Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD Charging Cost in United States
By mht-dev, Frontend Engineer & Creator
Estimate the cost and time to charge a Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (full battery electric vehicle / BEV) in United States, calculated from its battery capacity and local electricity rates, both at public DC fast charging and at home.
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD specifications
- Usable battery capacity
- 75 kWh
- DC fast-charge power (peak)
- 250 kW
- AC charge power (onboard)
- 11 kW
- Manufacturer-claimed range
- 363 mi (EPA)
- Realistic range estimate
- 363 mi
- Estimated efficiency
- 4.8 mi/kWh
- Estimated charging cost per 100 km
- $2.31
- 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 Long Range RWD charging cost & time
| Scenario | Energy | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public DC 20% → 80% | 45 kWh | 11 minutes | $21.60 |
| Public DC 0% → 100% | 75 kWh | 18 minutes | $36.00 |
| At home (AC) 20% → 80% | 45 kWh | 4 hours 5 minutes | $8.10 |
Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD charging time by charger power
How long the Tesla Model 3 Long Range 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% | 34 hours 5 minutes |
| Home wallbox | 7 kW | 0% → 100% | 10 hours 43 minutes |
| Public AC | 11 kW | 0% → 100% | 6 hours 49 minutes |
| DC fast | 250 kW | 10% → 80% | 13 minutes |
Estimates assume constant charging power. AC rows charge 0% to 100%; the DC row charges 10% to 80% (DC speed tapers near full). Real times can be longer.
Charging speed
The Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD is estimated to charge from 20% to 80% on public DC fast charging in about 11 minutes (ultra-fast DC).
Estimate: assumes constant charging power; real-world time can be longer as the charging curve tapers near full.
As of 2026-05-27
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 218 mi of range for $21.60. Driving the same distance on petrol would cost:
| Engine size | Petrol cost | You save |
|---|---|---|
| ≤ 1000 cc | $16.80 | -$4.80 |
| 1000–1500 cc | $19.85 | -$1.75 |
| 1500–2000 cc | $24.44 | $2.84 |
| 2000–2500 cc | $29.02 | $7.42 |
| > 2500 cc | $35.13 | $13.53 |
Estimated from typical combined fuel use by engine size and Regular gasoline at $3.30/gal. 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 Long Range RWD from 20% to 80%?
- Charging a Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger costs about $21.60.
How long does it take to charge a Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD?
- Charging a Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD from 20% to 80% at a public DC fast charger takes about 11 minutes.