What does a Tesla Model 3 Performance (2025–2026) really cost?

Consumption (WLTP): 16.5 kWh/100 km · CO₂ 0 g/km
Every figure below is computed for this model — list price €58,490 (checked 27 Sept 2026), current tax and tariff assumptions, methodology open.
Monthly total cost by usage profile
| Profile | €/month | €/km |
|---|---|---|
| Low mileage (10,000 km/yr, 60 % charged at home) | €845 | €1.01 |
| Standard (15,000 km/yr, 80 % charged at home) | €896 | €0.72 |
| High mileage (25,000 km/yr, 70 % charged at home) | €1,022 | €0.49 |
11% below the Midsize average
What the cost is made of
- DepreciationAnchored€69676 %
- EnergyCalibrated€10712 %
- Vehicle taxOfficial€0
- InsuranceCalibrated€8910 %
- Maintenance & tyresModel€293 %
- THG bonusMarket-€25
- Total€896
Evidence classes: Official = rule or official value · Anchored = published market figure · Calibrated = model tuned to measured data · Model = documented estimate · Market = current market rate
Depreciation
Estimated value after 3 years (15,000 km/yr): ~€31,000 of €58,490 (−47 %). Based on a published residual — ecomento.de + autobild.de 03.06.2026 (Bähr & Fess) (basis 36m/60000km).
Market Used market week 40, 2026: median listing €29,999 at Ø 76,007 km and Ø 3.3 yr (37 listings, our own collection). Listings sit 3 % above our estimate for 3.3 yr (asking, not transaction prices). Market Radar →
Charging scenarios
- 100 % at home: €96/mo
- Mostly public (20 % home): €143/mo
Cheaper alternatives (Midsize)
- Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Line 84 — €892/mo, €4 less
- MG IM5 100 Long Range (2026–) — €891/mo, €5 less
- VW ID.7 Pro S (2024–) — €863/mo, €33 less
Frequently asked
How much does a Tesla Model 3 Performance (2025–2026) cost per month?
At 15,000 km/yr and 80 % home charging: about €896 per month all-in (depreciation, energy, tax, insurance, maintenance). At 10,000 km ~€845; at 25,000 km ~€1,022.
How much value does a Tesla Model 3 Performance (2025–2026) lose?
After 3 years an estimated ~€31,000 remains (−47 %). Basis: published residual (ecomento.de + autobild.de 03.06.2026 (Bähr & Fess)).
What does charging a Tesla Model 3 Performance (2025–2026) cost?
Home-only ~€96/month; mostly public ~€143/month (15,000 km/yr, current tariffs, incl. real-world consumption uplift).