Video Summary
Here is the requested summary of the YouTube video:- Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive Tesla Model 3 offers class-leading electric range in comparison to some competitors.
- The entry-level rear-wheel drive can be found for £40,000 while the long-range costs £45,000, the Long Range all-wheel drive costs £50,000, and the long-range performance model costs £60,000.
- The manufacturer hasn't shared battery pack data, but it is claimed to have an 82-kilowatt-hour battery pack.
- A heat pump comes standard across the entire trim range for better efficiency in colder climates.
- The long-range rear-wheel drive has 436-mile range claims, while all-wheel drive is 390 miles and performance model is 328 miles. The entry-level rear-wheel drive is 318 miles.
- Real world range tested in mixed driving netted 320-340 miles. This range tested was the highest the reviewer has obtained in any vehicle.
- 19" Nova rims on the test model impacted overall range by roughly 30-40 miles. Standard 18" rims give better electric range.
- Regenerative braking mode only has one setting and is disappointing. The older models had customization options, such as paddle shifters.
- With up to 250kW input charge, the car's 10-80% Supercharger V3 takes 25-30 minutes while V2(150kW) would take around 40 minutes. A home charger (2.3kW) will take 45 hours.
- All model 3's include an 11kW on-board charger and can charge from 10-100% in 8-9 hours using a type 2 port.
- The manufacturer hasn't shared the power details on this long-range rear wheel. The long-range performance model has 343kW of power.
- 0 to 60 took 5.35 seconds. 50 to 70 mph took 2.8 seconds. Top speed for the model is 125 mph.
- Rear wheel drive does loose traction when putting your foot down in wet conditions.
- The suspension system is the same across other models, but the removal of the front mounted motor affects driving. On bumpy roads the front can bounce more, but in general it's responsive when winding.
- Cabin noise is very similar to other Model 3s offering a serene experience.
- The rear seats are comfortable with plenty of leg room and the lack of a drive shaft hump allows for better foot space. The panoramic sunroof has a UV protection.
- No instrument cluster, head up display and all operations require the use of the 15.4 inch dashboard display. The driver selector is also a touch screen feature.
- Car has a lack of an indicator stalk. Touch buttons on the steering wheel, while it is intuitive in the US, the button based system is hard to use in the UK and Europe as they require too much attention when entering roundabouts.
- The Model 3 offers class-leading storage and plenty of options for charging.
- Given its benefits, the Model 3 long-range rear-wheel drive is the most sensible option and gets a Best Buy award.
