Model 3/Y LFP 60–64 kWh (CATL/BYD): durably reliable, but RWD only

LFP batteries (CATL/BYD) — an excellent choice for long-term ownership: low degradation with daily 80–100% charging and simple operation. Usually fitted to RWD.

Battery · 60 LFP, 62, 64 LFP

Drivetrain · RWD

Updated · 2025-09-16

LFP characteristics

Better tolerates frequent charging to 100% (Tesla recommends periodic 100% to calibrate SoC).
Calmer degradation at high SoC compared to NCA/NCM.
Limitation: typically fitted to RWD only.

Link

Charge/range guidance: https://www.tesla.com/support/range

Sources

tesla.comblocked from BYarchive
https://www.tesla.com/support/range

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