2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD specs & fuel economy
The 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is rated 113 MPGe combined by the EPA (118 city, 107 highway). That is 17% above the 96.4 MPGe average across the 15 EPA configurations in the 2022 Midsize Cars class, placing it in the 83rd percentile of its class. At 12,000 miles at $0.16/kWh it costs about $575 a year to run.
EPA data snapshot imported 2026-09-06 · United States · US gallons
The 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD has 1 EPA-listed configuration in our 2026-09-06 data snapshot. Listed transmissions: Automatic (A1). Compare the engine, drive type and fuel ratings below before matching an individual car by VIN.
How the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD compares in its class
EPA publishes each configuration on its own. Ranking one against every configuration EPA rated in the same class and model year is our calculation from the 2026-09-06 snapshot, not an EPA figure.
- Combined rating
- 113 MPGe
- 2022 Midsize Cars average
- 96.4 MPGe
- Difference
- 17% above average
- Rank in class
- 83th percentile of 15 configurations
- Reference annual energy cost
- $575 · 12,000 miles at $0.16/kWh
The class average covers every 2022 configuration EPA rated in the Midsize Cars class, compared in MPGe only, so electric and liquid-fuel ratings are never mixed. The reference cost is a fixed assumption for comparison; the calculator below takes your own mileage and prices.
Engine, transmission and fuel economy
The single 2022 Model 3 Performance AWD configuration EPA rated, with a link to its source record. Combined primary-fuel ratings: 113 MPGe. Missing values remain “Not reported.”
| Engine / transmission / drive | Primary fuel | City | Highway | Combined | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electricity · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive | ElectricityEV | 118 MPGe | 107 MPGe | 113 MPGe | EPA #45012 |
Other 2022 Tesla Model 3 versions
EPA lists these versions separately. The figures above apply to the listing named “Model 3 Performance AWD”; they are not a specification for every Model 3 trim.
Electric and alternative-fuel details
EPA #45012
Electricity · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
- Alternative fuel
- None listed
- Electricity consumption
- 30 kWh/100 miles
- 240 V charging time
- 10 hours
- Electric motor descriptor
- 131 and 190 kW AC 3-Phase
- EPA range
- 315 miles
Charging time refers to the reported 240 V setup; it is not a DC fast-charge time. Range and efficiency are test estimates, not a used battery’s measured condition.
What would it cost you to run?
Enter your own mileage and prices — these are assumptions, not live pump prices.
| Configuration | Annual cost | Calculation basis |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity · Automatic (A1) · All-Wheel DriveEPA #45012 | $575 | Electricity only |
Miles ÷ combined MPG × price per gallon; electric versions use miles ÷ 100 × kWh/100 miles × price per kWh. Plug-in hybrids show gasoline operation only. Maintenance, insurance and depreciation are excluded.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD?
The 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is rated 113 MPGe combined by the EPA (118 city, 107 highway). That is 17% above the 96.4 MPGe average across the 15 EPA configurations in the 2022 Midsize Cars class, placing it in the 83rd percentile of its class. At 12,000 miles at $0.16/kWh it costs about $575 a year to run.
What transmission does the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD have?
EPA records list Automatic (A1) across the 1 rated configuration of the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD. These are model-level configurations. Match the individual car’s VIN and factory build information before identifying a replacement transmission.
What fuel does the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD use?
The 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is listed with Electricity. Match the particular configuration and follow the vehicle’s fuel label and owner’s manual.
How much does the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD cost to run per year?
About $575 in fuel or energy at 12,000 miles at $0.16/kWh, using the 113 MPGe combined EPA rating. That excludes maintenance, insurance, depreciation and charging-session fees. Enter your own mileage and prices in the calculator on this page for a figure that matches your driving.
Are these the exact specifications of my Model 3 Performance AWD?
These are the 1 EPA model-year configuration recorded for the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD, not a decode of an individual VIN or a complete trim catalogue. Confirm identity, installed equipment and service requirements with the car’s VIN and manufacturer records.
Will I achieve the listed fuel economy?
EPA ratings support comparisons under standardized test conditions. Your result depends on driving, weather, tyres, load, charging pattern and vehicle condition. The cost calculator uses the listed combined rating and your entered prices.