Used Tesla Model 3 for sale

What types of used Tesla Model 3 cars are there?

The Model 3 is the cheapest electric car Tesla makes, but it’s by no means the least impressive.  

Aside from its good looks and impressive range, the Model 3 is famous for its minimalist interior, packed full of the latest and greatest car tech.  

There aren’t any trim levels, so they all get the same high-resolution 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system that controls everything, from the air-conditioning to opening the glove box.   

– Read our Tesla Model 3 review 

The screen also shows important driver information, such as speed and cruise control information.  

Tesla is as much a car company as it is a tech company, and that really shows throughout the interior.     

Popular Tesla Model 3 trims 

As we touched on above, the Model 3 doesn’t actually get trim levels per se, but you do instead get different motor configurations. 

> Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive – with 318 miles of range and a 0-62mph time of 5.9sec, it’s no slouch for the ‘entry’ model 

> Tesla Model 3 Long Range – this gets a significant range boost to 390 miles, making it the smart choice for longer motorway journeys 

> Tesla Model 3 Performance – it still gets 328 miles of range but with much more performance, thanks to its astonishing 0-62mph time of three seconds 

Tesla Model 3 history 

Tesla’s Model 3 first came out in 2019, and quickly became the go-to electric hatchback, offering high levels of tech, a strong range and use of Tesla’s Supercharger network. 

> First-generation Tesla Model 3 (2019-2023) - following the Model S’ success, Tesla launched the ‘3’ to compete with more mainstream brands making hatchbacks 

> Second-generation Tesla Model 3 (2023-present) - with a more angular design and tech upgrades, the new Model 3 changed for the better 

What features does the Tesla Model 3 have?

It’s hard to know where to start because every used Tesla Model 3 for sale has a lot of luxury, including a full-length panoramic sunroof that blocks out UV rays.  

There's the option to pay for more advanced self-driving features, but every Tesla Model 3 comes with at least Basic Autopilot, which includes adaptive cruise control and self-steering.  

You can also use the app for things like pre-heating, programming the sat-nav and controlling charging schedules, as well as unlocking the car hands-free. 

Is the Tesla Model 3 reliable?

Electric cars have very few moving parts to go wrong, which means they’re often more dependable than internal combustion engines. 

Add Tesla’s experience and investments to this and you’ve got yourself a very reliable car.  

The remote servicing (via the app) is also something to consider, should you ever be faced with an issue. 

How much does the Tesla Model 3 cost to run?

Extremely good aerodynamics and specially selected tyres result in an extremely efficient car, so it should be easy to achieve the claimed range figures with the right type of driving. 

The basic Rear-Wheel Drive model gets 318 miles of range, rising to 328 miles with the Performance and a whopping 390 miles with the top-spec Model 3 Long Range. 

Use a 7kW charger at home and charging speeds will be less, but cheaper. Whereas if you use a Tesla Supercharger, you could get up to 171 miles of range in just 15 minutes. 

Who is the Tesla Model 3 suitable for?

A used Tesla Model 3 for sale appeals to many types of drivers, including families and businesspeople for its shape and size, as well as those with an eye on sustainability or technology.  

Rivals include the Polestar 2, Hyundai IONIQ 5 and BMW i4.