Auto loans: red 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance in Java

The 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance: before you buy

We rent cars and sell one only now and then. There is no 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page helps you judge the 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance before you buy one anywhere.

Recalls and complaints

Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA has 221 owner complaints on file, mostly about unknown or other, forward collision avoidance and electrical system. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.

The figures, translated

Its electric motor drives through a 1-speed automatic. Being electric, it is quiet and quick from a stop, and it charges at home, at work or at public chargers. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.

Energy use is rated at 18.7 kWh/100 km, about 56 kWh for 300 km. The EPA rates its range at 488 km. Winter cold and fast highway driving cut that down. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $2.81. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$700 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Space and size

Being a mid-size car, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. For luggage, 425 litres means a family's bags for a long weekend.

Who rents the Model 3

It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits people who want to try an electric car before buying one.

Rent it for a week first

Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Drive the Model 3 on your commute before you commit to it. A week with the Model 3 answers more than any brochure.

Money matters

Charging at home usually costs less than public fast charging. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $28.10 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.

Year and trim

Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.

A note on Java

Java is about 442 km from our Toronto location, beyond the area we deliver to. If you are starting from Toronto, rent the car here and drive it to Java.

One more step

Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.