Video Summary
The Tesla Model 3 is still the electric vehicle to go for. It is more aerodynamic and offers better noise insulation. The review model is in deep blue, with new colors in gray and red also available. Comfortwise, 18-inch wheels trade design for comfort, compared to the optional 19-inch wheels. The car is 4.72 meters or 186 inches in length.The car has matrix LED headlights, but the system can switch on and off nervously in certain areas, and there may be a need for tweaking the settings. Matrix LEDs are also unlocked.
The battery is either a short-range model with 60-kilowatt hours net or around 80-kilowatt hours for the long-range model. All-wheel drive delivers faster acceleration, around four seconds, whereas rear-wheel drive takes around six seconds.
In the rear, the taillights are newly designed and are attached to the hatchback. Turning indicators are way more visible, as opposed to them being tiny previously. All frames are blacked out.
The rear seats have added comfort with dual insulation. Front seats, similar to those in the Model S, offer a greater degree of comfort.
The phone app is still a way of opening the vehicle, though there was an issue with the test and not being able to get a cellular signal.
A felt interior in the doors now features large high-premium German cars. Charging pads are not cooled, risking phone overheating, but are built with a good felt quality and space for two phones.
The steering wheel retains manual volume and cruise control options. The automatic wipers are not sensitive enough.
Because of battery weight, manufacturers often use stiffer suspension, hurting ride comfort, though comfort has been worked on overall. A significant portion of the vehicle can be controlled through the screen and interface. If looking at EVs for affordable long range, the car is still a very good deal, but has a few quirks. At highway speed, with the updated suspension, the tester noticed that the car was calmer with the higher speeds and lower levels of sound. The reviewers had a peak of over 200 kilowatts while charging at a V3 supercharger, and was able to charge from 10-80% in 33 minutes. Adaptive cruise control is very well used at this new speed.
