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Great review as usual! Are you planning on reviewing the refreshed 2021 Model 3 with 18" wheels? It would be nice to see if the ride quality has improved. Cheers!
At this point, I am stunned by the continued purchases of brand new ICE cars in Germany, that cost essentially the same as a Model 3 long range. You keep seeing them. Why? They're already obsolete. Superb review anyway. The other things to add with the Model 3 are that it can have a tow bar fitted (900kg + 100kg) and it has class-leading usable luggage capacity. When the Y comes, this will be doubly as significant. Towing is 1600kg, and the load space, with all seats up, is a good 1/3 bigger than the Model 3 by all accounts. The German car industry is facing disaster as things stand.
Really appreciate how you made an effort to have this car reviewed in English for your viewers in North America and all over the world. Excellent video
After watching this video, I'm missing my German colleagues. I've worked very intimately with colleagues in Germany for the past three years, and I have a deep appreciation in the German way of thinking. At first, I was put off by the very direct and critical feedback, but I realized that there is no malice behind it. The straightforward way of communication is excellent, especially for technical topics. Thanks for doing what you do!
very, very intelligent review and comments. “normal” does not mean it is right. It means most people are doing it. spectacular, Thomas. many thanks for the review.
@@autogefuehl Great review, Thomas! I'd like to see you do another test of the Model 3 Performance with the new track update....testing it around the track. I'm not sure if you're aware of it. But with the performance track update, you can send all the power to the rear wheels, or do 40/60%, etc. I'd love to see you smoke those rear tires. Lol.
I’ve a red Long Range (the one in my small avatar here) and I love it so so much! What a terrific car! We had a Toyota GT86 and a Maserati Ghibli in my family, still prefer the Tesla by a long shot! Best doing-everything car on the market right now
Great review! I find that these touchscreen-centric cars are a lot harder for tall people because we have to sit so much further away from the dash. My current vehicle provides Android Auto with a controller knob on the center tunnel and it's a huge improvement compared to constantly having to bend forward and hunt for small touch targets on screen.
Great review again 👌🤗 I have had my Model 3 Performance since 2019 and it really is a unique experience still unreal how efficient it is and how good the Tesla supercharger network is that supports it. Performance and Efficiency is what makes the Model 3 such a successful overall package 👌
Because of Irish taxes I couldn't afford the LR or P. Bought an SR+ and love it, and especially the vegan interior; so soft and comfortable. Much bigger than most think. The other reason for the SR+ is it is lighter, more efficient in everyday driving and on a smallish island like Ireland I didn't need the LR especially with Superchargers and the fast charging. I actually love the Aerowheels. The SR+ also picks up speed better at motorway speeds, seems to have more available torque than the dual motor or maybe just the lower weight.
@@0ooTheMAXXoo0 SR+: 1704Kg/150kW = 11.36 Kg/kW; LR AWD: 1847Kg/258kW = 7.15Kg/kW. Numbers talk by themselves. P.S: I own a LR AWD Performance, tried SR+ and Model S P85 and 100PDL. The differences between models are ABYSMAL.
Thank you for your unbiased and detailed videos. I always find myself watching the entire episodes. I have a Tesla Model 3 and absolutely love it. I live in the US and don’t get to drive it at autobahn speeds so listening to your analysis on extended high-speed cruising was really helpful. Please keep the videos coming!!
Great review as always. Just an update, voice control works for many things including adjustment of the temperature in the cabin. You don't need to use the screen. I have the 18 inch wheels and the driving experience is just incredible as compared to any other car on the market EV or ICE.
Thomas I love your reviews. I really trust your opinions and enjoy your humour. After watching this one I ordered a Model 3 Long Range. Thank you from Western Australia.
I think the noise is more noticeable because it's so quiet at low speeds. So you notice it more due to the contrast rather than the actual noise level.
Peter Zerfass actually the Noise Level in M3 is higher. You can Check with Tesla Bjørn who has Made a comparing sheet by measuring the Noise of different EV‘s
I really enjoyed this review. I drove a model 3 and I found the seats really comfortable but I am 5 9‘. My concern is having the entire car run through a tablet. The picture quality of the screen is really good but tablets don’t last a very long time. I don’t want to be in a situation where I can’t drive my car because the flat screen is kaputt. My other concern is panel gaps because it’s indicative of how the rest of the car was built. All that being said, I would still take this over an ID3 without hesitation. The acceleration is amazing and is something everybody needs to experience to believe. Also, when you spend a lot of money on a car you‘re not buying it to drive from point A to point B. Your buying it because of the way it makes you feel and this car makes you feel like you’re driving something from the future which is undeniably exciting.
Chris I‘m not worried about the screen after two years. Even the most unreliable cars last 5 years without major problems. I’m worried about it after 10 years. I just had to replace my 4 year old ipad, am I going to have to do the same with my car?
Ben Jacobs only time will tell but I don't think it's going to be an issue. Also it's incredibly easy to replace and doesn't require removing the entire dashboard.
Nice review Thomas. You still missed some important points though. Voice input is activated from the Steering wheel by pressing the right button. The acceleration is much more when having the SOC above 75%. This car is the future
I own a 2020 model 3 LR AWD and this is a great review I think. The 18 inch wheels are definitely better given the rather hard suspension (it was also hard on my Golf IV I thought). This EV can also charge super fast (ionity, Tesla chargers) and this is one of the biggest advantages compared to other EVs. Sometimes I’d almost like it to be slower to justify a longer break:).
Wow! My car with almost the same exact spec (I got the white interior) got delivered a few weeks ago and I love driving it. Not as darty as my previous eGOLF but still awesome.
One of my favourites, especially in Thomas Blue and White. 😱 Thanks, Thomas! 😎 Hoping for the Tesla Model Y review one day, if you can. That is my favourite Tesla.
There were so much changes in the October Update including the completely reworked center console which isn't glossy anymore and the charging space for the phones is open. There were so much changes that you could make a new review of it, the biggest features for me are: Double layered side windows (!) and power trunk (!). Grüße aus dem Bergischen.
I think a decibel meter test would be really helpful to put perspective on the volume of cars. E.g. my Clio at 130km/h is at about 78dB (with my phone so round about)
3:15 look at all the lines between and around the headlight. None of them are straight, they increase and decrease in thickness , the overhangs also fluctuate. Tesla still has a ton of work before their cars reach good enough quality.
Been a while since you drove the Tesla Model S Performance. There have been a bunch of subtle improvements since then including a new. more efficient electric motor, even better range, improvements to suspension and interior quality and seats as well as the constant improvement to Auto Pilot and upcoming full self driving features. The RAVEN model . Doesn't have to be performance... Would be curious to know what you think..
i prefer physical buttons for traditional things like setting climate, music,favorites, heated seats etc... basically the buttons bmw still keeps, i prefer more traditional driver setups with lots of dials as i like to monitor as much as possible as its all happening.
Great respect to Tesla for limiting the options on their cars. You go Long Range and you get the glass roof, better sound system and the dual motors and you pick either black or white interior and a 19" wheels, that's it. You get sick if you visit Volvocars website and try to spec your car, you will be lost of how much shit you can add and you just ask, what the heck am I going to buy if all these things are options and not standard?
UK company car drivers can save big with a Tesla. BIK rate is 0%. !!!! I will be richer by £400/ month when lockdown is over and I can swap out my Audi diesel for the Tesla M3 LR grey/White. I can’t wait 😁😁😁
"You can improve the things...and still have the "wrong" concept."........absolutely. Most Cars still have the wrong concept, especially in the interior.
Danke dass du das Review ohne Handschuhe machst, dann kann man sich auch mal eine Stunde beschäftigen ohne auch noch bei einem Auto-Review an das leidige Thema erinnert zu werden..
What a cool car! Love the concept and I got to drive it a few times and its probably the best car I've ever driven. Shortly will replace my F30 with Model 3
Nice review. One thing, you say it would be nice to be able to activate voice command from the steering wheel... You actually can do that. A longer press of the right hand steering wheel button is the same as tapping the microphone on the screen.
Interesting car, inspite of all its flaws and positives, not something I will buy. Why? 1. No charging infrastructure in my living locality. Agree, not a problem of the manufacturer but the market itself is not mature enough, period. 2. Cost! This thing costs like a BMW 4 series or an Audi A5 but gives me a Honda or a Suzuki in terms of quality. 3. Batteries: I work in this field and I know a little bit about the extraction of minerals and its recycling. I am not fully convinced that it is the future of auto-motion. Better suited for early adopters. But, a step in the right direction. 4. Recuperation/Energy regen: Even my 3 series (3er) does recover energy if I let go of the accelerator (a car made in 2012 !) Tesla gains more, agreed but nothing that the ICE engines are wasting. 5. One touch screen for everything --> No thanks. The logic behind this is that in future, autonomous driving will take over and we will have all time on earth to play around. Until that happens, I prefer to have switches and knobs. 6. All those horror stories of Tesla repair costs, should something break and logical fallacies like in case of phone getting stolen (effectively car key is also gone!), easy hackability of the security system (not that other manufacturers are immune) but relying solely on digital methods isn't my cup of tea. 7. The whole idea behind Tesla is to provoke and intimidate conventional manufacturers to start thinking in this direction and I would say Tesla has succeeded in that to a great extent. Musk himself knows for sure that once the big players enter the EV world, his car will be just another competitor but his idea is not to be the market leader but to make disruptive technologies. Hats off to Musk for this effort in the right direction.
That was a very shaky road towards the end. You should have that in each review (perhaps you do) and call it out so that we can directly sort of compare the experience/camera shake, sound between vehicles if interested. Best reviews on TH-cam. Thank you.
Those hubcaps in the color of the body paint brings the design together. No other combo works nearly as well as that. It is the difference between one solid design or just a mix of various elements just thrown together.
Yes and purchase a wheel cap kit from Tesla to enhance the look of the wheels once the aero’s have been removed. Then the wheels not only look much better but you can go into the vehicle settings and choose the vehicle kit setting which then adjusts the predicted range values
Time index: 10:13 when he opens the centre console, what is the remote with the 4 buttons used for in the car? Unless it is for a garage door remote, then I can understand lol? Otherwise, a good review on the car itself, I am thinking when I have the money saved, I would invest in a Tesla but am not sure which model I should go, for....
It appears that Model Y will come to Europe with the completion of Giga Berlin (source: Elon Musk's tweets). Let's hope the factory does not get delayed (by much).
Fred in the Shed It’s very easy to use. You adapt quickly. My other car is a Cayenne with a zillion buttons. I don’t miss them all that much. It’s all about how well the layout is.
There are buttons and wheels on the steering wheel which handle the most common functions and also change with context so you can voice command and then use the wheels or buttons on the steering wheel to do the change. Any car with buttons and knobs feels way more distracting and confusing to the visual system by comparison. Like in a regular car you remember where a few knobs are that you use often but then all the clutter works against that habitual memory. Having controls at your fingertips and then the rest is less cluttered / more easily seen in a glance, is a bonus, not a hindrance.
You really don't need to control everything whilst driving. But the things you do are generally well thought out and easy. Teslas are probably the easiest cars in the world to drive and your kids will quickly show you how the touchscreen works!
Once again, a perfect review, as always. Can someone tell me why smaller wheels are more comfortable than bigger ones? I thought that the bigger they are, the less they enter the potholes...
Robert N Because all things being equal, a smaller wheel will likely have a larger sidewall. The sidewall acts as a damping spring. Cushions the blow of the pothole.
designers just wanna put biggest wheels on because they look cooler. And often cool looks sells more vehicles than finding out later that it is an uncomfortable ride :) That's why we usually advise for wheel sizes that still look nice but still offer comfort. So not the smallest, but also not the biggest. However smallest rim size will always offer the best comfort. It's a look vs comfort trade-off
Great review again, many thanks. So much better than the magazine reviews. Very good point about ride quality on bigger wheels. Our UK roads are full of potholes and getting worse by the year. Yet manufacturers/marketing insist on pushing ever larger and lower profile wheels. Fortunately I quite like the standard aero wheels on this car and 18" is already plenty big enough for a car of this proportion. I also really appreciate an open minded critique of the minimalist high tech interior. A lot of people dismiss it as being "cheap" and have an irrational hatred of the iPad style touch interface. But I know now from two years driving a Model X (your review on that car was excellent too BTW) that it simply works much better than a traditional dash and allows way more flexibility in future software upgrades. But I'm also with you on the rather pointless centre console, especially with its gloss black finish. I think they could have done better there too.
Great video, thanks Thomas and Autogeful team! What is the estimated range you got on average Autobahn real world driving? In terms of km or miles, wh/km or wh/mi?
150wh/km at 110km/h, 20 degrees + outside. Close to 200wh/km at 130 km/h. In practice you can easily do 250-300km of motorway before pausing for recharging (so let’s say every 2 to 3 hours).
A fantastic and comprehensive review, Thomas. Did you test the sound system of the Model 3? Your thoughts on it? Thank you for the amazing car reviews. Keep it up!
Or like modern super luxury house overlooking LA. That is also what it looks like. Modern super luxury is what it looks like. Mercedes interior looks like the leather sofa you would find in a poor neighborhood blinged-up by fans of rap music.
Really like your reviews. Amazing car, would love to drive it on holiday through Europe with the kids, but can’t help wondering about the trips to Ikea, the tip etc... And that suspension..hm.
I was also not sure about the cargo, but having been to Ikea recently I can confirm that with rear seats down I had no problem loading 180 cm long boxes. The model Y will be even better of course for that purpose. On long trips it’s the most relaxing car I ever drove. Kids sleep well!
Model 3 beats the M3 around a track! Model 3 is 5x more efficient. Model 3 should be solid for half a million miles or more. These cars are crazy value for the money...
It should have been a hatchback, much more practical for families or as an "only car". People need a versatile space- every so often we want to transport something bulky, or take the dog, or put a big baby buggy and some luggage in the back.
I would have preferred a hatchback too but there is still a large market for the traditional saloon layout too. Actually I think the reason Tesla probably chose to do the saloon first is because it is more aerodynamically efficient and this being a critical factor in the early stages of range limited electric cars. But the Model Y is probably the version for you and will be a bigger seller globally. Tesla are also still relatively production limited too, so there's not much pressure for them to make the most popular variants first. They are still working their way from top down in that respect.
Hallo. Danke für Dein Video. Ich bin immer noch unsicher, ob ich das Performance oder Long Range Model 3 kaufen soll....grrrrr. was meinst du/ihr? Gruss
Autogefühl Danke dir! :) Wie sieht es mit der Option Full Self Driving aus also würdest du die nehmen? Am Anfang war dieser Punkt eigentlich immer ganz klar für mich nämlich Ja muss ich haben. Aktuell bin ich mir da nicht mehr so sicher, ob es die 7k-8k wert sind. Gruss
Hi Thomas, tell me pls which one is better/quiter/more comfortable on deutsche autobahn - Model 3 or Model S Thx in advance for answer, and kindly regards from Warsaw.
Thomas, I love your reviews. You expressed some disappointment about the Model 3's suspension. Do these same comments carry over to the Performance version you reviewed previously? Or does the Performance sport suspension address your concerns?
@@autogefuehl Yes, thank you for your reply. Since the Performance model has larger wheels, do you feel that the suspension issues carry over to that model as well? Or does sport suspension in the Performance model solve some of the issues found in the LR-AWD model?
Fantastic review. I noticed you’re very tall and possibly better seats would be nice. I agree with air conditioning that I also prefer knobs for adjustment.
Joseph J I am taller than Thomas and do not have issues with the seats. They fit me well. But perhaps Thomas has longer legs? Also, climate control on auto doesn’t need to be adjusted often.
You simply press the button on the right side of the steering wheel, activating the voice control and say "change the temperature to 68 degrees" and it does so. No knobs necessary.
wrsilver Which takes longer than turning a dial. For me, the biggest issue is moving wiper control from the stalks to the screen. Being able to switch the wipers on to full speed instantaneously is safety critical. At present you can only do a single wipe by pressing the button on the stalk. Imagine passing a truck on the motorway and it throws up a lot of water from a puddle- you need to clear the screen straight away, and the last thing you want it to have to take one hand of the wheel and look at icons on a screen.
victor2krk no car is built perfect. Legacy auto manufacturers have been building cars for decades yet they still have quality control issues and constant recalls due to defects.
@@JAM_2024 'Legacy auto manufacturers' means nothing in the world of business. Tesla is also a legacy automaker if looked from let's say 'Rivian' perspective. Put that aside Tesla has a numerous number of recalls, fixes and updates. And that is OK. It is the overly hyped and crowded ElonMusk altar that is the problem. Same can't be said for Peugeot for example, Nissan, Toyota or even Mercedes (that has at least a dozen internet forums around the globe)
I agree there is a lot of hype surrounding Musk, but a) who cares? and b) the politics and corruption in the management of many large automotive manufacturers is far far worse. Look at recent Nissan, VW scandals. I'd rather buy a car from Tesla any day on that basis alone, plus their cars are much cooler and forward thinking
I'm not into electric cars yet, but but this is the only electric car I would buy (maybe Model Y for some extra space cause of the kids). If only they could speed up the charging time to have full charge in less than 10 min, and not damaging the batteries in the process. Maybe next gen.
Believe me, if you have kids and drive long haul they’ll need a charging break that lasts longer than 10 minutes :). I think the supercharge pause (usually 20-25 min) is actually great for everyone on these occasions
I find in practice charging time is less of a big deal than you would first imagine. It's actually far more important to have home charging on a daily basis. Then you always have a full tank every morning and only have to charge while out on long trips
For me, Model 3 is like ready-made, canned food. It has its advantages, but it simply lacks the qualities that I would like to have if I drive a lot. In my eyes - cool experience car for a test, nice for daily short journeys, but far from an experienced carmaker when it comes to safety, comfort and complexity. The issue of efficiency has yet to be proven. An electric car does not only exist while driving, but must be built and disposed of. And here the fun flips. It enriches the market and offers the potential to develop into something valuable, but it is currently still a long way from choosing one.
Is leatherette the same as PU leather? My various PU leather items age really badly after 5-10 years, with the plastic mesh that lies underneath the textured surface being exposed in high friction areas and stuff. It makes me worry about how these car seats might be in 30, 50 years when they become classic and then vintage cars. But maybe it's something better than PU leather?
Monsieur B. it will never replace good leather though. Leather wears and ages, but can be refinished, repaired, nourished and therefore maintained for decades. Synthetic leather simply cannot be restored in the same way- cracks cannot be filled, the surface cannot be re-dyed, it cannot be restored to its original suppleness if it starts to dry out and crack. Perhaps there will be an aftermarket leather option in time. I'd rather have a quality cloth than synthetic leather.
@@spencerwilton5831 Not convinced. The synthetic leather in my Model X is far nicer than the real leather in my 911 which creased up and cracked in less than 30k miles, despite all the fancy leather treatments. All I have to do to keep the Tesla interior looking good is use baby wipes to remove any marks. It may not ultimately last forever, but it's a lot less hassle than looking after real leather and actually feels softer and doesn't crease. Earlier Teslas actually did have real leather and it was pretty ropey too.
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This review was very... errr, interesting!! 😁
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Great review as usual! Are you planning on reviewing the refreshed 2021 Model 3 with 18" wheels? It would be nice to see if the ride quality has improved. Cheers!
You're still one of the best car reviewers on TH-cam. Thorough, serious and balanced. Great job once again!
highly appreciated Lars. Great to have u here
At this point, I am stunned by the continued purchases of brand new ICE cars in Germany, that cost essentially the same as a Model 3 long range. You keep seeing them. Why? They're already obsolete. Superb review anyway. The other things to add with the Model 3 are that it can have a tow bar fitted (900kg + 100kg) and it has class-leading usable luggage capacity. When the Y comes, this will be doubly as significant. Towing is 1600kg, and the load space, with all seats up, is a good 1/3 bigger than the Model 3 by all accounts. The German car industry is facing disaster as things stand.
“And when I walk away, the car kills itself.” Now that’s a loyal car! 😂
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Really appreciate how you made an effort to have this car reviewed in English for your viewers in North America and all over the world. Excellent video
After watching this video, I'm missing my German colleagues. I've worked very intimately with colleagues in Germany for the past three years, and I have a deep appreciation in the German way of thinking. At first, I was put off by the very direct and critical feedback, but I realized that there is no malice behind it. The straightforward way of communication is excellent, especially for technical topics. Thanks for doing what you do!
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One of the best and neutral tests I have seen. 👌👍🏻.
thanks, feel free to recommend ! :)
very, very intelligent review and comments. “normal” does not mean it is right. It means most people are doing it. spectacular, Thomas. many thanks for the review.
thanks m8 !
@@autogefuehl
Great review, Thomas! I'd like to see you do another test of the Model 3 Performance with the new track update....testing it around the track. I'm not sure if you're aware of it. But with the performance track update, you can send all the power to the rear wheels, or do 40/60%, etc. I'd love to see you smoke those rear tires. Lol.
sounds interesting!
Kudos for reviewing from Germany in English!
I’ve a red Long Range (the one in my small avatar here) and I love it so so much! What a terrific car! We had a Toyota GT86 and a Maserati Ghibli in my family, still prefer the Tesla by a long shot! Best doing-everything car on the market right now
Awesome, mate. I plan to own one, maybe this Tesla Model 3, perhaps in five years or less.
Great review! I find that these touchscreen-centric cars are a lot harder for tall people because we have to sit so much further away from the dash. My current vehicle provides Android Auto with a controller knob on the center tunnel and it's a huge improvement compared to constantly having to bend forward and hunt for small touch targets on screen.
Thanks!
Tesla voice command very good now
Great review again 👌🤗 I have had my Model 3 Performance since 2019 and it really is a unique experience still unreal how efficient it is and how good the Tesla supercharger network is that supports it. Performance and Efficiency is what makes the Model 3 such a successful overall package 👌
SUPERB and really OBJECTIVE review !! Congratulations from Barcelona !!!
“The car kills itself”
-Thomas 2020
Because of Irish taxes I couldn't afford the LR or P. Bought an SR+ and love it, and especially the vegan interior; so soft and comfortable. Much bigger than most think.
The other reason for the SR+ is it is lighter, more efficient in everyday driving and on a smallish island like Ireland I didn't need the LR especially with Superchargers and the fast charging.
I actually love the Aerowheels.
The SR+ also picks up speed better at motorway speeds, seems to have more available torque than the dual motor or maybe just the lower weight.
Congrats on your SR+. But no, your last statement is not true at all.. :-)
@@ivaniclixx Lighter battery and one less motor does mean the car is lighter. It is 100% true.
@@0ooTheMAXXoo0 SR+: 1704Kg/150kW = 11.36 Kg/kW; LR AWD: 1847Kg/258kW = 7.15Kg/kW. Numbers talk by themselves. P.S: I own a LR AWD Performance, tried SR+ and Model S P85 and 100PDL. The differences between models are ABYSMAL.
I prefer "fake leather". Vegan implies that it's edible, which it is not :/
@@ivaniclixx backs up my statement about available power at higher rpm. Dyno graphs.
www.mountainpassperformance.com/tesla-model-3-sr-dyno-testing/
Thank you for your unbiased and detailed videos. I always find myself watching the entire episodes. I have a Tesla Model 3 and absolutely love it. I live in the US and don’t get to drive it at autobahn speeds so listening to your analysis on extended high-speed cruising was really helpful. Please keep the videos coming!!
Cool Alex!
As always great review with details in full HD ;)
Great review as always. Just an update, voice control works for many things including adjustment of the temperature in the cabin. You don't need to use the screen. I have the 18 inch wheels and the driving experience is just incredible as compared to any other car on the market EV or ICE.
Cool!
You didn't mention the exceptional sound system this car have;)
I’m not so sure. Heard a Meridien in a Range Rover was much better. I have a 3 btw
Thomas I love your reviews. I really trust your opinions and enjoy your humour. After watching this one I ordered a Model 3 Long Range. Thank you from Western Australia.
Cool enjoy 😊
" When I move away with my smartphone, the car kills itself" OMG! :)))))
I think the noise is more noticeable because it's so quiet at low speeds. So you notice it more due to the contrast rather than the actual noise level.
that too yeah
Peter Zerfass actually the Noise Level in M3 is higher. You can Check with Tesla Bjørn who has Made a comparing sheet by measuring the Noise of different EV‘s
@@mr.zeettt6782 On that chart, Model 3 is still one of the best. Certainly way better than cars with engines.
Absolutely love that car 🚘
From France 🇫🇷
That Tesla smile @ 23.00
Nice review. Good quality, objectively, etc. Enjoying this a lot. Keep it up!
Wooho Thomas is reviewing my Car. :D (My Model 3 is also Blue but with aero wheels.)
I have to watch it as soon as i can. :)
Model 3 chairs are so comfortable, I can hardly think of anything better.
I really enjoyed this review. I drove a model 3 and I found the seats really comfortable but I am 5 9‘. My concern is having the entire car run through a tablet. The picture quality of the screen is really good but tablets don’t last a very long time. I don’t want to be in a situation where I can’t drive my car because the flat screen is kaputt. My other concern is panel gaps because it’s indicative of how the rest of the car was built. All that being said, I would still take this over an ID3 without hesitation. The acceleration is amazing and is something everybody needs to experience to believe. Also, when you spend a lot of money on a car you‘re not buying it to drive from point A to point B. Your buying it because of the way it makes you feel and this car makes you feel like you’re driving something from the future which is undeniably exciting.
The car has been on the road for two years now. Never heard of the screen being an issue. Hasn’t been an issue for my 3.
Chris I‘m not worried about the screen after two years. Even the most unreliable cars last 5 years without major problems. I’m worried about it after 10 years. I just had to replace my 4 year old ipad, am I going to have to do the same with my car?
Ben Jacobs only time will tell but I don't think it's going to be an issue. Also it's incredibly easy to replace and doesn't require removing the entire dashboard.
Nice review Thomas. You still missed some important points though. Voice input is activated from the Steering wheel by pressing the right button.
The acceleration is much more when having the SOC above 75%.
This car is the future
Thanks! Yeah heard that later with the voice activation. What u mean with soc to 75?
@@autogefuehl The acceleration of the car is even better when the State of Charge of the Batterie is above 75%
ahh state of charge you mean ok thanks =)
I own a 2020 model 3 LR AWD and this is a great review I think. The 18 inch wheels are definitely better given the rather hard suspension (it was also hard on my Golf IV I thought). This EV can also charge super fast (ionity, Tesla chargers) and this is one of the biggest advantages compared to other EVs. Sometimes I’d almost like it to be slower to justify a longer break:).
I've been waiting on this for a long time :)
Wow! My car with almost the same exact spec (I got the white interior) got delivered a few weeks ago and I love driving it. Not as darty as my previous eGOLF but still awesome.
These reviews are really top notch ! Super informative, and really helps in getting a solid grasp of the car - thanks!
Great Video. Miss a SuperCharger seasion to demonstrate the charge speed.
The stop sign recognition is awesome
One of my favourites, especially in Thomas Blue and White. 😱 Thanks, Thomas! 😎 Hoping for the Tesla Model Y review one day, if you can. That is my favourite Tesla.
I hope so too!
You can even tap on the map a little bit longer and a menue pops up and you can e.g. navigate to this point - that is the coolest!
There were so much changes in the October Update including the completely reworked center console which isn't glossy anymore and the charging space for the phones is open. There were so much changes that you could make a new review of it, the biggest features for me are: Double layered side windows (!) and power trunk (!). Grüße aus dem Bergischen.
Best review ive watched on the Model 3.
thanks !!
I think a decibel meter test would be really helpful to put perspective on the volume of cars. E.g. my Clio at 130km/h is at about 78dB (with my phone so round about)
Teslabjorn has done those tests with a lot of different EVs and some gas cars. Model 3 is one of the most quiet but model s and X are more quiet...
I like this honest review, thank you
3:15 look at all the lines between and around the headlight. None of them are straight, they increase and decrease in thickness , the overhangs also fluctuate. Tesla still has a ton of work before their cars reach good enough quality.
If you want straight Lines go on and buy a Volkswagen! But dont get mad if you get screwed
Been a while since you drove the Tesla Model S Performance. There have been a bunch of subtle improvements since then including a new. more efficient electric motor, even better range, improvements to suspension and interior quality and seats as well as the constant improvement to Auto Pilot and upcoming full self driving features. The RAVEN model . Doesn't have to be performance...
Would be curious to know what you think..
yes indeed the S received the new motor from the Model 3, just in the front instead of the rear. Gonna test the updated S soon I hope
i prefer physical buttons for traditional things like setting climate, music,favorites, heated seats etc... basically the buttons bmw still keeps, i prefer more traditional driver setups with lots of dials as i like to monitor as much as possible as its all happening.
This Tesla is not for you then. But I don't miss any of those buttons or the massively unintuitive BMW media interface!
Ein absolut faszinierendes Auto für das ich mich immer mehr interessiere! Danke für den tollen und ausführlichen Bericht Thomas! Grüße aus Heidelberg.
Besten dank!
Great respect to Tesla for limiting the options on their cars. You go Long Range and you get the glass roof, better sound system and the dual motors and you pick either black or white interior and a 19" wheels, that's it. You get sick if you visit Volvocars website and try to spec your car, you will be lost of how much shit you can add and you just ask, what the heck am I going to buy if all these things are options and not standard?
UK company car drivers can save big with a Tesla. BIK rate is 0%. !!!! I will be richer by £400/ month when lockdown is over and I can swap out my Audi diesel for the Tesla M3 LR grey/White. I can’t wait 😁😁😁
"You can improve the things...and still have the "wrong" concept."........absolutely. Most Cars still have the wrong concept, especially in the interior.
Very good point about the base concept being the most important comparison to other manufacturers.
Danke dass du das Review ohne Handschuhe machst, dann kann man sich auch mal eine Stunde beschäftigen ohne auch noch bei einem Auto-Review an das leidige Thema erinnert zu werden..
hehe =) Wir haben natürlich auch unsere Vorsichtsmaßnahmen, aber wir wollen es auch nicht übertreiben...
So soll es sein ;-)
ASMR material. Solid review
thanks! Feel free to recommend :-)
What a cool car! Love the concept and I got to drive it a few times and its probably the best car I've ever driven. Shortly will replace my F30 with Model 3
Great video! College, entertaining, well filmed with good quality and an amazing car! Thanks
Nice review. One thing, you say it would be nice to be able to activate voice command from the steering wheel... You actually can do that. A longer press of the right hand steering wheel button is the same as tapping the microphone on the screen.
Very very good review 👍💚🌱
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Interesting car, inspite of all its flaws and positives, not something I will buy. Why?
1. No charging infrastructure in my living locality. Agree, not a problem of the manufacturer but the market itself is not mature enough, period.
2. Cost! This thing costs like a BMW 4 series or an Audi A5 but gives me a Honda or a Suzuki in terms of quality.
3. Batteries: I work in this field and I know a little bit about the extraction of minerals and its recycling. I am not fully convinced that it is the future of auto-motion. Better suited for early adopters. But, a step in the right direction.
4. Recuperation/Energy regen: Even my 3 series (3er) does recover energy if I let go of the accelerator (a car made in 2012 !) Tesla gains more, agreed but nothing that the ICE engines are wasting.
5. One touch screen for everything --> No thanks. The logic behind this is that in future, autonomous driving will take over and we will have all time on earth to play around. Until that happens, I prefer to have switches and knobs.
6. All those horror stories of Tesla repair costs, should something break and logical fallacies like in case of phone getting stolen (effectively car key is also gone!), easy hackability of the security system (not that other manufacturers are immune) but relying solely on digital methods isn't my cup of tea.
7. The whole idea behind Tesla is to provoke and intimidate conventional manufacturers to start thinking in this direction and I would say Tesla has succeeded in that to a great extent. Musk himself knows for sure that once the big players enter the EV world, his car will be just another competitor but his idea is not to be the market leader but to make disruptive technologies. Hats off to Musk for this effort in the right direction.
That was a very shaky road towards the end. You should have that in each review (perhaps you do) and call it out so that we can directly sort of compare the experience/camera shake, sound between vehicles if interested.
Best reviews on TH-cam. Thank you.
You can remove the aero wheel hubcaps.
Those hubcaps in the color of the body paint brings the design together. No other combo works nearly as well as that. It is the difference between one solid design or just a mix of various elements just thrown together.
Yes and purchase a wheel cap kit from Tesla to enhance the look of the wheels once the aero’s have been removed. Then the wheels not only look much better but you can go into the vehicle settings and choose the vehicle kit setting which then adjusts the predicted range values
Time index: 10:13 when he opens the centre console, what is the remote with the 4 buttons used for in the car?
Unless it is for a garage door remote, then I can understand lol? Otherwise, a good review on the car itself, I am thinking when I have the money saved, I would invest in a Tesla but am not sure which model I should go, for....
It's the remote for the CD changer of course hahahha 🌈
It appears that Model Y will come to Europe with the completion of Giga Berlin (source: Elon Musk's tweets). Let's hope the factory does not get delayed (by much).
@@DogsBAwesome Tesla Berlin is under construction right now?
@@nicholasfu5937 yes but three months ago there was a good chance of it being cancelled due to environmental issues.
@@DogsBAwesome there are 0 chances gigafactory are cancelled in Berlin, the German government basically beg Elon to build the factory in the country.
Ordered model 3 last week and on the way in 2 weeks time.
enjoy! and enjoy our review until that =)
Autogefühl thanks Thomas and I won’t have my model 3 till September 😂
Tesla is still at the top! ♻🔋👏💪🔝❤
Great test as always, i love the 2021 update but the wheels from the 2020 looked much better....
Thomas blue color is the best color👍
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Great video 👍
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Great review Thomas! I was looking forward to this one.
May i know about the battery life in Km and duration.
GO TO TESLA'S SITE FOR YOUR COUNTRY AND THEY'LL HAVE ALL THE STATS.
Not sure on the single large screen to control everything whilst driving. However MAN did it shift !
Fred in the Shed It’s very easy to use. You adapt quickly. My other car is a Cayenne with a zillion buttons. I don’t miss them all that much. It’s all about how well the layout is.
There are buttons and wheels on the steering wheel which handle the most common functions and also change with context so you can voice command and then use the wheels or buttons on the steering wheel to do the change. Any car with buttons and knobs feels way more distracting and confusing to the visual system by comparison. Like in a regular car you remember where a few knobs are that you use often but then all the clutter works against that habitual memory. Having controls at your fingertips and then the rest is less cluttered / more easily seen in a glance, is a bonus, not a hindrance.
You really don't need to control everything whilst driving. But the things you do are generally well thought out and easy. Teslas are probably the easiest cars in the world to drive and your kids will quickly show you how the touchscreen works!
Thomas blue💙
Once again, a perfect review, as always. Can someone tell me why smaller wheels are more comfortable than bigger ones? I thought that the bigger they are, the less they enter the potholes...
Robert N Because all things being equal, a smaller wheel will likely have a larger sidewall. The sidewall acts as a damping spring. Cushions the blow of the pothole.
Indeed as Joe says, more tyre dampening since u just have more rubber
@@joetacchino4470 What are the advantages of bigger wheels, then? Why are they on more expensive models?
@@robertn2951 simply they look cooler/ are more sporty than smaller wheels
designers just wanna put biggest wheels on because they look cooler. And often cool looks sells more vehicles than finding out later that it is an uncomfortable ride :) That's why we usually advise for wheel sizes that still look nice but still offer comfort. So not the smallest, but also not the biggest. However smallest rim size will always offer the best comfort. It's a look vs comfort trade-off
I’m still getting over 28:00 - 28:15
Like yo well explained views in such a relaxed manner~~covering all aspects of the tesla~~good or bad!!
Great review again, many thanks. So much better than the magazine reviews. Very good point about ride quality on bigger wheels. Our UK roads are full of potholes and getting worse by the year. Yet manufacturers/marketing insist on pushing ever larger and lower profile wheels. Fortunately I quite like the standard aero wheels on this car and 18" is already plenty big enough for a car of this proportion.
I also really appreciate an open minded critique of the minimalist high tech interior. A lot of people dismiss it as being "cheap" and have an irrational hatred of the iPad style touch interface. But I know now from two years driving a Model X (your review on that car was excellent too BTW) that it simply works much better than a traditional dash and allows way more flexibility in future software upgrades. But I'm also with you on the rather pointless centre console, especially with its gloss black finish. I think they could have done better there too.
Great video, thanks Thomas and Autogeful team!
What is the estimated range you got on average Autobahn real world driving? In terms of km or miles, wh/km or wh/mi?
Really depends on speed. 80-100 u can still do with the stated low figures
Best to check e.g. Nextmove channel, they tested all different autobahn speeds.
150wh/km at 110km/h, 20 degrees + outside. Close to 200wh/km at 130 km/h. In practice you can easily do 250-300km of motorway before pausing for recharging (so let’s say every 2 to 3 hours).
This car gives me good gefühl
Im so torn between a used S and a new 3. I would love to see a direct comparison by Thomas.
Interesting idea
A fantastic and comprehensive review, Thomas. Did you test the sound system of the Model 3? Your thoughts on it? Thank you for the amazing car reviews. Keep it up!
Thanks! Was OK, nothing special though
Interior design is like an old korean Daewoo but with glued modern screen 😊 Thanks for the good review!
cheers!
Or like modern super luxury house overlooking LA. That is also what it looks like. Modern super luxury is what it looks like. Mercedes interior looks like the leather sofa you would find in a poor neighborhood blinged-up by fans of rap music.
It seems like you have to take your eyes off the road a lot to use the interface screen. Some more buttons and knobs would be more safe.
Out Smiter definitely one of the safest. Low centre of gravity and no ice in the front makes it way more safer on impact.
Q J Perhaps, but having to look at the screen to find basic controls also means that impact is significantly more likely.
25:20 normal automatic? What does that mean? Did you mean a car with an old fashioned combustion engine? Those are NOT normal haha 💜
Really like your reviews. Amazing car, would love to drive it on holiday through Europe with the kids, but can’t help wondering about the trips to Ikea, the tip etc... And that suspension..hm.
I was also not sure about the cargo, but having been to Ikea recently I can confirm that with rear seats down I had no problem loading 180 cm long boxes. The model Y will be even better of course for that purpose. On long trips it’s the most relaxing car I ever drove. Kids sleep well!
@@flatprintemps4768 cheers! Yeah Y perhaps more versatile but quite big for European towns.
Tesla Model 3 is the best BMW 3-series you can buy!
Model 3 beats the M3 around a track! Model 3 is 5x more efficient. Model 3 should be solid for half a million miles or more. These cars are crazy value for the money...
It should have been a hatchback, much more practical for families or as an "only car". People need a versatile space- every so often we want to transport something bulky, or take the dog, or put a big baby buggy and some luggage in the back.
I would have preferred a hatchback too but there is still a large market for the traditional saloon layout too. Actually I think the reason Tesla probably chose to do the saloon first is because it is more aerodynamically efficient and this being a critical factor in the early stages of range limited electric cars. But the Model Y is probably the version for you and will be a bigger seller globally. Tesla are also still relatively production limited too, so there's not much pressure for them to make the most popular variants first. They are still working their way from top down in that respect.
What about door closing test?
Hallo. Danke für Dein Video. Ich bin immer noch unsicher, ob ich das Performance oder Long Range Model 3 kaufen soll....grrrrr. was meinst du/ihr? Gruss
Hi! Nicht performance weil felgen zu groß:) der hat ja keine adaptive federung, daher für besten komfort die kleineren aero felgen nehmen
Autogefühl Danke dir! :) Wie sieht es mit der Option Full Self Driving aus also würdest du die nehmen? Am Anfang war dieser Punkt eigentlich immer ganz klar für mich nämlich Ja muss ich haben. Aktuell bin ich mir da nicht mehr so sicher, ob es die 7k-8k wert sind. Gruss
Hi Thomas, tell me pls which one is better/quiter/more comfortable on deutsche autobahn - Model 3 or Model S
Thx in advance for answer, and kindly regards from Warsaw.
Hm, tough question. I ll soon have another updated Model S, maybe I can tell you more then
@@autogefuehl I can not wait :)
luv the 3, but luv luv luv the S.
Thomas, I love your reviews. You expressed some disappointment about the Model 3's suspension. Do these same comments carry over to the Performance version you reviewed previously? Or does the Performance sport suspension address your concerns?
Thanks man! The smaller the wheel size, the better the comfort!
@@autogefuehl Yes, thank you for your reply. Since the Performance model has larger wheels, do you feel that the suspension issues carry over to that model as well? Or does sport suspension in the Performance model solve some of the issues found in the LR-AWD model?
We can all admit the Tesla is awesome. But how about my guy's epic jawline?
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Fantastic review. I noticed you’re very tall and possibly better seats would be nice. I agree with air conditioning that I also prefer knobs for adjustment.
Joseph J I am taller than Thomas and do not have issues with the seats. They fit me well. But perhaps Thomas has longer legs? Also, climate control on auto doesn’t need to be adjusted often.
You simply press the button on the right side of the steering wheel, activating the voice control and say "change the temperature to 68 degrees" and it does so. No knobs necessary.
wrsilver Which takes longer than turning a dial. For me, the biggest issue is moving wiper control from the stalks to the screen. Being able to switch the wipers on to full speed instantaneously is safety critical. At present you can only do a single wipe by pressing the button on the stalk. Imagine passing a truck on the motorway and it throws up a lot of water from a puddle- you need to clear the screen straight away, and the last thing you want it to have to take one hand of the wheel and look at icons on a screen.
Was there sidewall damage on that front off-side tyre?
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Aside from the Musk hype and questionable built quality - this car is quite well engineered and constructed.
victor2krk no car is built perfect. Legacy auto manufacturers have been building cars for decades yet they still have quality control issues and constant recalls due to defects.
@@JAM_2024 'Legacy auto manufacturers' means nothing in the world of business. Tesla is also a legacy automaker if looked from let's say 'Rivian' perspective. Put that aside Tesla has a numerous number of recalls, fixes and updates. And that is OK. It is the overly hyped and crowded ElonMusk altar that is the problem. Same can't be said for Peugeot for example, Nissan, Toyota or even Mercedes (that has at least a dozen internet forums around the globe)
I agree there is a lot of hype surrounding Musk, but a) who cares? and b) the politics and corruption in the management of many large automotive manufacturers is far far worse. Look at recent Nissan, VW scandals. I'd rather buy a car from Tesla any day on that basis alone, plus their cars are much cooler and forward thinking
Sure, and you are supporting Donald Trump. That is definitely better.
Any plans for a Model Y review?
As soon as we can get it here
I'm not into electric cars yet, but but this is the only electric car I would buy (maybe Model Y for some extra space cause of the kids).
If only they could speed up the charging time to have full charge in less than 10 min, and not damaging the batteries in the process. Maybe next gen.
Believe me, if you have kids and drive long haul they’ll need a charging break that lasts longer than 10 minutes :). I think the supercharge pause (usually 20-25 min) is actually great for everyone on these occasions
I find in practice charging time is less of a big deal than you would first imagine. It's actually far more important to have home charging on a daily basis. Then you always have a full tank every morning and only have to charge while out on long trips
For me, Model 3 is like ready-made, canned food. It has its advantages, but it simply lacks the qualities that I would like to have if I drive a lot. In my eyes - cool experience car for a test, nice for daily short journeys, but far from an experienced carmaker when it comes to safety, comfort and complexity.
The issue of efficiency has yet to be proven. An electric car does not only exist while driving, but must be built and disposed of. And here the fun flips. It enriches the market and offers the potential to develop into something valuable, but it is currently still a long way from choosing one.
Brah , model 3 is currently the safest car in the world and has top tier comfort as well.
Is leatherette the same as PU leather? My various PU leather items age really badly after 5-10 years, with the plastic mesh that lies underneath the textured surface being exposed in high friction areas and stuff. It makes me worry about how these car seats might be in 30, 50 years when they become classic and then vintage cars. But maybe it's something better than PU leather?
Depends on quality grade and production process
Tesla uses leatherette from "ultrafabrics" (google it)...a very good synthetic material, also Jaguar Land Rover uses this in some of its vehicles.
Monsieur B. it will never replace good leather though. Leather wears and ages, but can be refinished, repaired, nourished and therefore maintained for decades. Synthetic leather simply cannot be restored in the same way- cracks cannot be filled, the surface cannot be re-dyed, it cannot be restored to its original suppleness if it starts to dry out and crack. Perhaps there will be an aftermarket leather option in time. I'd rather have a quality cloth than synthetic leather.
@@spencerwilton5831 Not convinced. The synthetic leather in my Model X is far nicer than the real leather in my 911 which creased up and cracked in less than 30k miles, despite all the fancy leather treatments. All I have to do to keep the Tesla interior looking good is use baby wipes to remove any marks. It may not ultimately last forever, but it's a lot less hassle than looking after real leather and actually feels softer and doesn't crease. Earlier Teslas actually did have real leather and it was pretty ropey too.
I want to know how it will compare to the VW ID.3.
we will tell you! Static so far: th-cam.com/video/op4HO6GHC8Q/w-d-xo.html
very nice test - as always!... but please explain how 300 miles equals 550 km?
thanks! "More than"
@@autogefuehl sure makes perfect sense now :-)... thanks. keep doing great job! love your show!
cheers keep tuning in =)