Engine Capacity Rating
57.5 kWh - 82 kWh
Fuel Economy Rating
491 km - 602 km
Fuel Type Category
Electric
Engine Power Output
325 BHP - 513 BHP
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
5 seater
Engine Assembly
57.5 kWh - 82 kWh
Odometer Mileage
491 km - 602 km
Fuel Type Category
Electric
Engine Power Output
325 BHP - 513 BHP
transmission
Automatic
Number Of Seats
5 seater
Engine Torque Output
420 Nm - 660 Nm
Engine Capacity Rating
57.5 kWh - 82 kWh
Acceleration Performance
3.1 sec - 6.1 sec
Drivetrain Type
All Wheel Drive
cylinders
Double
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The 2026 Tesla Model 3 is a fully electric sports sedan that set the benchmark for what an EV could be in its class — combining a minimalist, technology-first interior with genuine performance and an expansive Supercharger network that makes long-distance driving practical in the UAE. Prices start from AED 174,380 for the Premium Rear-Wheel Drive and rise to AED 209,980 for the Performance (AWD).
The Premium Rear-Wheel Drive runs a 82 kWh battery pack with single-motor rear-wheel drive delivering 513 BHP, paired with a single-speed Automatic. The step up to the Performance (AWD) adds dual-motor all-wheel drive and a meaningful performance upgrade — 0–100 km/h drops to under 3.5 seconds — making it one of the quickest cars available at its price point in the UAE. Both trims share the signature 15.4-inch landscape touchscreen, over-the-air software updates, and a five-seat cabin with a glass roof. There is no fuel-economy figure to quote as an EV, but real-world range on UAE roads is competitive for the segment. The Model 3 seats 5 passengers with useful frunk storage supplementing the rear boot.
Pros: the combination of performance, technology, and a mature Supercharger network is unmatched at this price in the UAE EV market; over-the-air updates mean the car genuinely improves after purchase. Cons: the all-screen interior removes nearly every physical control, which demands eyes off the road for basic adjustments; fit-and-finish in some cabin areas does not quite match European premium rivals at a similar price point.
No used-car residual data is currently available for the Model 3 on CarSwitch, but Tesla's strong brand demand and the limited supply of quality second-hand EVs in the UAE have historically supported solid retained values — broadly in line with premium-badge rivals in this segment.
Buyers cross-shopping the Model 3 also look closely at the BMW i4, Mercedes-Benz EQE, and Hyundai Ioniq 6 — rivals that sit in the same electric sedan bracket. The Model 3 wins on charging network coverage and outright performance value; the BMW i4 and EQE offer a more conventional luxury interior experience, while the Ioniq 6 undercuts on price with comparable real-world range.