Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD
Highland Facelift · launched Apr 24 2024 · Sedan · CBU
The Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is the top of 4 Model 3 variants, priced at RM232,000.
Colours — exterior
- Diamond Black Metallic
- Marine Blue Metallic Metallic
- Pearl White Multi-Coat Pearl
- Quicksilver Metallic
- Stealth Grey Metallic
- Ultra Red Metallic
Colours — interior
- Black dash
- Black seats
- Black dash
- Zen Grey seats
How this variant compares
Against the Premium Long Range RWD, this Performance AWD costs RM45,000 more — about RM460/mo on a loan — and adds AWD instead of RWD, 145 PS more (460 vs 315) and a quicker 0–100 km/h time (3.1s vs 5.2s). The Premium Long Range RWD counters with 150 km more range.
Powertrain
- Engine Tech
- 400V architecture, TL2 front motor
- Fuel
- Electric
- Number of Motors
- 2
- Motor Horsepower
- 460 hp
- Motor Torque
- 723 Nm
- Battery Capacity
- 79 kWh
- EV Range
- 600 km
- Charging Rate (AC)
- 11 kW
- Charging Rate (DC)
- 250 kW
- V2L
- Yes
Drivetrain
- Transmission
- Single Ratio Automatic
- Transmission Name
- Single-ratio Transmission
- Transmission Manufacturer
- Tesla
- Driveline
- All Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
- 0-100 km/h
- 3.1 seconds
- Top Speed
- 261 km/h
Dimensions
- Length
- 4,720 mm
- Width
- 2,089 mm
- Height
- 1,441 mm
- Doors
- 4
- Seats
- 5
- Boot Space
- 594 litres
- Front Tyre
- 235/35R20
- Rear Tyre
- 275/30R20
- Factory Tyres
- Pirelli P Zero Elect
- Wiper Blade (Driver)
- 26 inch
- Wiper Blade (Passenger)
- 19 inch
Chassis
- Assembly
- China (CBU)
- Front Suspension
- Double Wishbones
- Rear Suspension
- Multi-link
- Front Wheels
- 20" Warp Alloy
- Rear Wheels
- 20" Warp Alloy
- Steering
- Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
- Chassis Notes
- Performance Brakes, Adaptive Suspension
Safety
- Airbags
- 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee)
- ABS/EBD
- ✓
- Stability Control
- ✓
- Alarm
- ✓
- Immobilizer
- ✓
- Seat Belts
- 5 Three-point
- Blind Spot Info System
- ✓
- ISOFIX
- Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats
- Autonomous Braking System
- Yes
- Lane-keeping Assist
- Steering Correction
- Collision Warning
- ✓
- Seatbelt Reminder
- All Seats
Lighting
- Headlamps
- Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam
- Taillamps
- LED Combination
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- ✓
- Rear Foglamps
- ✓
Cabin
- Front Seats
- Power Adjustable Front Sport Seats, Heated & Ventilated
- Rear Seats
- 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated
- Front Air-con
- Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter
- Rear Air-con
- Rear Vents with Rear Screen
- Sunroof
- Panoramic Glass Roof
- Power Sockets
- 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C
- Interior Lighting
- Map Lights & Ambient Lighting
- Cup Holders
- 2 Front, 2 Rear
- Audio
- 16" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 17 Speakers
Comfort & access
- Power Windows
- Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch
- Engine Start
- Keyless (Depress Brake to Start)
- Locks
- Keyless Operation
- Boot Operation
- Powered Boot
- Folding Wing Mirrors
- ✓
- Parking Brake
- Electronic
Driving aids
- Auto Headlamps
- ✓
- Auto Wipers
- ✓
- Cruise Control
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Hill Start Assist
- ✓
Steering wheel
- Steering Audio Control
- ✓
- Steering Tilt
- ✓
- Steering Telescopic
- ✓
- Electric Steering Adjustment
- ✓
Parking & cameras
- Reverse Camera
- Yes
Infotainment
- Bluetooth
- ✓
- Navigation
- ✓
- Instrument Cluster
- Full LCD Monitor
- Convenience Notes
- Dual Wireless Qi Chargers, Powershare V2L via Tesla Outlet Adapter (RM350, sold separately) on cars built from October 2026
Warranty
- Warranty Mileage Manufacturer
- 80,000 km
- Warranty Manufacturer
- 4 years
- Warranty Notes
- 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance)
Performance AWD FAQ
How much is the Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD in Malaysia?
The Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD is priced at RM232,000 OTR (Peninsular Malaysia, without insurance) — about RM2,370/mo a month on a 9-year loan at 2.5% flat.
What is the difference between the Performance AWD and the Premium Long Range RWD?
The Performance AWD costs RM45,000 more than the Premium Long Range RWD and adds AWD instead of RWD, 145 PS more (460 vs 315) and a quicker 0–100 km/h time (3.1s vs 5.2s).