2025 Tesla Model 3 Sedan

　　2025 Tesla Model 3 Review

　　byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　11/30/2023

　　Overview

　　Tesla has undeniably changed the automotive landscape, bringing electric vehicles into the mainstream. Its smallest and most affordable Model 3 made EV ownership far more attainable too. After undergoing a significant refresh last year, we expect the 2025 Tesla Model 3 to return largely unchanged. That said, Tesla is known for making improvements and adding features via over-the-air software updates, so there's always a possibility of bigger changes.

　　

zzdcar spotlight: Range and performance

We don't have any official information yet for the 2025 Model 3. But when it comes to range, the current Model 3 remains one of the best in its class. Max range is upwards of 350 miles (though in our zzdcar EV Range Test, a base model fell a bit short of its EPA range estimate). The Model 3 is also quite speedy in a straight line, with the base version posting a very respectable 0-60 mph time of 5.3 seconds. The range-topping Performance cuts that time down to an astounding 3.3 seconds.

　　

Competitors to consider

When it comes to affordable EVs, the Model 3 no longer has the spotlight to itself. With the reintroduction of the Chevrolet Bolt EV for 2025 and the debut of the Volvo EX30 for 2024, the Model 3 won't be the price leader, though Tesla is also known for adjusting its pricing amid increased competition. For more generous budgets, we'd also recommend checking out the all-electric Polestar 2, BMW i4 and Ford Mustang Mach-E.

　　

Am I Ready for an EV?

EV ownership works best if you can charge (240V) at home or at work This typically means a 240V home installation, but you could also have a similar setup at your office or other places your car is already parked for several hours each day. Don't expect a regular household outlet (120V) to suffice unless you've got a plug-in hybrid, in which case overnight charging at home is feasible.

　　If you can’t charge at home, charging at a charging station could take at least 10x longer than at a gas station With public charging infrastructure still in its infancy, the user experience can be maddeningly inconsistent. Tesla owners tend to rave about the reliability and speed of the company's proprietary Supercharger stations, but rival DC fast options have thus far been plagued by technical issues and overcrowding. It's an evolving landscape and our best advice is to do your research on the available options for the EV you want to buy.

　　Adding a 240V home charging system could cost up to $1,600 or more If your existing electrical service can handle the additional demands of EV charging, you may be able to add Level 2 charging at home for less than a grand, including installation. But your costs will multiply if you need to upgrade your electrical panel or add a dedicated circuit.

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　　zzdcar says

　　Coming off a much-needed update and refresh for 2024, the Tesla Model 3 returns with the intention of remaining one of the best-selling EVs. Competition is finally heating up, though, and there are great alternatives to consider.