2017 – 2023 · 1 body style available
1st Gen
The highest-volume used EV in the world. Deep supply, hard depreciation, and seven years of running changes.
Tesla Model 3 (2017-2023) Buyer's Guide
The first-generation Model 3 (2017-2023) is the highest-volume used electric car in the world, which means supply is deep and pricing is competitive. It is also seven model years of continuous running changes, so build date matters more than on almost any
2024 – present · 1 body style available
2nd Gen
The Highland refresh fixed the ride and the noise, then deleted the turn signal stalk.
Tesla Model 3 Highland (2024+) Buyer's Guide
The Highland refresh arrived for 2024 and is a genuine redesign rather than a styling nip. The body was reworked for lower drag and much lower cabin noise, the suspension and bushings were retuned for a softer and quieter ride, the rear seats gained their own
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Frequently asked questions
What generations of the Tesla Model 3 are there?
1st Gen (2017 to 2023); 2nd Gen (2024 to present).
What are the common problems with the Tesla Model 3?
Documented problems include Front Control Arm Knock, 12V Battery Failure, Heat Pump and Octovalve Fault (2021+). Which ones apply depends on the generation, so open the year you are considering for its recalls, complaints and a full breakdown.
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Tesla Model 3?
Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.