2022 Tesla Model 3 Depreciation
A 4-year-old 2022 Tesla Model 3 has lost about 53.3% of its roughly $57,990 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $27,078, with most listings between $23,061 and $30,590. Listed examples average 64,605 miles.
2022 Tesla Model 3 Price by Mileage
What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.
How Mileage Affects 2022 Tesla Model 3 Price
Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.
| Mileage | Median price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 30k mi | $30,998 | 25 |
| 30k–50k mi | $29,590 | 52 |
| 50k–75k mi | $27,272 | 73 |
| 75k–100k mi | $24,650 | 32 |
| 100k–130k mi | $21,990 | 21 |
| Over 130k mi | $17,908 | 9 |
What's a Good Price for a 2022 Tesla Model 3?
Great deal
Under $24,990
Typical
$24,990–$29,590
Overpriced
Above $29,590
Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.
Price Spread
Range across 212 listings.
Half of all listings fall between $24,990 and $29,590, with a median of $27,085.
Ownership & Condition
Across 212 2022 Tesla Model 3 listings.
Accident-free
80%
One-owner
70%
Avg owners
1.3
Personal use
90%
2022 Tesla Model 3 Efficiency & Specs
EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.
Efficiency
125 MPGe
EPA range
358 mi
Energy / year
$600
Power
Electricity
EPA class
Midsize Cars
Depreciation by Trim
See how each 2022 Tesla Model 3 trim holds its value.
| Trim | Fuel | MSRP | Median Resale | Depreciation | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Range | Electric | $57,990 | $26,681 | 53.7% | 119 |
| Performance | Electric | $62,990 | $29,326 | 53.7% | 34 |
How the 2022 Tesla Model 3 Compares to Other Years
At 53.3% depreciation, the 2022 Tesla Model 3 sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2023 has lost 39.7% (around $31,585), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $4,507 more. The older 2021 sits at 51.5% (around $24,392), so dropping back a year saves about $2,686. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.
Safety Ratings
NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2022 Tesla Model 3.
Known Issues & Complaints
744 NHTSA complaints, 17 recalls reported.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
276 complaintsI was driving my Tesla 3 back from LA yesterday. The car has "AI3" hardware not "AI4". The software is fully up to date. I do *not* subscribe to "Tesla FSD (Supervised)" but the car is equipped with "Autopilot". I was driving in "Autopilot"
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
154 complaintsI purchased the Full Self-Driving (FSD) package for approximately $10,000 on my 2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. Tesla marketed FSD as a feature that would enable autonomous driving capabilities including Navigate on Autopilot, Auto Lane
SERVICE BRAKES
91 complaintsTesla Model 3 while using the “FSD” or auto pilot mode will do what’s called “phantom breaking” with its emergency breaking system. This is very scary and has almost caused more accidents than preventing them in my experience. Tesla had not
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
63 complaintsVehicle was operating under Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) on [XXX], on [XXX]. While FSD was engaged, the vehicle struck a large object/debris that was present in the travel lane. The system did not appear to detect or avoid the obsta
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
40 complaintsWhile driving my Tesla, Autopilot was engaged and navigating with the destination entered. At the time of the incident, my hand was on the steering wheel when the vehicle suddenly attempted to make a hard right turn toward a divider. This w
STEERING
31 complaints2022 Tesla Model 3 with approximately 19,373 miles. Third-party tire shop inspection on April 25, 2026 identified visible tearing of front lower control arm bushings on BOTH sides (bilateral failure). Rubber bushing material has separated f
Top Issues
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- SERVICE BRAKES
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Buyer Red Flags
- !Recall 22V037000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The "rolling stop" functionality available as part of the
- !Recall 22V045000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model S and Model X, 2017-2022 Model 3, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle start
- !Recall 22V050000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2022 Model Y vehicles. A software error may cause a valve in the heat pump to open unintentio
- !Recall 22V063000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM): Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Model S, Model X, Model Y, and 2017-2022 Model 3 vehicles. The Boombox function allows sounds to be played through an external sp
2022 Tesla Model 3 Listings
Real 2022 Model 3 listings on the market now.
$31,990
2022 Performance · White
34,132 mi · Salt Lake City, UT
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$24,990
2022 · White
43,631 mi · New York City, NY
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$27,990
2022 Long Range · White
56,505 mi · Phoenix, AZ
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$26,990
2022 Long Range · Gray
65,791 mi · Richmond, VA
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$26,590
2022 Long Range · White
66,151 mi · San Antonio, TX
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$27,590
2022 Performance · Black
68,835 mi · Sacramento, CA
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Live dealer listings, refreshed periodically. Prices and availability change.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 2022 Tesla Model 3 worth?
A 2022 Tesla Model 3 is typically worth around $27,078, with most listings falling between $23,061 and $30,590. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 64,605 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.
How much has the 2022 Tesla Model 3 depreciated?
The 2022 Tesla Model 3 has lost about 53.3% of its original $57,990 base MSRP — roughly $30,909 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.
How many miles does a used 2022 Model 3 have?
Listed 2022 Model 3s average about 64,605 miles, with most between 32,825 and 97,010. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.
What is a good price for a 2022 Tesla Model 3?
For a 2022 Tesla Model 3, anything under $24,990 is a strong deal, $24,990 to $29,590 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $29,590 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.
Methodology
Figures for the 2022 Tesla Model 3 are computed from 153 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.