Tesla has unveiled a new Model 3 Long Range RWD (Model 3 with 830-km range) in China rated at up to 830 km on the CLTC cycle, with first customer deliveries slated for September 2025. Orders are open now at ¥269,500. The car becomes Tesla’s longest-range model sold in China and targets range-sensitive buyers amid fierce local competition.
Fast facts (at a glance)
- Variant: Single-motor Long Range RWD (often referenced as Model 3+).
- Official range: 800–830 km CLTC depending on wheels; CLTC is more optimistic than EPA/WLTP.
- Price: ¥269,500 (≈ US$37.5k).
- Deliveries: September 2025 (China).
What’s actually new?
Bigger, denser battery and efficiency focus
Regulatory and industry reports indicate the LR RWD uses an ~78.4 kWh NCM pack from LG Energy Solution (ternary chemistry), paired with a 225 kW rear drive unit. Tesla cites gains from cell energy density and thermal management; peak DC fast-charge support is listed up to 250 kW.
Context: Tesla has sold RWD Model 3s with LFP packs in China for years; this long-range RWD moves to NCM to maximize endurance between charges.
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Range vs wheels
Tesla quotes 800–830 km CLTC, with the higher figure on the most efficient wheel/tire combo. Expect real-world range to be lower on EPA-style cycles.
Specs & pricing (China)
| Item | New Model 3 LR RWD (Model 3+) |
|---|---|
| Motor / Drive | Single motor, rear-wheel drive |
| Battery | ~78.4 kWh NCM (LGES) |
| Output | ~225 kW rear motor |
| 0–100 km/h | ~5.2 s (indicative) |
| Top speed | ~200 km/h (indicative) |
| DC fast charging | Up to 250 kW |
| Range (CLTC) | 800–830 km |
| Price (China) | ¥269,500 |
| Deliveries | September 2025 |
How it compares (range)
| Model (China) | Cycle | Rated range |
|---|---|---|
| Model 3 LR RWD (new) | CLTC | 800–830 km |
| Model 3 LR AWD (CN) | CLTC | ~753 km (recent update) |
| Model 3 Performance (CN) | CLTC | ~647 km (varies by wheel) |
| Model 3 LR (US)** | EPA | up to ~363 mi (584 km) |
(**Different test cycles; CLTC typically reads ~20–30% higher than EPA.)
Positioning in China’s EV battle
- Headline spec: Tesla now claims the longest CLTC range for a Model 3 in China—an SEO-friendly differentiator against BYD, NIO, and XPeng in a market obsessed with range.
- Price ladder: At ¥269,500, the LR RWD sits ~¥34,000 above the base RWD and below AWD/Performance, widening the 3’s coverage of buyer budgets.
- Demand lever: September availability gives Tesla a near-term story to pull in orders for Golden Week and Q3/Q4 pushes.
Charging & ownership notes
- DC 250 kW peak suits China’s expanding high-power networks; long-range + fast top-ups target intercity travel.
- Chemistry tradeoffs: NCM brings higher energy density (more range/weight) versus LFP (longevity/cost); daily charging habits should reflect that (e.g., less frequent 100% charges). (Inference from chemistry characteristics, aligned with reports.) CarNewsChina.com
Availability, trims, and what to watch
- Order now; deliveries September: Tesla and Chinese media confirm September start. Watch lead times if demand spikes on the 830-km headline.
- Nomenclature: You may see “Model 3+” or “Long Range RWD” interchangeably in Chinese coverage. electrive.com
- Specs creep: China has seen frequent micro-updates; keep an eye on wheel packages and software options that affect range/price. Teslarati
FAQs: Model 3 with 830-km range
Is 830 km realistic?
It’s CLTC—optimistic versus EPA. Expect lower real-world highway range, especially with larger wheels or winter temps.
Who supplies the battery?
Industry/regulatory reports point to LG Energy Solution NCM ~78.4 kWh.
When do deliveries start?
September 2025 in China.
What’s the price?
¥269,500 for the LR RWD.
