2017 Tesla Model 3 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test
Good
Source   IIHS.org
MPG (up to)
131 City / 120 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
258 -271
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Frances S
Tesla model 3: a great car. We already have the model s which we also love.
The car drives great. The ride is very smooth. Has fantastic get up and go. It is very quiet, as are all electric cars. The company service is great. Updates are sent electronically and frequently. I love the screen / dashboard. It shows everything you need to know about the car. It even has the whole owners manual on the screen.
accountCircle Bill U
It's fast, fun, and actually efficient too.
I love the savings from being electric. I really enjoy the instant acceleration. I also love the advanced features.
accountCircle Ryan H
It's the best car ever made. Affordable family car with sports car acceleration and built for 2018 and beyond. Leaves traditional automakers in the dust.
Love everything about it. Intuitive design - everything works like you'd expect it should. Love the quiet, smooth, and powerful acceleration - that's the hook. Everything else is gravy. Love that I barely touch the brake pedal. Nav system is amazing. Music possibilities are everything you could ask for. Hvac, visibility, storage, legroom, seat comfort - all adds up to an incredible experience. It's a freaking dream.
accountCircle Linda J
The Tesla Model 3 is totally fun to drive. It saves on gas costs too.
The Tesla Model 3 is just awesome. It is very reasonably priced and saves me so much money on gas! It runs so well. It was plenty of get up and go on the freeway. It is totally enjoyable to drive! I plug it in at my own home and my PG&E has not gone up too much.
accountCircle Stephon S
The Tesla Model 3 is having to be unique, interesting, and compact.
There has been no problems so far towards using the Tesla Model 3, as I do feel comfortable towards sitting inside where there is enough leg room to bear and drive the car. In addition, there is also the fun of having to store items in the front and back of the car. The feeling of driving the car also helps as there is the long-range capacity of driving, as well as of having the need of silence inside
accountCircle Paula L
Rest in Peace Gasoline! No more gas stations.
It's absolutely the best car I've ever had. Love NO GAS. Customer Service with the Tesla Dealership exceptional. Comfort level of vehicle - superb. Plus it looks awesome. Better to go electric than continue the old school way of using gas.
accountCircle Nancy N
Good gas mileage for a van which usually has poor mileage.
Toyota gives the best service after buying from them. We have purchased 5 vehicles from them because of the service. We receive oil changes and car washes.
accountCircle David O
Tesla model 3 is a great car for the money spent.
No problems, this vehicle has been amazing. I am so happy with it that I am looking at upgrading to a tesla model s or the roadster if I can get one in the very near future. The service you get from tesla is second to none. I would buy from them every time.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Julie E
It drives itself on autopilot.
The car is pretty reliable with no problems or quality issues. Can is easy to drive and take care. You do not have to worry about putting gas in the car all you have to do is charge it which is extremely easy to do. Would recommend the car to everyone who needs to buy a car right now.

Tesla Model 3 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Standard
258 HP 5 Seats
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Long Range
271 HP 126 MPG 5 Seats
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2017 Tesla Model 3 Owner Reviews

4.77
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5 stars 81%
4 stars 16%
3 stars 1%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Stephon S on April 4, 2021
The Tesla Model 3 is having to be unique, interesting, and compact.
There has been no problems so far towards using the Tesla Model 3, as I do feel comfortable towards sitting inside where there is enough leg room to bear and drive the car. In addition, there is also the fun of having to store items in the front and back of the car. The feeling of driving the car also helps as there is the long-range capacity of driving, as well as of having the need of silence inside
accountCircle Max A on March 18, 2021
Tesla can drive on its own, but of course I still have to pay attention to the road.
Tesla always works and has really reduced my level of stress and helps me drive. I'm usually very anxious when driving, but Tesla helped with the anxiety.
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Ranks #2 Hybrid & Electric by Owners

The 2017 Tesla Model 3 has an average owner rating of 4.77 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 27 other Hybrid & Electrics.

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2017 Volkswagen e-Golf
5
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2017 Tesla Model 3
4.81
3
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2017 BMW i8
4.72

Ranks #3 Hybrid & Electric by Fuel Economy

The 2017 Tesla Model 3 has a combined MPG of 131 which ranks it #3 of 28 other Hybrid & Electrics.

1
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2017 Hyundai Ioniq
150 MPG
2
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2017 BMW i3
137 MPG
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2017 Tesla Model 3
131 MPG

Is The 2017 Tesla Model 3 A Good Car?

Yes, it takes no gas. It also looks pretty fashionable and easily up to speed. I like how it can charge very easily and near anywhere I am.
Fredy R.

How Reliable Is The 2017 Tesla Model 3?

It is very reliable. The long range vehicle has a lot of battery, however a road trip would be a problem.
Fredy R.

Is The 2017 Tesla Model 3 A Good Value?

About $20,000. I think it is really worth it, you never need to buy gas, and it's very battery efficient.
Fredy R.

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
(Not Rated)
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety