Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube video review of the electric car:The reviewed car is the new 2024 Tesla Model 3, the first major revision since its release seven years ago.
The exterior has an updated front end design with changes to the front fascia and headlights. The taillight design and rear-end design are also different.
The new wheels are more aerodynamic.
Two new paint colors are offered: aero gray and stealth red.
The Model 3 is the most aerodynamic Tesla to date.
The interior has been tweaked and revised for improved feel, quality, and premiumness.
A new material on the top of the dashboard looks and feels nice.
An aluminum trim line with mood lighting goes across the top of the dashboard and down to the door panels; the color can be changed.
It has an 8-inch display touchscreen that allows for rear passenger control.
There are new dual wireless charging pads and USB-C ports.
Roll-forward mode has been eliminated when the car is at idle.
There is an increase of premium feel.
The car is not called the Model 3 Highland, as has been widely thought.
One notable change is the lack of stocks on the steering column; turn signals are now buttons on the steering wheel. Shifting gears is done through a screen selection or using buttons on the ceiling near the rearview mirror.
A new next-generation premium sound system offers 17 speakers.
Driving the Tesla Model 3 is not an exciting experience.
The 2024 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD has 340 miles of range and 0-60 in 4.2 seconds, has dual motors, and costs around $47,500 before rebates.
It is a fantastic commuter and is all around a great appliance car.
Its weaknesses are numb steering and handling; the car is not especially exciting.
The autopilot system works well, but the car doesn't have a capacitive-touch steering wheel so the autopilot requires constant babysitting.
It lacks the 360-degree camera most cars offer now.
The new Model 3 gets a Doug score of 63 out of 100.
