2026 Tesla Model 3: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 gets a lineup reshuffle rather than a redesign. The Long Range name is replaced by Premium, and a traditional turn-signal stalk replaces the steering-wheel turn buttons.
About the 2026 Tesla Model 3
1st generation (2017-present), in the post-2024 refresh phase; 2026 is the first year with the new Standard/Premium naming structure.
Tesla positions the Model 3 as a sporty electric sedan that blends quick acceleration, useful real-world range, simple touchscreen-based controls, and easy long-distance travel through the Supercharger network. For most shoppers, its appeal is that it feels quicker and more tech-forward than most same-size electric sedans while still working well as a daily commuter, family sedan, and road-trip car.
Standard serves as the straightforward entry model, with rear-wheel drive, an EPA-estimated 321-mile range, and a 15.4-inch center touchscreen. Premium focuses on longer trips and extra comfort, while Performance is the quickest, sharpest-handling version with dual-motor AWD, adaptive suspension, and a claimed 2.9-second 0-60 mph time.
What changed, by category
2026 Tesla Model 3 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | AC Electric Motor / Dual Electric Motors | AC Electric Motor | Dual Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 500 hp | ||
| Trunk/Cargo | 23 cu-ft | 24 cu-ft | |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 346–363 | 363 | 309 |
| MPGe Combined | 128–137 | 137 | 114 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2026 Tesla Model 3?
The biggest change is the revised trim structure. Premium replaces the former Long Range name, while Standard, Premium, and Performance define the 2026 lineup.
Was the Tesla Model 3 redesigned for 2026?
No, the 2026 Model 3 was not redesigned. It keeps the body, platform, and overall look introduced by the 2024 refresh.
Does the 2026 Tesla Model 3 have a turn-signal stalk?
Yes, the 2026 Model 3 has a traditional turn-signal stalk instead of the previous steering-wheel turn buttons.
What does Premium mean on the 2026 Tesla Model 3?
Premium is the 2026 name used for the longer-range Model 3 versions formerly called Long Range. These cars come in rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive forms and have more cabin comfort and technology than Standard.
Did the 2026 Model 3 Performance receive a redesign?
No, the 2026 Model 3 Performance did not receive a redesign. It continues with dual-motor AWD, adaptive suspension, larger brakes, Track Mode V3, and sport front seats, while gaining the traditional turn-signal stalk used across the lineup.