2025 BEV

2025 Tesla Model 3 RWD

Charging Specs & Home Electrical Requirements

Starting MSRP

$38,990

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Key Specifications

Range
272 mi
Battery
60 kWh
Efficiency
4.5 mi/kWh
Body Style
Sedan

Charging Specifications

Connector TypeNACS
Onboard Charger7.7 kW
System Voltage400V
Max DC Fast Charging170 kW
Level 2 Full Charge~7.8 hours
DC Fast Charge 10-80%~25 min

Home Charging Requirements

Recommended Setup

  • ✓Installation: NEMA 14-50 outlet
  • ✓EVSE Amps: 32A continuous
  • ✓Circuit Breaker: 40A dedicated circuit
  • ✓Wire Gauge: 8 AWG copper
  • ✓Voltage: 240V (Level 2)

Installation Type

NEMA 14-50 Sufficient

The 7.7 kW charger draws 32A continuous, within the 40A limit of a NEMA 14-50 outlet on a 50A circuit.

What to Expect

  • ⚡Full charge overnight (~7.8 hours)
  • ⚡~35 miles of range per hour
  • ⚡Estimated $30-$60/month electricity cost
NEC 625.41 Note: Per the National Electrical Code Section 625.41, EV charging equipment shall be supplied by a dedicated branch circuit with an ampacity not less than the maximum load of the EVSE. For continuous loads (3 hours or more), the circuit breaker must be rated at 125% of the continuous load per NEC 210.20. The 40A breaker and 8 AWG wire specified above comply with these requirements for the 7.7 kW (32A continuous) onboard charger.

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Cost vs. Gasoline

Annual EV Cost (Home)
$344
2647 kWh @ $0.13/kWh
Annual Gas Cost
$1,500
429 gal @ $3.5/gal
Annual Savings
$1,156
Based on 12,000 mi/year

Based on 12,000 miles/year, $0.13/kWh home electricity, $3.50/gal gas, 28 MPG gas vehicle.

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