A Tesla Model 3 owner has just recorded 200,000 miles on his electric sedan’s original battery pack and motors in less than six years. Despite this, the EV only showed minimal range loss.
Minimal battery degradation after 200K miles
A 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance owner named Lawrence has clocked 200,000 miles on the original 75 kWh battery pack in almost six years with a 244 Wh/miles efficiency, according to YouTube content creator Tesla Joy.
Despite reaching high mileage, Lawrence reported a net loss in range of just approximately 9-10%.
Impressively, Lawrence emphasized that this battery degradation rate has no longer increased since his Tesla Model 3 reached 100,000 miles. The initial battery capacity decline was reportedly more apparent in the first 50,000-70,000 miles.
The owner further noted that he often utilizes supercharging technologies for his Tesla Model 3, claiming that the charging rate can still hit up to 250 kW with appropriate preconditioning. This result implies that supercharging did not significantly damage the electric sedan’s battery.
In addition, the electric sedan only needed minimal upkeep. Lawrence outlined that his Tesla Model 3 still maintains its original brake pads. Aside from a minor control arm issue, the electric sedan has not encountered significant mechanical problems. A supercharger circuit did require a fix before the car hit 155,000 miles, primarily due to its age rather than excessive use. As expected, Lawrence has replaced the tires multiple times, mostly due to punctures from nails instead of general wear and tear.
Tesla’s after-sales support
While the 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance in question impressed with its remarkable battery durability and low maintenance cost, Lawrence’s ownership has not really been smooth sailing.
He shared his dismay with Tesla’s after-sales support system regarding his electric sedan’s persistent seat sensor issue. This malfunction reportedly needed a high-cost out-of-warranty repair.
EV longevity concerns sidelined as Tesla Model 3’s battery and motors endure
Electric vehicles have long been associated with longevity and battery degradation issues. However, ongoing advancements in battery technologies continue to address most of these apprehensions.
Lawrence’s 6-year ownership experience with his 2018 Tesla Model 3 Performance demonstrates its remarkable longevity and low maintenance cost.
EVs are indeed cheaper to maintain than their ICE counterparts due to their lesser moving parts. In addition, it also proves that EV batteries really last a significant amount of time, contradicting critics’ claims that owners “have to get a new battery every 75,000 miles.”
You can watch the Tesla Joy’s full YouTube content below:
