It’s a quiet year for the Tesla Model 3. We suspect any changes to the 2022 Model 3 will be handled by over-the-air software updates.
There are delays ordering some models. Consequently, you should be prepared to wait a while when ordering. At one point, there was a five-month hold on the Standard Range Plus trim level.
We like the Model 3 for its snappy styling, composed and quiet ride, impressive range, and affordable price.
Tesla offers the Model 3 in Standard Range Plus, Long Range, and Performance grades.
The Standard Range Plus has one motor to motivate its rear wheels. However, the two top trims are all-wheel drive (AWD) with two motors.
Located under the passenger floor, the lithium-ion battery pack improves Model 3’s center of gravity. It also plays a role in evening out weight distribution.
With a full-charge range of up to 272 miles, the Standard Range Plus grade can accelerate to 60 miles per hour from a standstill in 5.3 seconds. The top speed is 140 mph.
The 2022 Tesla Model 3 has plenty of get up for your go with an impressive 0-60 in 4.2 seconds!
The Long Range (358 miles) makes the zero-to-60 sprint in 4.2 seconds. Its top speed is 145 miles.
Claiming the title of quickest among the three trims, the Performance grade hits 60 mph in a blistering 3.1 seconds. Its range is 315 miles, and its top speed is 162 mph.
The government uses a different formula to estimate mileage for vehicles capable of operating on electric-only propulsion. The government calls it Miles Per Gallon equivalent (MPGe).
Applying this formula to the Standard Range Plus grade calculates the estimated mileage at 138 MPGe in the city, 126 MPGe highway, and 132 MPGe in combined driving.
For the Long Range trim, it works out to 134/126/131.
The Performance grade loses a fair amount of efficiency to power its quickness. Consequently, its estimated numbers are 118/107/113.
2022 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (starting at $48,490)
The standard features are 18-inch wheels, a panoramic glass roof, heated outboard mirrors, keyless entry with push-button start, and a 15.4-inch touchscreen.
LED exterior lights and rain-sensing wipers are included features, as well.
Also standard are faux-leather upholstery, 12-way power-adjustable heated front seats, dual-zone auto climate control, and two wireless charging pads for smartphones.
Every Model 3 provides smartphone access eliminating the need for keys or fobs.
What the Model 3 doesn’t offer is Apple CarPlay nor Android Auto.
Providing the sound is a 7-speaker audio system with HD radio. A total of four USB ports are scattered around the car.
The 2022 Tesla Model 3 SRP comes fully equipped with some of today’s leading touchscreen technology for convenience, comfort, and control at your fingertips.
Tesla’s Autopilot is also standard. It provides forward-collision warning, forward emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assist.
Front-rear park assist, adaptive cruise control, and high-beam assist are also included.
An enhanced Autopilot, which Tesla calls Full Self-Driving Capability ($10,000), is available on all three Model 3 grades. It requires a driver’s eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.
Its technologies include automatic lane changing, self-parking, remote parking, automatic traffic light and stop sign response, and automatic navigation.
It also includes Smart Summon. Using your smartphone, you can summon your car from its parking space to meet you.
If you don’t want a white Model 3, you’ll need to pony up an extra $1,000-$2,000 for one of four colors.
Adding the $1,200 destination fee to the Standard Range Plus base price totals $49,690. With no money down, you can finance for 60 months at 3% interest. It works out to about $893 per month. See 2022 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus for sale
2022 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus includes:
- Up to 267 miles of range – On a full charge, the electric propulsion system can go up to 267 miles. The top speed is 140 mph.
- Over-the-air updates – Updating the software is remote. There is no need to go somewhere to have the latest software.
- 15.4-inch touchscreen – Virtually every system’s operational control is through this huge color touchscreen.
2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range (starting at $55,990)
To the Standard Range Plus content, the Long Range adds a 15-speaker audio system, navigation with real-time satellite view, and heated rear seats.
AWD is also standard.
Adding the $1,200 destination fee to the Long Range base price brings the total to $57,190. If you finance with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest, you’ll have a monthly payment of approximately $1,028. See 2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range for sale
2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range includes:
- Up to 358 miles of range – On a full charge, the electric propulsion system can go up to 358 miles. The top speed is 145 mph.
- Real-time satellite view – The Long Range navigation system includes a real-time satellite view of the route.
- Heated rear seats – All three second-row seats are heatable.
2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance (starting at $61,990)
Building on the Long Range, Performance adds 20-inch wheels, a carbon-fiber rear spoiler, high-performance brakes, and a lowered suspension.
Aluminum pedals and a track driving mode are also included.
Adding the $1,200 destination fee to the Performance base price equals $63,190. If you finance that amount for 60 months at 3% interest, it works out to about $1,135 per month with no money down. See 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance for sale
2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance includes:
- Up to 315 miles of range – On a full charge, the electric propulsion system can go up to 315 miles. The top speed is 162 mph.
- Lowered suspension – This provides stiffer springs, which transfer less weight when accelerating. Consequently, acceleration is quicker. Lowering a vehicle also improves its aerodynamics.
- Track driving mode – This includes relaxed stability control and torque vectoring.
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