Winter / Cold Weather
Tesla Model 3 — Winter / Cold Weather Tire Pressure
For winter / cold weather use on the Tesla Model 3, set cold pressures to 48 PSI front and 48 PSI rear.
Winter / Cold Weather cold pressure
Front
48
331 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
48
331 kPa
+3 vs OEM
OEM spec
45/45 PSI
Tire size
235/40R19
Curb weight
1,636 kg
Category
ev
Tire pressure drops ~1 PSI per 10 °F. Add 3 PSI in winter so cold-morning pressure still meets spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for winter driving in the Tesla Model 3?
- For winter / cold weather use on the Tesla Model 3, set cold pressures to 48 PSI front and 48 PSI rear. Tire pressure drops ~1 PSI per 10 °F. Add 3 PSI in winter so cold-morning pressure still meets spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Tesla Model 3?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2017–2024 Tesla Model 3 is 45 PSI front / 45 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- Do I need more air in my tires in the winter?
- Yes. Tire pressure drops roughly 1 PSI for every 10 °F drop in ambient temperature. Setting 48/48 PSI (OEM +3) keeps you at spec on 20 °F mornings.
- What is 48 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 48 PSI = 3.3 bar = 331 kPa. The rear 48 PSI = 3.3 bar.
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