How many kilometers can the Tesla Model 3 Long Range actually drive?

[McJanelle]

The Long Range version can easily cover 550 kilometers. The Tesla Model 3 is a mid-sized all-electric vehicle from Tesla, with a wheelbase of 2875 mm and dimensions of 4694 mm in length, 1850 mm in width, and 1443 mm in height. The Tesla Model 3 comes in three configurations: Standard Range Rear-Wheel Drive, Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive, and Performance All-Wheel Drive. More detailed information about the Tesla Model 3 is as follows: 1. The Rear-Wheel Drive version is a single-motor model, with the motor positioned at the rear. The motor in the Rear-Wheel Drive version has a maximum power of 202 kW and a maximum torque of 404 Nm. 2. The All-Wheel Drive version is a dual-motor model, with motors on both the front and rear axles. The total motor power for the All-Wheel Drive version is 340 kW, with a total torque of 639 Nm. 3. All Tesla Model 3 variants use ternary lithium batteries, which offer higher energy density and lighter weight. The front suspension of the Tesla Model 3 uses a double-wishbone independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a multi-link independent suspension. 4. The double-wishbone suspension is a complex independent suspension system, consisting of upper and lower wishbones connected by a link. The multi-link suspension is an improved version of the double-wishbone suspension, where the two wishbones are replaced with individual links. The multi-link suspension enhances the tire's contact with the road.

[VanArthur]

Driving a Tesla Model 3 Long Range version for my daily commute, I find the actual range is around 450 km. The official WLTP rating claims 576 km, but that's under ideal lab conditions. In winter, battery efficiency drops significantly—below freezing, it can drop to just over 300 km, mainly due to the high power consumption of cabin heating. On highways in summer, driving above 110 km/h increases aerodynamic drag, reducing the range to around 380 km. City driving is better, with a steady speed of 60-80 km/h allowing the range to approach 500 km. It's recommended not to charge above 80% regularly to extend battery life, and maintaining proper tire pressure reduces rolling resistance—both factors impact real-world performance. Overall, a realistic daily range of 400-500 km is normal, especially for long trips where buffer charging stops should be planned as a precaution.

[BrielleRose]

From a technical perspective, the lithium battery capacity and energy efficiency management of the Tesla Model 3 Long Range are quite advanced. The official range of 625 km is achieved under constant speed driving at normal temperatures. However, in real-world driving, temperature variations, driving habits, and vehicle load are the main factors. Based on my experience, driving on highways in winter with temperatures below zero degrees Celsius yields only about 380 km, primarily due to the 20% power consumption from cabin heating and battery pre-conditioning. In summer, urban driving can achieve slightly over 500 km because stable temperatures enhance motor efficiency. Aggressive driving significantly increases power consumption, so it's advisable to use the energy-saving mode and avoid sudden acceleration to optimize range. Battery aging also reduces range, potentially decreasing by 5-10% every two years, though software updates can partially compensate. Daily real-world tests typically show a range fluctuation between 400-480 km, entirely dependent on driving style and road conditions.

[LeHaley]

I think the Model 3 Long Range can actually run 400-500 km, with driving habits being the key. To save power, I don't exceed 80 km/h, rarely use the air conditioning set at 23 degrees, and maintain a steady speed. In cold winters, the range drops significantly, possibly below 300 km, but preheating the battery helps a bit. In summer, with good ventilation, it can reach nearly 500 km, as weather has a big impact—consumption increases by 20% at -10°C. Driving smoothly in the city improves range, and planning routes can help avoid range anxiety. Overall, the real range fluctuates but is commonly around 400 km.