2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance revealed with more power, Australian price confirmed

Due to arrive in Australia between July and September 2024, the new Model 3 Performance has followed its less-powerful siblings with comprehensive updates inside and out – including the removal of a traditional gear shifter, indicator stalks, and wiper controls.

Tesla has invested in additional upgrades for the latest all-wheel-drive Performance variant, such as a more powerful dual-motor setup, adaptive dampers, a stiffer chassis, an updated Track Mode, and a unique design compared to the Rear-Wheel Drive and Long Range AWD.

With a new-generation drive unit, combined power from the revised electric motors is 343kW, which allows for a 0-100km/h sprint time of 3.1 seconds – two-tenths quicker than before – and a 262km/h top speed.

Under the skin, the addition of adaptive dampers – developed in-house – allows the Model 3 to offer improved handling over the fixed suspension fitted to other variants without compromising ride quality.

Other revisions include different springs, stabiliser bars and bushings, red brake calipers and higher-performance brake pads for quicker deceleration and a better thermal limit.

Performance-specific design changes over standard Model 3 variants include revised front and rear bumpers with integrated cooling ducts and improved aerodynamics, a carbon-fibre spoiler, heated and ventilated sports bucket seats with more lateral support, and a unique Performance badge inspired by the Model S and Model X Plaid.

The 2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance is due to arrive in Australia between July and September.