The 9% reduction in Cd affects 80% of the losses at highway speeds in a pro-rata fashion, so 9% range enhancement at 60mph. 5% improvement for mixed speed use seems utterly consistent. Physical changes might be very subtle for such Cd reduction. The hood to windshield transition is much better, for instance. A lot can happen under the car too. I think folks have a very simple mental model of wind resistance and how it and its consequences are manifested and managed. This is why Aptera have no stylists, only physicists with powerful fluid-dynamics software. Getting rid of those wing mirrors will be a huge step forward, once standards permit.
Exactly right. Also, if the battery is lighter, or some body weight savings, that would also contribute to the improvement in start/stop driving, much less on the highway. Edit, watched the whole video, if this model uses gigacasting and the older models don’t then that’s likely easily a weight savings, it’s one of the stated benefits to going to gigacasting. The other benefits were fewer parts needing to be assembled as well as rigidity improvements, which would also help with NVH performance. And also it suggests this is a reason the trunk gained volume too.
@@sjsomething4936 Weight is less important on an electric car. Wheels and air are the only resistance on a flat road. Extra energy used due to weight on uphills is generated back on downhills because a heavy car generates more energy back to the battery. Same with braking. But the downside is that the acceleration becomes slower.
I understand the changes are quite an improvement for aerodynamics, going from 0.23 -> 0.219. I cannot find with the Ioniq 6 for example, US mirrors vs European mirrorless, assuming the 0.20 coefficient is without. Curious how much it saves.
Sam, you don't own a Tesla and have not driven without stalks. There are a lot of oweners who hate not having stalks. So on a typical drive how many time do you use a blinker....well some people may use it every few minutes...especially in a city So if they are in there 50's then for the last 35 years it has been embedded in their brain to use stalks. Now to save 50 or $100 Tesla THINKS it's better to not have stalks when a ton of people who have Tesla's without stalks do not like it and want stalks? Dumb move for Tesla.
10:50 The removal of steering stalk is actually a big deal in terms of response time. I tried this on model x/s and there is a noticeable difference in response time compared to a traditional steering stalk. Theres like a 3 sec delay because you have to press and hold the capacitive button its not instantaneous. Also the orientation of the left and right is atleast to me is counter intuitive and i found myself looking down more to make sure i press the correct one to go left or right.
@@arthurchoi8080Matt has to say something good to keep good relations to tesla guys. Comparing 2019 model (noisier than 2021 up) to the new highland one is also one of ways to make the new one look better.
@TheAShkins the tesla guys? Lol.. you know legacy auto has been known to use 50-60.000 USD to fly people to exotic places, give their family cars, give cars to politicians etc. It's kind of corruption, as they get some valuable stuff for free or can use it for free. So they want to keep it. Tesla doesn't do this.
I’m driving with the new steering wheel for half a year. It’s bad .. believe me it is bad! Try to use your indicator when taking a roundabout .. no horn in the center of the steer. So dear Sam, please watch out giving an assessment when you didn’t experience te reality of driving with it. New Model 3 looks fantastic - the choice of the buttons on the steering wheel is a mistake.
@@peterj5401 if you have normal cognitive function and learning ability it’s not tricky at all. You will learn in a week or two. It’s like all new things. For most people it’s a bit tricky the first time you drive a EV and the first time with one pedal drive and only having I screen in a Model 3. But you learn fast. It’s exactly the same with this. Compare it to one pedal drive and then it’s much easier to learn for most people.
According to the website the Max charge rate for the SR is 170 KW and the LR is 250 kW. However both SR and LR claim to add 282 km in 15 minutes. It's going to take a day or 2 for the actual specs to be published correctly.
The RWD car is more efficient than the LR car. It is possible that they add the same range in 15 minutes even though they have different charging speeds. Tesla could have designed the charging curve so that they both add the same amount of range in 15 minutes.
It's possible the SR and LR have different types of CATL pack to their batteries. Could explain the faster charging of LR but that could also be the larger packing taking more current due to its size... Probably easier to manufacture if they use the same battery type.
Range increase is actually 8% when fitted with 18” aero wheels. The 5% range increase is when fitted with the 19” sport wheels. I calculated with the range numbers available in EU.
Just over 12%, actually, 76km increase over 602 WLTP. Very pleased, will be ordering one in Australia if Model Y isn’t upgraded in time (not sure if I need the size of the Y)
That would cannibalize into Model Y sale. Maybe "model 2"will be a hatchback to further distined itself from the lineup since it won't have interior ambient light or backseat screen, etc.
Eliminating the turn signal stalk is one of the dumbest design decisions in automotive history. The buttons are difficult to use in practice -- I've driven the S a lot and hate them. They actually discourage people from using them altogether. All to save Tesla a few bucks. Horrible decision, and a deal breaker for me.
The range is said to be 554 km with 18" wheels for the standard range model according to Tesla's Danish website. Missing the stalk for turning indicators is a big deal, at least in countries that have a lot of roundabouts like Denmark and other Northeuropean countries. When you drive straight it's not a problem, but try to reach the right button when you have to get out in the second or third road in the roundabout. Then the button will be on the other side and upside down on a moving steering wheel. Good luck with that. Many will probably stop using the indicator light in this situation. Not good for safety. This is the only problem I see with the update. No problem with the other stalk missing though. A bit disappointed that they didn't include a small driver screen or headup display, but you can probably soon buy such an android aftermarket screen, as you can for the old model. I would rather buy this one now than the model Y, until it gets its update.
It’s just something new to get used to that’s all. After a while you won’t think anything of it. Not sure why you mentioned changing gears while going around a round about there are no gears in an electric car so not an issues. Keeps your hands on the wheel so that is a safety thing!
@@srenbanghansen8746 I live in Thailand and the folks here don't know how to use a roundabout. Using turn signals is just not standard practice. Right of way is generally determined by size as pickup trucks or wealth if it's a premium luxury car. Roundabouts are pretty much chaos with turn signals not part of the standard practice of "playing chicken".
@@alastairhatt360 he said roads not gears meaning changing lanes when going through multiple roundabouts. When you are constantly steering your wheel rotates and buttons go all over the place. Not good when you have to indicate the upcoming lane change or departure from a roundabout. That's why they have stalks as they are always in place.
@@harmony3138 Yes, surely Tesla would not misdirect to stay out in front of the competition. Elon has never been known to even stretch the truth. We bask in the light of your wisdom!
@@harry-eto"Good part" of range improvement means like 2-3%. Rolling resistance cold not make a 2 or 3% improvement? Total improvement is 5-8% depending on the model...
Yes even aero can be significantly improved with little visual impact in some cases. Still, it is Tesla, they are sneaky eg not ever officially disclosing battery capacity/type, making the battery smaller would be a good move, and this refresh is a major change in the manufacturing process of the car. He could be right I think.
Thanks Sam. GREAT summary. So many people whinging about lack of stalks- people who have not seen it, have not experienced it, and have no idea. I’d go for it in a heartbeat- and yet I’m a boomer. I think it looks great, but will stick with my four year old M3P for now, which is STILL absolutely fabulous.
@@markedwards4879 Oh ok..... most people in the states don't know what to do in a roundabout as they are still a bit of a novelty most places....become quite a fad with highway engineers though and are popping up everywhere.
@@Pneuma40 because they work. In most situations they are dramatically better than traffic lights and you don’t need to stop. They don’t need power or maintenance either. So, cheaper, faster and testing has shown that they are safer as well.
Exactly Bjorn will test the new model 3 like no other reviewer carrying out perhaps 1500-2000km,I’ve never seen another man that tests EVs like he does.
Carwow tests is just like the rest. Tesla Björn tests are real world test. His 1000km test brings out any flaw of a car. He proved several times that BYD can't eaven charge their own batteries without heat gating.
Sam, you are just wrong. Aerodynamic changes have a much bigger affect than anything else especially at highway speeds which is where range matters. You aren’t an engineer and you don’t understand how big a difference small aerodynamic changes can make. I got a 10% increase in range on my 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance by simply changing from 20” wheels to 18” wheels. You are ruining your reputation by sticking to this conspiracy theory that you are peddling. You made predictions about a new battery and you simply don’t want to admit those predictions weren’t accurate. Normally you give good information but you keep digging yourself into a deeper hole by spreading these lies about a bigger and different battery pack. Tesla has already said the motors and battery are the same. It is such a shame that you are throwing away your channels good reputation for this.
@@harmony3138the crazy thing is that Tesla isn’t saying it is just a 5% improvement. Tesla is saying it is up to 12% improvement. 8% is from Aerodynamics and 4% is from the new tires. That is entirely plausible too.
Big respect from 🇷🇴Romania🇷🇴!!! I like listening to your videos every time (nice tonality of your voice). Hard work pays off -> very well documented facts and nicely connected with your personal inputs. Keep up the good work 🤘
My _existing_ Tesla has, as you say, two buttons on its steering wheel (the "press in" action of each scrollwheel). Usually, the left-hand one turns the currently-selected audio source on & off, while the right-hand one either calls the voice-command function to attention or starts a text-to-speech readout of a just-received text message. When I've wanted to do either of these things in the middle of a turn, I've pushed the wrong button more often than not, even though I'm well aware of the issue. So please don't tell me that there's no valid reason for preferring an immobile stalk, especially when it controls which direction the car will change lanes to.
Yeah, nah. I love having nothing directly in front of me in my 3, especially at night. I hate getting in my other car (ICE SUV) with instruments in front of me.
@@FutureSystem738 with a heads up you wouldn't really see anything except what's on your windshield. I figure they can have it and it would display info but you could disable it and it would still show on the big screen.
My Wife's Skoda Enyaq VRS Coupe has augmented Head up Display. Absolutely brilliant watching the moving arrows during Sat Nav. I miss that in my Tesla.... and all the other things my Wife's car has, that the Tesla doesn't
The NEW Model 3 looks like a much improved BEV, from an already great car. I'm sure some will sell their current models and upgrade, and why not. Cheers Viking! :)
As far as i got it the increase in range is much bigger. WLTP for the old Model 3 SR was 491km, but that was calculated with the standard tyres. The 513km of the new Model 3 SR are calculated with the 19'' wheels, while the standard 18'' wheels are specified with 554km (678km for the LR version).
Tesla has said they didn't change the drive motors or battery. They're known to make incremental changes all the time. The suspension is already upgraded in the non updated 23 Model 3s. I doubt they will update the drive train until they've finished rolling out the new body style, which is a major project taking up lots of focus
You simply can’t cater for every single person’s needs. I have a Model 3 and it’s most certainly the best car I’ve ever owned, by far - truly amazing, & suits my needs.
Not a Tesla fan but the improvements are impressive, especially the range. Indicators on the steering wheel are a disaster, UK roads have a lot of bends and roundabouts and the last thing you need is trying to find the indicator button on a steering wheel that is upside down
@@Botoburstonto something here. I have been hoping they would let the user customise indicator stalk for left or right hand use on the stalks. Finding button positions while turning the wheel… bad. A basic safety feature… letting the outside world know your direction intentions should not be messed with… this will be interesting to see play out.
I misunderstood the change.. it could work ! I was thinking it was L upper and R lower on one side… this makes much more sense.. I reckon I could learn that one.. and finally good riddance to left or right stalks.
I love the new Tesla Model 3 and very temped to trade up. They are now on sale in NZ too with a delivery estimate of Jan-Mar 2024. Very exciting. I really enjoy your videos so keep up the great work. All the best to your wife.
Standard range RWD Highland model does NOT have 250 KW charging. Tesla’s website explicitly says it is the exact same 170 KW charging for the RWD model as before. Sam is wrong here. Please do not listen to what he is saying in this video about the battery. It just isn’t true at all.
this (especially the sound system and isolation) really makes my planned combo of my legacy Mercedes S-class with the Cybertruck combination (high on the waiting list) into a possible Tesla 3 Cybertruck combo, or even a Tesla X (-20%) Cybertruck Combo. The new 3 gives the S a run for its money, amazing. Bucket list territory.
Here is my take on it. Ive just test driven the car. Exterior: The car looks much better close up and the rear lights are sexy. The front light is not my cup of tea, I liked the older ones much more but maybe it will grow on me in the future. Interior: Interior is massivly upgraded, seats are much more comftable, sharper screen resolution, overall nice design. The A/C is better but not massively. The design and material use makes it look much more refreshing and luxurious. The 8 inch screen sits too low for my liking, didnt test or ask if it could be removed to a higher position. The sound system is noticably better even though the old one is pretty good too. The sound insolation in the car is a little better on a stand still and low speeds but at higher speeds I couldnt hear any difference if some it was very slight. Ride quality (suspension) was just a level better but still doesnt feel close to premium like a Merc og BMW. No difference in performance or handling. The tesla employee we spoke to told us that the reason for the drop in top speed was due to the new tires that were made to reduce road noice.
@@weho_brian compared to a merc and bmw, yes it does feel cheap but then again its not in a bmw or merc price range. Compared to the old model 3 I think it feels more premium in terms of material use and the overall feel. Its subjective though. My impresssion might not be the same as yours
I wouldn't be so dismissive about the effects of drag at speed. It's perfectly possible that the differences they've made have made a significant improvement to the range.
Hopefully, the wood type panel is one of the available free options. Hopefully, turn signals are available as a voice command option. Hopefully, saving power with LED lights won't always be a priority as the batteries get better.
the LED is cheap and gimmicky. This is something 16 yo racer boys would want. I was thinking of upgrading my current Y to Juniper, but now i will go with the X instead
but that's nonsense: at least in the german configurator, it shows 170kW for the SR and only for the LR 250kW. which is exactly how it was for the old model.
Not sure if it's been mentioned yet or not but (at least on the Australian store) both standard and long range are actually showing the 18" as standard and the 19" as extra now
The drag coefficient went down not just from the bumper but from the hood too which changed and could have responsible for the increase range. Also wheels play a role. In fact people have tested wheel covers that increase range of couple tens of miles/km. Weight loss also could increase range. So is possible that has nothing to do with batteries.
It doesn't event matter where the drag coefficient went down, the important thing is how much it decreased......and the value of 0.01 does not seem enough to increase the autonomy by 8%, something is strange
@@Stefan-9wd depends, here is what tesla says "Reducing drag can improve the range and efficiency of EVs by lowering the amount of energy needed to overcome the air resistance. For example, a study by Tesla found that improving the drag coefficient (a measure of how aerodynamic an object is) from 0.32 to 0.24 can increase the range of an EV by 10%."
@@ciaotesla Yes, it's possible to increase range with 10% for a better cd with 0.08 but now they increase range with 8% for a cd with just 0.01 better
If the battery chemistry has been changed and offers better cold weather charging I would think they would be promoting that fact. It’s a significant improvement for potential buyers who live in cold climates and would definitely be a differentiator for many such buyers.
No indicator storks my be a problem for countries who have roundabouts for junctions. Not sure how easy it will be indicate when approaching your exit if the wheel is upside down or at a random angle depending on the tightness of the bend….
Will AC charging upgrade to 22kW, a popular European cutbside / destination charger level? The previous only allowed for 11kW @ destination chargers. Seems to me that much more charging is done through cheaper (!) AC chargers - so quite relevant (in urban areas like much of Europe).
In this video, I heard you say many times that “you recommend”. I frequently disagree with your positions, so it seems like the time is right for you to disclose your credentials. Is there a video where you give a background on yourself? I agree that you have done a lot of self-education since you started this channel. How about providing your background? In terms of improving range on this new model. The primary options are: 1. Use less energy for the movements required from the vehicle. I.e., better efficiency. 2. Bring more energy with you. I.e., larger useable battery capacity. The first option can be achieved by: a) Weight (mass) reduction including batteries with higher energy density. b) Aerodynamic drag reduction c) Electrical loss reductions: a. motor and inverter efficiency b. efficiency improvements to electrical accessories (e.g. heat pump, wiper motor, window lifts, etc.) d) Frictional loss reductions: a. Low rolling resistance tires b. Drive train components
Damm sexy update I say, I love that they looked at what people modded their cars with and added them as standard... And you know the after market folk will make indicator stalks..
Good insight into the differences. One correction though, the Long Range doesn’t come standard with 19” wheels, they’re both the same. They come standard with the 18” wheels and the 19” are a paid upgrade on both the RWD and LR
Agreed. That’s what the Australian website is saying. 19” wheels extra for both LR an SR. Personally, I like the bigger wheels, and comfort, noise and extra up front and replacement costs will be ignored by me. Form will win over function.
@@Chozzer Yeah I’ve already ordered the new Long Range model so can definitely confirm that the 19” wheels are a paid upgrade. I’ve gone for 18” as I’m not keen on the white/silver alloys on the 19’s. Prefer them dark
I have been watching your videos, and i suggest you to stay with the facts, it's much better than add specculation that have little to no evidence to back up. Unless Tesla is lying, the added range is perfectly explainable by the better aerodynamics (lower air resistance) plus the new tires. I think unbased speculation turns out to be bad for your channel if ends up wrong. I like your channel, but credibility and consistency is maybe the most important aspect of an youtube channel. Thanks for your work.
he is very bias when the matter is Tesla he doesn't care about facts. he thinks tesla is using 800v tech kkkkk. he lied about the battery tech and range. there's no way this is getting 370 miles. 350 is being very optimistic
@@tonypaca3015 Im not saying he is biased, maybe because my mother language is not english, unbased, would be without a base, more like unsubstanciated, needs better factual analysis.
@@MarceloTezza well if you don’t know now you know. He always makes very strange and unverified claims in favor of tesla. If this is not bias then I don’t know what it is
It’s the same motors and batteries according to tesla. No changes in battery for the new Model 3. It’s a bit heavier but much lower CD value of 0,219. There is no magic or untold news about this. You been talking about new battery for the new Model 3 for a long time. There have been no talk of new batteries apart from hearsay and rumors. Now it’s confirmed that the model 3 has the same batteries as before. With makes total sense.
Using these indicator buttons could be a problem with roundabouts when needing to indicate coming off the roundabout while still turning the wheel. It would have been better to have the left indicator on left hand side and right indicator on right hand side. IMO
They will be very difficult to use in roundabouts. I can't stand them in the new model S. Teslabjorn had the same problem even after two months, which he explains very well here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-4UOCsbB-KXg.htmlsi=mrY2Pf0GKEskKAo7&t=180
It's officially the LFP for the standard range and NMC for the long range, according to the French "Automobile propre" who were able to access the new car in a hangar. (on youtube UmVvZ9R046k) They are specialized in EVs. Which LFP or which NMC is not specified. The short range is also are heavier (+9 kg) than before, the LR lighter (-6kg). The pack sizes where not quoted with precision (around 60kWh and 80 kWh according to them). They don't agree with the fast changing; they say 170kW for the standard and 250kW for the long range. The Performance model is not available to order any more in France.
there are several reports indicate that the battery chemistry has remained the same and the increase in range is from all the incremental improvements in efficiency.
I think it's a good refresh. Front looks less fish like. Ventilated seats are a big plus in hot climates. Would be nice if it has a new battery chemistry but I doubt it.
You might have missed that the range of the Dual Engine version in the EU Tesla configurator is 678 km if using the 18 inch wheels - but that is a bit hidden with some smaller text right below the wheel type selection section.
In malaysia we get it in Q4 for deliveries. I'm considering asking them to delay my collection till jan 2024 cause it heavily affects the RV but what I really care is the front bumper camera and hw4/3.5
Why I test drove one at Electrify Expo, the Tesla rep insisted on leaving the stereo on. Even so, it was clearly louder going over bumps compared to other EV's I drove that day. I am sure they are aware of the issue, so they likely took measures to mitigate it.
Fanboys are going think having no indicator stalks is AMAZING. It's not a small issue, it's a safety problem for all road users. F'king around trying to find the correct button whilst turning a tight corner. Another reason to take your eyes off the road and run over someone. It's not even one button per side of the steering wheel, the buttons are right next to each other FFS
Haha "left or right depending on which country you're in." Does left become right in some countries? I know you knew you didn't quite get that right as soon as you said it Sam but it was kinda funny. A pity the car doesn't have a driver's digital dash or a HUD. That is a huge shortcoming for me. Looking to the centre all the time is a pain when driving.
@@Beatles4Sale.Try preconditioning the battery while it's plugged in, thus heating up the battery prior to leaving on a trip in cold weather. It helps.
Pretty sure you get used to it, but I am too a bit sceptic. The indicator stalk on current cars are already a bit different since it doesn't stay up or down so blinking in and out of roundabouts take some extra switching back and forth. The "gear change" using the screen on new MS/MX doesn't look very satisfying to me either. Probably there will be aftermarket stalk solutions if you really want to have it.
@@harmony3138 no it’s not. Been driving Model S with yolk for about a year and it’s not hard at all. It was a bit different the first week or two, but after that it was fine. You indicate on the bottom button with you left thumb going in and the bottom button with your right thumb going out. The wheel will be at 180 degrees when it’s time to indicate to go out of the roundabout.
It looks so much better and more cohesive than the pre-facelift. I'm just really not too sure about the lack of indicators lever from the column. This is from a main motorcycle commuter where switch button indicators is a norm.
Two items that are bad gear selector on the screen and when the rear boot open the lights move with the lid that is a safety issue as no hazard lights or normal rear lights are there for other drivers to see if on the open road
I just winder why they don’t make a stationwagon… it would be a blast on the sales. For families who like to travel and tour within a car would be awesome!
Many of the cosmetic changes both interior and exterior were done to make the car less expensive to manufacture and maybe even quicker to manufacture. I own a '22 M3LR and the suspension improvements are most exciting to see. I believe that's the car's biggest deficiency.
Seems weird that you would think moving the right turn signal out of reach is no big deal. Having to put your cup in the cup holder just to signal a right hand turn is nuts. You right hand is in your lap when you aren't using it.
The range is aero, NOT "battery" (smh) Lower, cleaner nose, Better airflow around the sides, onto the wheels (also improved) Reprofiled hood/ bonnet for airflow onto the screen. Rear splitter. . Just believe what they say instead of going "tabloid" and hoping you're right.
What Tesla needs is Chrome steel beauty rings that protect the edge of the wheel where it meets the bead of the tire. This allows the beauty ring to take the curb abuse, and be easily replaced if it becomes significantly damaged. Think of the old 1970’s American factory wheels. They often had a durable, stainless steel beauty ring. The sidewalls were taller on older cars and that allowed the rubber sidewall to meet the curbs, not the metal of the wheel or Beauty Ring.
If you live in a country with lots of roundabouts eg: UK then you will go mental with those indicator buttons. Missed out on a HUD and should have made it a hatch. The internal LEDs across the base of the windscreen could be distracting when driving in unlit roads.
Then don’t by the car! It’s not hard or difficult in roundabouts. Live in Sweden and do many of them every day. Just to go to the gym or shop have have to do 6. It’s not a problem. If you have the slightest ability to learn new things it’s actually easier to use and get used to. You can turn of the internal LED. If you want a hatch get the Y. Or buy an other car from an other brand… If you don’t like tesla buy something else, don’t go around spreading negativity and complaining about it.
@@gustavgyll3291 Why so aggressive, it's just an opinion. Why fix something that's not broken. Having a turn signal button that is constantly moving when negotiating a roundabout is nonesense. Why should you have to turn off the LED bar because it is a design failure. I am "spreading negativity" because it is a retrograde design and I think you will find that there are many others of the same mind.
@ohyesitsme I fully agree with your points. If you have a lot of roundabouts with potentially bicycles in them, you should be worried about finding the right blinker button on a turning steering wheel that's upside down, while still having your eyes on the road. The Y is nice, but not updated yet, and not everyone likes to sit so high, but would still like the practicality of a hatchback.
@@ohyesitsme because it’s not really a big deal. In 95% of the cases where you will use it it’s safer and you have it right by your thumb. Of course you just turn it of if you don’t like it. It’s like HUD if you don’t like it you turn it of. I don’t mind the led lights and a like the stock less design, I think it’s a good improvement. The idea of not fixing something that’s not broken is the opposite of what Tesla is. With that mindset tesla would never have been and EVs would not be what it is today. Stocks will be a thing of the past in 5 years. I’ve got two cars, a Model S with yolk and a pickup. I find the stock in the pickup to be annoying at best and distracting for most part. I have been driving without stocks for almost a year and a it’s not a deal breaker, because is such a small part of what make a good car. But I really do like it. Pardon for the bad spelling, English is not my first language.
I am not sure there is much incentive for Tesla to keep the battery a secret. I do believe the changes to the tire, rims, bodywork, etc, could get the gains they are claiming. In the end, I am sure over the next few months we get great details about the Highland generation Model 3. I do suspect Model 3 prices will rise as word spreads of the improvements and demand spikes. Those wanting this new Model 3 better move quickly. Prices will likely climb soon. Probably by summer of 2024, we will see a performance trim come out.
@@rogerstarkey5390 Y is a Crossover SUV, 4 is a sports sedan, so it does not matter and Tesla says demand is a key factor. If demand was just super insane, 3 would go for S price. I believe the X plaid and S plaid are currently same price with the recent reduction.
Why is everyone, including Tesla, saying the New Model 3 has the lowest Cd (0.219) of any Tesla when the Model S has a Cd of 0.208? Am I missing something? 🤔🐍
Tesla didn’t say that. The actual quote is that the “Model 3 has the absolute lowest drag of any Tesla”. They didn’t say drag coefficient. They said “absolute drag”. Drag is affected by drag coefficient and frontal area. Even though the drag coefficient of the Model 3 is higher the frontal area is much lower. When you factor in both of those things then the Highland Model 3 will have the lowest “absolute drag”.
@@LearningFast That's what I thought. So Tesla didn't say the wrong thing, everyone is just misquoting them because they don't understand the difference between Cd and absolute drag 🤔🐍
@@teslasnek yes, that is accurate. Tesla is telling the truth about this car and they aren’t really hiding anything. Sure the EPA and especially the WLTP numbers are unrealistic but Tesla is telling the truth about them. The issue is with the tests and not with Tesla hiding information. This is by far Sam’s worst video. I wouldn’t be surprised if he deletes it.
NZ has only one model 3 Long Range left in Tesla Stock, we haven’t been able to order long range for years. The last one in Stick is Red with white interior and 19” wheels, was $95,088 now discounted to $79,888 and if you order a new long range because finally we can order long range again, the new model is $85,088 for the same options, Red with White Interior and 19” wheels
If part of the "upgrade" included a station wagon (estate) model 3 variant I'd be over the moon happy. I test drove the model Y before buying the 3 and I just didn't like the proportions. Plus I'm just a diehard wagon guy. Unfortunately the market is diehard SUV lovers. Sigh,,,,,can't have everything. 😊
I also like station wagons more for their practicality and sometimes they even look better like the Nio ET5 Sportstourer look better than the sedan, and it is so much more practical. Just a shame that it is so expensive in Europe.
Things I like: Vented AC seats, rear display, ambient lighting, ride improvement, and noise reduction, rear styling. Things I don't like: No stalks, front looks cheap, boring, and out of proportion to the rest of the car. Big question: Is there a powered frunk?
@@stevenjones916 It's not just the effort. If you close the frunk the way Tesla recommends you need two hands to latch it. If you just got something out of the frunk you don't have two hands available.
I improved the range of my Performance Model 3 by 8% with just smaller Aero wheels and low-rolling resistance tires- ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GGxYy8K5Xlo.htmlsi=PvLuhwxlOITG9keP
I’ve had a ride in a model 3 performance. It’s a luxury vehicle no question. You can hear the motor whine during hard acceleration but that’s all part of the experience. Frankly I think it’s too quick to use. Nobody expects a car to accelerate faster than the fastest bike and the G force is not at all comparable at least for passengers.
In the US there are two different batteries depending on base vs long range and performance. I wonder if the new one will be the same battery "type" for all models?
To me, it makes sense that the refreshed M3 is more expensive. They will be discounting the old version until they are all sold then the price of the refreshed version will start to go down. Gotta get rid of the old inventory.
I believe the difference is the max mph was reduced so the new tires are more geared for efficiency and less toward speed and performance. Therefore better distance per kwh
Tesla isn’t charging the battery or the motors. They improved the aerodynamics of the vehicle. That’s how they got the bigger range. Sorry Sam you are wrong.
Extremely disappointed with my Model 3 for a litany of issues: poor insulation, uncomfortable ergonomics, high noise levels, auto wiper and connectivity problems. The AC is subpar, and the security camera failed to record vandalism. Astonished that safety regulators approved the screen for core instruments, which distracts from driving. Self-driving is unusable, turning radius is poor, and the car is too low-struggling to enter underground car parks without scraping or requiring multiple reverses to navigate corners. Planning to switch to another EV brand for better quality and comfort.
I think the reason there is no US announcement for the Highland because we love power, so we get the Performance first and it is not ready. I expect that is why Fremont is also behind.
The BIG question that no presenter has touched on yet is… Does the new version have Hardware4???? It seems every presenter is avoiding this topic. Why? Otherwise, great video!
Eventough I am a huge fan of this channel, I think, this time you are wrong! Tesla themselve said that the Battery and Motors has not been changed. And even if they did change it. Those are rumors, not facts! So why should the media talk about that? It's not always the media's fault!
Please, the reason for the increase in range is almost certainly because of reduced drag. One: because Tesla says so and Two: Tesla have published the new versions' drag coefficient so you can calculate the improvement.
Maybe the new hairpin motors are being used and they are slightly more efficient… It is a big facelift/refresh. Not so much from the outside, but especially the cabin has gotten a huge overhaul
In addition to improved aerodynamics, the maximum speed was reduced by 25 km/h. Which probably means there is better energy management. The car will also be lighter due to optimized construction. All together, this means that it is possible to obtain a 5% increase in autonomy without changing the battery.
