Hi Chris, just a comment about the range. I have had my Model 3 highland for just on 6 months now. I live in Perth and got it when we had 43 degree days. In summer I was getting over 450km on a full charge. Being winter now, I struggle to get 400km on a full charge. My friend at work gets slightly more being a bit more of a conservative driver
Auto Pilot feature is only for LANE KEEPING only with cruise+adaptive control. It doesnt help you to turn or intercepting lane for u. Nor help u slow down from speed hump. Autopilot is only good for highway or freeway. If you want the car to drive for u following the navigator map direction is FSD!
Apparently the ANCAP issue is regarding child seat anchor. The latest Tesla Model 3 offering has had its five-star safety rating withheld due to a compliance issue with child-seat anchor points. The Australasian New-Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) stated that the updated model lacks an accessible top-tether point for the middle rear seat, which is a requirement for compliance with Australian Design Rules (ADRs). This anchor point is essential for securing child seats, and it must be accessible without the use of tools. The pre-facelift Model 3 included this feature, but the facelifted version does not, thus breaching ADRs
Great video Chris. I will order the M3LR in two months if everything goes well. FSD is in comparison to the US ‘cheap’. I believe the reason for this is that many functions are either limited or not available. I am sure more features will come to Australia and the price will go up. Just something to keep in mind at least.
Agreed. I guess owners who already have it - they've locked in what is a well price version (compared to current US offering where it's US$12K). However, Elon did forewarn about a price hike (x.com/elonmusk/status/1561362640261226499); so I anticipate they'll do the same for Australia.
I don't use the NOA stuff in Australia, until we get the versions that are in use in the US, we are years behind and it's very hit and miss. AP/EAP for highways is great, but I don't let it take exits or other things until we are allowed to use the latest versions.
Agree with texture on indicators required. It is certainly less intuitive, even after 6 months. Fine going straight Regarding autopilot making same errors on the same road as my 2019 model did for 4 years, yes same software😢
Yeah I've seen clever hacks on forums. @Tesla - make one button slightly depressed, and the other with some texture of something on them. Will make it easier for people to touch-feel-locate.
Wait, what!? That seriously doesn't make sense. Bluetooth LTE is a universal standard that car makers use for locking/unlocking cars, and it's what your phone is doing as a phone-key. Has anyone else heard of this?
Great review Chris. I’d absolutely consider this, but the BYD Seal is also very compelling. I should also mention I’m more impressed there were empty parking spots at Watergardens for you to drive in and around. Haha!
In find it very interesting that the sound/audio system in the RWD version of the new M3 isn't as good as the Model Y RWD! Why??? Both are base model versions, so why wouldn't Tesla use the same setup in both models? That was actually one of the biggest reasons I went for the Model Y last year over the M3.
I think (again, no official word from Tesla on the why), is because the car is significantly different that ANCAP isn't allowing to apply the old rating to the new one. I dunno, but the lack of drive stalk is annoying, and sure you can use the back up buttons located on the overhead panel nested with the LED lights and hazard button, but again - waaaaaayyyy too much effort compared to putting a drive stalk back in. I challenge any 2024 Model 3 owner to do a side by side parking test to see who is faster.
Yep, I thought the indicators would be an issue, turns out not so much - but the drive select stick gone is bad. It's silly and overly complicated where it need not be.
Hi Chris, nice review, as always. I agree that the FSD driving experience in Australia has stagnated. I paid for FSD within a few days of purchase (to avoid paying the luxury car tax on it - you know, that tax that was introduced to support the Australian vehicle manufacturing industry that no longer exists) of my Model 3 Performance in Dec 2019, based on the promises of FSD at the time that have still not eventuated outside of North America. I agree that it is not worth the money and that Tesla has done zero work on trying to make it better. They have (understandably, I guess) concentrated on the FSD Supervised roll out in North America. Basic Autopilot is almost as good as "FSD" in Australia. I agree that a head up display would be perfect. I experienced this in a BMW recently and it is ideal for knowing the important parameters while keeping your eyes on the road. Having seen some recent videos of FSD Supervised in the USA (Dirty Tesla, for example), the system seems to be extremely sensitive in detecting the driver looking at the screen even for a brief period and a HUD would help this. I agree that a top down 360 degree view would be great and Tesla should have been able to get this done ages ago. I think there is a slight error on the graphics relating to rapid charging speeds, which state 10-80% in 25 mins for 170 kW and 27 mins for 250 kW. The most recent Tesla OTA update includes speed camera alerts.
Good review Chris, I would add that my 2021 model MG ZS EV has blind spot indicators in the mirrors which are much better than the graphic in the bottom RH side of the screen, usually covered by my hand on the wheel of MY RWD - did I see something about an indicator in the A pillar? f so, iIs it better?
I doubt it will get 5 stars until they bring back the stalks. It's not as safe and it's so unnecessary. The removal of parking sensors may also be part of the problem. If they bring back some of the things they removed its a great upgrade. As it stands its a downgrade of some very important things. Wish they would put comfortable seats in the performance.
Sorry ... the only reason to consider one of these 'future' cars is the smarts in the car. However you have clearly demonstrated the smarts are more of a danger than a help.
Agreed. I guess owners who already have it - they've locked in what is a well price version (compared to current US offering where it's US$12K). However, people need to remember that Elon did forewarn about a price hike (x.com/elonmusk/status/1561362640261226499); so I anticipate they'll do the same for Australia. I feel really bad for those who purchased it back in 2019 and have since sold their cars. Waste of money IMHO.
I agree - no need for it. BUT a lot of people that are used to using it in ICE cars (and other EVs that support it) seem to want to continue using it. And not just for Waze. Personally I've never really used AA or AP - my previous cars had it but it was always flakey and often disconnected for no reason. I love Tesla's infotainment system!
@@johnlambert1744 I notice that every car reviewer mention it, but on the Facebook forums I'm in I seldomly hear people complain about the lack of Carplay. Also it is stupid to be driving in the blind with Carplay without the Tesla nav active.
The 8 years warranty is for battery and drive train. Which are the primary concerns for any EV. The basic warranty is 4 years. So Chris is technically correct lol.
It used to be for SR models, 4 years and 80,000kms (which ever comes first), and 160,000kms for dual motor versions. The new warranty is a bit backward for those with LR, Performance models. More info: www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/tesla-australia-cuts-warranty-in-half-120014/
I own the 2022 Model 3, and I REALLY don't like the idea of using the screen to select forward and reverse. I think the stalk on the steering wheel was much better ergonomically. I disagree with your assessment of the rear viewing screen. It's pure genius. I REALLY don't understand why you are bitching about being able to adjust the fan vents in the back. That's just stupid. Further, Tesla's electronics are probably the most reliable of any EV. So the rear screen probably won't "break." A LOT of people like the wood trim on the older models. I don't really care that much. I think I prefer the carbon fiber version. But the 2024 also looks great. The wood trim looks good, but it would not be my first choice. When I bought my 2022 Model 3, I was given a 30-day free trial of FSD, and I really didn't like it. The car's dictator-like threats if it thinks you are not paying attention are boresome and irritating. Further, the FSD makes mistakes all the time. Certainly, it's better than anything else out there, but it's not worth $8,000. If I drive my RWD Model 3 at the speed limit in temperatures between 50 -90 degrees F, it will get around 240 - 250 miles range on a full charge. My car has 19-inch wheels, so that is pretty damn close to Tesla's estimate. Tesla estimates the RWD 2022 Model 3 with 19-inch wheels will get 246 miles of range. With 18-inch wheels, it will get 272 miles of range. Tesla provided an update that warns of set speed cameras. It doesn't warn about mobile cameras. I have found the message system to be finicky (and the phone call system). But Android Auto was not noticeably better. I used Android Auto with my Toyota truck.
The thing about autopilot and AI is that it has to be trained on the conditions that it's expected to handle. But autopilot needs to know how to handle unexpected conditions, and unpredictable changes. Does autopilot know how to handle a puncture at high speed? Does it know what do if there is sudden smoke in front, due to the car in front having a blown engine, or is doing burnouts, obscuring vision? Does these guys in California know how to identify a kangaroo on the side of the road, and how dangerous it is if it suddenly jumps onto the road? Can it tell the difference between superficial puddles and the sort of deep puddles that will induce aquaplaning, and slow down accordingly? Can it tell the difference between a big rock (that will damage the car) and a large, empty cardboard box (harmless) in the middle of the road? Since AI needs to be trained on known data, it can't be expected to handle unexpected, black swan type events. And that's precisely the wrong time for Autopilot to go "I dunno, you drive now!", forcing the driver has to take over control too late.
All excellent questions. From what I'm seeing with FSD in the USA, is that it's handling unusual situations quite well (read: construction zones, traffic diversions, etc). However your questions go deeper than that, so I too would be interested to see how it handles it.
@@gtpete6363 I changed from ICE to the first of 2 Model 3s 4.5 years ago.......and now the cluttered choice is a BYD Seal which actually DELIVERS OTA updates that actually make a difference. I can spot a conman given enough evidence.......but at least 190 million can't.
Not a big fan of FSD. Nothing come perfect or guranteed 100% safety. The AI will never able to predict everything whats coming at ya. What if wind too strong and blow a stick or can on road and your FSD sudden land over the can and slippery wet floor that cause your car slide and flip over and if there are people or cars nearby .. how many people get into the incident? Or some birdshit just dropped on sensor's or camera that cause your AI miscalculation?
Same can be said about many things. But if statistically safer than humans, still worth it. And if a problem does occur, car can still slow down with hazards.
@@shou635 it happened before one of Tesla owner used FSD on freeway during bright sunny day while he not focusing or sleep while FSD mode on. And in front there is a truck silver shelter reflected from bright sunny made the FSD unknown or unseeable what ahead of Tesla's FSD and ran into it hard and killed the owner. It happened a few cases incident related to FSD. Yes they can be safer than many drivers but drivers still must have their eye focus during the ride. With this habit can make driver drowsy when they relied on FSD for too long. People need to be more relied on their self-habitation before they are becoming lazier and lack of self-skill awareness. Even i had the auto pilot on when the road is downhill(lower dip) and back uphill in short distance caused Autopilot sudden slow down hard brake as if the there is a wall in front. where vehicle behind me almost hit me.
@@dann5515 you think american roads are any better?? Some states are 3rd world status in the US with minimal line markings, squirrels everywhere and like us, unpredictable road users. The only reason it wont come here too soon is we dont have the population or market to justify the investment for Tesla, but it will happen this decade. It will save lives compared to the current increase in road deaths with humans behind the wheel.
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