Tesla has updated the Model 3 sold in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico with a larger 16-inch center touchscreen across the full lineup. The company has made several other changes at the same time, including quicker acceleration for the Model 3 Premium AWD, more range for the Model 3 Performance, a black headliner, higher output, and a darker finish for the optional 19-inch Nova wheels.
Tesla has updated the Model Y Premium AWD in the United States too, cutting its listed 0-60 mph time from 4.6 seconds to 4.3 seconds.
Model 3 Premium AWD gets quicker
The Model 3 Premium AWD now reaches 60 mph in 3.8 seconds, down from 4.2 seconds. Its EPA-estimated range remains 346 miles. Tesla has not detailed the hardware or software changes behind the quicker acceleration.
Model 3 Performance gets more range
The Model 3 Performance now carries an EPA-estimated range of 316 miles, up from 309 miles. Peak output rises to 528 horsepower from about 510 hp, though the listed 0-60 mph time remains 2.9 seconds. Top speed stays at 163 mph.
Tesla has added an all-black headliner to the Performance cabin.
Every Model 3 in the US, Puerto Rico & Mexico now comes with a larger 16" center touchscreen
— Tesla North America (@tesla_na) October 2, 2026
Additional highlights
– Black headliner for Model 3 Performance, also more range (316 miles, up from 309) & improved peak power at 528hp
– Model 3 Premium AWD accelerates even quicker… pic.twitter.com/dIdflr8F33
Larger screen comes to every Model 3
Every Model 3 sold in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico now gets a 16-inch center touchscreen, replacing the previous 15.4-inch display. The change applies across the lineup rather than being limited to higher trims.
Nova wheels get a darker finish
Tesla has changed the optional 19-inch Nova wheels from a silver finish to grey. The darker look is similar to the Dark Nova wheels introduced on updated Model 3 vehicles in some overseas markets.
The black-and-white interior remains available on the North American Model 3. Tesla has introduced a Zen Grey interior on some Shanghai-built Model 3 vehicles, but that option has not been announced for the United States, Puerto Rico, or Mexico. Vehicle-to-load capability has not been announced for the North American Model 3 either.
Model Y Premium AWD drops to 4.3 seconds
Tesla has cut the Model Y Premium AWD’s 0-60 mph time in the United States from 4.6 seconds to 4.3 seconds. The company has not provided a detailed technical explanation for the improvement.
Key changes
| Model or feature | Previous | Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Model 3 center screen | 15.4 inches | 16 inches |
| Model 3 Premium AWD 0-60 mph | 4.2 sec | 3.8 sec |
| Model 3 Premium AWD range | 346 miles | 346 miles |
| Model 3 Performance range | 309 miles | 316 miles |
| Model 3 Performance output | About 510 hp | 528 hp |
| Model 3 Performance 0-60 mph | 2.9 sec | 2.9 sec |
| Model 3 Performance headliner | Previous treatment | All black |
| Model 3 19-inch Nova wheels | Silver | Grey |
| Model Y Premium AWD 0-60 mph | 4.6 sec | 4.3 sec |
The update gives the Model 3 a larger screen across all trims, with the Premium AWD getting quicker acceleration and the Performance receiving more range, higher output, and a darker cabin treatment.
The Model Y Premium AWD gets a smaller acceleration improvement of its own, moving to 4.3 seconds from 0-60 mph.
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