I'll sum up 11:33 minutes of vid into a few sentences. It pays ( paid) to wait. The old adage from legacy manufacturer days of never buying a first year vehicle still holds true today. Seals, roofs, gaps, paint , seats have all gotten much better than initial Model 3 production. Early adopters always beware. I went from a LR RWD to a AWD DMP and the differences over two years are dramatic.
savagecub no, I paid $15 k less than what the original Model 3 Dual Motor Performance sold for ($82k) in fall 2018. My LR RWD was more than my Model 3 DMP.
@@benshyong1767 I don't have a Tesla, but as far as I am aware nothing yet. He did tease a video of a Tesla talking a while back, he will probably add features in software updates
For what it's worth. I visited the Stockport, UK Tesla outlet the other day. just to look around. I strolled around the new cars waiting for delivery and even though i used to be a car salesman so have the "eye" for these things, i couldn't spot a blemish, dust spot or any panel misalignment on any of the 5 M3s sat there. The lady inside says she reckons about 2 in every 50 cars need any form of aftersales attention at all now. Almost all of which is a while you wait quick buff or 5 minute fiddle by the technician. Noticably better quality than even late last year. They cetainly all looked perfect from what I could see. Several transporters were coming and going, and they all seemed to have older model x cars on. not sure if they are being collected for service, end of lease or whatever.
I‘m also a fan of Tesla, but that a car that expensive after 50k miles still drives like a new one shouldn’t be worth mentioning 🤔 My parents got a fiat panda with 120k miles, no problems at all...
@@neofaktion Did you buy your 2013 S85 brand new or used? If you bought it new, it was insanely expensive, but I assume you have the money for it then. What made you go for the M3P and not the MS P100D?
@@vidar9778 My father bought it new in 2013, then I bought it from him in early 2019. The Model 3 feels way newer and nimbler. I prefer a harder and more exciting ride. Also, the sound system and seats are much better in my opinion
Seen the local Facebook groups with Model 3, I've seen a lot of people complain about the quality, not a day goes by.... the paint, the gaps and lots of other stuff that Tesla refuses to fix "since its inside their normal measurements"..... I'm still holding my money.
@@luludvega well yeah, but I guess they were not active or in the bundle I bought so now I can get them turned on for 300$. The car is like software. The code is there but people have to license each part to enjoy it all. Or buy the entire package up front.
@@derkaderkamohamadallaackbarnut the SR+ version always had the rear seat heaters installed, but they where not activated (1 of the differentiators) with the "premium" interior of the LR versions, now they let you buy the software upgrade to activate those heaters
8:31 For my 2018 LR RWD, I purchased "Enhanced Autopilot". This is no longer available and includes Summon, Autopark, Navigate on Autopilot. Additional cost for FSD obviously.
@harry camper I'm not sure they've done anything really. I know Elon tweeted that they were looking into it late last year but not seen anything about an improvement.
You totally missed the step up in build quality between the 2019 and the 2020 models. There were also "downgrades" in terms of no grocery hooks and no frunk mats anymore ...
Almost every day there was a subtle change with the Model 3. I remember seeing the changelog. From literally screws to foglights, headlights, even (takeway of) floor panels. Almost everything has changed from the car. Most for the better.
It's an admirable package of technology, but by your own words of *BUILT*, you need to stop gagging on Elon there bud. Their build QC is in the malaise GM range. It is unacceptable, for the $50,000+ you pay them, for Tesla to regularly deliver cars with body panel gaps in excess of 1/4", with body panels whose paint obviously doesn't perfectly match, and with fit and finish that would make a 1981 UAW worker blush. Yet they do. Worshiping them as if they can do no wrong doesn't incentivize them to improve.
When you say "basic auto pilot is now standard with all model 3s" that is indeed true. However the visual you show is Navigate on AutoPilot which is part of the FSD package, and not part of the AP that comes with every car
I think their pricing and ordering on line is very misleading. I wanted a model 3 and went on line. The price shows $35,960 for the SR+. With an *. When you go to the the * they are showing a price with "potential incentives and gas savings". They show gas savings as $4300. The actual price of the car is $39,990. They do this same trickery with the monthly payment as well, showing the monthly payment with built-in savings due to estimated gas savings. Am I missing something or is this totally deceitful? They should just show the price of the car and the correct payment.
Well, since you figured it out and the savings were clearly stated, and with a click of the mouse you are seeing the actual price I wouldn't call it deceitful. It's a sales tool that allows you to calculate your cost to own.
For what it's worth--significant improvement in your speech delivery recently. I used to cringe slightly at the blatant forced 'clarity' or slowed pace in your voice, now you come off as much more natural which makes for better listening experience.
@picknngrinnin The small grocery bag hooks in the frunk are gone. I am taking delivery 11th of March and I am so bummed out why they just left two holes in the frunk
Martin Berntsen same for me. When I ordered, they were there, when I received my M3 they were gone! This way of doing business is very bad. Tesla can do better.
One thing i’d note is you actually can’t buy a standard range tesla anymore. The base model available is the standard range plus. Overall good video though! Very thorough.
Interior sound level: Chinese complained about the interior road noise and have stated that they made some improvements to remedy this issue. Did this improvement transfer to US Tesla Model 3?
New rim options, New door handle mechanisms, faster MCUs, changed the seats slightly, new autopilot computers, different roof tinting process, added batches and eliminated the silver color option.
I've heard the build and paint quality has improved for 2020 as well as reduced cabin noise. I hope this is the case, I just ordered a Standard Range Plus 2 days ago and looking out for the confirmation emails. I'm really excited about this car, the test drive I took of one was great. I hope that holding out a few years was a wise move.
I don't think anyone has brought up that the fabric-covered hole in the trunk deck has been eliminated. Recommended tire pressure changed. There's no longer a "dead pedal" up front, just carpeting. Also, the alignment of the headlamp enclosures is different (slight more flush). Plus, the trim on the dash right abover the steering column is different. There are a few other changes here: tinkertry.com/differences-between-2018-and-2020-tesla-model-3
This video didn’t mention two of the major 2017 and 2018 Model 3 complaints: the overly stiff ride and the high amount of road and wind noise coming into the interior. Consumer Reports complained about these issues in their review of the Model 3 and Elon conference called with them and promised that it would be improved . But was it really?
Nice recap of all the changes! A couple that I didn’t see on your video was the change in the backseat, and the change from an Alcantara headliner to the current material.
The big thing is they are going to make their own cells. They bought Maxwell, and Hibar, and now they are hiring cell engineers. Elon said he wants to increase battery production 30x. I would not be surprised if they made more than one type of chemistry, and more than one kind of format, at least in their labs. We'll see what makes it into vehicles and powerwalls/powerpacks/megapacks.
Was there any change to the front / hood / frunk area? I don’t know what it is, but sometimes I see a model 3s and they look amazing and sporty like a Audi or M3 BMW, and other times I see them and they are reminiscent of a 1960s corvette with a thin flat hood. Is this just the angle?
So the one pedal driving option is available on the Model 3? I heard about it in a Model Y video and wasn't sure if it was unique to that model or not.
John Vanderbeck it was an over-the-air update for Model 3. Called “Hold Mode”. Got the update soon after my car was delivered in 2019 and haven’t used the brakes at all since. :)
I wish Tesla would change the piano black finish on the centre console, it shows finger prints and tiny scratches - a black carbon fibre effect finish would look far better, modern, and be much more practical. Here in Europe a hatchback version of the M3 would be welcome - call it the M3H! and perhaps a station wagon / estate version - call it the M3S? They don't need to do this of course - they can sell every car they make, but in the future I would love a station wagon M3
Had to get my rear window replaced on my 2018 m3 yesterday due to a stress fracture. Was replaced with the dark grey glass. Made me v sad lol. Still have the reflective red on the front though,
One thing that your video does not make clear. Many of these changes were software fixes and were rolled out to current owners. I own a 2018 Model 3, and obviously, I don't have the Gen 2 seats, but the navigate on autopilot, advanced summon, increase in range and even one update to increase power were all free upgrades rolled out over the air.
correction: early models that bought "FSD" on 2.5 hardware still have to pay to upgrade to HW 3.0. Not as much as someone now paying to get Advanced autopilot/FSD but still a cost to change up. I have a July 2018, I bought the full spec LR RWD (at the time, before performance and AWD were announced) and I still had to pay an extra 3k to get the 3.0 cpu which was installed last week. (2k if you bought early discount) and now is a 5K option to older models. But it's great that Tesla doesn't go by the "build it and forget it" model everyone else goes by. The fact that the new cpu slots right in the same port but is magnitudes faster and uses less power is why i love their thinking and design. The free upgrades I've received since new are just staggering! The VW eGolf i had previous was outdated before it left the lot and was no different 4 years later..
Not in Canada... It's an almost $11,000 upgrade if you got Autopilot but know FSD update. Glad I passed since apparently such FSD won't be approved for another 5-6 years, and my 2018 will be a 8-9 years old by then and I will have moved on to a future Tesla or other EV by then. Hahaha.
Quite a few challenges coping in parts of the world where winters last long, whether it’s shorter mileage or door handle issues in cold climates when rain or wet snow freezes over
Really? They love them in Norway so far. I'm in Canada and we get a fair amount of snow and cold winters and I know one friend with a M3 and he has no complaints. You do have to make some adjustments to the new tech, but that's mere adaptation. Some winter conditions can be a challenge for anyone and I sold enough gas line anti freeze and lock deicer as kid pumping gas to know.
Lensflare Deviant not denying the good or ignoring bad realities, mileage and freezing door handles are a few things displayed on you tube, personally don’t own one also not a stock investor, love all the marketing tactics though, unfortunately these cars are not meant for average people, seeing the possibility of having diesel operated things such as construction trucks and big boats switching to electric is more exciting, planes would be very special as well, luckily battery technology is improving by the day, sadly that means all these Tesla’s etc will be less appealing unless designs will allow for upgrade options of coarse
In 2020 Autopilot technically is optional is you order the Standard Range Model 3 which is about a $4000 savings. I know cause I ordered my Standard Range for $35k and getting it in about 2 weeks.
@@Cleanerwatt Tesla confirmed I will be limited by 20 miles. However they stated I can still "upgrade" to the Standard Range Plus since its all software limited.
JohnnyZenith why on earth are you expecting matrix LEDs? The only car that has them is Audi. It isn’t necessary. The car is a balance between family and sports and does not need a HUD. And the styling is slick, not boring.. you ask for too much.
Ateeb a hud would be nice for people who don’t want to look over at the screen for their speed. They don’t cost much and add a level of safety to not have to take your eyes off the road for that bit. Also stop being such a Tesla fanboy... styling is boring and beaten out by many other cars in the last few years.
@@jamieplays3552 I've driven a Model 3 for 2 years now. Looking at the screen in the middle is exactly zero issue. It takes the same amount of time to glance at a binnacle behind the wheel. The benefit of having AC blow at you through the steering wheel is an advantage that outweighs the negatives of the center screen. Nobody talks about that.
at least in Europe they removed the HomeLink Feature since 2019. As far as I know, this cannot be added as an option but has to be installed after the purchase.
I know this video is old now, but I wanted to comment that it would be awesome to know when these changes took effect like the glass roof and the seats etc. etc. I can only assume that 2017-2019 are mostly verbatim then 2020 came around and WHAM! big changes. Is this the case?
It’s possible to get a standard range rear wheel drive model 3 in 2020. You order the standard range plus and before you pay you call Tesla give them the vin and they can order the standard range for you!
Do you know if that stereo is the same as the standard range plus? I don’t mind 210 of range because sometimes my Honda at full tank shows 210-300 depends. I’m never taking the standard range on a long road trip just for work and commuting around local cities.
Everything at Tesla improves dramatically. All the time. Every day. Look at the history of the car industry. They are facing something they are not used to doing.
Hmm. You missed a lot more unfortunately. Tesla has discontinued the silver color, and the rims on the red car shown at introduction are nowhere to be found unfortunately.
Got my P3D in 2018, and it's still my favorite car in the world. I just got the AP3 hardware upgrade, which is amazing. The display is way more accurate, and Autopilot feels tighter. It's been several weeks since we got an update, and they keep talking about the first release version of Nav on Street. I'm very curious to see what it will be able to handle, and not handle. Also, if they drop a massive battery improvement in ~April I hope we can pay for an upgrade... if it's a game changing battery.
Over the air updates is such a game changing ownership feature for Teslas, I'd be shocked if this isn't something traditional car makers strive for in the future.
Pretty sure it was the first functional prototype. They didn't bother making everything as the final form, just wanted it functional in order to test the core parts of the car. I always assumed it was wrapped with matte black vinyl so they didn't even have to paint it before testing. This is just the ramblings of some random dude on the internet and not guaranteed fact.
well the basic autopilot is not exactly free. That's actually the main difference between the 35k model and the standard range plus model. So the basic autopilot costs around 3k-4k. Between FSD, tesla offers another package that is the enhanced autopilot but now they are not offering it anymore.
Still happy I had the patience to wait for the LR RWD to come back. Was so close to getting the LE MR and ended up getting the LR for $43k. Then just about a month later the price went up a couple thousand. Pulled the trigger at the right time. Coming up on one year on the 16th of March and 19k miles later with no issues other than the A/C smell, fixed that myself.
Good comparison but suggest mentioning @ 6:15 that the efficiency increases are due to firmware improvements, not model year e.g. they apply to all years. The way your chart reads (to me) is that the 2020 versions are faster and more efficient than the previous years, but 2018 and 19 got the same firmware updates and improvements.
You forgot cycle life, and C rate. All of those are nice to have. For cars, price is probably most important, but for robotaxis, and semis, cycle life is huge too. Weight is most important for planes, but helps cars too, and motorcycles a lot. C rate helps charging speed, but when the pack is big, you can already charge pretty fast. For stationary storage, cycle life, and cost is most important. Obviously, it shouldn't catch fire.
I am interested in how to know what a used M3 has. Since Tesla doesn’t do model years, is there an external way to check what a site/person says the car has on board?
Re: Long Range RWD - It's possible to get one, per Tesla dealers. You have to special request the change from an AWD order to RWD via customer service. You can't order it via the website.
Maybe a stupid question, but if there is no key, how do you enter the car when the battery are drained? I’ve forgot the lights on a few times, or maybe you don’t use the car for a few month while on vacation. :)
If memory serves the car automatically shuts off lights if it has less that maybe 10%, there is also a failsafe to open the door can't remember where it is though
There is a jump start port in the front bumper. Just pop the little circle, pull the cable out, connect to a battery, wait for the car to wake up and unlock the door.
Lots of under-the-hood improvements that aren’t obvious, like the improved motor control.
I'll sum up 11:33 minutes of vid into a few sentences. It pays ( paid) to wait. The old adage from legacy manufacturer days of never buying a first year vehicle still holds true today. Seals, roofs, gaps, paint , seats have all gotten much better than initial Model 3 production. Early adopters always beware. I went from a LR RWD to a AWD DMP and the differences over two years are dramatic.
JoeJoe Joe
Plus you likely paid more than what is being charged today.
savagecub no, I paid $15 k less than what the original Model 3 Dual Motor Performance sold for ($82k) in fall 2018. My LR RWD was more than my Model 3 DMP.
Alex NutCasio That’s literally what he said.
lol that kinda applies to every single mechanical and electrical product that ever existed.
I mean it's not like any of those require i so much as put on my slippers to fix but yeah... BEWARE!
Missing: Late 2019 models has a removable panel on the bottom of the rear fender for the EU hitch option. Also the pedestrian speaker.
True - I forgot about the speaker.
Can we control the audio out of the pedestrian speaker? I’d like to play music for people at cross walks. 🥳
What the heck does the pedestrian speaker do
@@benshyong1767 I don't have a Tesla, but as far as I am aware nothing yet. He did tease a video of a Tesla talking a while back, he will probably add features in software updates
@@benshyong1767 It sends out a noise to make sure people walking can hear at least something moving towards them.
This is what I love about Tesla there always improving and they listen to feedback
Dang, Silver looks so awesome - I wish they still had it.
For what it's worth. I visited the Stockport, UK Tesla outlet the other day. just to look around. I strolled around the new cars waiting for delivery and even though i used to be a car salesman so have the "eye" for these things, i couldn't spot a blemish, dust spot or any panel misalignment on any of the 5 M3s sat there. The lady inside says she reckons about 2 in every 50 cars need any form of aftersales attention at all now. Almost all of which is a while you wait quick buff or 5 minute fiddle by the technician. Noticably better quality than even late last year. They cetainly all looked perfect from what I could see. Several transporters were coming and going, and they all seemed to have older model x cars on. not sure if they are being collected for service, end of lease or whatever.
Tesla also raised the position of the rear seat bench which was a quite uncomfortable position in the earlier models.
Maybe talk about build quality improvements too since it’s been a big topic a couple years ago
Well, it is still a big topic. I got mine a month ago and all doors had to be realigned!
I forgot to mention that above the license plate and on the rocker there is a lack of paint.
Build quality is appalling
facebook.com/groups/359891901375063/
insideevs.com/news/397501/tesla-model-3-paint-problems-california/
I now have 50,000 miles on my 2018 (#10,400). I never did have any quality issues and the car drives AS NEW two years later.
Yeah, my subaru is the same....no issue and drive as new.
My 2004 camry aswell
Lol
For those who are so in love with their ice maybe you should stick to gas and diesel channels.
I‘m also a fan of Tesla, but that a car that expensive after 50k miles still drives like a new one shouldn’t be worth mentioning 🤔
My parents got a fiat panda with 120k miles, no problems at all...
Taking delivery of a white on white M3P on 11th of March! So excited!!!
Congrats!
How do you like it?
@@nate_2092 Absolutely insane car, such an upgrade from my old 2013 S85! Couldnt be happier
@@neofaktion Did you buy your 2013 S85 brand new or used? If you bought it new, it was insanely expensive, but I assume you have the money for it then. What made you go for the M3P and not the MS P100D?
@@vidar9778 My father bought it new in 2013, then I bought it from him in early 2019. The Model 3 feels way newer and nimbler. I prefer a harder and more exciting ride. Also, the sound system and seats are much better in my opinion
Seen the local Facebook groups with Model 3, I've seen a lot of people complain about the quality, not a day goes by.... the paint, the gaps and lots of other stuff that Tesla refuses to fix "since its inside their normal measurements"..... I'm still holding my money.
didn't mention that the rear seats had also changed and i heard that newer cars are getting more sound insulation
I got an upgrade notice a few weeks ago saying I could buy rear seat heaters for $300. I have a May 2019 model.
@@derkaderkamohamadallaackbarnut Yours doesn't have seat heaters?
@@luludvega well yeah, but I guess they were not active or in the bundle I bought so now I can get them turned on for 300$. The car is like software. The code is there but people have to license each part to enjoy it all. Or buy the entire package up front.
@@derkaderkamohamadallaackbarnut the SR+ version always had the rear seat heaters installed, but they where not activated (1 of the differentiators) with the "premium" interior of the LR versions, now they let you buy the software upgrade to activate those heaters
Yeah, the video pretty much sucks, he left out some very important changes.
8:31 For my 2018 LR RWD, I purchased "Enhanced Autopilot". This is no longer available and includes Summon, Autopark, Navigate on Autopilot. Additional cost for FSD obviously.
Yessss. The video I wanted to see but never asked for. Good job mind reader.
I'm interested to know how the soundproofing has improved. Lots of complaints about cabin noise.
@harry camper I'm not sure they've done anything really. I know Elon tweeted that they were looking into it late last year but not seen anything about an improvement.
From a recent german review (April 2020) the guy said that the noise is barely any louder than those of Mercedes or VW. So I guess it did improve
word I don’t think so, it’s even electric car reviewers have stated there is a fair amount of noise.
Thank you. Very useful information for all of us thinking about purchasing a pre-owned Model 3.
You totally missed the step up in build quality between the 2019 and the 2020 models. There were also "downgrades" in terms of no grocery hooks and no frunk mats anymore ...
Just got my Medel 3 SR+ last week. Best car I've ever driven. Worth the wait!
Congrats!
@@roshgilluw Not at all and I'm a perfectionist on the details. It's the ideal vehicle.
@@matthewroy7718 sad that doesn´t have three pedals,but is a good car overall
Is the range enough?
@@danielstoicamusic Absolutely for our daily routine. Still my favorite car and find to any reason to drive it.
Almost every day there was a subtle change with the Model 3. I remember seeing the changelog. From literally screws to foglights, headlights, even (takeway of) floor panels. Almost everything has changed from the car. Most for the better.
Probably the greatest car built in history starting a new era of inventions and ideas.
I agree!
greatest car built in history?
The biggest scam in history.
seems like u dont know very much about cars
It's an admirable package of technology, but by your own words of *BUILT*, you need to stop gagging on Elon there bud. Their build QC is in the malaise GM range. It is unacceptable, for the $50,000+ you pay them, for Tesla to regularly deliver cars with body panel gaps in excess of 1/4", with body panels whose paint obviously doesn't perfectly match, and with fit and finish that would make a 1981 UAW worker blush. Yet they do. Worshiping them as if they can do no wrong doesn't incentivize them to improve.
When you say "basic auto pilot is now standard with all model 3s" that is indeed true. However the visual you show is Navigate on AutoPilot which is part of the FSD package, and not part of the AP that comes with every car
I think their pricing and ordering on line is very misleading. I wanted a model 3 and went on line. The price shows $35,960 for the SR+. With an *. When you go to the the * they are showing a price with "potential incentives and gas savings". They show gas savings as $4300. The actual price of the car is $39,990. They do this same trickery with the monthly payment as well, showing the monthly payment with built-in savings due to estimated gas savings. Am I missing something or is this totally deceitful? They should just show the price of the car and the correct payment.
Well, since you figured it out and the savings were clearly stated, and with a click of the mouse you are seeing the actual price I wouldn't call it deceitful. It's a sales tool that allows you to calculate your cost to own.
WHats the name of the original silver color for the model 3? It looked so good in that version!
Blu Tee I think it was “chrome”
I would prefer that color, but I will have to settle with the midnight silver metallic now. Thinking about buying the Model Y though.
Silver metallic
For what it's worth--significant improvement in your speech delivery recently. I used to cringe slightly at the blatant forced 'clarity' or slowed pace in your voice, now you come off as much more natural which makes for better listening experience.
You missed the Alcantara headliner in the early 2017 model 3s that is no longer offered in the newer models.
I forgot about that one. Thanks for bringing it up.
Excellent video, very crisp and informative
Excellent research. Thanks for all the effort.
GO ELON!!! I'VE ORDERED THE CYBERTRUCK 3 MOTOR FSD..& i did buy some NIO too!!
I ordered that one too 🔥
Also, they drop the hooks (hangers) and the mat in the frunk.
@picknngrinnin The small grocery bag hooks in the frunk are gone. I am taking delivery 11th of March and I am so bummed out why they just left two holes in the frunk
Sorry, hook or hanger.
Martin Berntsen same for me. When I ordered, they were there, when I received my M3 they were gone! This way of doing business is very bad. Tesla can do better.
@@jocelyndrolet4610 I think it's a terrible way to do cost savings, but it doesn't matter i guess
This guy is fucking nuts how could you do 30 trillion different things
One thing i’d note is you actually can’t buy a standard range tesla anymore. The base model available is the standard range plus. Overall good video though! Very thorough.
Interior sound level: Chinese complained about the interior road noise and have stated that they made some improvements to remedy this issue. Did this improvement transfer to US Tesla Model 3?
New rim options, New door handle mechanisms, faster MCUs, changed the seats slightly, new autopilot computers, different roof tinting process, added batches and eliminated the silver color option.
> New door handle mechanisms, faster MCUs
Are you sure you don't mean Model S on these? . . .
John P. Weiksnar no the model 3s got new door handle mechanisms to make them open faster and got MCU computers with more storage.
Is that a fact, @@tristanskylark? Any source for each would be handy.
I've heard the build and paint quality has improved for 2020 as well as reduced cabin noise. I hope this is the case, I just ordered a Standard Range Plus 2 days ago and looking out for the confirmation emails. I'm really excited about this car, the test drive I took of one was great. I hope that holding out a few years was a wise move.
How did it go? Any build quality issues?
Excellent review. Great job.
Thank you!
I don't think anyone has brought up that the fabric-covered hole in the trunk deck has been eliminated.
Recommended tire pressure changed.
There's no longer a "dead pedal" up front, just carpeting.
Also, the alignment of the headlamp enclosures is different (slight more flush).
Plus, the trim on the dash right abover the steering column is different.
There are a few other changes here: tinkertry.com/differences-between-2018-and-2020-tesla-model-3
they should make the the orange uv coating an option to make their cars even more customizable.
This video didn’t mention two of the major 2017 and 2018 Model 3 complaints: the overly stiff ride and the high amount of road and wind noise coming into the interior.
Consumer Reports complained about these issues in their review of the Model 3 and Elon conference called with them and promised that it would be improved . But was it really?
Nice recap of all the changes! A couple that I didn’t see on your video was the change in the backseat, and the change from an Alcantara headliner to the current material.
its almost april , get ready for this big battery breakthrough elon will talk about
hopefully it will happen. Interesting to see what they do to the model s and x if they announce a 100kw battery for the model 3
Let's hope it allows for cheaper cars in the future so i can afford one! 🤣
R , you won’t need one Once Tesla Taxi is Online hopefully in 2-3 years
🤞🤞😎
The big thing is they are going to make their own cells. They bought Maxwell, and Hibar, and now they are hiring cell engineers. Elon said he wants to increase battery production 30x. I would not be surprised if they made more than one type of chemistry, and more than one kind of format, at least in their labs. We'll see what makes it into vehicles and powerwalls/powerpacks/megapacks.
Was there any change to the front / hood / frunk area? I don’t know what it is, but sometimes I see a model 3s and they look amazing and sporty like a Audi or M3 BMW, and other times I see them and they are reminiscent of a 1960s corvette with a thin flat hood. Is this just the angle?
Forgot to mention huge Feature added - "Single Pedal Driving" - best feature ever!
Forgot to mention huge Feature added - "Single Pedal Driving" - best feature ever!
Thanx for the update please make more on updates and upgrades asap.
Awesome video!...
May your channel grow!
One pedal driving is my favorite update. Voice command is the second.
So the one pedal driving option is available on the Model 3? I heard about it in a Model Y video and wasn't sure if it was unique to that model or not.
John Vanderbeck it was an over-the-air update for Model 3. Called “Hold Mode”. Got the update soon after my car was delivered in 2019 and haven’t used the brakes at all since. :)
@@DrDizzyMorris Awesome! I'm actually more interested in the Model 3 overall
I wish Tesla would change the piano black finish on the centre console, it shows finger prints and tiny scratches - a black carbon fibre effect finish would look far better, modern, and be much more practical. Here in Europe a hatchback version of the M3 would be welcome - call it the M3H! and perhaps a station wagon / estate version - call it the M3S?
They don't need to do this of course - they can sell every car they make, but in the future I would love a station wagon M3
Had to get my rear window replaced on my 2018 m3 yesterday due to a stress fracture. Was replaced with the dark grey glass. Made me v sad lol. Still have the reflective red on the front though,
One thing that your video does not make clear. Many of these changes were software fixes and were rolled out to current owners. I own a 2018 Model 3, and obviously, I don't have the Gen 2 seats, but the navigate on autopilot, advanced summon, increase in range and even one update to increase power were all free upgrades rolled out over the air.
correction: early models that bought "FSD" on 2.5 hardware still have to pay to upgrade to HW 3.0. Not as much as someone now paying to get Advanced autopilot/FSD but still a cost to change up. I have a July 2018, I bought the full spec LR RWD (at the time, before performance and AWD were announced) and I still had to pay an extra 3k to get the 3.0 cpu which was installed last week. (2k if you bought early discount) and now is a 5K option to older models. But it's great that Tesla doesn't go by the "build it and forget it" model everyone else goes by. The fact that the new cpu slots right in the same port but is magnitudes faster and uses less power is why i love their thinking and design. The free upgrades I've received since new are just staggering! The VW eGolf i had previous was outdated before it left the lot and was no different 4 years later..
Not in Canada... It's an almost $11,000 upgrade if you got Autopilot but know FSD update. Glad I passed since apparently such FSD won't be approved for another 5-6 years, and my 2018 will be a 8-9 years old by then and I will have moved on to a future Tesla or other EV by then. Hahaha.
Ughhhh, stupid auto correct. I meant Autopilot but NO FSD... Bloody autocorrect is awful.
Absolutely smashing content. These drops in stock price are providing the buying opp that I thought I'd missed.
Thanks for the video!
They update and have better build quality by the day, compare it to any other car brand and it's progression
Nice video. I had this exact same question but didn't realize a few of these differences.
I have the 2018 Model 3 but never had the water dripping in the trunk issue...even in heavy rain
You can get it if you trade it for a 2017
They may have fixed it by then... good to know.
Probably the best car I’ve ever bought!
Quite a few challenges coping in parts of the world where winters last long, whether it’s shorter mileage or door handle issues in cold climates when rain or wet snow freezes over
Really? They love them in Norway so far. I'm in Canada and we get a fair amount of snow and cold winters and I know one friend with a M3 and he has no complaints. You do have to make some adjustments to the new tech, but that's mere adaptation. Some winter conditions can be a challenge for anyone and I sold enough gas line anti freeze and lock deicer as kid pumping gas to know.
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not denying the good or ignoring bad realities, mileage and freezing door handles are a few things displayed on you tube, personally don’t own one also not a stock investor, love all the marketing tactics though, unfortunately these cars are not meant for average people, seeing the possibility of having diesel operated things such as construction trucks and big boats switching to electric is more exciting, planes would be very special as well, luckily battery technology is improving by the day, sadly that means all these Tesla’s etc will be less appealing unless designs will allow for upgrade options of coarse
Have the rear seats changed? I vaguely remember a video of somebody measuring a bottom cushion height difference.
*Nice comparison with these models!* 👍
Thank you!
Awesome video!!
In 2020 Autopilot technically is optional is you order the Standard Range Model 3 which is about a $4000 savings. I know cause I ordered my Standard Range for $35k and getting it in about 2 weeks.
You do also lose 30 miles of range - but it is a sweet deal still!
@@Cleanerwatt Tesla confirmed I will be limited by 20 miles. However they stated I can still "upgrade" to the Standard Range Plus since its all software limited.
@@Cleanerwatt Yes you are limited this amount through software. It is nice to have the option to get it back via purchase of Autopilot!
They revised the headlights in mid 2018, but the appearance is the same.
No matrix LEDs. No HUDs, no drivers display (I can forgive with a HUD). Styling still boring.
JohnnyZenith why on earth are you expecting matrix LEDs? The only car that has them is Audi. It isn’t necessary. The car is a balance between family and sports and does not need a HUD. And the styling is slick, not boring.. you ask for too much.
Ateeb a hud would be nice for people who don’t want to look over at the screen for their speed. They don’t cost much and add a level of safety to not have to take your eyes off the road for that bit. Also stop being such a Tesla fanboy... styling is boring and beaten out by many other cars in the last few years.
@@jamieplays3552 I've driven a Model 3 for 2 years now. Looking at the screen in the middle is exactly zero issue. It takes the same amount of time to glance at a binnacle behind the wheel. The benefit of having AC blow at you through the steering wheel is an advantage that outweighs the negatives of the center screen. Nobody talks about that.
Tesla fanboy? Based off me saying the styling looks nice and it doesn’t need ‘matrix LEDs’? Sure buddy
at least in Europe they removed the HomeLink Feature since 2019. As far as I know, this cannot be added as an option but has to be installed after the purchase.
RISCy27, why did they remove it?
@@dc9039 according to Tesla to cut costs... It is about 300$ to get it now
I know this video is old now, but I wanted to comment that it would be awesome to know when these changes took effect like the glass roof and the seats etc. etc. I can only assume that 2017-2019 are mostly verbatim then 2020 came around and WHAM! big changes. Is this the case?
It’s possible to get a standard range rear wheel drive model 3 in 2020. You order the standard range plus and before you pay you call Tesla give them the vin and they can order the standard range for you!
What a mess. They really don't want to sell that option
Do you know if that stereo is the same as the standard range plus? I don’t mind 210 of range because sometimes my Honda at full tank shows 210-300 depends. I’m never taking the standard range on a long road trip just for work and commuting around local cities.
2.0 Lyf Pop I believe it is a slightly worse stereo. Given that Tesla reduced the cost of standard range plus I would probably just get that.
So they got better and cheaper. Thank you early adopters for helping.
the old ones you don't have to pay for the Premium Connectivity, newer ones you have to pay after the trial ends.
Everything at Tesla improves dramatically. All the time. Every day. Look at the history of the car industry. They are facing something they are not used to doing.
Like that silver one with the white interior
Do you know if the Nvidia hardware autopilot (if purchased) is just as good as the new Tesla chip autopilot?
*0:59** did y’all see those model y rims*
all the info missing from other videos. thanks for posting.
You are welcome
I wonder if Tesla is looking at improvements to the door handles on the 3. It remains a problem with door opening in freezing weather.
Hmm. You missed a lot more unfortunately. Tesla has discontinued the silver color, and the rims on the red car shown at introduction are nowhere to be found unfortunately.
The major point for me is reliability. Hopefully this type of engine will be more reliable than the older engines in the Model S.
@Carpe diem: Internal combustion cars have "engines". Electric cars have "motors".
Turning circle improvement? Noise suppression?
Got my P3D in 2018, and it's still my favorite car in the world. I just got the AP3 hardware upgrade, which is amazing. The display is way more accurate, and Autopilot feels tighter. It's been several weeks since we got an update, and they keep talking about the first release version of Nav on Street. I'm very curious to see what it will be able to handle, and not handle. Also, if they drop a massive battery improvement in ~April I hope we can pay for an upgrade... if it's a game changing battery.
Also the reductions. Frunk hooks, less adaptors, etc
Great video. Very informative. Thanks.
Over the air updates is such a game changing ownership feature for Teslas, I'd be shocked if this isn't something traditional car makers strive for in the future.
0:32 wow anyone else besides me not notice the Model S door handles on the mattte black Model 3?
Yes, a design experiment maybe..
Pretty sure it was the first functional prototype. They didn't bother making everything as the final form, just wanted it functional in order to test the core parts of the car. I always assumed it was wrapped with matte black vinyl so they didn't even have to paint it before testing. This is just the ramblings of some random dude on the internet and not guaranteed fact.
Does the body panels line up better on the 2020 Model 3?
The rear seats also have changed, the lower seat area is more inclined in newer models, giving more leg support.
Great information
well the basic autopilot is not exactly free. That's actually the main difference between the 35k model and the standard range plus model. So the basic autopilot costs around 3k-4k. Between FSD, tesla offers another package that is the enhanced autopilot but now they are not offering it anymore.
So a car manufacturer built a better chip than Nvidia that's impressive.
That's actually sad ngl.
I think nvidia chip is similar to what the nintendo switch runs on actually
tesla is not an automobile company , its a technology firm, that works on technologies.
Still happy I had the patience to wait for the LR RWD to come back. Was so close to getting the LE MR and ended up getting the LR for $43k. Then just about a month later the price went up a couple thousand. Pulled the trigger at the right time. Coming up on one year on the 16th of March and 19k miles later with no issues other than the A/C smell, fixed that myself.
Good comparison but suggest mentioning @ 6:15 that the efficiency increases are due to firmware improvements, not model year e.g. they apply to all years. The way your chart reads (to me) is that the 2020 versions are faster and more efficient than the previous years, but 2018 and 19 got the same firmware updates and improvements.
That is a good point that I should have made more clear - thanks for bringing this up!
great job doing this awesome video!
What do we need from new batteries?
a) Smaller?
b) lighter?
c) Increased capacity?
d) Cheaper?
e) All of the above?
You forgot cycle life, and C rate. All of those are nice to have. For cars, price is probably most important, but for robotaxis, and semis, cycle life is huge too. Weight is most important for planes, but helps cars too, and motorcycles a lot. C rate helps charging speed, but when the pack is big, you can already charge pretty fast. For stationary storage, cycle life, and cost is most important. Obviously, it shouldn't catch fire.
I am interested in how to know what a used M3 has. Since Tesla doesn’t do model years, is there an external way to check what a site/person says the car has on board?
Charlie Fox Tesla now does model years beginning Oct 2019.
What are the two charge points on the M3 China?
Since when MY20 is produced? January 2020? Tks
Did they improve the paint I hear the paint sucks. I’m getting ready to purchase one or the MachE
Good video comparing the different version of cars between years that’s a great concept because Tesla update their car a lot
Thank you!
The rims on that left one!
Re: Long Range RWD - It's possible to get one, per Tesla dealers. You have to special request the change from an AWD order to RWD via customer service. You can't order it via the website.
Is it the same price as the AWD?
Maybe a stupid question, but if there is no key, how do you enter the car when the battery are drained? I’ve forgot the lights on a few times, or maybe you don’t use the car for a few month while on vacation. :)
If memory serves the car automatically shuts off lights if it has less that maybe 10%, there is also a failsafe to open the door can't remember where it is though
There is a jump start port in the front bumper. Just pop the little circle, pull the cable out, connect to a battery, wait for the car to wake up and unlock the door.
The car shuts off after a certain percentage that you can set. It’s basically like pressing the power button of you phone and shutting it down.
How about the door pocket lights?
FYI - Mid-range models were initially offered at $4k below Long-range models.
Newbie question when did they start putting the gen 2 seats in the car?
Great video, as always
Thank you!