Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD Charging Cost in Canada
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD (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 Premium RWD specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 60 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 170 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 11 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 463 km (EPA)
- Realistic range estimate
- 463 km
- Estimated efficiency
- 13 kWh/100 km
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- $2.20
- Battery chemistry
- LFP
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 Premium RWD charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 36 kWh | 15 minutes | $16.20 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 60 kWh | 38 minutes | $27.00 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 36 kWh | 3 hours 16 minutes | $6.12 |
Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD charging time by charger power
How long the Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD 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% | 27 hours 16 minutes |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 8 hours 34 minutes |
| Public AC | 11 kW | 0% → 100% | 5 hours 27 minutes |
| DC fast | 170 kW | 10% → 80% | 17 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%) models the charging curve tapering as the battery fills, so it is more realistic than a flat estimate. Real DC times still vary with temperature, battery state, and the charger.
Charging speed
The Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 15 minutes (ultra-fast DC).
Estimated. Real DC charging slows as the battery fills, so the time varies by model, temperature, and charger.
As of 2026-06-04
Battery care
This car uses an LFP battery, which tolerates routine charging to 100%. Charging full now and then is fine and even helps the car read its charge level accurately.
Savings vs a petrol car
This charge adds about 278 km of range for $16.20. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | $29.49 | $13.29 |
| 1000–1500 cc | $34.85 | $18.65 |
| 1500–2000 cc | $42.89 | $26.69 |
| 2000–2500 cc | $50.93 | $34.73 |
| > 2500 cc | $61.66 | $45.46 |
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 Premium RWD from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about $16.20.
How long does it take to charge a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD?
- Charging a Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 15 minutes.