The Tesla Model 3 Highland, a significantly updated version of Tesla’s popular electric sedan, represents the company’s ongoing commitment to refining its core product. Introduced for the 2024 model year (with production commencing in late 2025), the Highland facelift focuses on enhancing interior quality, improving aerodynamics, and increasing real-world range. Positioned in the competitive compact executive car segment, the Model 3 aims to provide a compelling blend of performance, technology, and efficiency, appealing to a broad range of buyers seeking an electric vehicle. The Premium Long Range variant, detailed here, sits near the top of the Model 3 lineup, offering extended range and enhanced features.
Tesla Model 3 (Highland) Premium Long Range: An Overview
The Model 3 Highland is not a ground-up redesign, but rather a comprehensive refresh of the original Model 3, which debuted in 2017. Tesla’s approach with the Highland is evolutionary, addressing criticisms of the original while building upon its strengths. The facelift includes revised exterior styling, a dramatically updated interior, and improvements to the vehicle’s powertrain and suspension. The Premium Long Range trim specifically targets drivers prioritizing longer distances between charges and a more refined driving experience. While initially launched in limited markets, the Model 3 is a global vehicle, and the Highland updates are expected to roll out across all regions where the car is sold.
Engine & Performance
The Premium Long Range Model 3 Highland is powered by a single rear-mounted electric motor, delivering 320 horsepower and 450 Nm (331.9 lb.-ft.) of torque. This configuration provides brisk acceleration, with Tesla quoting a 0-60 mph time of 4.9 seconds and a 0-100 km/h time of 5.2 seconds. The car’s top speed is electronically limited to 201 km/h (124.9 mph). The powertrain utilizes a lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxides (Li-NMC) battery pack with a usable capacity of 84.7 kWh, operating at 355 volts. This larger battery capacity is a key contributor to the increased range offered by the Highland model. The weight-to-power ratio is 5.5 kg/Hp, and the weight-to-torque ratio is 3.9 kg/Nm, indicating a favorable power-to-weight balance. The drivetrain is a single-speed automatic transmission, typical of electric vehicles.
Design & Features
The Model 3 Highland maintains the sleek, fastback sedan profile of its predecessor, but with subtle yet significant styling updates. These include revised front and rear fascias, new headlights and taillights, and improved aerodynamic efficiency. Inside, the Highland boasts a completely redesigned interior, focusing on premium materials and a more minimalist aesthetic. A key change is the replacement of the traditional instrument cluster with a large, central touchscreen display that now incorporates all vehicle information. The removal of stalks for controlling functions like turn signals and gear selection contributes to the clean interior design. The Model 3 Highland offers seating for five passengers and features a trunk with a minimum capacity of 594 liters (20.98 cu. ft.). Safety features are comprehensive, including ABS (Anti-lock braking system) and a suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) – though specific ADAS features vary by market and software version. The car’s low ride height of 138 mm (5.43 in) contributes to its sporty handling characteristics.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Tesla |
| Model | Model 3 |
| Generation | Model 3 (Highland, facelift 2023) |
| Type (Engine) | Premium Long Range 84.7 kWh (320 Hp) |
| Start of production | October, 2025 |
| Powertrain Architecture | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type | Sedan, Fastback |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Fuel Type | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h | 5.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 – 62 mph | 5.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 – 60 mph | 4.9 sec |
| Maximum speed | 201 km/h (124.9 mph) |
| Weight-to-power ratio | 5.5 kg/Hp |
| Weight-to-torque ratio | 3.9 kg/Nm |
| Net (usable) battery capacity | 84.7 kWh |
| Battery voltage | 355 V |
| Battery technology | Lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxides (Li-NMC) |
| Battery weight | 448 kg (987.67 lbs.) |
| Battery location | Below the floor |
| All-electric range (WLTP) | 691-750 km (429.37 – 466.03 mi) |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP) | 13.6 kWh/100 km (21.89 kWh/100 mi) |
| Electric motor | 1 |
| Electric motor power | 320 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque | 450 Nm (331.9 lb.-ft.) |
| Electric motor model/code | 3D7 |
| Electric motor location | Rear axle, Transverse |
| Electric motor type | Synchronous |
| System power | 320 Hp |
| System torque | 450 Nm (331.9 lb.-ft.) |
| Kerb Weight | 1747 kg (3851.48 lbs.) |
| Max. weight | 2149 kg (4737.73 lbs.) |
| Max load | 402 kg (886.26 lbs.) |
| Trunk (boot) space – minimum | 594 l (20.98 cu. ft.) |
| Max. roof load | 68 kg (149.91 lbs.) |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) | 1000 kg (2204.62 lbs.) |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes | 750 kg (1653.47 lbs.) |
| Permitted towbar download | 100 kg (220.46 lbs.) |
| Length | 4720 mm (185.83 in.) |
| Width | 1850 mm (72.83 in.) |
| Width with mirrors folded | 1933 mm (76.1 in.) |
| Width including mirrors | 2089 mm (82.24 in.) |
| Height | 1441 mm (56.73 in.) |
| Wheelbase | 2875 mm (113.19 in.) |
| Front track | 1584 mm (62.36 in.) |
| Rear (Back) track | 1584 mm (62.36 in.) |
| Front overhang | 868 mm (34.17 in.) |
| Rear overhang | 977 mm (38.46 in.) |
| Ride height (ground clearance) | 138 mm (5.43 in.) |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) | 11.7 m (38.39 ft.) |
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the rear wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears and type of gearbox | 1 gears, automatic transmission |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 320×25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 335×20 mm |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/45 R18; 235/40 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19 |
