Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD Charging Cost in Canada
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in Canada, calculated from its battery capacity and local electricity rates, both at public DC fast charging and at home.
Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 79 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 250 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 11 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 478 km (EPA)
- Realistic range estimate
- 478 km
- Estimated efficiency
- 17 kWh/100 km
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- $2.81
- Battery chemistry
- NMC
A real-world estimate discounted from the manufacturer's claimed figure; actual distance depends on driving style, speed, and conditions.
Estimated from the realistic range, not a measured consumption figure; actual use varies with driving and conditions.
Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 47.4 kWh | 25 minutes | $21.33 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 79 kWh | 1 hours 2 minutes | $35.55 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 47.4 kWh | 4 hours 19 minutes | $8.06 |
Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD charging time by charger power
How long the Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD takes to charge at different charger power levels, capped by its own onboard limits.
| Charger | Power | Charge | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard outlet | 2.2 kW | 0% → 100% | 35 hours 55 minutes |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 11 hours 17 minutes |
| Public AC | 11 kW | 0% → 100% | 7 hours 11 minutes |
| DC fast | 250 kW | 10% → 80% | 28 minutes |
AC rows assume constant charging power and a 0% to 100% charge. Real times vary with the onboard charger, temperature, and the charger you use.
The DC fast row (10% to 80%) is anchored to a measured charging time for this model, so it reflects the real charging curve. Times still vary with temperature and conditions.
Charging speed
Based on measured data, the Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD charges 10% → 80% on DC fast charging in about 28 minutes, peaking at around 250 kW. ev-DB car/3332 -- battery+range match; 478 km NRCan.
The Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 25 minutes (ultra-fast DC).
As of 2026-06-04
Battery care
This car uses an NMC battery. For daily use, charging to about 80% and topping up to 100% only before long trips helps it last longer; heat is the main thing that ages it.
Savings vs a petrol car
This charge adds about 287 km of range for $21.33. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | $30.44 | $9.11 |
| 1000–1500 cc | $35.98 | $14.65 |
| 1500–2000 cc | $44.28 | $22.95 |
| 2000–2500 cc | $52.58 | $31.25 |
| > 2500 cc | $63.66 | $42.33 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and Regular unleaded at $1.93/L. Charging at home saves the most; actual figures vary with driving and conditions.
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Compare with another car →Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about $21.33.
How long does it take to charge a Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD?
- Charging a Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 25 minutes.