Model 3 · 2020

2020 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (off-menu)

330 miles of range (EPA), a 73.5 kWh battery and Supercharging at up to 250 kW. Below: what that means for charging time and running costs, what each model year is worth now, and calculators that open with this car already chosen.

White Tesla Model 3 (2017–2023) in front three-quarter view on a gravel lay-by, with misty green hills behind
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EPA range
330 mi
Usable battery
73.5 kWh
10–80% Supercharging
≈ 20 min
Per mile at home
5.0¢
vs 11.3¢ in a gas car

Specs

EPA range
330 miles
Usable battery
73.5 kWh (78.8 kWh gross)
Efficiency
259 Wh/mile (3.9 miles/kWh)
Peak Supercharging
250 kW
Onboard AC charger
11.5 kW
Drive
RWD
Seats
5
Cargo space (max)
23 cu ft
Battery chemistry
NCA — Panasonic 2170 NCA
Built in
Fremont

Rarely sold (off-menu) in 2020; EPA re-rated it to 330 mi.

Charging and running costs

Supercharger, 10% → 80%
about 20 min (51 kWh, ≈ $25)
Home charger, empty → full
about 7 hours at 11.5 kW
A full charge at home
≈ $14.15 at 17.5¢/kWh
Per mile, home charging
5.0¢
Per mile, Supercharging
12.4¢ at $0.48/kWh
Per mile, gas car (28 mpg)
11.3¢

Estimates from the specs and U.S. average prices, including about 10% charging losses at home. Supercharging slows as the battery fills, so times vary with the site, the weather and the battery's temperature.

Run the numbers for this car

Each calculator opens with the 2020 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (off-menu) already chosen.

Total cost of ownershipEvery cost of owning this car over the years you keep it Real-world rangeMiles at your speed, temperature and load Charging timeMinutes from any % to any % on any charger Battery health checkTurn the range it shows at 100% into battery health Trade-in valueWhat this car is worth, three ways of selling Depreciation forecastIts value year by year from here Insurance estimateA ballpark premium by state, age and record Home vs Supercharger costYour monthly charging bill for any mix

Battery and warranty

  • Chemistry: NCA (Panasonic 2170 NCA).
  • Battery and drive unit warranty: 8 years or 120,000 miles, with at least 70% of the battery's capacity guaranteed.
  • VIN, 7th character: F = LFP (Shanghai-built cars, and all Model 3s from 2024). E = nickel-based — but on Fremont-built cars before 2024, E just means “electric”, so use the touchscreen check.
  • VIN, 11th character: plant — C = Shanghai, F = Fremont. VINs starting LRW are Shanghai-built, 5YJ Fremont-built.

Questions

What is the range of the 2020 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (off-menu)?
It was rated at 330 miles (EPA) when new. Real-world range is usually 10–25% lower, and less again in cold weather or at highway speeds; the range calculator works it out for your conditions.
How big is the battery in the Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (off-menu)?
About 73.5 kWh usable (78.8 kWh gross), NCA chemistry (Panasonic 2170 NCA).
How long does the Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (off-menu) take to charge?
About 20 minutes from 10% to 80% on a Supercharger (it peaks at 250 kW). About 7 hours from empty to full on a 11.5 kW home charger.
What does the Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD (off-menu) battery warranty cover?
The battery and drive unit are covered for 8 years or 120,000 miles, with at least 70% of the battery's capacity guaranteed.

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Figures are approximate public values (EPA, WLTP, EV Database, Tesla) as of 2026-10; see Methodology. Not affiliated with Tesla, Inc.