Will the 2026 Tesla Model 3 clear the snow?
No. 6 in of snow is too deep.
5.5in of clearance
- 0.5 in short.
- 2026 Tesla Model 3 RWD.
- AWD or 4WD on 2 of 5 trims. This trim: RWD.
- Higher than 55% of 47 sedans (2026).
6 inches of snow.
| Snow depth | Margin | Clears |
|---|---|---|
| 4 in | +1.5 in | Yes |
| 6 in | -0.5 in | No |
| 8 in | -2.5 in | No |
| 10 in | -4.5 in | No |
| 12 in | -6.5 in | No |
| Trim | Drivetrain | Clearance, in | Margin | Clears |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD | RWD | 5.5 | -0.5 in | No |
| Standard RWD | RWD | 5.5 | -0.5 in | No |
| Premium RWD | RWD | 5.5 | -0.5 in | No |
| Premium AWD | AWD | 5.5 | -0.5 in | No |
| Performance AWD | AWD | 5 | -1 in | No |
What this cannot tell you
Clearance at rest, empty. Load lowers it.
Tires and drivetrain not scored.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree