2021 Tesla Model 3 Vehicle Loading
Load Capacity Labeling
It is important to understand how much weight your Model 3 can safely carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo and any additional equipment added to your Model 3 since it was manufactured.
Two labels attached to Model 3 indicate how much weight Model 3 can safely carry.
Both labels are visible on the door pillar when the front door is open.
- Tire and Loading Information Label
- Vehicle Certification Label
Tire and Loading Information Label
The Tire and Loading Information label provides:
- The maximum number of occupant seating positions.
- The maximum vehicle capacity weight.
- The size of the original tires.
- The cold inflation pressures for the original front and rear tires. These pressures are recommended to optimize ride and handling characteristics.
United States/Canada:
Mexico:
Never change this label, even if you use different tires in the future.
Vehicle Certification Label
The Vehicle Certification label provides:
- GVWR – Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The maximum allowable total mass of Model 3. This is calculated as the weight of Model 3 equipped with the heaviest factory selectable options, all passengers, fluids, and cargo.
- GAWR FRT and GAWR RR – Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front and rear axles. The GAWR is the maximum distributed weight that each axle can support.
United States:
Canada:
Mexico:
Calculating Load Limits
- Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or XXX kg” on the “Tire and Loading Information” label.
- Determine the combined weight of all occupants that will ride in the vehicle.
- Subtract the combined weight of the occupants from XXX lbs or XXX kg (see Step 1).
- The resulting figure equals the available cargo load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five 150 lb (68 kg) passengers in the vehicle, the amount of available cargo capacity is 650 lbs (1400 ‑ 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs) or 295 kg (635 ‑ 340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg).
- Determine the combined cargo weight being loaded on the vehicle. That weight must not exceed the available cargo load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Example Load Limit Calculations
How much cargo Model 3 can carry depends on the number and weight of passengers. The following calculated load limit examples assume passengers weigh 150 lbs (68 kg). If passengers weigh more or less, available cargo weight decreases or increases respectively.
| Description | Total |
|---|---|
| Vehicle capacity weight | 954 lbs (433 kg) |
| Subtract occupant weight (2 x 150 lbs/68 kg) | 300 lbs (136 kg) |
| Available cargo weight | 654 lbs (297 kg) |
| Description | Total |
|---|---|
| Vehicle capacity weight | 954 lbs (433 kg) |
| Subtract occupant weight (5 x 150 lbs/68 kg) | 750 lbs (340 kg) |
| Available cargo weight | 204 lbs (93 kg) |
The cargo weight should be distributed between the front and rear trunks.
Towing a Trailer
Roof Racks
Model 3 supports the use of Tesla-approved roof racks using a Tesla mounting accessory. To install roof racks, you must use this accessory and you must use only roof rack systems that have been approved by Tesla (see Parts and Accessories). Failure to do so can cause significant damage.