What Model 3 buyers get
The 2026 buyer benefit for a new Model 3 order has typically been a free trial of Full Self-Driving (Supervised) — recently three months — activated on your account after delivery. Your referrer earns Tesla Credits toward Supercharging, service, or the Tesla Shop. Tesla adjusts benefits over time, so verify current terms on Tesla's Refer and Earn page before ordering.
The benefit matches the Model Y referral benefit exactly — same program, same reward, whichever car you choose.
How to apply it to a Model 3 order
- Open the referral link before you start configuring.
- Build your Model 3 and continue to payment.
- Complete the order in the same session — the referral is attached automatically.
You typically won't see a "referral code" box; the link handles it. Step-by-step details: where to enter a Tesla referral code.
Things that void the benefit
- Placing the order first. A referral can't be added retroactively — see can you add a referral after ordering?
- Switching browsers or devices mid-order. Finish the order in the session the link opened.
- Non-qualifying purchases. Used and some inventory/demo cars may be excluded; check Tesla's terms.
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