in | 113.2 in | 5.5 in | 38.0 ft |
| Long Range AWD, Performance AWD | 184.8 in | 72.8 in | 82.2 in | 56.8 in | 113.2 in | 5.5 in | 38.0 ft |
| Trim | Curb weight |
|---|---|
| RWD | 3,862 lb |
| Standard RWD | 3,862 lb |
| Long Range AWD | 4,034 lb |
| Performance AWD | 4,048 lb |
| Trim | Cargo, seats up | Cargo, max | Passenger volume | Front legroom | Rear legroom | Front headroom | Rear headroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD | 19.8 cu ft | 22.9 cu ft | 97.0 cu ft | 42.7 in | 35.2 in | 40.3 in | 37.7 in |
| Standard RWD | 19.8 cu ft | 22.9 cu ft | 97.0 cu ft | 42.7 in | 35.2 in | 40.3 in | 37.7 in |
| Long Range AWD, Performance AWD | 19.8 cu ft | 22.9 cu ft | 97.0 cu ft | 42.7 in | 35.2 in | 40.3 in | 37.7 in |
Weight
- Curb weight
- 3,862 lb
- Kilograms
- 1,752 kg
- US tons
- 1.9 tons
RWD. All trims: 3,862 lb to 4,048 lb.
Heavier than 59% of 76 sedans (2023).
Garage fit
| Garage | Fits | Spare length | Each side |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single, 12 x 22 ft | Yes | 79.2 in | 35.6 in |
| Single, 14 x 24 ft | Yes | 103.2 in | 47.6 in |
| Double, 20 x 20 ft | Yes | 55.2 in | 83.6 in |
| Double, 24 x 24 ft | Yes | 103.2 in | 107.6 in |
| Door | Fits | Spare width | Above roof |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 ft wide, 7 ft tall | Yes | 13.8 in | 27.2 in |
| 9 ft wide, 7 ft tall | Yes | 25.8 in | 27.2 in |
Door width check uses the mirrors: 82.2 in.
Your garage
Second car
Garage 12 x 22 ft. Door 9 x 7 ft.
- Yes. 79.2 in spare length. 35.6 in each side.
- Door: 25.8 in spare width. 27.2 in above the roof.
Size class
Compact sedan.
Longer than 24% of 83 sedans (2023).
Median of 83 sedans (2023): 192.9 in long.
Cargo, seats up: 19.8 cu ft. More than 92% of 73 sedans (2023).
Bigger and smaller rivals
| Model | Length | vs Model 3 | Cargo, seats up | vs Model 3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Stinger | 190.2 in | +5.4 in | N/A | N/A |
| Audi A4 | 187.5 in | +2.7 in | 12.0 cu ft | -7.8 cu ft |
| Tesla Model Y | 187.0 in | +2.2 in | 30.2 cu ft | +10.4 cu ft |
| Lexus IS | 185.4 in | +0.6 in | 10.8 cu ft | -9.0 cu ft |
| Tesla Model 3 | 184.8 in | - | 19.8 cu ft | - |
| Mercedes-Benz CLA | 184.6 in | about the same | N/A | N/A |
| Genesis G70 | 184.4 in | about the same | 10.5 cu ft | -9.3 cu ft |
| Alfa Romeo Giulia | 182.5 in | -2.3 in | N/A | N/A |
| Audi RS 3 | 178.8 in | -6.0 in | 11.0 cu ft | -8.8 cu ft |
Legroom and headroom
RWD.
- Front legroom
- 42.7 inMore than 85% of 83 sedans (2023).
- Rear legroom
- 35.2 inMore than 31% of 84 sedans (2023).
- Front headroom
- 40.3 inMore than 89% of 81 sedans (2023).
- Rear headroom
- 37.7 inMore than 65% of 84 sedans (2023).
Tall drivers: front legroom and headroom in the top 25% of sedans.
What this cannot tell you
Outline is a body-style template scaled to these numbers.
Garage fit ignores shelves, steps and open doors.
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