Tesla Model 3: Dimensions, Trunk & Weight

The Tesla Model 3 is 4,720 mm long, 1,850 mm wide (excluding mirrors) and 1,441 mm tall, with a 2,875 mm wheelbase. The rear trunk holds 594 litres, plus 88 litres in the front trunk (frunk). Curb weight ranges from 1,772 kg (Rear-Wheel Drive) through 1,824 kg (Long Range AWD) to 1,851 kg (Performance), depending on trim.

The dimensions below help with questions about garage, parking space and loading.

Technical Data

Length4,720 mm (185.8 in)
Width (incl. mirrors)2,089 mm (82.2 in)
Width (excl. mirrors)1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height1,441 mm (56.7 in)
Wheelbase2,875 mm (113.2 in)
Trunk (rear)594 l (21.0 cu ft)
Front trunk (frunk)88 l (3.1 cu ft)
Curb weightRear-Wheel Drive: 1,772 kg (3,907 lb) · Long Range AWD: 1,824 kg (4,021 lb) · Performance: 1,851 kg (4,081 lb)
Towing capacity (braked / unbraked)1,000 / 750 kg (2,205 / 1,653 lb) · Performance: 0 / 0 kg
Note: Technical measurements depend on the chosen wheel size and suspension configuration. All specifications conform to baseline standards for unladen vehicles under DIN 70020 guidelines.

Source: tesla.com – Model 3 („Modelle vergleichen“)

Dimensions by model year

The Model 3 was redesigned for 2024 (“Highland”, in Europe from late 2023), which changed its length, height and trunk volume.

2017–20232024 on (RWD, Long Range)2024 on Performance
Length4,694 mm (184.8 in)4,720 mm (185.8 in)4,724 mm (185.9 in)
Width (excl. mirrors)1,849 mm (72.8 in)1,850 mm (72.8 in)1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height1,443 mm (56.8 in)1,440 mm (56.7 in)1,431 mm (56.3 in)
Wheelbase2,875 mm (113.2 in)2,875 mm (113.2 in)2,875 mm (113.2 in)
Trunk (rear)561 l (19.8 cu ft)594 l (21 cu ft)594 l (21 cu ft)
Front trunk (frunk)88 l (3.1 cu ft)88 l (3.1 cu ft)88 l (3.1 cu ft)

Figures from Tesla's owner's manuals (2023 and 2025 editions); inch and cubic-foot values as printed by Tesla. The European manual of October 2023 gives 1,441 mm height for the redesigned car.

Sources: Tesla Owner's Manual (US, 2023) · Tesla Owner's Manual (US, 2025)

Curb weight by model year

tesla.com (US), lb
2018Mid Range RWD: 3,686 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,072 lb · Performance: 4,072 lb
2019Standard Plus: 3,627 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,072 lb · Performance: 4,072 lb
2020Standard Plus: 3,554 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,032 lb · Performance: 4,036 lb
2021Standard Plus: 3,582 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,065 lb · Performance: 4,065 lb
2022–2023RWD: 3,862 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,034 lb · Performance: 4,048 lb
2024RWD: 3,891 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,030 lb
2025Long Range RWD: 3,891 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,030 lb
2026Standard RWD: 3,759 lb · Long Range AWD: 4,030 lb · Performance: 4,054 lb

Curb weight as listed on tesla.com in the respective year (US site, retrieved via the Internet Archive). Trims without a published figure are omitted. US and European figures follow different definitions and are not interchangeable.

Sources: tesla.com/model3 (2019) · tesla.com/model3 (2023) · tesla.com/de_DE/model3 (2023) · tesla.com/model3 (2026)

Dimensions compared with two close competitors

By body dimensions and concept, the BMW i4 (Gran Coupé) and Polestar 2 (fastback) are closest to the Model 3; the frequently mentioned Hyundai Ioniq 6 is half a class larger at 4,925 mm in length.

Tesla Model 3BMW i4 eDrive40Polestar 2
Length4720 mm (185.8 in)4783 mm (188.3 in)4606 mm (181.3 in)
Width (excl. mirrors)1850 mm (72.8 in)1852 mm (72.9 in)1859 mm (73.2 in)
Height1441 mm (56.7 in)1448 mm (57.0 in)1479 mm (58.2 in)
Wheelbase2875 mm (113.2 in)2856 mm (112.4 in)2735 mm (107.7 in)
Boot space594 l (21.0 cu ft) + 88 l (3.1 cu ft) frunk470 l (16.6 cu ft), no frunk407 l (14.4 cu ft) + 41 l (1.4 cu ft) frunk
Kerb weightapprox. 1772 kg (3,907 lb)approx. 2120 kg (4,674 lb)approx. 2010–2080 kg (4,431–4,586 lb)

Variants compared: Model 3 RWD · BMW i4 eDrive40 · Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor (each model year 2026). Model 3 figures per Tesla; competitors per manufacturer data sheets/EV Database.

Source: EV Database / Hersteller-Datenblätter · Stand 06/2026

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