TESLA Model 3
1st generation / 1st Gen / Single Generation (2017–present) / 2020-2024 / Sedan
Year and trim selector
Choose the exact year and trim to see engine, oil and service details.
2020 TESLA Model 3 Tesla Model 3 Electric Motor (Model 3)
Model 3 / Tesla Model 3 Electric Motor / Electric powertrain with permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor (rear-wheel drive) or dual-motor all-wheel drive depending on version
2022 TESLA Model 3 TM3-LFP-RW/TM3-P-MC (Y)
Y / TM3-LFP-RW, TM3-P-MC, TM3-LR-AWD / Electric rear-wheel drive in Standard Range Plus, and dual-motor all-wheel drive in Long Range and Performance versions; battery chemistries vary with Standard Range Plus using LFP (China and some markets), Long Range and Performance with NCA battery chemistry.
2024 TESLA Model 3 Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motor (PMSRM) front and rear (Y)
Y / Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motor (PMSRM) front and rear / Dual motor electric all-wheel-drive system with permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motors; single motor rear-wheel-drive versions also available in some markets
Codes moteur par année
| Année | Version | Codes moteur | Cylindrée | Système carburant |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | technical-profile | Tesla Model 3 Electric Motor | Electric motor, no displacement | Electric battery pack powered (Li-ion), no fuel system |
| 2022 | technical-profile | TM3-LFP-RW, TM3-P-MC, TM3-LR-AWD | Electric motor; no traditional displacement | Electric with onboard charger; regenerative braking system |
| 2024 | technical-profile | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motor (PMSRM) front and rear | Electric motors; no displacement | Electric battery system: lithium-ion 82-82.4 kWh usable capacity (approximate) |
Capacité d’huile par moteur
| Année | Codes moteur | Type d’huile | Capacité d’huile | Fluide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Tesla Model 3 Electric Motor | No engine oil required; electric drive unit is sealed and lubricated for life | N/A | Sealed unit, maintenance generally not required during typical service intervals |
| 2022 | TM3-LFP-RW, TM3-P-MC, TM3-LR-AWD | No engine oil required; electric vehicle-specific lubricants used in drivetrains and gearboxes per service manuals | N/A engine oil; service-fill lubricants used for gearbox and bearings as per Tesla maintenance guidelines | Proprietary Tesla EV transmission fluid; service intervals as per Tesla recommendations |
| 2024 | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motor (PMSRM) front and rear | Not applicable (electric vehicle) | Not applicable | Specified Tesla proprietary lubricants for gear reduction unit |
Spécifications techniques
- Moteurs: Tesla Model 3 Electric Motor, TM3-LFP-RW, TM3-P-MC, TM3-LR-AWD, Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motor (PMSRM) front and rear
- Transmissions: None, single-speed fixed gear transmission, N/A, Sealed unit, maintenance generally not required during typical service intervals, No manual transmission; single-speed fixed gear for each motor, Single-speed fixed gear electric drive, Proprietary Tesla EV transmission fluid; service intervals as per Tesla recommendations, None; single-speed fixed gear transmission, None; EV single-speed fixed gear
- Dimensions des pneus: 235/45R18, 235/40R19, 235/35R20 depending on variant and wheel option, 235/45R18 (Standard), 235/40R19 (Optional), 235/35R20 (Performance), 235/35R20 (market/configuration dependent)
- Entraxe: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Couple de roue: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluides et données de service
- Huile moteur: No engine oil required; electric drive unit is sealed and lubricated for life / No engine oil required; electric vehicle-specific lubricants used in drivetrains and gearboxes per service manuals / Not applicable (electric vehicle)
- Fluide de transmission: Sealed unit, maintenance generally not required during typical service intervals / Proprietary Tesla EV transmission fluid; service intervals as per Tesla recommendations / Specified Tesla proprietary lubricants for gear reduction unit
- Liquide de refroidissement: Approximately 9 liters for battery/drive unit thermal management system, depends on specific cooling system layout / Approx. 4.5 liters for thermal management system (varies by version and market) / Approx. 6 liters, depending on market specifics and cooling system updates
- Liquide de frein: DOT 3 or 4, Tesla recommends inspection every 2 years / DOT 3 or DOT 4 compatible brake fluid; service per Tesla schedule / DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (market and year specific)
Problèmes connus
- Battery range degradation over long term
- Touchscreen issues reported occasionally
- Battery degradation in extreme climates
- Touchscreen failures
- Door handle mechanism issues in early 2022 models
- Battery degradation over extended life
- Motor inverter software updates required
- Tire wear depending on variant and driving conditions