Tesla real-world range vs WLTP: every model
We set EV Database's real-world range estimates against the official WLTP figure for every Model 3 and Model Y on sale in the UK, then worked out the winter motorway range and the distance between Supercharger stops.
Quick answers
- Across the eight Model 3 and Model Y versions on sale in the UK, EV Database's real-world range averages 79% of the WLTP figure, on our calculation.
- The Model 3 averages 82.5% of its WLTP range and the Model Y 75.9%, because the saloon is lower and more aerodynamic than the SUV.
- The Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD has the longest real-world range of any Tesla at 360 miles, against a WLTP figure of 466 miles.
- The entry Model Y RWD manages 235 miles in real-world driving, 72.1% of its 326-mile WLTP figure, the lowest ratio in the Tesla range.
- On a 70 mph motorway at minus 10°C, EV Database's estimates fall to between 52% and 63% of WLTP, or 170 to 260 miles depending on the car.
- In the NAF El Prix winter test in Norway in January 2026, a Model Y covered 359 km against its 600 km WLTP rating, 40.2% short, while the 24 cars tested averaged 37.6% short.
- A 10 to 80 per cent Supercharger stop buys about 120 miles of winter motorway driving in a Model Y RWD and about 180 miles in a Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD, on our sums.
A new Tesla covers 72% to 87% of its official WLTP range in mixed real-world driving, based on EV Database’s estimates. That works out to 235 to 360 miles on a full charge, and on a 70 mph motorway in a hard frost the figure drops to 170 to 260 miles.
WLTP is a laboratory test. It lets you compare one car with another fairly, but it is gentler than a cold, wet run up the M6. EV Database models what each car does at real speeds, in both mild and cold weather, and we have set its figures against the WLTP number for every Model 3 and Model Y Tesla sells in the UK. Our guide to WLTP figures in the real world explains how the test works.
How far does each Tesla really go?
The Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD goes furthest, at an estimated 360 miles, and the Model Y RWD the shortest distance, at 235 miles. Prices are on-the-road list prices shown by EV Database on 1 November 2026.
| Model (November 2026 price) | WLTP range | Real-world range | Real-world % of WLTP | Cold motorway range | Cold motorway % of WLTP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 RWD (£37,990) | 332 miles | 275 miles | 82.8% | 200 miles | 60.2% |
| Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD (£44,990) | 466 miles | 360 miles | 77.3% | 260 miles | 55.8% |
| Model 3 Premium Long Range AWD (£49,990) | 410 miles | 340 miles | 82.9% | 245 miles | 59.8% |
| Model 3 Performance (£59,990) | 373 miles | 325 miles | 87.1% | 235 miles | 63.0% |
| Model Y RWD (£44,990) | 326 miles | 235 miles | 72.1% | 170 miles | 52.1% |
| Model Y Premium Long Range RWD (£49,990) | 375 miles | 285 miles | 76.0% | 205 miles | 54.7% |
| Model Y Premium Long Range AWD (£52,990) | 386 miles | 295 miles | 76.4% | 210 miles | 54.4% |
| Model Y Performance (£61,990) | 360 miles | 285 miles | 79.2% | 205 miles | 56.9% |
How we worked it out: EV Database real-world range divided by the headline WLTP range, for each version; “cold motorway” is EV Database’s 70 mph figure at minus 10°C with the heater on.
Across all eight cars, the real-world figure averages 79% of WLTP. In plain terms, take a fifth off the number in the brochure and you have a fair guide to a full charge in mixed driving.
Two notes on the WLTP column. Tesla quotes the best-case (lowest energy) WLTP value, which is the one we use; EV Database gives the Model Y RWD’s higher-energy figure as 309 miles. And the Model Y Long Range RWD launched in February 2026 at 383 miles WLTP, according to electrive. EV Database now lists the current Premium Long Range RWD, built with Tesla’s own 4680 cells, at 375 miles.
Why does the Model 3 get closer to its WLTP range than the Model Y?
The Model 3 averages 82.5% of its WLTP figure and the Model Y 75.9%, on our sums. The saloon sits lower and pushes less air than the taller SUV, and that matters more at real-world speeds than in the WLTP cycle, which spends much of its time at low and medium speeds. EV Database estimates the Model 3 RWD uses 218 Wh per mile against 255 Wh per mile for the Model Y RWD, though both carry a 60 kWh usable battery.
The Performance versions score the best ratios (87.1% for the Model 3 and 79.2% for the Model Y), but not because they go further. Their WLTP figures are lower to begin with, so the real-world figure falls less far below them. If you want the most miles, the Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD still wins comfortably, by 35 miles over the Performance. Our guide on which Tesla to buy weighs range against price and space.
How much range does a Tesla lose in winter?
In EV Database’s worst case, at minus 10°C with the heater running, combined driving falls to 60% to 72% of WLTP. That is 195 miles for the Model Y RWD and 295 miles for the Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD, against 270 and 425 miles in its mild-weather case at 23°C. Most UK winter days sit between those two extremes; our piece on how much range you lose in winter covers what drives the loss and how to limit it.
Independent testing in harsher conditions bears this out. In the NAF El Prix test in Folldal, Norway, in January 2026, run at temperatures from minus 8°C to minus 31°C, a Model Y covered 359 km (223 miles) against a 600 km WLTP rating, 40.2% short, according to Austrian motoring club ÖAMTC. The 24 cars tested fell an average of 37.6% short and the best managed 28.9%, so the Tesla finished slightly worse than the field average.
How far does a Tesla go on the motorway?
At a steady 70 mph in mild weather, EV Database puts the Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD at 345 miles and the Model Y RWD at 220 miles. In the cold, those fall to 260 and 170 miles. Speed costs range in any electric car, as our guide to range loss on the motorway explains, and it is the biggest reason a Tesla falls short of its WLTP figure on a long trip.
What matters on a long journey is the distance between charging stops. Most drivers charge from 10 to 80 per cent at a Supercharger, which uses 70% of the battery.
| Model | Winter motorway miles per 10 to 80% stop |
|---|---|
| Model 3 RWD | About 140 miles |
| Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD | About 180 miles |
| Model 3 Premium Long Range AWD | About 170 miles |
| Model 3 Performance | About 165 miles |
| Model Y RWD | About 120 miles |
| Model Y Premium Long Range RWD | About 145 miles |
| Model Y Premium Long Range AWD | About 145 miles |
| Model Y Performance | About 145 miles |
How we worked it out: EV Database cold motorway range multiplied by 0.7 (the 10 to 80 per cent window), rounded to the nearest 5 miles.
So in a Model Y RWD on a frosty day you should plan a stop in under two hours at 70 mph; in the long-range Model 3 you can go about half as far again. For the cost of each stop, see how much it costs to charge a Tesla.
What about older and used Teslas?
Older Teslas follow the same pattern, with the Model Y again further from its WLTP figure than the Model 3. These are EV Database’s figures for three common used versions, before any battery wear.
| Used model (years sold) | WLTP range | Real-world range | Real-world % of WLTP | Cold motorway range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 RWD (2022 to 2023) | 308 miles | 245 miles | 79.5% | 180 miles |
| Model Y RWD (2022 to 2024) | 283 miles | 210 miles | 74.2% | 155 miles |
| Model Y Long Range AWD (2022 to 2025) | 337 miles | 275 miles | 81.6% | 200 miles |
A used car will also have lost some capacity with age and mileage, so check the battery health before you buy; our used Tesla Model Y buying guide covers what to look for.
The Model S and Model X are not in our tables because Tesla stopped selling them in right-hand drive in the UK in May 2023, according to EV Fleet World. Tesla has since said production of both would wind down in the second quarter of 2026.
Which Tesla has the best real-world range?
The Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD, at 360 miles in mixed driving and 260 miles on a cold motorway, is the longest-range Tesla on sale. It cost £44,990 in November 2026, the same list price as the Model Y RWD, which manages 235 miles. For a family that needs the Model Y’s space, the Premium Long Range AWD goes furthest at 295 miles.
What this means for you
Take about a fifth off a Tesla’s WLTP figure for everyday driving, and plan winter motorway trips on just over half of it. If you charge at home and most of your driving is local, the gap rarely matters, since even the Model Y RWD’s cold-weather combined figure is 195 miles. If you regularly drive 200 miles or more in one go, the Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD is the Tesla that makes those trips with the fewest stops.
How we test and where our numbers come from
Range figures are official WLTP combined values taken from manufacturer UK specification pages, with real-world estimates drawn from independent comparative testing. Prices are UK list prices at the time of the latest update. Tax, grant and charging-scheme figures come from GOV.UK and HMRC publications. We re-check every guide when pricing, specification or policy changes. Last checked 1 November 2026. How we work out our own figures.
Frequently asked questions
What is the real-world range of a Tesla?
The real-world range of a new Tesla is 235 to 360 miles, according to EV Database's estimates for the eight Model 3 and Model Y versions on sale in the UK. That is 72% to 87% of the official WLTP figure. The Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD goes furthest and the Model Y RWD the shortest distance.
How accurate is Tesla's WLTP range?
Tesla's WLTP range is about a fifth higher than what most drivers will see: EV Database's real-world estimates average 79% of WLTP across the current range, on our calculation. The gap is smaller in the Model 3 (82.5% on average) than in the Model Y (75.9%). WLTP is a standard lab test, so every brand's figures overstate real driving to some degree.
How far does a Tesla Model Y go on a full charge?
A new Model Y goes 235 to 295 miles on a full charge in mixed real-world driving, according to EV Database. The Model Y RWD is estimated at 235 miles, the Premium Long Range RWD and Performance at 285 miles, and the Premium Long Range AWD at 295 miles. On a cold motorway, those fall to 170 to 210 miles.
How far does a Tesla Model 3 go on a full charge?
A new Model 3 goes 275 to 360 miles on a full charge in mixed real-world driving, according to EV Database. The Model 3 RWD is estimated at 275 miles, the Performance at 325 miles, the Premium Long Range AWD at 340 miles and the Premium Long Range RWD at 360 miles.
How much range does a Tesla lose in winter?
A Tesla can lose 28% to 40% of its WLTP range in cold weather, depending on the model and the conditions. EV Database's worst case, at minus 10°C with the heater on, puts combined driving at 60% to 72% of WLTP. In Norway's January 2026 El Prix test, at temperatures down to minus 31°C, a Model Y fell 40.2% short of WLTP.
Which Tesla has the best range?
The Model 3 Premium Long Range RWD has the best range of any Tesla on sale in the UK, at 466 miles WLTP and 360 miles in EV Database's real-world estimate. It cost £44,990 in November 2026. The longest-range Model Y is the Premium Long Range AWD, at 386 miles WLTP and 295 miles real-world.
Can I still buy a new Tesla Model S or Model X in the UK?
No, not in right-hand drive. Tesla stopped selling right-hand-drive Model S and Model X cars in the UK in May 2023 and moved both to left-hand drive only. Tesla has since said it will end Model S and Model X production, with the wind-down set for the second quarter of 2026.
Sources and further reading
- ev-database.orgElectric vehicles available in the UK (Tesla)Current and discontinued UK Tesla versions with real-world range, efficiency, availability dates and on-the-road prices (£37,990 to £61,990 for cars on sale).
- ev-database.orgTesla Model 3 RWD (Highland)Model 3 RWD: 332 miles WLTP, 275 miles real range, 200 miles on a cold motorway, 230 miles cold combined, 60 kWh usable, 218 Wh/mile, £37,990.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model 3 Premium RWD (Highland)466 miles WLTP, 360 miles real range, 260 miles cold motorway, 345 miles mild motorway, 295 miles cold combined; defines the cold case as minus 10°C with heating, the mild case as 23°C without air conditioning, and highway as a constant 70 mph.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model 3 Premium AWD (Highland)410 miles WLTP, 340 miles real range, 245 miles cold motorway, 285 miles cold combined, £49,990.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model 3 Performance (Highland)373 miles WLTP, 325 miles real range, 235 miles cold motorway, 270 miles cold combined, £59,990.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model Y RWD (Juniper)326 miles WLTP (309 miles on the higher-energy test value), 235 miles real range, 170 miles cold motorway, 220 miles mild motorway, 195 miles cold combined, 60 kWh usable, 255 Wh/mile, £44,990.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model Y Premium RWD (Juniper, Tesla 4680)375 miles WLTP, 285 miles real range, 205 miles cold motorway, 240 miles cold combined, 74 kWh usable, £49,990.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model Y Premium AWD (Juniper)386 miles WLTP, 295 miles real range, 210 miles cold motorway, 245 miles cold combined, £52,990.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model Y Performance (Juniper)360 miles WLTP, 285 miles real range, 205 miles cold motorway, 240 miles cold combined, £61,990.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model Y Long Range AWD (2022 to 2025)Used Model Y Long Range AWD sold February 2022 to February 2025: 337 miles WLTP, 275 miles real range, 200 miles cold motorway.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model 3 RWD (2022 to 2023)Used Model 3 RWD sold January 2022 to October 2023: 308 miles WLTP, 245 miles real range, 180 miles cold motorway.
- ev-database.orgTesla Model Y RWD (2022 to 2024)Used Model Y RWD sold November 2022 to October 2024: 283 miles WLTP, 210 miles real range, 155 miles cold motorway.
- oeamtc.atWinter-Reichweitentest bei E-Fahrzeugen in Norwegen 2026NAF El Prix January 2026: Model Y covered 359 km against a 600 km WLTP rating (minus 40.2%); 24 cars at minus 8°C to minus 31°C averaged 37.6% below WLTP, with the smallest shortfall 28.9%.
- greenfleet.netTwenty-four EVs tested in -32°C temperatures during El PrixEl Prix 2026 was run by NAF with Motor over two days in January 2026 in Folldal, Norway, with 24 cars.
- electrive.comTesla brings Model Y Long Range RWD to the UKThe Model Y Long Range RWD launched in the UK in February 2026 at £44,990 with a 383-mile WLTP range.
- evfleetworld.co.ukTesla axes right-hand-drive Model S and Model XTesla stopped selling right-hand-drive Model S and Model X in the UK in May 2023; both are now left-hand drive only.
- driveteslacanada.caTesla to discontinue Model S and Model X in Q2 2026Tesla said on its Q4 2025 earnings call that Model S and Model X production would wind down in the second quarter of 2026.
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