How Much Does Mileage Affect My 2023 Tesla Model 3 Value?
Mileage directly cuts the value of your 2023 Tesla Model 3. High-mile cars sell for 20% to 50% less than low-mile ones. Average drivers log 12,000 to 13,500 miles per year. That puts most 2023 Model 3s at $21,000 to $27,000 today. This range sits 40% to 55% below the original $48,130 MSRP. Low-mile cars under 36,000 miles fetch $28,000 to $32,000.
Why Mileage Changes Price
Buyers want low miles for less wear and more warranty time. Battery health drops with heavy use. Brakes, tires, and interior show signs of miles too. Valuation tools list average-mile 2023 Model 3s at $20,700 to $23,000 for trade-ins. Retail hits mid to high $20,000s. Some sites show $26,800 for average listings. Past 45,000 miles, prices fall to low $20,000s. Heavy-use cars dip under $20,000 based on condition and local demand.
Mileage Benchmarks for 2023 Tesla Model 3
| Mileage Level | Annual Miles | 3-Year Total | Typical Retail Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low | Under 12,000 | Under 36,000 | $28,000 to $32,000 |
| Average | 12,000 to 13,500 | 36,000 to 40,500 | $23,000 to $27,000 |
| High | Over 15,000 | Over 45,000 | $18,000 to $22,000 |
These values assume good condition and clean history. Options, color, tire wear, accidents, and charging habits shift prices. Local supply plays a role too. A clean car with popular options beats averages even at average miles.
Tips to Protect Your Value
- Drive under 12,000 miles per year. Combine trips. Use ride shares for short drives.
- Sell before big mileage marks like 30,000, 45,000, or 60,000 miles.
- Charge at home. Skip daily fast charging. Keep charge between 20% and 80% daily.
- Maintain tires: rotate every 6,000 to 7,500 miles. Check alignment. Swap cabin filters.
- Fix curb rash or chips fast.
- Update software. Show features work on test drives.
- Save all records: service, charging, warranty work.
- Check values monthly. Sell before dips or Tesla price cuts.
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