The Fitment Dilemma: Why Most Wheels Don’t Work on the Model 3 Performance

The Fitment Dilemma: Why Most Wheels Don’t Work on the Model 3 Performance

Tesla’s Model 3 Performance (M3P) delivers serious power and sharp dynamics — but when it comes to aftermarket wheels, the upgrade path is often anything but smooth.

The issue? Clearance.

The factory 4-piston Brembo brakes on the M3P feature a wider and more protruding caliper profile than standard Model 3 or Y trims. This creates several headaches for owners: 

  • Interference with the wheel barrel 
  • Unwanted brake noise from caliper contact 
  • Complete fitment failure without expensive spacers or custom machining

And it doesn’t end there. Many aftermarket brands don’t test against Tesla’s brake profile, leaving owners stuck between poor options and risky guesses.

The MW Series: Tesla-Proven Brake Clearance

At CyberMetals®, we took a different approach. The MW Series is not a generic fitment wheel — it’s engineered specifically for the Model 3 Performance brake geometry using precise 3D modelling.

Every size — 18”, 19”, and 20” — has been road-tested and clearance-verified for real-world driving.

Tested and Validated Specs:

  • ≥3.0mm clearance between caliper face and inner barrel 
  • No spacers, hub rings, or brake mods required 
  • Direct bolt-on using factory lugs & 64.1mm centre bore 
  • Maintains full clearance under load, cornering, and suspension compression

In short: true plug-and-play fitment for your M3P — and yes, it’s fully compatible with all Model 3 and Model Y variants too.

Why Forged Matters: MW Performance Benefits

Beyond flawless clearance, the MW Series delivers real mechanical and thermal advantages:

Fully Forged 6061-T6 Aluminium

  • ~20–25% weight savings vs OEM cast wheels 
  • Reduces unsprung mass → sharper throttle and handling response

Track-Ready Strength

  • Increased rigidity under load
  • Optimised barrel design for heat dissipation
  • Passed JWL/VIA testing and in-house fatigue standards

Visual Options

  • Finishes: Satin Black / Satin Gunmetal
  • Fitment choices for OEM+ or aggressive staggered stance
  • Custom Finishes/offsets/sizes available upon request

Built for Tesla. Backed by Data.

At CyberMetals®, we don’t guess — we model, measure, test, and road-validate every fitment.

If you’re upgrading your wheels on a Performance Model 3 or want track-tested assurance across your Model Y or RWD/LR 3, the MW Series delivers a level of engineering most brands can’t match.

[Explore the MW Series Now] — Brake-safe. Track-tough. Tesla-proven.

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