Tesla Model 3 Long Range EV charger: which one fits best?
The Tesla Model 3 Long Range carries a usable battery of 75 kWh. Its WLTP range runs to around 600 kilometres, one of the highest in its class. At home you charge it with alternating current, up to 11 kW. That is the ceiling of its on-board charger, the converter that turns AC into battery power. A faster wallbox adds nothing at home, so an 11 kW EV charger is the right match for most drivers.
Every version is compared on the Tesla Model 3 EV charger page, alongside the rest of the Tesla EV chargers.
For the Model 3 Long Range we recommend a charger from our 11 kW EV chargers.
Charging specifications of the Tesla Model 3 Long Range
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 75 kWh usable (78.1 kWh nominal) |
| Max. AC charging power (home) | 11 kW (three-phase) |
| Range (WLTP) | approx. 580 to 600 km |
| Charging time with an 11 kW EV charger | approx. 7 hours |
| Charging connector | Type 2 |
| DC fast charging | up to approx. 250 kW (Supercharger) |
Which EV charger suits the Tesla Model 3 Long Range?
The Model 3 Long Range charges at home on 11 kW over a three-phase connection. Three-phase means the car draws power from all three phases of your home connection. So you pick a charger that delivers that power. A 22 kW model brings no extra speed here, because the car itself sets the limit.
A MID meter is a certified kWh meter built into the charger. Because it sits in the charger, your charging use stays separate from your household use. And because the meter is certified, you can rely on that reading down to the kilowatt-hour. We carry chargers with a MID meter at 11 kW and at 22 kW.
App control is the second feature worth weighing for a car you charge overnight. You start, stop and follow a session from your phone. Every charger in our EV chargers with an app range works that way, and most also show what a session cost. The widest choice sits in our home EV chargers.
How long does the Tesla Model 3 Long Range take to charge?
An 11 kW EV charger fills the 75 kWh battery in about 7 hours. Plug the car in during the evening and it is full by morning. That is plenty for the WLTP range of nearly 600 kilometres. On the road it works differently. At a Supercharger the Model 3 Long Range takes DC power up to around 250 kW. A short stop is enough to carry on with a good buffer. At home, 11 kW stays the maximum the car accepts.
Other versions of the Tesla Model 3
Wallbox Discounter also has charging advice for the other versions of the Tesla Model 3:
- Tesla Model 3 Performance, the sporty top version
- Tesla Model 3 Standard, the entry version
- Tesla Model 3 Standard Plus, more range than the Standard
Frequently asked questions
Does the Tesla Model 3 Long Range really charge at only 11 kW at home?
Yes. The on-board charger accepts a maximum of 11 kW on alternating current. A 22 kW charger will not charge it any faster at home. On the road the car does take direct current up to around 250 kW at a Supercharger.
Do I need an EV charger with a MID meter?
That depends on whether you want your charging use as a separate figure. A MID meter sits inside the charger and counts only the power your car takes. The certification means the reading is accurate enough to settle a bill on. Without one, your charging simply disappears into the household bill. Whichever charger you pick, we recommend having the connection made by a qualified electrician. That is safer, and it matters for your insurance.