Tesla in Connecticut, EIA August 2026 prices
Cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in Connecticut
Charging a 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh per 100 miles, EPA) at Connecticut's average residential price of 24.51¢/kWh costs about $6.46 per 100 miles and $72.73 a month for 13,500 miles a year. A full charge from empty (346 miles EPA range) costs about $22.37.
Per month
$72.7313,500 mi a year
- Per 100 miles
- $6.4624.51¢/kWh
- Per year
- $872.73vs $1,912.05 for gas
- Full charge
- $22.37346 mi EPA range
- Per month
- $72.7313,500 mi a year
Calculate for your Tesla Model 3
Live EIA prices and EPA efficiency. Updates as you type.
Tesla Model 3 trims: charging cost in Connecticut
EPA efficiency and range for every current trim.
| Trim | kWh/100 mi | EPA range | Per 100 miles | Per month | Full charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.2 | 316 mi | $7.41 | $83.40 | $23.43 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance | 29.6 | 309 mi | $7.25 | $81.58 | $22.41 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.2 | 314 mi | $7.41 | $83.40 | $23.28 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $6.46 | $72.73 | $22.37 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $6.04 | $67.94 | $21.92 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard RWD | 24.3 | 321 mi | $5.96 | $67.01 | $19.12 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | 26.4 | 346 mi | $6.46 | $72.73 | $22.37 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD | 24.6 | 363 mi | $6.04 | $67.94 | $21.92 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Long Range RWD-I (19in wheels) | 25.6 | 346 mi | $6.29 | $70.72 | $21.75 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD | 30.9 | 298 mi | $7.58 | $85.26 | $22.58 |
Charging time at home
Miles of range added per hour of charging.
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD adds about 5.5 miles of range per hour on a 120 V outlet and 29.1 miles per hour on a 240 V, 32 A charger, based on its EPA efficiency. Try other chargers in the charging time calculator.
Tesla Model 3 vs a gas car in Connecticut
With regular gasoline at $4.249 a gallon (EIA New England average, October 19, 2026), a 30 mpg car costs $1,912.05 a year to fuel for 13,500 miles. The Tesla Model 3 costs $872.73 — $1,039.32 less.
Charging a Tesla Model 3 in nearby states
| State | Electricity (¢/kWh) | Per 100 miles | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut this page | 24.51 | $6.46 | $72.73 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18 | $7.43 | $83.62 |
| New York | 28.65 | $7.56 | $85.01 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48 | $8.04 | $90.44 |
Other EVs in Connecticut
- Tesla
Tesla Model Y
$74.07 / month26.9 kWh/100 mi, 337 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model S
$89.58 / month32.5 kWh/100 mi, 348 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Model X
$94.43 / month34.2 kWh/100 mi, 329 mi range
- Tesla
Tesla Cybertruck
$118.31 / month42.9 kWh/100 mi, 325 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Equinox EV
$89.94 / month32.6 kWh/100 mi, 307 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Blazer EV
$98.28 / month35.6 kWh/100 mi, 283 mi range
- Chevrolet
Chevrolet Silverado EV
$136.63 / month49.6 kWh/100 mi, 286 mi range
- Ford
Ford Mustang Mach-E
$92.74 / month33.6 kWh/100 mi, 240 mi range
See the Tesla Model 3 charging cost in every state or all EVs in Connecticut.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 in Connecticut?
About $6.46 per 100 miles and $72.73 a month for 13,500 miles a year, for the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD (26.4 kWh/100 mi) at 24.51¢/kWh.
How much is a full charge for a Tesla Model 3 in Connecticut?
About $22.37 for 91.3 kWh from the wall, enough for the 346-mile EPA range of the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Premium AWD.
How long does it take to charge a Tesla Model 3 at home?
Adding 100 miles takes about 18 h 19 min on a 120 V Level 1 outlet and 3 h 26 min on a 32 A Level 2 charger (7.68 kW).
Is a Tesla Model 3 cheaper to run than a gas car in Connecticut?
On fuel, yes: $872.73 a year versus $1,912.05 for a 30 mpg car at $4.249/gal.