Tesla Model 3 / Y side mirror: which version fits your car?
Short answer: match your original mirror's features and connector. Model 3 and Model Y mirrors combine power-folding and heating, and some also have auto-dimming (electrochromic) glass — availability varied by build date and market. There was also a 2020 chrome-to-black trim change, and the Highland/Juniper mirrors are their own parts.
Order by matching what your car actually has: the trim color, whether the glass auto-dims, and the plug. A mismatch can mean missing functions or a connector that doesn't fit.
The feature versions to check
Tesla mirrors integrate motors (power-fold and adjust) and a heating element; some also have auto-dimming glass to cut headlight glare. Tesla added, then removed, then reintroduced auto-dimming on Model 3/Y at different points, so availability depends on your build date and market — check whether your glass dims.
Fully-featured OEM mirrors use a multi-pin connector for power-fold, tilt, memory and auto-dim. Match the connector so all functions work.
Trim color and generation
Around 2020 Tesla switched the mirror caps from chrome to black — match your car's trim. And a Highland (2024+) Model 3 mirror does not fit the earlier car, just as a legacy mirror won't fit a Highland; the same generation rule applies to Model Y Juniper.
If a replacement mirror behaves oddly at first, a Tesla software update sometimes resolves it. When unsure, send us a photo of your mirror and connector and we'll match it.
Frequently asked
How do I know if my Tesla mirror auto-dims?
Check whether the mirror glass darkens in response to bright light behind you at night. Auto-dimming availability varied by build date and market on Model 3/Y, so confirm your car's version before ordering a replacement.
Does a Model 3 mirror fit a Model Y (or a Highland)?
Match the generation and features. Highland (2024+) mirrors don't interchange with the earlier Model 3, and the same generation rule applies to Model Y Juniper. Always match trim color, features and the connector.
What changed with the 2020 mirror update?
Around 2020 Tesla changed the mirror caps from chrome to black. Match your car's trim so the replacement looks right.