Tesla Model 3 Refresh Driving Review - Is It Any Good?!?!
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- Опубліковано 1 лют 2024
- Tesla just started shipping the refresh Tesla Model 3 (Project Highland) to stores across the country in an attempt to get Demo models in the hands of customers. This gives consumers a chance to experience the new refreshed Model 3 first hand and place their order for their very own.
As of now, there is a 2-3 month wait to get a new Model 3 in this new refreshed setup. That wait is expected to continue to extend as people start getting a first hand account of the vehicle, both on the body and interior, as well as the way the car drives.
After driving the Tesla Model 3, in this case a Model 3 RWD, I have some immediate thoughts. I have previously owned both a Model 3 SR RWD and a Model 3 LR AWD. Both vehicles were very similar, except for range and acceleration.
This base Model 3 that I drove today was far superior than my previous Tesla Model 3's and comes with a whole suite of new features and updates. Of course there are the obvious things like new bumpers, head lights, tail lights, wheels, etc. but there are also some pretty big updates on the inside.
The refresh Tesla Model 3 now comes with a screen in the back, updated dash, new seats that include cooled seats in the front, stalkless steering wheel, with turn signals on the wheel and shifting on the screen, LED color changing ambient lighting, a new improved suspension for a softer ride, better aerodynamics and wheels and tires for a more efficient ride and new range.
The things that did not change are the overall size, acceleration and price. In fact, Tesla was able to add quite a few new top end features to this new Tesla without increasing prices by using a bit of redesign magic. There are some visual changes that show cheaper materials, such as the dash and center console, but the biggest changes are hidden, in the way the car is made.
Tesla continues to improve their cutting edge body casting capabilities, and the refresh Model 3 is no exception. The new processes underneath the paint help improve production significantly and reduce those costs. This allows Tesla to both reduce cost to produce and also expand margin.
After my demo with this 2024 Tesla Model 3 RWD, I can say confidently that this is a far superior car than its predecessor. The car is smooth, quiet and the materials feel far more solid on the whole. Although there are some things I dont like, such as the center console, dash and lack of fog lights, the improvements and new features far outweigh these less than ideal changes.
The new refreshed Model 3 is sure to be a top selling car, and early indications show that orders are coming in much faster than Tesla can produce, making for extended lead times.
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Great video. You do a fine job of covering the car's interior features, which many reviewers have been neglecting.
Glad you liked it!
Am I missing something on why people are complaining towards Tesla for shortcomings of the EPA range estimates? It’s EPA stating the range estimates not Tesla. Glad EPA is able to adjust their calculations to match closer to real world numbers.
I’m not blaming anyone. I’m applauding the change to the test cycle to make numbers closer to reality
@@BeardedTeslaGuy I’m not saying you directly. I’ve seen in other posts and videos with people mad at Tesla directly for overstating their range numbers when it’s the EPA coming up with those estimates. I understand the frustration. I just think it’s directed at the wrong group.
@@pk-76 It is sort of an odd thing with the prior Teslas as real world for them were severely worse than EPA estimates. Yes, we can blame the EPA but then we see cars like Taycan that get near or more than EPA and Rivian that seems to be pretty close. Not sure how to explain it but the real world for Tesla especially highway have been horrendous.
Manufacturers do the testing per epa standards and can use different test cycles which yield different results.
@pk-76 read up on how mfg reports their EPA ratings dummy. JFC.
Thanks, BTG. Can't wait for the Juniper.
Americans may also be stuck waiting for the Model Y Juniper. Tesla launched the updated Model 3 in China and Europe last fall. It’s just now bringing the car to America. Same will happen with Y
You and me both!
Love your videos! I’m holding out for the MY Juniper later in the year. I drive a ‘22 Bronco and with a 100 mile/day commute, switching to Tesla as the family car makes more sense for us currently.
I swapped out my Tacoma to a Tesla MYP and couldn’t be happier…works really nice for a family of four! You’ll love it!
Good choice!
I’ve had refresh model 3 LR in Australia for a few weeks now, absolutely love it, Shanghai build that we get looks a bit better, everything is aligned and the cup holder cover is the same speed as the other one 😀
Yea, the N.A. Model 3 will get there, these are the first production versions off the line. Typical Tesla stuff IMO
Test drove the same car. Impressed with the smoothness of the ride and some of the interior features like the ventilated seats. Big improvement since our original 2019 M3.
Agreed
It's a great car. :Powerful.
Great video! Appreciate it!
Glad you liked it!
I really enjoyed your video and subscribed to your channel
Thanks for the sub!
I just test drove a new M3LR yesterday. I think the interior is a slight upgrade compared to the current/old M3/MY, which is nice since the price remained the same, but I do agree that the center console covers seem to be a bit cheaper. I feel like they are similar thickness plastics as before, but somehow they felt cheaper to me. The ambient strip on my test car also didn't come particularly close to lining up between the doors and dash. I completely missed the new blind spot indicators. I guess I'm so used to using the blind spot camera that it never occurred to me to look at the new indicator.
The ride was noticeably smoother compared to my 21 MYP. I test drove a 23 MYP last year with the comfort suspension and didn't feel like there was a huge difference, but this one I definitely could feel. Very smooth ride. I still don't care for the turn signal buttons though. I think if I was to get another Tesla, and it will not have turn signal stalks for sure, it would have to be paired with steer by wire. Turn signal buttons paired with normal steering wheel just doesn't make any sense other than to cut costs.
Overall I do think the refreshed M3 is quite nice and a pretty good value. Thanks for the video!
I think all things considered it’s a solid update
Awesome video. I’m waiting to upgrade my 2021 Model Y LR to the new Y refresh.
can't wait for the refresh to get here!
Awesome video. Think I’ll be like you and wait for the Y to see if I’ll switch from my 3.
I can't wait for refresh Model Y
Nice review! You captured everything I wanted to see. I wonder what the average person will think about no stalks 🤔
I’m doing test drive tomorrow!
Enjoy the test drive!
Definitely waiting for the Model Y Juniper, hopefully performance.
Fingers crossed 🤞
By any chance did you see in new M3s with the Nova rims? I go to test drive here in Dallas tomorrow, and that’s mainly what I want to see.
I did not
waiting on the refreshed model Y happy with my ride for now
can't wait for it also!
Nice review! I have a 2021 LR Model 3 with acceleration boost and I'll be ordering the new performance model whenever that comes out. Can't bring myself to get the new LR right now and get a slower car than I currently have (because the new one doesn't yet offer acceleration boost). I'll wait for the Plaid, Ludicrous, or whatever they call the performance model.
Im actually pretty anxious to see what they bring to the table with Model 3 Plaid!
Love the improvements. I’ll be ordering the performance model 3 at years end and my wife will have my Model 3. Although she doesn’t know it yet? 😂
Hey beard could you help me out with some advice on this one? Kinda like the way you ordered the acceleration boost on your car without the wife’s knowledge. 😮😅
I have been informed that I am NOT the source for this kind of advice 😂😂
How about the speaker system in the refreshed standard range? I heard it now has a sub but i cant find any videos where anyone talks about it lol, im big on audio and i wish someone would talk about it on this refresh.....
Oh if the base / standard model comes with a Sub…I’m officially sold on the base model! The Sub is the only reason I was gonna wait for the Performance Model 3 Highland. I’m big on Audio too!
Cannot confirm on the RWD at the moment.
I need a car now, so I am trying to decide between this refreshed 3 or current Model Y (long range for either). Which would you recommend?
Hard decision to make. M3 will take a while to deliver, Model Y may be cheaper with Tax credit
@@BeardedTeslaGuy I have a M3 ordered with a March estimated delivery, so I would be pivoting away from that. Are the improvements in the M3 worth it over whatever might be lacking in the current Model Y? My main concern with the 3 is the backseat space. My kids are 11 and 13 and I am reasonably tall (6ft 3in) and seems like they will be similar. This won't be our main "family car" but I also don't want their experience to be bad when driving.
Model Y long range is a no brainer with the $ 7500 credit up front it sits higher a back hatch more room overall. Good Luck.
Not sure what it’s called but does this have the automatic gear selector? Like if you’re in your garage it will move to reverse gear when you start a ride.
Yes
Nice, you live near me do they have that in the new Clermont location?
No it’s at the John Young store
@@BeardedTeslaGuy Haha yeah a Tesla rep. Called me and told me it was there today after I messaged you. Said Florida mall getting some this weekend
As a guy who went from a Honda to Tesla, I'm used to janky fit and finish.
Is that good or bad 😅 ?
@@Adhgnis In my case, good because my '22 Model 3 doesn't have any of the fit and finish flaws that he showed. But if I were to step up to the new model 3, I don't think the aesthetic flaws would bother me as much.
@@Darkschool6 seems good 😏
😂😂
Did they change how you unlock and fold down the back seats. Always worried about the smash and grab problem with the back side window
no, its the same, I even filmed it but for some reason, I didn't include the B-roll 🤦♂️
@@BeardedTeslaGuy That's a bummer. I thought they could make it lockable or maybe put the seat release in the trunk like some other cars. Still, the refresh looks amazing
Unless I missed it, was hoping to see the new blind spot indicator working. Is the red light always on when it’s blocked? I understand it will flash if you have the blinkers on.
13:42
@@chrisnchips Thanks...I did see that part, but was hoping to see it in the video.
I know, I’m sorry. I only got like 15-20 minutes on the road and didn’t get it on film
@@BeardedTeslaGuy no worries. There’s plenty of videos that show the little light. 😆
Good on tesla/epa for reigning those range estimates in. They should change to a 70 mph range figure in place of a blend of driving. Would create a lot more transparency.
Yea, I don’t pretend to know the solution, I just know the old way is not the right way
I'm so tempted with the new FSD transfer offer.
And now another $1k on Y RWD and Y LR AWD
Do the adaptive Matrix headlights work?
I don’t believe the adaptive part is approved on US roads yet
problem is when you switch from old model Y to the new model Y, FSD license does not transfer car. it is pretty expensive to buy FSD again.
that is...until TODAY!!! For the rest of the quarter, you can transfer FSD!
Can you watch two different videos or movie app on the front and back screens while in park? Say Disney in the back screen and Netflix in the front?
You know, I’ve never tried that
I’m waiting for the Performance/Ludicrous/Plaid version!
Going to be so cool
Isn’t the battery on refreshed a better LPF? It allows you to charge 100%
The RWD has LFP, the LR has a Samsung 2170 in it
@BeardedTeslaGuy hmmmm samsung 2170 which still allows full charge to 100%?
thank you for reviewing a car that was not hand picked by Tesla for review (unlike it was the case with most of the top youtube reviewers).
Our experience about fit and finish of the refresh M3 is IDENTICAL to your review !
We just ended up rejecting delivery of a Highland M3 due to the very same build quality issues you were pointing out (severe misalignment of the led strip between door and dash - door strip sticking out by 1/4"). There was also a paint smudge.
The fact that this actually passed Freemont quality control tells me that unfortunately not much has changed. Freemont remains at the bottom of the barrel in Tesla quality with Shanghai being the best.
Note "this was going to be our Tesla #4 - and was the second one we rejected for lack of build quality. Getting really tired of always having to fight so hard for a good one,
They will get most of this stuff sorted in a couple months, I am confident of that. But even then, there are going to be issues with cosmetic stuff, seems like something that wont change, so you have to buy a Tesla knowing that, and being ok with it.
I agree - however, for the last 6 years I have cut them slack over and over again and looked the other way when it comes to fit/finish built quality. There comes a point when you're just fed up with it and don't want to deal with this anymore. I guess you can call it Tesla fatigue. Can't wait for BYD to hit the market here and kick their ass@@BeardedTeslaGuy
Looks like the seat belt adjustment is still on the neck even at the lowest setting. This really really bugs me and my wife with the Model Y. Noticably on the neck, way more than any other car I have owned. I've purchased some soft covers for the seat belts because they are always rubbing on the neck. I don't know why Telsa wants to clothsline drivers, is that even safe for the driver? Also, nobody seems to mention this issue, but it's so obvious. It's the first thing you notice.
You know, I noticed the seat belt was really high and I DID adjust it. It has such little room to adjust though
Prospective tesla owner- Given that the current model y is near same price as the new model 3, which is the better buy now?
Model Y 100%
When are they dropping the performance that’s what I want the refresh performance model
Not soon enough!
If you disconnect seat belt it parks car right?
indeed it does
Good review. Tesla has always had the best EV, but not necessarily the best Car otherwise. Now with the improvements it looks like a great EV and a great car.
Model Y best selling car (not just EV) in the world
Is this worth upgrading from Toyota Camry SE?
100%
Crazy the footwell lights in the rwd models have always been there they just never turned them on. So stupid
Stupid indeed
When is the 400m range coming
At this rate? Never 🤦♂️
I’ll trade my 2018 M3LR for plaid M3 if I can transfer FSD. Let’s hope I can.
I think longer term this will be possible
Should I get white or black interior?
Do you have a brain? Make up your own mind. Do you have to be told when to wake up?
White for sure 😎
@@bob-qi4nrmind your damn business. I'm asking for opinion.
@@BeardedTeslaGuyare the materials any different? I think the door material is.
LOL@@bob-qi4nr
I’m with you. I drove the RWD the other day, and the fabric felt cheap. Will be keeping mine for now.
Cheers
It looks cheap not only feels it!
Don't forget that one pedal driving is now the only option. That's how they able to make the range claim
one pedal driving is the best kind of driving anyways.
Great video, as usual. I disagree with ‘’The entire intent was focused on reducing cost” is wrong on its face. Ride is dramatically improved, Sound is dramatically improved, efficiency is somewhat improved, the interior materials are improved and sound deadening in many cases, so quite obviously cost was not the entirety of it. There were big goals across the board. Really difficult decision for model Y enthusiasts Because these updates are so great, but the model Y format is so amazing. It will be a difficult decision for a little while for those who need to purchase now.
Agree, but cost was priority 1. Anything they wanted to do had to equal a lower cost of production. They were able to add some really nice features, but they also removed a ton of stuff, reduced parts count on body again, and selected materials that feel and look cheaper in some areas
By any chance you related to a UA-cam guitar teacher that goes by the StitchMethod Guitar?
Not that I am aware of 🤷♂️
Its probably terrible but I just open my door to put my car in park
hey, it works
Strange tire looks like it did not have the hankook ion Ev tire
Hankook Venus tires
I was that. It’s not the hankook Ev tire. It should have the ion Ev tire
The no stalks is a EV game changer I am sure it’s Tesla has made themselves kings with move
oh im sure they are very happy with it, lot of cost was cut in that
@BeardedTeslaGuy yea valid 👌 point
"Its not rattling" give it time son 😂😂😂
lol
Or you can remove seatbelt and that will also put it in park
indeed
The poorly aligned LED ambient lighting strip on the drivers side is a Tesla hallmark.
Tesla can’t strip anything else from the extremely minimalist interior. Even the average Joe can’t help but notice the cost cutting measures that Tesla has taken.
agreed lol
I only care about highway range. I could care less about range for my daily drive. Give a 65, 70, 75, and 80 mph range.
I will be getting my hands on one for this testing hopefully soon
We have the Model X, and I have too say that the missing stalks is horrible, after having the car for 5 months I STILL REACH FOR THE TURN SIGNAL Stalk. And I also am NOT A FAN OF THE DISPLAY GEAR SELECTION… uff, put back the stalks… it can’t be that much money.
I can get over the gear selection. The turn signals are hard for me
Plays your own video in front and back. Nice Marketing.
😎
But is the lack of the tax credit a deal killer? Your losing gear stocks, most people don't have FSD so that will fluster many. The screen in the back and accent lighting is gimmicky at best. The only true positives is the noise reduction in the cabin and ride comfort which I want so bad but I prefer model Y. 3 sits to low for me.
Y is better for me too. Thats why the refresh Y will be very popular
Hold up on that recommendation on the refresh model y - you have no evidence to indicate the model y refresh is coming this year, nor that it will qualify by the time it does come out. If it comes out, and if the battery and drive train is the same, then up it'll be good. If it comes in 2025, there's zero way to tell and if a person needs/wants a model Y now, they should just get it and take the tax credit.
I have no fam and don't need a Y, so I'm getting the new RWD Model 3 tax credit or not.
There is plenty of evidence that the refresh Y is coming in 2024. For the battery qualification, I clearly said "if it does indeed qualify"
When Tesla first came out I thought they were so revolutionary. Now I think having a screen to do. Everything is so ridiculous. Looks like they’re going back to more practical applications.
I think it’s still great. UI being intuitive is key though
Cheapest USD our cheapest CAD is still 20k higher lol plus tax
sucks man
Also, people suck: they get these cars and take them for a 100% to 0% highway drive. This is fine, for what it is, but people have to realize they are comparing apples to oranges when they do this with EPA numbers. EPA does a five cycle test wherein they weight the highway portion of the drive 45% and the city portion 55%. If someone does a 100% highway drive, also not under EPA test cycle conditions, of course the numbers will be different. They’d have to be. Then they extrapolate their flawed data to say the car doesn’t get EPA range. Duh! Of course it doesn’t, because they aren’t using the right data. It’s not the car’s fault the UA-camr doesn’t take the time to understand and explain the EPA data to the viewer. The range how they do their test is not entirely useless, but it will never meet what they are incorrectly reporting is the EPA standard because it isn’t the standard, they just don’t know they’re doing it wrong. Sigh.
220 wh/mile 75 kwh pack, should get good range in normal everyday use. I can drive constantly in my M Y in the city and get 225 wh/mile, for about 8 hours, continuous, before recharging. It’s more than adequate.
With this all being so new to so many consumers, I think its fair to look at finding a new way to list ranges prominently to include both highway and city range
I don’t understand why you would put a cover over the cup holders. Makes zero sense…they will always be open filled with Stanley’s.
🤷♂️
Its not the slowest Tesla. The rwd model Y is the slowest Tesla.
2023 m3 rwd LFP was rated 272 miles, and real world was really a 250-ish car. So this one must probably be a legit 270-ish real world..
Fair
The range has been reported by testing in the wild to be pretty close
Most new Teslas dont have rattles. They start showing up around 5000 miles. The new door cards look intensely cheap.
New door materials is sub par for sure. You can see the fabric all the way up to the dashboard. Its fine, just not as nice as it felt before
Bearded you have to cheak the back seats are not cooled or heated unless you unlock those features I think half of the speakers are gone on the base model, Musk didn't raise the price he just took away feature because he is a cheapskate.
They were able to be heated on the screen on the one I test drove
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I was thinking about buying used but the new look has me in awe 🫢
It’s pretty nice