Tesla

Tesla CATL LFP Prismatic (Standard Range)

LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate) cells from CATL (China) · 60 kWh total (57.5 kWh usable) · used in 5 model variants.

Tesla CATL LFP Prismatic (Standard Range)

LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate) · CATL (China) · Cell-to-pack (no modules), liquid-cooled, 360V
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About the pack
Capacity
57.5 kWh
useable · 60 total
Fast charge
170 kW
peak · 25 min 10→80%
Warranty floor
70%
capacity floor at 8 yr / 100k mi

Pack overview

ChemistryLFP (lithium-iron-phosphate)
Cell supplierCATL (China)
Cell formatPrismatic
Voltage (nominal)360 V
CoolingLiquid (glycol)
ArchitectureCell-to-pack (no modules), liquid-cooled, 360V
Warranty 8 yr / 100k mi
Capacity floor70%

Known issues

Medium
Pyrotechnic battery-disconnect recall (NHTSA 23V-434) on 2023 Model 3 and Model Y addressed a faulty squib that could fail to fire in a crash. Free dealer repair.
Low
LFP chemistry tolerates 100% daily charging without accelerated degradation; Tesla recommends weekly 100% charges to keep BMS calibration accurate.
Owner-fleet data
Low
Lower energy density means LFP packs are heavier per kWh than NCM; range-per-kWh is similar but cold-weather range is worse than NCM equivalent.
Owner-fleet data
Low
DC fast-charging peaks around 170 kW. Charge curve is flatter than NCM up to 80%, then tapers similarly above.
Owner-fleet data

How this pack ages (industry context)

Industry fleet aggregates: 2.3% average annual capacity loss across 22,700 EVs / 21 models (Geotab, 2026), and 95% range retention at 5 years on average across 30,000+ vehicles (Recurrent, 2026).

OEM warranty floor on this pack: 8 yr / 100k mi to 70% capacity.

Public per-pack degradation curves are not available for most models. Individual results vary materially with climate, charging behavior, and DC fast-charge frequency.

Vehicles using this pack

Battery-Related NHTSA Recalls

Recalls affecting battery, charging, electric propulsion, or thermal-event systems on vehicles using this pack. Recalls are deduplicated across model variants; affected vehicles are listed for each campaign.

23V434000 19/06/2023 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2023 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The pyrotechnic battery disconnect may be defective.

Consequence: A defective battery disconnect may not isolate the vehicle's high voltage battery after a crash or fault detection, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.

Affects: Tesla Model 3 2017-2020; Tesla Model 3 2021-2023

For TWD editorial coverage of major recall campaigns, see /recalls/.

Pack family

Tesla CATL LFP Prismatic (Standard Range) is part of the tesla-2170 family. Related packs:

Frequently Asked Questions

What chemistry is the Tesla CATL LFP Prismatic (Standard Range)?

The Tesla CATL LFP Prismatic (Standard Range) uses LFP (lithium-iron-phosphate) chemistry. Cells are supplied by CATL (China). Cell format: Prismatic. Pack architecture: Cell-to-pack (no modules), liquid-cooled, 360V.

What is the warranty on this pack?

8 years or 100,000 miles, with capacity coverage to 70% of original. Specific terms vary by year and trim; check the manufacturer's warranty booklet for the exact vehicle.

How much does this pack degrade over time?

Industry-wide fleet aggregates show roughly 2.3% average annual capacity loss across 22,700 EVs (Geotab, 2026), with about 95% range retention at five years on average across Recurrent's 30,000+ vehicle fleet (2026). Public per-pack degradation curves are not available for most models. The Tesla CATL LFP Prismatic (Standard Range) battery warranty runs 8 years / 100,000 miles to a 70% capacity floor, which is the OEM-guaranteed minimum within that period. Individual results vary with climate, charging habits, and DC fast-charging frequency.

Which vehicles use the Tesla CATL LFP Prismatic (Standard Range)?

Tesla Model 3 2017-2020 (Standard Range / RWD trim (China-built imports, primarily 2021-2023)); Tesla Model 3 2021-2023 (Standard Range / RWD trim (China-built imports, primarily 2021-2023)); Tesla Model 3 2024-2026 (Highland RWD trim (mixed sourcing; LFP on China-built builds)); Tesla Model Y 2020-2021 (RWD trim (LFP on later builds)); Tesla Model Y 2022-2024 (RWD trim (LFP on later builds)).

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