Video Summary
The key summary points from the video review of the electric car are:- The updated Tesla Model 3 features slimmer headlights and taillights and more aerodynamic front and rear bumpers, improving efficiency.
- The updated model does 318 miles to a charge, compared to 305 miles of the previous model.
- The new Model 3 is 30% quieter than the last model. Double glazing has been fitted and mounting points of the suspension have been tweaked to accomplish this.
- The Volkswagen ID.7 is Volkswagen's new flagship electric car with a drag coefficient of 0.23. It has a long official range of 384 miles on a charge,
- The ID.7 infotainment system has been redesigned, and is claimed to be a vast improvement over that of previous ID models.
- The BYD Seal has a maritime-themed name and looks to be a direct competitor to the Tesla Model 3. The version tested in the video is a rear-wheel drive model with one electric motor.
- The BYD Seal has an LFP battery and a long official range, making it similar to the Model 3. The review model has more than 350 miles, which is impressive.
- The Tesla Model 3 had the benefit of using the Tesla Supercharger network. It had a maximum charging speed of 170kW and could charge from 10-80% in 25 minutes.
- The process of charging non-Tesla vehicles at a Supercharger is more complicated, as you must download and set up an app with payment details. Non-Teslas must pay 51p/kWh, compared to Tesla's 44p/kWh.
- The Model 3 was the quickest and easiest to charge; this can be attributed to the Tesla Supercharger network.
- The ID.7 has the quietest ride of the three cars, as well as the most practicality.
- The Model 3 looks the nicest inside. Its minimalist approach is very visually appealing. Build quality has taken a noticeable step up as well, putting it just above that of the ID.7.
- The BYD Seal interior feels very vinyl with a strong plastic smell. The screen obstructs the driver's view and is very distracting.
- To the tune of £20 more than the Tesla, the ID.7 will set the consumer back £111.39 for the road trip. The BYD was only a few dollars shy as well, settling to £94.96. The Model 3 however, came to £59.20.
- In these parameters, the Model 3 is still on top.
