How reliable is the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd?
Owner-reported reliability data — inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. The most commonly reported issues are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 15,025 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 83.8%.
Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd reliability by year
How the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 84.1% | 35,620 km |
| 2019 | 85.1% | 79,207 km |
| 2020 | 83.8% | 82,194 km |
| 2021 | 87.5% | — |
| 2022 | 82% | — |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd as a model. The reliability of any individual Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd passes first-time inspections at roughly the European average. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 84%. Reliability varies by year and engine — see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd?
The most common owner-reported issues are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (4.3% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (1.8% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.6% of inspections); A tyre seriously damaged (1% of inspections); The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (0.7% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd?
For a typical Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd, owner-reported average mileage works out to about 53,059 km at 3 years, 82,194 km at 5 years, and — at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution — high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car — model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.