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Tesla Opens Orders for 2026 Model 3 in Australia With New 750km Long-Range RWD

A larger NMC battery with new hardware pushes WLTP range to class-leading levels.

Overview

  • The new Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive variant is rated at up to 750km WLTP on 18-inch wheels, or 691km on 19-inch wheels.
  • Orders open on October 3 with test drives due late October and first deliveries slated for November, priced from $54,900 for RWD, $61,900 for Long Range RWD, and $80,900 for Performance before on-road costs.
  • The Performance model gains a larger battery that lifts its WLTP range to 571km while retaining a 3.1-second 0–100km/h claim.
  • All variants add a front bumper camera and black badging, while the reported return of an indicator stalk is not yet confirmed for Australian cars.
  • Australian deliveries continue to be sourced from China, and reports differ on the Long Range AWD variant’s local availability and pricing.