The new Model 3 refresh was released on October 1, 2025, the first upgrade to the standard rear-wheel drive model since January 10, 2025,

Tesla decided to keep the price at 235,500 yuan despite the refresh, which remains to be one of the most affordable Tesla vehicle ever.

The refresh features all-black Tesla badges on the front and rear, and adds a front bumper camera that improves visibility at low speeds.

This is the 8th camera on the Model 3 and it covers the blind spot directly below the front of the car, which will improve assisted parking precision and the safety of the Smart Summon feature.

According to Tesla China’s official configuration page, a new order of the base model today will take 4-6 weeks to be delivered to customers.

There are three other more expensive configurations, the Long Range RWD, Long Range AWD, and Performance models that also have an estimated delivery time of 4-6 weeks.