2026 Tesla Model 3 transmission
Most common transmission
Single-speed
- Trims with it
- 5 of 5
- Manual
- Not offered
- Use a CVT
- 20%
- 69 sedans in 2026
Source marks: two or more sources agreeone source
| Trim | Engine | Type | Drivetrain | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD | electric | Single-speed | RWD | $36,990 |
| Standard RWD | electric | Single-speed | RWD | $36,990 |
| Premium RWD | electric | Single-speed | RWD | $42,490 |
| Premium AWD | electric | Single-speed | AWD | $47,490 |
| Performance AWD | electric | Single-speed | AWD | $54,990 |
Model 3 by model year
| Year | Most common | Types, trims | Trims listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | single-speed | Single-speed 4 | 4 |
| 2026 | single-speed | Single-speed 5 | 5 |
| 2025 | single-speed | Single-speed 4 | 4 |
| 2024 | single-speed | Single-speed 5 | 5 |
| 2023 | single-speed | Single-speed 4 | 4 |
| 2022 | single-speed | Single-speed 5 | 5 |
| 2021 | single-speed | Single-speed 3 | 3 |
| 2020 | single-speed | Single-speed 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | single-speed | Single-speed 8 | 8 |
| 2018 | single-speed | Single-speed 9 | 9 |
| 2017 | single-speed | Single-speed 3 | 3 |
Transmission types in sedans, 2026
| Type | Models | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic | 29 | 42% |
| CVT | 14 | 20% |
| Dual-clutch | 10 | 14% |
| Manual | 5 | 7% |
| Single-speed | 11 | 16% |
One trim per model: the cheapest with a listed transmission. 69 models.
Rivals
| Car | Most common | Manual trims | Trims listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | single-speed | 0 | 10 |
| 2026 Tesla Model S | single-speed | 0 | 3 |
| 2026 Tesla Model X | single-speed | 0 | 3 |
| 2026 Cadillac CT4 | 8-speed automatic | 1 | 12 |
| 2026 Hyundai Elantra N | 8-speed dual-clutch | 0 | 2 |
What this cannot tell you
Transmission as listed by the maker.
Speeds from the label.
- Two or more sources agree
- One source
- Model-level or estimate
- Sources differ