Tesla Model 3 Maintenance Costs
A Tesla Model 3 will cost about $5,381 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This beats the industry average for luxury sedan models by $4,344. There is also a 13.45% chance that a Model 3 will require a major repair during that time. This is 13.12% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
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Tesla Model 3 Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.39% | $257 |
| 2 | 2.30% | $290 |
| 3 | 2.58% | $343 |
| 4 | 4.56% | $428 |
| 5 | 6.53% | $499 |
| 6 | 7.35% | $609 |
| 7 | 7.93% | $695 |
| 8 | 10.25% | $728 |
| 9 | 11.32% | $751 |
| 10 | 13.45% | $781 |
| 11 | 20.84% | $824 |
| 12 | 25.92% | $892 |
Tesla Model 3 Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 12,000 | Rotate Tires, Cold Weather Regions: Clean & Lubricate Brake Calipers |
| 24,000 | Rotate Tires, Replace Cabin Air Filter, Brake Fluid Test |
| 36,000 | Rotate Tires, Cold Weather Regions: Clean & Lubricate Brake Calipers |
| 48,000 | Rotate Tires, Replace Cabin Air Filter, Brake Fluid Test |
| 60,000 | Rotate Tires, Cold Weather Regions: Clean & Lubricate Brake Calipers |
| 72,000 | Rotate Tires, Replace Cabin Air Filter, Brake Fluid Test |
| 84,000 | Rotate Tires, Cold Weather Regions: Clean & Lubricate Brake Calipers |
| 96,000 | Rotate Tires, Replace Cabin Air Filter, Brake Fluid Test |
| 108,000 | Rotate Tires, Cold Weather Regions: Clean & Lubricate Brake Calipers |
| 120,000 | Rotate Tires, Replace Cabin Air Filter, Brake Fluid Test |
What About Tesla Model 3 Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Tesla Model 3 is about $2,967 per year. This adds up to around $14,835 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Tesla Model 3. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
Tesla Model 3 Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the Tesla Model 3 ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the Model 3 stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
Other Tesla Model 3 Costs of Ownership
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