Thanks to Skibotnia, Ian, MrMoonX, Rune, and PKTV for pointing out that the standard carpet floor mats will be included in the M3 RWD for most markets outside the US going forward (Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and China confirmed). Thanks to Matt for pointing out the different range estimates that will be displayed based on the range standard. The ranges displayed in the video are the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) range estimates used in the US, while the rest of the world will use the European Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) standard. Thanks to SacAccountant for pointing out the importance of the price differences and recent price changes. The current price of the M3 LR in the US is $50,990 after the $1,000 price increase in November 2021, and the current price of the M3 RWD is $44,990 (currently $6,000 less than the LR) after multiple recent price increases in October and November 2021 from $39,990 to $41,990, then $41,990 to $43,990, then finally $43,990 to $44,990. Thanks to BIGKickz 23 for clarifying the rear heated seats and heated steering wheel for the RWD. So all M3 LR and M3 RWD going forward (November 2021 and beyond) are going to come standard with rear heated seats and heated steering wheel. For some M3 RWD owners who received their M3s in 2021, they'll have the heated steering wheel hardware installed and have the option to pay $300 to activate the heated steering wheel and rear heated seats as part of a software upgrade. And for most M3 RWD owners who received their M3s in early 2021 and before, the heated steering wheel hardware won't be there, but they'll still have the option to activate the rear heated seats for $300 as part of a software upgrade. Thanks to J P and Ian for pointing out how price differences between the M3 RWD and M3 LR will vary depending on which market you're in. For example, the price difference between the M3 RWD and the M3 LR in the US is currently $6,000 USD, but in Germany (Deutschland), the price difference between the M3 RWD and M3 LR is going to be significantly greater at 9000€ or ~$10,000 USD. In New Zealand, the price difference between the M3 RWD and M3 LR is also going to be significantly greater at NZ$ 16,000 or ~$10,785 USD, and the LR will not be eligible for New Zealand's Clean Car Discount. Thanks to Drone.Camera.Action for pointing out the environmental advantages that LFP batteries have over other lithium chemistries like NCA. On top of requiring less energy and costs to produce and recycle, LFP batteries use non-toxic materials and are less likely to negatively impact the environment if the battery is not recycled properly. Thanks to KrankyB for pointing out and providing detailed information on the environmental and humanitarian impacts the batteries have. Not only are the RWD LFP batteries more environmentally friendly and easier to recycle, but the nickel and cobalt used in the Long Range NCA batteries are more difficult to mine and often come from politically unstable regions of the world. As KrankyB states, this could be a significant deciding factor for those of us looking to move to an EV for environmental reasons. Thanks to Jehan, St eil, and Matti for pointing out that charging speeds should be referenced in kilowatts. I erroneously referenced the charging speeds in kilowatts an hour when it should have been kilowatts in the video. Thanks to Rune for pointing out that the M3s delivered in Norway and across Europe are going to come with the same onboard chargers and charge at the same rate regardless of trim. www.tesla.com/en_EU/support/home-charging-installation/onboard-charger Thanks to srspower for pointing out the different dynamic dynamics and how the RWD and its lighter weight makes it more fun to drive on certain roads. Much appreciated guys.
@@deny49676 So the RWD is going to be safer in the rare case the battery gets punctured/damaged thanks to the LFP battery chemistry but both are still good for your area
Sound system or quicker acceleration is not a deciding factor for most people specially when it comes to EVs. Considering that, the current price difference of 9k usd between SR and LR is not justified.
This is the best video I have seen comparing both Model 3 trims. Great job. I think a lot of it comes down to not which is better but what is better for each individual’s use case. We don’t drive more than 40 miles per day on average, and we charge at home. The occasional long trips we will take, I’ve already mapped out on Tesla‘s map and I see that there are plenty of charging stations along the way to support the RWD version. And regarding the stereo, I watched an online review that showed that even though the premium stereo is better, Tesla’s standard stereo is still head and shoulders above most other car manufacturers and certainly better than the car that we currently have. So we have no regrets having ordered the RWD and can’t wait to get it next month!
Thanks so much Kermit. Really appreciate the kind words and awesome to hear that you're getting your RWD soon! And that's a great point about each individual's use case. The general consensus seems to be go for the LR when you're on the fence between the two, but after going through all the differences and features, the RWD really does check all the boxes for a lot of us like in our cases
I’ve been considering a Tesla for the last month or so and have been watching an incredible amount of videos and I must say this is one of the best I’ve seen! Clear, concise, and presented very well
Initially I had a long range on order but ended up closing an LFP car because it has up to 3x the recharge life cycle that you didn’t mention and it’s no hassle 100% recharge plus it’s big safety battery feature is important. We find the Standard RWD LFP has more than enough acceleration for everyday driving and passing.
Very well done. I'm a 51-year -old normie and this was very informative. And while I usually don't like when music is played through the entire video, this wasn't bad. Good choice of music.
Great video as I've been debating between the RWD and LR models for our second Tesla. If I lived in a warmer climate it would be a no brainer, and I'd go with the RWD. Appreciate the thorough explanation on the differences between the two models, has to be the best video on this topic I've seen so far. Keep up the great work.
Thank you for this video. I’m getting RWD since I already have the long range model Y. I love the less battery degradation part of it. More Power to you
Only driving about 8k annually and doing a very rare 1k road trip the SR+ is more than enough. Weather and distances living in the UK with the premium price difference of £7k ( $9200 US) for the LR, I’ve definitely made the right choice. Money saved gets me a colour choice and tow hitch. Great video, thank you 🙏
Thanks so much. Great points and definitely makes sense. I'm ashamed to admit I haven't done a road trip in my M3 yet haha. But oh wow I just realized that the M3 owner's manual for the UK and other countries list towing and carrying capacity while the M3 owner's manual for the US says do not use M3 for towing. TIL. Thanks for that because I had no idea that towing for the M3 was made available by Tesla outside the US
Yes I came to the same conclusion we only need the rear wheel drive here in the UK and probably when I come to get one in a couple of years it will have a range of 300 miles and they should be limited to 100 per hour imagined insurance saving
Thanks for the video. I was debating on which model, I ended up going LR in blue w Aero wheels. Yeah, it was about $5k extra however better range, dual motors and AWD. Didn't want that feeling of regret later on, for me the extra money was justified. DD for me is early Feb
I literally had that exact same thought process. Also ordered the exact same color/specs 🤙🏽 hopefully I end up taking delivery on Sunday and you get yours earlier than the DD
Great video. Really well laid out. I find when it’s just a lot of numbers are thrown at me it’s hard to stay on top of it all, having the side by side comparison was really useful. Great summary as well. 👍
Thanks so much Moses. Yeah same here. I had a tough time deciding between the RWD and the LR before and that struggle was what sparked this video. Really glad to hear it was useful
Hey Daniel, yup you're gonna get the same interior quality and textures in both the LR and SR+, and things like the seats, dash, and doors are gonna look and feel exactly the same. Hope that helps!
Thank you for the comprehensive video! And thank you for indexing the video. It makes it so much easier to reference when I went back to watch it again!
Good video sir! I ordered the base model 3 last year and received it early May this year and I’m quite happy with it! I’ve been charging it for free ever since I’ve had it at public Volta chargers around the San Francisco Bay Area! I will super charge it on a trip to San Luis Obispo next month! I don’t need the speed of the long range yet I like the fact that my model has LFP battery, I never run out of juice driving around town! I know I’ve save a ton of money not having to get gas!
Thanks so much Ronald and awesome to hear! Love my M3 RWD and the gas savings especially these days, and great to see Volta expanding their charging network too!
Really enjoyed this video. I was debating for months on which version Model 3 I should buy. With the recent upgrade of the Standard+ to what is now called the RWD , I decided to go for the RWD. it is a no brainer for me as I don't do a huge amount of miles and the extra cost of the Long Range isn't justified in my case. Expecting delivery in March. I'm sure I made the right decision. Cheers from the UK. Subbed.
Thanks so much! Really glad to hear and same here. After researching and debating which version to get, the RWD seemed like the right choice for me too. No regrets and loving it so far
@@CasualTeslaFan I glad to hear the novelty hasn't worn off. I have owned many cars throughout the years and I am expecting the Tesla to be the best by far. Can't wait.
@@CasualTeslaFan I think my wife wants the car more than me. She wanted the white interior and I said it's not worth the extra cost. She thinks we are getting black. Unbeknownst to her I ordered the white.
Thanks Steve! And awesome to hear. Got my M3 right around the same time as you and love everything about it too. Def the best car I've ever owned so far
Interesting to see the standard doesn't have fog lights. I've been debating back and forth after watching prices drop on getting base Model 3 versus a used Long Range and that's definitely a point for it. I'd really love to see practical tests/advice on RWD vs AWD Tesla in snow/ice/rain, but I think at the end of the day, I'm just going to have to not compromise and try to get a M3LR used for a price I can afford (and hope it has FSD as well). Would be really cool if I could definitively find out, though, if RWD is fine for bad weather and hills since it would save me money (though I do admittedly like the extra range of M3LR).
I ordered the long range model for the AWD. Snow can be quite an issue where I live, and even if the roads are cleared, it still can be a tricky proposition to get up my driveway. It's good to hear that the long range batteries perform better in cold weather.
Very nice and makes sense. I had to drive my RWD while it was snowing a few weeks ago and even though nothing happened, I would have definitely had more peace of mind with AWD
Since we own two Tesla's I am impressed by my wife 2022 LFP battery. Her newer battery does way better on a day to day basis. Even in a hard cold winter. When she drove to work, and parked outside the hospital for her 12 to14 shift as a nurse, she lost, at most, 2%. But she charges to 100% as we sleep. I would go LFP . I ordered a 2022 LR, but I would prefer the LFP. I have a 2021 SR+ and have seen range lose from 263 new to 248. Rather large lose. By this analysis, this new battery will so much better
Thanks for sharing your experience Ken! Really good to know and I also had a similar experience this winter with my M3. Definitely a fan of the charging to 100% without worrying about range loss and I would prefer LFP too. It'll be interesting to see if Tesla brings the LFPs over to their other trims and models soon
@@CasualTeslaFan I agree with you 100%, but I think Telsa is considering performance on the more expensive models. My wife's 2022 has a half second slower acceleration time. For her, this means little. She can pass without any issues. I have to admit, I do like the passing power on the few occasions when someone tires to speed up to stop me from passing. That has only happened maybe three times in the last year, but I think the LFP would do fine. My hope is since the price of nickel has gone up so much, Telsa may push out the LFP to the LR, at least. My goal for the car is not racing stop lights with HP cars. I would like a point A to B goal with less charge times. I guess we will see in time.
@@ken90004 Great points and definitely. I was talking about how much quicker the LR is over the RWD with someone else the other day, but that I didn't really feel much of a difference between them driving how I normally would and that both were still fun to drive. And yeah it looks like we may see a SR MY with LFP coming out of Giga Texas soon and would make sense for them to start pushing out more LFP models to cut costs and increase their margins
@@CasualTeslaFan well i picked up 2023 M3 RWD , there are door lights but no foot lights , and no speaker covers in the back just plain board with child latches ,sound system is amazing .fun to drive wish they had awd , but during those price slashes there rwd and performance .
Would like to see a 'real world' mileage/range comparison. RWD is lighter, and slightly more efficient; you can charge up to 100%, but it has a smaller battery, charges slower, and battery pre-conditioning is less efficient (relies on heat from its one motor vs. two in LR). So in the end, which gives you the most range and the shortest time charging on a trip, uses the fewest watt-hours, and therefore has the least cost ????
Great video for comparison! I definitely would up for the long range without a doubt! As a matter fact, I am expecting mine in about two weeks. Thank you for the video!
Thanks so much Rob! Awesome to hear and I definitely agree. Both awesome cars but I think you just gotta for the long range if you're on the fence between the two.
7:30 actually that's not true about he base model in Australia they provide nice floor mats with all models. including base. Maybe its just the American verison that doesn't
Gotcha and yeah I think so. I like the latest updates Tesla made so far like the new Ryzen chip and the lithium 12v battery and I can't really see Tesla lowering their prices anytime soon. Probably could get a good trade-in/sell value for your civic too. Which M3 you thinkin about getting?
So i got model y LR already but im thinking about rwd m3 you think the rwd will give you the same fill close to the Y and you think is fast enough or I should go for the m3 LR
@@20051max Nice yeah your MY LR and the M3 LR are definitely gonna feel faster and have more pull, but I think the RWD is still fast enough. The MY LR and M3 LR gave me that wow feeling when I slammed the gas, but for regular everyday driving I didn't feel like there was that much of a difference and still love driving my RWD
Hey Azam, yup I think Maryland temps have been fine for the LFP battery so far. I did notice some slower charging and less regen braking when we had days close to or below freezing, but no major differences and love the fact that I can precondition/heat up the car from the house before I head out. I've only gone out a couple times when it was snowing, but it still handles and accelerates great. The fact that it was RWD kept popping up in my head when I was speeding up on the highway, but I feel more confident pushing it a bit more during the winter now haha
@@CasualTeslaFan thanks for the thorough answer. Baltimore doesn't always do the best about plowing the roads so wanted to make sure RWD was sufficient for a 5 mile city commute. Thanks!
Informative video! Ordered a 2022 M3 SR. Budget-friendly, allowing me to get the EV rebate in my state. I don't enjoy long road-trips, work mostly from home so paying +$6K for LR didn't make sense for me. LFP battery info was great!
Happy I found your comparison video of the 2022 models, very clear and comprehensive. I originally ordered the Long Range model but ended up editing my order for the base model after watching your video. It looks like your Model 3 has tinted windows. If so, would you mind sharing the % of tint you went with? Thanks!
Great video! Thank you. I am considering between RWD 559km and LR 681km. I am in Thailand (hot weather 30c+ whole year) and rarely go road trip. Cost is 7k usd difference. Which would you buy as an experienced Tesla owner?
Thanks Thanadee! And that's awesome to hear. Hmm it's a tough decision but I think the RWD would be a great fit for you since it doesn't sound like you need the AWD or the longer range. The LR is definitely faster, but I still have a lot of fun driving my RWD!
Great video! I’m so glad you included the sound system comparison because I’ve driven both the Model 3 RWD and Model 3 Long Range and the audio system in the long range is wayyy better. Do you know how to calculate the cost to charge at home??
Thanks Ayon! Yeah def agree. The LR audio system sounded so good. And yup the Tesla app has a cool charge stats section now where you can see the kWh charged at home and the estimated cost based on your state's average price per kWh. I also like to check the exact numbers too so I check my electricity bills to see the average price per kWh I paid over a year which was around ~$0.16 then multiply that with whatever kWh I charged to figure out the charging costs.
Had the LR a few months now. Glad I got it I've gone a couple days where I needed it and you actually get about 50 miles less range than advertised. You don't want to be stuck in traffic or snow freaking out because you don't have that reassurance.
@@CasualTeslaFan if you live in predominantly warm climates then the RWD would be adequate 95% of the time I'd say. I live in the Great white north so AWD is essential for daily life.
@@user-dd1bb4tw4r Ah yeah definitely makes sense. I was just talking to someone about AWD the other day and they said it was illegal to ride without winter tires during the winter where they live and that AWD was essential for them too
Hey Johnny, sure thing I'll do my best to explain Tesla AutoPilot and Full Self-Driving which you can get on both the RWD and the Long Range. AutoPilot - Included for all Teslas built after October 2016. So both the RWD and Long Range Tesla Model 3s are gonna come standard with AutoPilot and won't cost you extra. What AutoPilot is able to do for you is after you turn it on is keep you in your lane and speed up or slow down automatically for you based on the cars around you. So AutoPilot won't change lanes or turn for you, but it's able to keep you in the same lane the whole time and automatically stop and go with the cars around you. It's not complete self-driving, but it's a cool feature I use a lot on the highway or in rush hour traffic. Full Self-Driving - Full Self-Driving is what people are thinking of when they're thinking of Teslas driving on their own and doing everything for you. It costs $12,000 extra when you buy a Tesla or $199.00 a month if you decide to go the subscription route. We're talking auto lane change, autopark, being able to come to wherever you are, and the other things a car can do when it can drive itself. The only catch is that it's still under development and not real full self-driving where it's able to drive on its own while you sleep or look at your phone. For both AutoPilot and Full Self-Driving, you still have to pay attention and keep your hands on the wheel to be ready to takeover at any time. Here's a link to Tesla's webpage that goes more in depth into both AutoPilot and Full Self-Driving but yeah hope that helps and always feel free to ask more questions! www.tesla.com/support/autopilot
Thanks. I have a week old model 3 RWD 2022 delivered to Norway from China. I charge it at home with 11KW. So maybe the china factory don't dial down the charging at home? Can comfirm no fog lights. It has the same floor mats as a long range.
Thanks Rune and awesome to hear. And I think I found the link for the different onboard chargers for Norway here and you're right. www.tesla.com/no_NO/support/home-charging-installation/onboard-charger It looks like the same onboard charger is used for all M3s across Europe too. www.tesla.com/en_EU/support/home-charging-installation/onboard-charger I'll make sure to add that info in the pinned comment. Thanks again for pointing that out Rune!
We only do about 10K miles per year and have been driving a 2019 Kia Niro EX EV (range 260-270) for three years and already knew the Model 3 RWD would be our next car. We ordered in August of 2021 before the price increases and turned down the first VIN# in late December and then got our delivery on March 18, 2022. Tesla honored the August 2021 ordered price and we got our blue 2022 RWD with all the upgrades (heated steering wheel, all heated seats, LFP battery, lithium-ion 12 volt, Ryzen chip, etc) and we are super happy with our new car and its advanced tech and wonderful phone app. We have a level 2 Juicebox Pro at home and my spouse gets free charging at work and we maintain the battery at or near 100% on a daily basis. We did consider other EVs including the Kia EV 6 but we knew Tesla's charging network was much larger and would be much more reliable than other EV charge stations so it really was a no-brainer. Additionally, we don't need to use a third party app to plan routes which was a bit of pain with the Kia. The ability to know where your next charging session would be and how many were available and working makes life so much simpler living with an EV. Thanks for this video because until I saw it I didn't realize all of our seats were heated.
Thanks for sharing your experience Brian. That's great info and really interesting to see how different the charging experience is with other EVs. Hopefully we see some improvements to the charging infrastructure sooner than later because Tesla's charging network really is convenient and reliable. And awesome to hear that you were able to lock in the price and get all the latest upgrades. Great timing especially with the latest price hikes
@brianmatisin7719 how you were add upgrades to your order. I ordered online last week and did not see any options to add the upgrades that you mentioned espacially heated steering wheel and all heated seats.
Hey Iskander, it's gonna be white headlights for both. The orange lights you see for the RWD in the video are just the orange sidemarker lights on the bottom where the fog lights would be if the RWD came with fog lights. The Long Range has them too but it's harder to see because of the fog lights. Hope that helps!
Great question. The heat pump definitely helps and Tesla makes it really easy to precondition and warm the battery before charging. You probably will see a slightly bigger hit to range and charging times for the LFP batteries in below freezing temps compared to the NCA batteries and need more time for preconditioning, but as long as you properly precondition and warm up the battery, both batteries should be fine for most of us in cold weather.
I can’t decide between the two… I need help I honestly might go on a road once ever my other year. Plies the SR has better battery life. What would you say?
Hey Jacob, yeah it's a tough choice and I'll do my best to help. So the general consensus seems to be go for the LR if you're on the fence between the two since people usually don't regret getting the LR over the SR, but some people regret getting the SR over the LR. But it does sound like the SR may cover everything you need so far. How do you feel about the following? - Speed and Performance - Do you need speed? (SR is good, but LR is significantly faster and quicker to accelerate) - AWD - Do you live in a place that gets a lot of rain and snow? - Sound System - Do you listen to a lot of music? (SR sound system is good, but LR's is significantly better) Those seem to be the top 3 factors after range and price that people consider and might help with your decision.
Thanks Alex! And the DIY kit that a lot of RWD owners have recommended is the one at this link: www.hautopart.com/product/tesla-model3-sr-premium-audio-upgrade/
Hey Shane, both versions are gonna come with a 20 foot cable, 120v adapter, and an adapter for non-Tesla chargers (J1772). Here's also a link to a great page breaking it all down along with all the optional adapters that are available. Hope that helps! - www.tesla.com/support/home-charging-installation/mobile-connector
@@shanemignogna5133 Nice! That's gonna be a sweet upgrade. And thanks had no idea previous models used to come with a 240v adapter. Feels a little cheap to not include those anymore but love my M3 so can't complain haha
I live in Canada, not the coldest location possible but with the new battery I am more inclined to get the longe range as it has the better battery for the cold and it's AWD
Definitely makes sense. I'm further down south in the US and I've already noticed some issues with the LFP battery performance on some of the days the temps dropped below freezing
I would buy the model 3 long range. It looks like the tesla company is performing well , and they are making a profit which gives me even more confidence in tesla, so i am considering buying a tesla model 3 long range.
In Canada, went with Rear Wheel drive version as it's 15K CAD difference as of June 2022. That's a lot! And you can't normally charge the dual motor one to 100 percent, and I think in that case, the range isn't a huge difference. Weather is definitely a factor as it's cold here but as a daily driver who needs 100 kms in total, it'll do the job. Have a MY dual motor as a lease so that may be my winter daily and I give the wife the 3 😏
Haha very nice! And most definitely. Charging to 100% really is an underrated benefit of the RWD and the RWD is still fast enough to put a smile on my face so hopefully your wife likes it too!
1ST! :) Great videos btw. your vids are helping me decide on the RWD or the LR. I'll be honest, I'm still torn between the two. I did reserve my RWD but man.... that 4.2 0-60 makes me drool.
I’m debating whether I should get the sr or lr model 3. I don’t live in snowy conditions so not having awd won’t be an issue, my work commute is less than 10 minutes so range doesn’t matter and I don’t really speed so that mph difference won’t bother me. I guess my real question would be is 67 more miles worth it for my kind of situation?
Hey Andy, so the general consensus seems to be to go for the LR when on the fence since no one regrets getting the LR over the RWD while some have regretted getting the RWD over the LR. But in your situation, I think the RWD will definitely cover everything you need. Most LR users seem to charge to a max of 80% to 90% usually, and coupled with the range loss, the range of a LR charged to that amount will probably be similar to the range of a RWD charged to 100% after a few years or so. And even though I felt the significant speed and acceleration difference between the RWD and LR, I still love my RWD and enjoy driving it every time. Hope that helps!
Great point. There may be some who bought the LR and realized the SR was sufficient, but I don't think I've ever seen anyone regret getting the LR over the SR so far.
excellent review especially on battery types, very informational. Question: in an extremely cold winter climate in a country like Canada where the subzero temp. can exist for many days at a time, LFP battery poses a severe disadvantage over NCA or not ?
Thanks so much Chieu! And yeah definitely gonna see a dip in range and performance along with significantly slower charging in below freezing temps, but as long as you precondition (warm) the battery before driving and charging, it should be fine. The NCA battery is going to be affected by below freezing temps too, but the main thing is to never charge a cold LFP or NCA battery to avoid damage and Tesla makes that easy with the ability to precondition or warm the car from the app before heading out or charging. Hope that helps!
You forgot to mention how the base car would be more fun to drive. It's lighter and has rear wheel drive, much more fun to throw around some A roads in the UK.
I wish. My M3 and the other M3 in the video still have the old Intel chips and batteries. Haven't seen the new chips and batteries in action yet, but hoping to check them out in a MY soon
I’m due to receive my LR in March. I had to formally accept a slight range loss against original spec due to the increased power consumption from the new chip, so yep, it’s coming in the 2022 model. Along with the Li battery.
Thanks so much for pointing this out Skibotnia. I should have done more research on the floor mats because it looks like most late 2021 and beyond M3 RWD outside the US (Europe, Australia, and China) are now being delivered with the standard carpet floor and frunk mats. Will def credit you in the pinned comment to let others know.
Great Video. I’m a Tesla fan for life. Just sold my two 2018 RWDs and am awaiting delivery of two new AWD 2022s Is it true that I can now charge to 100% daily?
Thanks and same here! And awesome to hear. The charging to 100% daily doesn't apply to all of their models yet and it's only recommended for all of their RWD models sold after November 2021 with the LFP battery chemistry. But we might see them release a Model Y version that can be charged to 100% daily soon!
I ordered the standard 3 because it 'makes sense'. But I really want the dual motor long range. And for only $6K more it seems like a no brainer. I appreciate any comments from those who own either. TIA
Hey Brian, another commenter David said something I think might help those of us on the fence between the LR and RWD (SR). "Nobody ever got the LR and later had buyer’s remorse for not getting the SR". I've seen some folks regret getting the RWD over the LR, but I don't think I've seen someone regret getting the LR over the RWD yet. Hope that helps!
I listened to another podcast (can't remember it) but it stated that the 2022 Long Range Model 3 was going to get a Ryzen processor over the previous Intel atom processor? Have you heard anything on that?
Hey Jim, yup that's right and it looks like some folks have already started accepting delivery of 3's and Y's with the new Ryzen chips and 12V Li-Ion batteries. Planning on ordering a LR M3?
@@CasualTeslaFan We ordered a Model 3 LR on Jan 6th and have an expected arrival date of Feb 15th to March 15th, so hopefully our model 3 LR (we live in California) will come with the new Processor and new batteries.
LR gets rear heated seats standard. RWD you need to spend additional $300 to get them software unlocked. Also would’ve been nice to talk about the price difference. In the past there was a bigger price difference between RWD and LR. Now it’s much closer like only $6K USD difference
Thanks Andre. Yeah like BIGKickz 23 said below, all RWDs going forward are gonna come with the heated rear seats and steering wheel, but I definitely should have talked about the price difference like you said, especially with price playing a huge factor in most of our decisions. Will definitely include more price info in the pinned comment and in future comparison videos.
Bought a SR+ and was given a Performance loaner. Aside from the quick launches, which are already quick enough with the regular for most cases anyway, I don't see much of a point. What stuck with me was the fact that I consumed about as much battery on my commute as my LFP driving about the same. I currently exceed the EPA estimate on my LFP in the current -2C - 3C temps we're getting as of late and speeding, with most of my commute being highway. I wish I could say the same about our Cooper SE (60KM range loss). Tesla's got the battery and thermal management sorted, while BMW has the premium touches.
Thanks for sharing your experience Alex. That's exactly how I felt when I drove my M3 RWD against the M3 Long Range. And yeah even though Tesla has a lot more competition these days, it does seem like they still have a nice lead with their batteries and development
This video is by far most in-depth comparison video I have come across so far. My wallet said SR but my heart wants LR. However it is only for my wife to do school runs which is roughly only 15 km. I guess LR is a bit over kill for my use but I love the speed of the dual motors. The difference is $28k NZD.
Thanks Angelo. Same here. I loved the speed and acceleration of the LR, but the SR had everything I needed and was 10k USD less when I ordered mine. Hopefully can get a MS or MX plaid someday haha
I think M3 and MYs without radars started early 2021? But yeah I think it's too early to tell if going with a camera-based system without radar was the right choice or not
I was told yesterday at a Tesla dealership that the RWD version did not come with LFP batteries. That was only temporary last year and thay all now come with NCA batteries? Who is right???
Hey A10boy, not sure why they said it was temporary, but Tesla is shipping all their M3 RWDs worldwide with the LFP battery chemistry going forward which they started doing last year around Nov. 2021. I think they need to train their front line employees a little better because I also had a similar experience when I picked up my RWD with LFP. I asked about the LFP batteries and they had no idea what I was talking about. Hope that helps!
Lolllll yeah I had no idea I would get so many viewers outside of the US when I started out. Actually working on a video on the differences between the long range Model 3 and Y now and doing my best to include metric figures in that video and all future videos
I live in Sacramento California so seeing that the iron batteries perform better in higher temperatures is a draw to me. You mentioned a lot how they suffer in colder temperatures but never really mention how the two batteries compare in hot temps. It got up to 115 degrees last summer!
Very true and great point. I forgot the actual numbers, but the iron batteries would be safer and less likely to combust at higher temps or if God forbid the battery cells were ever punctured
Thanks to Skibotnia, Ian, MrMoonX, Rune, and PKTV for pointing out that the standard carpet floor mats will be included in the M3 RWD for most markets outside the US going forward (Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and China confirmed).
Thanks to Matt for pointing out the different range estimates that will be displayed based on the range standard. The ranges displayed in the video are the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) range estimates used in the US, while the rest of the world will use the European Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) standard.
Thanks to SacAccountant for pointing out the importance of the price differences and recent price changes. The current price of the M3 LR in the US is $50,990 after the $1,000 price increase in November 2021, and the current price of the M3 RWD is $44,990 (currently $6,000 less than the LR) after multiple recent price increases in October and November 2021 from $39,990 to $41,990, then $41,990 to $43,990, then finally $43,990 to $44,990.
Thanks to BIGKickz 23 for clarifying the rear heated seats and heated steering wheel for the RWD. So all M3 LR and M3 RWD going forward (November 2021 and beyond) are going to come standard with rear heated seats and heated steering wheel. For some M3 RWD owners who received their M3s in 2021, they'll have the heated steering wheel hardware installed and have the option to pay $300 to activate the heated steering wheel and rear heated seats as part of a software upgrade. And for most M3 RWD owners who received their M3s in early 2021 and before, the heated steering wheel hardware won't be there, but they'll still have the option to activate the rear heated seats for $300 as part of a software upgrade.
Thanks to J P and Ian for pointing out how price differences between the M3 RWD and M3 LR will vary depending on which market you're in. For example, the price difference between the M3 RWD and the M3 LR in the US is currently $6,000 USD, but in Germany (Deutschland), the price difference between the M3 RWD and M3 LR is going to be significantly greater at 9000€ or ~$10,000 USD. In New Zealand, the price difference between the M3 RWD and M3 LR is also going to be significantly greater at NZ$ 16,000 or ~$10,785 USD, and the LR will not be eligible for New Zealand's Clean Car Discount.
Thanks to Drone.Camera.Action for pointing out the environmental advantages that LFP batteries have over other lithium chemistries like NCA. On top of requiring less energy and costs to produce and recycle, LFP batteries use non-toxic materials and are less likely to negatively impact the environment if the battery is not recycled properly.
Thanks to KrankyB for pointing out and providing detailed information on the environmental and humanitarian impacts the batteries have. Not only are the RWD LFP batteries more environmentally friendly and easier to recycle, but the nickel and cobalt used in the Long Range NCA batteries are more difficult to mine and often come from politically unstable regions of the world. As KrankyB states, this could be a significant deciding factor for those of us looking to move to an EV for environmental reasons.
Thanks to Jehan, St eil, and Matti for pointing out that charging speeds should be referenced in kilowatts. I erroneously referenced the charging speeds in kilowatts an hour when it should have been kilowatts in the video.
Thanks to Rune for pointing out that the M3s delivered in Norway and across Europe are going to come with the same onboard chargers and charge at the same rate regardless of trim. www.tesla.com/en_EU/support/home-charging-installation/onboard-charger
Thanks to srspower for pointing out the different dynamic dynamics and how the RWD and its lighter weight makes it more fun to drive on certain roads.
Much appreciated guys.
Great video what about the sound system is it same in 2022 LR.vs SR.
@@hammadali-fl1nx Thanks Hammad. And the 2022 LR sound system is definitely gonna be better with 5 more speakers, an extra amp, and a subwoofer.
I live in a scorch desert like area which would be better the LR?
@@deny49676 So the RWD is going to be safer in the rare case the battery gets punctured/damaged thanks to the LFP battery chemistry but both are still good for your area
Sound system or quicker acceleration is not a deciding factor for most people specially when it comes to EVs. Considering that, the current price difference of 9k usd between SR and LR is not justified.
This is the best video I have seen comparing both Model 3 trims. Great job. I think a lot of it comes down to not which is better but what is better for each individual’s use case. We don’t drive more than 40 miles per day on average, and we charge at home. The occasional long trips we will take, I’ve already mapped out on Tesla‘s map and I see that there are plenty of charging stations along the way to support the RWD version. And regarding the stereo, I watched an online review that showed that even though the premium stereo is better, Tesla’s standard stereo is still head and shoulders above most other car manufacturers and certainly better than the car that we currently have. So we have no regrets having ordered the RWD and can’t wait to get it next month!
Thanks so much Kermit. Really appreciate the kind words and awesome to hear that you're getting your RWD soon! And that's a great point about each individual's use case. The general consensus seems to be go for the LR when you're on the fence between the two, but after going through all the differences and features, the RWD really does check all the boxes for a lot of us like in our cases
Agree
How you like it so far? Just ordered the RWD!! Cant wait to get it!
I’ve been considering a Tesla for the last month or so and have been watching an incredible amount of videos and I must say this is one of the best I’ve seen! Clear, concise, and presented very well
Thanks so much Colin! Much appreciated
Initially I had a long range on order but ended up closing an LFP car because it has up to 3x the recharge life cycle that you didn’t mention and it’s no hassle 100% recharge plus it’s big safety battery feature is important. We find the Standard RWD LFP has more than enough acceleration for everyday driving and passing.
Very nice Terry. Great points and I agree. Even though the LR is faster, the RWD is still quick and perfect for our everyday needs too
He did mention that lol
It must have cost you $250 to change the order. Which I personally think is a rip off.
@@dickmick5517 no you don’t lose the deposit 99% of the time.
@@hayden8693 Well they kept my money. That I am sure of!
The absolute most detailed and info packed comparison. Thank you! Definitely going with a used 2022 Long Range.
You cannot imagine how much you cleared up my mind on which model to get! Thanks! Clearly gonna get long range way over RWD!
Awesome! Glad the video was able to help!
Very well done. I'm a 51-year -old normie and this was very informative. And while I usually don't like when music is played through the entire video, this wasn't bad. Good choice of music.
Thanks so much Brad! Much appreciated
Great video as I've been debating between the RWD and LR models for our second Tesla. If I lived in a warmer climate it would be a no brainer, and I'd go with the RWD. Appreciate the thorough explanation on the differences between the two models, has to be the best video on this topic I've seen so far. Keep up the great work.
Thanks so much! Really appreciate the kind words and support!
Great video. Straight to the point. No unnecessary fillers. Well done.
Thanks so much Chancy!
Thank you for this video. I’m getting RWD since I already have the long range model Y. I love the less battery degradation part of it. More
Power to you
That's awesome Wiju. Yeah I think the LFP battery is really an underrated feature of the RWD and would love to see that option on the Y soon
I already got the long-range before watching this, but this just made me happier about my purchase lol. Thanks for the info man! Nice video!
Thanks so much David! Awesome to hear and the long range M3 is a sweet ride for sure!
Only driving about 8k annually and doing a very rare 1k road trip the SR+ is more than enough. Weather and distances living in the UK with the premium price difference of £7k ( $9200 US) for the LR, I’ve definitely made the right choice. Money saved gets me a colour choice and tow hitch. Great video, thank you 🙏
Thanks so much. Great points and definitely makes sense. I'm ashamed to admit I haven't done a road trip in my M3 yet haha. But oh wow I just realized that the M3 owner's manual for the UK and other countries list towing and carrying capacity while the M3 owner's manual for the US says do not use M3 for towing. TIL. Thanks for that because I had no idea that towing for the M3 was made available by Tesla outside the US
Yes I came to the same conclusion we only need the rear wheel drive here in the UK and probably when I come to get one in a couple of years it will have a range of 300 miles and they should be limited to 100 per hour imagined insurance saving
Thanks for the video. I was debating on which model, I ended up going LR in blue w Aero wheels. Yeah, it was about $5k extra however better range, dual motors and AWD. Didn't want that feeling of regret later on, for me the extra money was justified. DD for me is early Feb
Thanks for sharing your experience Joe! Great points and I really liked the blue and black combo too
@@CasualTeslaFan I failed to mention better sound system and a few other perks as well
@@joehch For sure. The sound system in the LR is so good
I literally had that exact same thought process. Also ordered the exact same color/specs 🤙🏽 hopefully I end up taking delivery on Sunday and you get yours earlier than the DD
@@prodbyswanks Hi, my status on APP currently reads "we're building your car" Hopeful to get it very soon. Ordered in late October. Can't wait!
Great video. Really well laid out.
I find when it’s just a lot of numbers are thrown at me it’s hard to stay on top of it all, having the side by side comparison was really useful.
Great summary as well.
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Thanks so much Moses. Yeah same here. I had a tough time deciding between the RWD and the LR before and that struggle was what sparked this video. Really glad to hear it was useful
Lots more differences that I didn’t know, prior to ordering my M3 AWD. Just waiting for my delivery day. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for watching! And awesome to hear. Gonna be a sweettt ride
Is the general interior quality is superior in the LR or the SR+ is the same Leather seats dash/Doors textures?
Hey Daniel, yup you're gonna get the same interior quality and textures in both the LR and SR+, and things like the seats, dash, and doors are gonna look and feel exactly the same. Hope that helps!
Thank you for the comprehensive video! And thank you for indexing the video. It makes it so much easier to reference when I went back to watch it again!
Thanks Brian and awesome to hear!
Ordered a Model 3 RWD yesterday
Expected delivery in June
Good video sir! I ordered the base model 3 last year and received it early May this year and I’m quite happy with it! I’ve been charging it for free ever since I’ve had it at public Volta chargers around the San Francisco Bay Area! I will super charge it on a trip to San Luis Obispo next month! I don’t need the speed of the long range yet I like the fact that my model has LFP battery, I never run out of juice driving around town! I know I’ve save a ton of money not having to get gas!
Thanks so much Ronald and awesome to hear! Love my M3 RWD and the gas savings especially these days, and great to see Volta expanding their charging network too!
Really enjoyed this video. I was debating for months on which version Model 3 I should buy. With the recent upgrade of the Standard+ to what is now called the RWD , I decided to go for the RWD. it is a no brainer for me as I don't do a huge amount of miles and the extra cost of the Long Range isn't justified in my case. Expecting delivery in March. I'm sure I made the right decision. Cheers from the UK. Subbed.
Thanks so much! Really glad to hear and same here. After researching and debating which version to get, the RWD seemed like the right choice for me too. No regrets and loving it so far
@@CasualTeslaFan I glad to hear the novelty hasn't worn off. I have owned many cars throughout the years and I am expecting the Tesla to be the best by far. Can't wait.
@@railvlogger1439 Yeah the driving experience really is just fantastic. Really happy my wife approved and we decided to buy haha
@@CasualTeslaFan I think my wife wants the car more than me. She wanted the white interior and I said it's not worth the extra cost. She thinks we are getting black. Unbeknownst to her I ordered the white.
@@railvlogger1439 Lolll that's brilliant! Gonna be such a nice surprise when you pick it up and she sees the seat color
I almost bought a RWD not knowing what huge differences there were. Thanks for this video.
Nice glad it helped!
I have the 2021 Model 3 SR + (had it since September 2021) and I love everything about it.
Good Informative video!
Thanks Steve! And awesome to hear. Got my M3 right around the same time as you and love everything about it too. Def the best car I've ever owned so far
Friend just bought Long Range...Loves it! His first TSLA.
Hell yeah that's awesome!
Interesting to see the standard doesn't have fog lights. I've been debating back and forth after watching prices drop on getting base Model 3 versus a used Long Range and that's definitely a point for it. I'd really love to see practical tests/advice on RWD vs AWD Tesla in snow/ice/rain, but I think at the end of the day, I'm just going to have to not compromise and try to get a M3LR used for a price I can afford (and hope it has FSD as well). Would be really cool if I could definitively find out, though, if RWD is fine for bad weather and hills since it would save me money (though I do admittedly like the extra range of M3LR).
2024 and exactly the infos that I've been searching for. THX
I ordered the long range model for the AWD. Snow can be quite an issue where I live, and even if the roads are cleared, it still can be a tricky proposition to get up my driveway. It's good to hear that the long range batteries perform better in cold weather.
Very nice and makes sense. I had to drive my RWD while it was snowing a few weeks ago and even though nothing happened, I would have definitely had more peace of mind with AWD
Since we own two Tesla's I am impressed by my wife 2022 LFP battery. Her newer battery does way better on a day to day basis. Even in a hard cold winter. When she drove to work, and parked outside the hospital for her 12 to14 shift as a nurse, she lost, at most, 2%. But she charges to 100% as we sleep. I would go LFP . I ordered a 2022 LR, but I would prefer the LFP.
I have a 2021 SR+ and have seen range lose from 263 new to 248. Rather large lose. By this analysis, this new battery will so much better
Thanks for sharing your experience Ken! Really good to know and I also had a similar experience this winter with my M3. Definitely a fan of the charging to 100% without worrying about range loss and I would prefer LFP too. It'll be interesting to see if Tesla brings the LFPs over to their other trims and models soon
@@CasualTeslaFan I agree with you 100%, but I think Telsa is considering performance on the more expensive models. My wife's 2022 has a half second slower acceleration time. For her, this means little. She can pass without any issues.
I have to admit, I do like the passing power on the few occasions when someone tires to speed up to stop me from passing. That has only happened maybe three times in the last year, but I think the LFP would do fine.
My hope is since the price of nickel has gone up so much, Telsa may push out the LFP to the LR, at least. My goal for the car is not racing stop lights with HP cars. I would like a point A to B goal with less charge times.
I guess we will see in time.
@@ken90004 Great points and definitely. I was talking about how much quicker the LR is over the RWD with someone else the other day, but that I didn't really feel much of a difference between them driving how I normally would and that both were still fun to drive. And yeah it looks like we may see a SR MY with LFP coming out of Giga Texas soon and would make sense for them to start pushing out more LFP models to cut costs and increase their margins
are we able to install aftermarket door lights and floor lights for m3 rwd ?
Hey Reg, yup it's possible but definitely takes a bit of work from what I've seen wiring the lights to power for the RWD
@@CasualTeslaFan well i picked up 2023 M3 RWD , there are door lights but no foot lights , and no speaker covers in the back just plain board with child latches ,sound system is amazing .fun to drive wish they had awd , but during those price slashes there rwd and performance .
I know im late to this video, but this was very informative.
I just got ride of my rv and an F250 and got a model 3 long range. It gets here in June/July hopefully sooner and I’ve never been more happier.
Hell yeah that's awesome Jason! Hope your M3 gets delivered sooner and it's gonna be a sweet ride
Great video, thank you. Can you do the same for 2020 and 2021 model 3s?
Thanks a lot for the this comparison video! It was exactly the info I was looking for (especially the sound system) :)
Awesome to hear Amyn!
Does the frunk has the same size?
Yup same size frunk!
Would like to see a 'real world' mileage/range comparison. RWD is lighter, and slightly more efficient; you can charge up to 100%, but it has a smaller battery, charges slower, and battery pre-conditioning is less efficient (relies on heat from its one motor vs. two in LR). So in the end, which gives you the most range and the shortest time charging on a trip, uses the fewest watt-hours, and therefore has the least cost ????
I ordered the long range white on white. Won’t get it until June. Beat the last price increase. Good review!
Thanks Tominftl! Great order timing and awesome to hear. Hope they're able to deliver your LR sooner than projected!
Great video for comparison! I definitely would up for the long range without a doubt! As a matter fact, I am expecting mine in about two weeks. Thank you for the video!
Thanks so much Rob! Awesome to hear and I definitely agree. Both awesome cars but I think you just gotta for the long range if you're on the fence between the two.
7:30 actually that's not true about he base model in Australia they provide nice floor mats with all models. including base. Maybe its just the American verison that doesn't
Thanks PK. Will make sure to add that and credit you in the pinned comment
I got 2018 civic you think is good move to buy Tesla m3 this year or should I wait
Gotcha and yeah I think so. I like the latest updates Tesla made so far like the new Ryzen chip and the lithium 12v battery and I can't really see Tesla lowering their prices anytime soon. Probably could get a good trade-in/sell value for your civic too. Which M3 you thinkin about getting?
So i got model y LR already but im thinking about rwd m3 you think the rwd will give you the same fill close to the Y and you think is fast enough or I should go for the m3 LR
@@20051max Nice yeah your MY LR and the M3 LR are definitely gonna feel faster and have more pull, but I think the RWD is still fast enough. The MY LR and M3 LR gave me that wow feeling when I slammed the gas, but for regular everyday driving I didn't feel like there was that much of a difference and still love driving my RWD
Very informative, thank you. 👍
Do you feel like Maryland temperatures are friendly to the LFP battery? How does the RWD handle in the east coast winters?
Hey Azam, yup I think Maryland temps have been fine for the LFP battery so far. I did notice some slower charging and less regen braking when we had days close to or below freezing, but no major differences and love the fact that I can precondition/heat up the car from the house before I head out. I've only gone out a couple times when it was snowing, but it still handles and accelerates great. The fact that it was RWD kept popping up in my head when I was speeding up on the highway, but I feel more confident pushing it a bit more during the winter now haha
@@CasualTeslaFan thanks for the thorough answer. Baltimore doesn't always do the best about plowing the roads so wanted to make sure RWD was sufficient for a 5 mile city commute. Thanks!
@@azamhusain9753 Ahh gotcha yeah absolutely. Anytime!
Informative video! Ordered a 2022 M3 SR. Budget-friendly, allowing me to get the EV rebate in my state. I don't enjoy long road-trips, work mostly from home so paying +$6K for LR didn't make sense for me. LFP battery info was great!
Thanks so much Mia! And def makes sense and I was thinking the same things when I ordered mine
We very happy with our m3 sr+. We have had it since June 2021. Zero complaints.
Happy I found your comparison video of the 2022 models, very clear and comprehensive. I originally ordered the Long Range model but ended up editing my order for the base model after watching your video. It looks like your Model 3 has tinted windows. If so, would you mind sharing the % of tint you went with? Thanks!
Thanks so much James! Awesome to hear that the video was able to help. And sure thing, I went 35% all the way around except for the front windshield
@@CasualTeslaFan Appreciate it! :)
Thank you, this was really helpful! Much appreciated, great job.
Thank you Keegan! Glad it was helpful!
Great video! Thank you.
I am considering between RWD 559km and LR 681km. I am in Thailand (hot weather 30c+ whole year) and rarely go road trip. Cost is 7k usd difference. Which would you buy as an experienced Tesla owner?
Thanks Thanadee! And that's awesome to hear. Hmm it's a tough decision but I think the RWD would be a great fit for you since it doesn't sound like you need the AWD or the longer range. The LR is definitely faster, but I still have a lot of fun driving my RWD!
Great video! I’m so glad you included the sound system comparison because I’ve driven both the Model 3 RWD and Model 3 Long Range and the audio system in the long range is wayyy better. Do you know how to calculate the cost to charge at home??
Thanks Ayon! Yeah def agree. The LR audio system sounded so good. And yup the Tesla app has a cool charge stats section now where you can see the kWh charged at home and the estimated cost based on your state's average price per kWh. I also like to check the exact numbers too so I check my electricity bills to see the average price per kWh I paid over a year which was around ~$0.16 then multiply that with whatever kWh I charged to figure out the charging costs.
@@CasualTeslaFan how many kWh to charge a Model 3 LR from let’s say 10% to 90% ?
@@ayonahmed965 Should be right around 65 or 66 kWh for a new M3 LR
Had the LR a few months now. Glad I got it I've gone a couple days where I needed it and you actually get about 50 miles less range than advertised. You don't want to be stuck in traffic or snow freaking out because you don't have that reassurance.
Very true. You never know what's going to happen and would be a nightmare running out of juice and being stuck in a snowstorm
@@CasualTeslaFan if you live in predominantly warm climates then the RWD would be adequate 95% of the time I'd say. I live in the Great white north so AWD is essential for daily life.
@@user-dd1bb4tw4r Ah yeah definitely makes sense. I was just talking to someone about AWD the other day and they said it was illegal to ride without winter tires during the winter where they live and that AWD was essential for them too
So can you get the self driving mode on these two options? It’s the only thing you didn’t cover I’m new to Tesla trying to learn
Hey Johnny, sure thing I'll do my best to explain Tesla AutoPilot and Full Self-Driving which you can get on both the RWD and the Long Range.
AutoPilot
- Included for all Teslas built after October 2016. So both the RWD and Long Range Tesla Model 3s are gonna come standard with AutoPilot and won't cost you extra. What AutoPilot is able to do for you is after you turn it on is keep you in your lane and speed up or slow down automatically for you based on the cars around you. So AutoPilot won't change lanes or turn for you, but it's able to keep you in the same lane the whole time and automatically stop and go with the cars around you. It's not complete self-driving, but it's a cool feature I use a lot on the highway or in rush hour traffic.
Full Self-Driving
- Full Self-Driving is what people are thinking of when they're thinking of Teslas driving on their own and doing everything for you. It costs $12,000 extra when you buy a Tesla or $199.00 a month if you decide to go the subscription route. We're talking auto lane change, autopark, being able to come to wherever you are, and the other things a car can do when it can drive itself. The only catch is that it's still under development and not real full self-driving where it's able to drive on its own while you sleep or look at your phone. For both AutoPilot and Full Self-Driving, you still have to pay attention and keep your hands on the wheel to be ready to takeover at any time.
Here's a link to Tesla's webpage that goes more in depth into both AutoPilot and Full Self-Driving but yeah hope that helps and always feel free to ask more questions! www.tesla.com/support/autopilot
Thanks. I have a week old model 3 RWD 2022 delivered to Norway from China. I charge it at home with 11KW. So maybe the china factory don't dial down the charging at home? Can comfirm no fog lights. It has the same floor mats as a long range.
Thanks Rune and awesome to hear. And I think I found the link for the different onboard chargers for Norway here and you're right. www.tesla.com/no_NO/support/home-charging-installation/onboard-charger
It looks like the same onboard charger is used for all M3s across Europe too. www.tesla.com/en_EU/support/home-charging-installation/onboard-charger
I'll make sure to add that info in the pinned comment. Thanks again for pointing that out Rune!
We only do about 10K miles per year and have been driving a 2019 Kia Niro EX EV (range 260-270) for three years and already knew the Model 3 RWD would be our next car. We ordered in August of 2021 before the price increases and turned down the first VIN# in late December and then got our delivery on March 18, 2022. Tesla honored the August 2021 ordered price and we got our blue 2022 RWD with all the upgrades (heated steering wheel, all heated seats, LFP battery, lithium-ion 12 volt, Ryzen chip, etc) and we are super happy with our new car and its advanced tech and wonderful phone app. We have a level 2 Juicebox Pro at home and my spouse gets free charging at work and we maintain the battery at or near 100% on a daily basis. We did consider other EVs including the Kia EV 6 but we knew Tesla's charging network was much larger and would be much more reliable than other EV charge stations so it really was a no-brainer. Additionally, we don't need to use a third party app to plan routes which was a bit of pain with the Kia. The ability to know where your next charging session would be and how many were available and working makes life so much simpler living with an EV. Thanks for this video because until I saw it I didn't realize all of our seats were heated.
Thanks for sharing your experience Brian. That's great info and really interesting to see how different the charging experience is with other EVs. Hopefully we see some improvements to the charging infrastructure sooner than later because Tesla's charging network really is convenient and reliable. And awesome to hear that you were able to lock in the price and get all the latest upgrades. Great timing especially with the latest price hikes
@brianmatisin7719 how you were add upgrades to your order. I ordered online last week and did not see any options to add the upgrades that you mentioned espacially heated steering wheel and all heated seats.
I ordered a Model 3 LR three weeks ago and it’s suppose to be delivered May 18 and I’m praying it will come sooner….it’s my Bornday month. 😁
Very niceee. Awesome to hear and hopefully they're able to deliver your M3 sooner!
Dude this is so good. I love this video. Content and presentation are great!
Thanks so much Nick! Awesome to hear and really appreciate it 🙏
does RWD come with orange headlights and Long Range with White headlights? or is it white headlights for both?
Hey Iskander, it's gonna be white headlights for both. The orange lights you see for the RWD in the video are just the orange sidemarker lights on the bottom where the fog lights would be if the RWD came with fog lights. The Long Range has them too but it's harder to see because of the fog lights. Hope that helps!
Wouldn’t the heat pump take care of the cold weather issue in both battery types?
Great question. The heat pump definitely helps and Tesla makes it really easy to precondition and warm the battery before charging. You probably will see a slightly bigger hit to range and charging times for the LFP batteries in below freezing temps compared to the NCA batteries and need more time for preconditioning, but as long as you properly precondition and warm up the battery, both batteries should be fine for most of us in cold weather.
I can’t decide between the two… I need help I honestly might go on a road once ever my other year. Plies the SR has better battery life. What would you say?
Hey Jacob, yeah it's a tough choice and I'll do my best to help. So the general consensus seems to be go for the LR if you're on the fence between the two since people usually don't regret getting the LR over the SR, but some people regret getting the SR over the LR. But it does sound like the SR may cover everything you need so far. How do you feel about the following?
- Speed and Performance - Do you need speed? (SR is good, but LR is significantly faster and quicker to accelerate)
- AWD - Do you live in a place that gets a lot of rain and snow?
- Sound System - Do you listen to a lot of music? (SR sound system is good, but LR's is significantly better)
Those seem to be the top 3 factors after range and price that people consider and might help with your decision.
Thanks for the video. I ended up changing my order from base to long range model.
No problem. Glad it was able to help. Did your delivery date change a lot when you changed the order?
Great video! What is the DIY kit that you referred to in the video to enable the additional speakers for the SR+ or RWD model? Thanks!
Thanks Alex! And the DIY kit that a lot of RWD owners have recommended is the one at this link: www.hautopart.com/product/tesla-model3-sr-premium-audio-upgrade/
Considered both and decided to treat myself to the long range Model 3
Very niceee. The long range M3 really is a fun ride
What charging cable and attachments (120v vs 240v and an adapter for non-Tesla chargers) come with each version?
Hey Shane, both versions are gonna come with a 20 foot cable, 120v adapter, and an adapter for non-Tesla chargers (J1772).
Here's also a link to a great page breaking it all down along with all the optional adapters that are available. Hope that helps! - www.tesla.com/support/home-charging-installation/mobile-connector
@@CasualTeslaFan Thanks! I'm trading in a 2019 RWD for a 2022 LR. I'm going to try and keep the 240v adapter that came with my 2019 RWD.
@@shanemignogna5133 Nice! That's gonna be a sweet upgrade. And thanks had no idea previous models used to come with a 240v adapter. Feels a little cheap to not include those anymore but love my M3 so can't complain haha
I live in Canada, not the coldest location possible but with the new battery I am more inclined to get the longe range as it has the better battery for the cold and it's AWD
Definitely makes sense. I'm further down south in the US and I've already noticed some issues with the LFP battery performance on some of the days the temps dropped below freezing
Most helpful video on this topic spec4spec EVER!!!
Thanks Shaylen!
Looking into getting the 2022 model 3. Thanks for the review
Nicee and no problem. Thanks for watching 🙏
Thanks for the video. It’s really informative and helpful. like the tables.
Thanks so much Chenxi!
Based on the cold climate I live in and higher miles, I would choose the LRM3. Great video!!!
Thanks Hoss! Much appreciated. Def makes sense and the AWD is gonna come in handy for sure
I would buy the model 3 long range. It looks like the tesla company is performing well , and they are making a profit which gives me even more confidence in tesla, so i am considering buying a tesla model 3 long range.
Great point Santill. It really does feel like they're stepping up their game and getting better with their quality assurance too
@@CasualTeslaFan Yes for sure.
Do rich owner by a model 3 rwd?
In Canada, went with Rear Wheel drive version as it's 15K CAD difference as of June 2022. That's a lot! And you can't normally charge the dual motor one to 100 percent, and I think in that case, the range isn't a huge difference. Weather is definitely a factor as it's cold here but as a daily driver who needs 100 kms in total, it'll do the job. Have a MY dual motor as a lease so that may be my winter daily and I give the wife the 3 😏
Haha very nice! And most definitely. Charging to 100% really is an underrated benefit of the RWD and the RWD is still fast enough to put a smile on my face so hopefully your wife likes it too!
1ST! :) Great videos btw. your vids are helping me decide on the RWD or the LR. I'll be honest, I'm still torn between the two. I did reserve my RWD but man.... that 4.2 0-60 makes me drool.
Thanks Reginald! Glad they were able to help and lolll for sure. Love my RWD but whew, flooring the gas pedal on the LR was something else
I’m debating whether I should get the sr or lr model 3. I don’t live in snowy conditions so not having awd won’t be an issue, my work commute is less than 10 minutes so range doesn’t matter and I don’t really speed so that mph difference won’t bother me. I guess my real question would be is 67 more miles worth it for my kind of situation?
Hey Andy, so the general consensus seems to be to go for the LR when on the fence since no one regrets getting the LR over the RWD while some have regretted getting the RWD over the LR. But in your situation, I think the RWD will definitely cover everything you need. Most LR users seem to charge to a max of 80% to 90% usually, and coupled with the range loss, the range of a LR charged to that amount will probably be similar to the range of a RWD charged to 100% after a few years or so. And even though I felt the significant speed and acceleration difference between the RWD and LR, I still love my RWD and enjoy driving it every time. Hope that helps!
Nobody ever got the LR and later had buyer’s remorse for not getting the SR.
Great point. There may be some who bought the LR and realized the SR was sufficient, but I don't think I've ever seen anyone regret getting the LR over the SR so far.
Awesome video! Been wanting to see all differences in one place. Not even at the Tesla dealership (went to two) it is explained so well. Nice work.
Thanks so much Luis! Really appreciate the kind words 🙏
Power seats and lumbar on both sides?
Nope we still get power seats but no more lumbar on the front passenger side. And we still get power seats and lumbar for the driver
excellent review especially on battery types, very informational.
Question: in an extremely cold winter climate in a country like Canada where the subzero temp. can exist for many days at a time, LFP battery poses a severe disadvantage over NCA or not ?
Thanks so much Chieu! And yeah definitely gonna see a dip in range and performance along with significantly slower charging in below freezing temps, but as long as you precondition (warm) the battery before driving and charging, it should be fine. The NCA battery is going to be affected by below freezing temps too, but the main thing is to never charge a cold LFP or NCA battery to avoid damage and Tesla makes that easy with the ability to precondition or warm the car from the app before heading out or charging. Hope that helps!
Very nice & informative video!
Thanks so much!
i really want an lfp model y. being able to charge to 100% daily is a gamechanger
For sure same here. Would love to see them release it to the public soon
You forgot to mention how the base car would be more fun to drive. It's lighter and has rear wheel drive, much more fun to throw around some A roads in the UK.
Great point. Thanks. I'll make sure to add that in the pinned comment so others are aware
Do these have Ryzen processor and new low voltage 15.5V lithium battery? Thanks 👍
I wish. My M3 and the other M3 in the video still have the old Intel chips and batteries. Haven't seen the new chips and batteries in action yet, but hoping to check them out in a MY soon
I’m due to receive my LR in March. I had to formally accept a slight range loss against original spec due to the increased power consumption from the new chip, so yep, it’s coming in the 2022 model. Along with the Li battery.
@@lmyersify Thanks Imyersify! That's great news. Did they mention how much of a range loss by any chance?
@@CasualTeslaFan from memory it was around 12km for the LR.
@@lmyersify Gotcha thanks!
Thank You, Excellent and very detailed comparison. Very helpful
Thanks so much for the kind words! Really appreciate it 🙏
Can u confirm that floor mat thing. If UK get floormats, meaby every european model 3 rwd delivery with mats?
Thanks so much for pointing this out Skibotnia. I should have done more research on the floor mats because it looks like most late 2021 and beyond M3 RWD outside the US (Europe, Australia, and China) are now being delivered with the standard carpet floor and frunk mats. Will def credit you in the pinned comment to let others know.
Excellent video
i'm buying the RWD. the "lesser" sound system is my main concern... i really hope it won't disappoint
Nice, yeah let me know what you think of the sound system when you get your M3. Also, very cool TH-cam name btw.
Great Video. I’m a Tesla fan for life. Just sold my two 2018 RWDs and am awaiting delivery of two new AWD 2022s
Is it true that I can now charge to 100% daily?
Thanks and same here! And awesome to hear. The charging to 100% daily doesn't apply to all of their models yet and it's only recommended for all of their RWD models sold after November 2021 with the LFP battery chemistry. But we might see them release a Model Y version that can be charged to 100% daily soon!
@@CasualTeslaFan thanks for the info. That’s so cool. I’m excited to charge them all the way
Needed this. Thanks
No problem!
great video, subscribed
Thanks so much. Much appreciated 🙏
I ordered the standard 3 because it 'makes sense'. But I really want the dual motor long range. And for only $6K more it seems like a no brainer. I appreciate any comments from those who own either. TIA
Hey Brian, another commenter David said something I think might help those of us on the fence between the LR and RWD (SR). "Nobody ever got the LR and later had buyer’s remorse for not getting the SR". I've seen some folks regret getting the RWD over the LR, but I don't think I've seen someone regret getting the LR over the RWD yet. Hope that helps!
@@CasualTeslaFan I just changed my order to the dual motor long range! Now I'm happy!😁
@@brianfarley4372 Niceee awesome to hear! Gonna be a sweet ride
I listened to another podcast (can't remember it) but it stated that the 2022 Long Range Model 3 was going to get a Ryzen processor over the previous Intel atom processor? Have you heard anything on that?
Hey Jim, yup that's right and it looks like some folks have already started accepting delivery of 3's and Y's with the new Ryzen chips and 12V Li-Ion batteries. Planning on ordering a LR M3?
@@CasualTeslaFan We ordered a Model 3 LR on Jan 6th and have an expected arrival date of Feb 15th to March 15th, so hopefully our model 3 LR (we live in California) will come with the new Processor and new batteries.
@@jimholloway1785 Very nice. Yeah fingers crossed and hope you get it. Would have loved to get that new speedy processor
Very informative video,thanks.
Thanks Roberto!
LR gets rear heated seats standard. RWD you need to spend additional $300 to get them software unlocked. Also would’ve been nice to talk about the price difference. In the past there was a bigger price difference between RWD and LR. Now it’s much closer like only $6K USD difference
All new rwd will come with heated rear seats and wheel standard from nov 2021 and beyond anything before will still have to pay
Thanks Andre. Yeah like BIGKickz 23 said below, all RWDs going forward are gonna come with the heated rear seats and steering wheel, but I definitely should have talked about the price difference like you said, especially with price playing a huge factor in most of our decisions. Will definitely include more price info in the pinned comment and in future comparison videos.
Thanks for clarifying man.
Great video thanks.
Thanks Lee!
Awesome video! I will be getting the Model 3 RWD on June.
Thanks Gabriel and awesome to hear! Love my RWD
great comparison video
Thank you sir! Much appreciated 🙏
Nice stats! Great info to help decision making easier. I would go with the LR. Can you do a video comparing the model 3 LR vs model Y LR?
Thanks Kaushik! And for sure that's a great idea. Hoping to get an extended look at a MY LR soon and will def do a comparison between those two.
@@CasualTeslaFan thanks! Looking forward to it. Excited to see how the new model y with structural battery pack & 4680 cells compare with model 3 LR.
@@kaushikchincholikar1763 For sure!
Great content
That‘s so helpful!! Thank you!!
Thanks Carlos!
Bought a SR+ and was given a Performance loaner.
Aside from the quick launches, which are already quick enough with the regular for most cases anyway, I don't see much of a point.
What stuck with me was the fact that I consumed about as much battery on my commute as my LFP driving about the same. I currently exceed the EPA estimate on my LFP in the current -2C - 3C temps we're getting as of late and speeding, with most of my commute being highway. I wish I could say the same about our Cooper SE (60KM range loss).
Tesla's got the battery and thermal management sorted, while BMW has the premium touches.
Thanks for sharing your experience Alex. That's exactly how I felt when I drove my M3 RWD against the M3 Long Range. And yeah even though Tesla has a lot more competition these days, it does seem like they still have a nice lead with their batteries and development
Great video man! 👍🏼 Thanks for making my decision much easier!
No problem! Glad it was helpful!
This video is by far most in-depth comparison video I have come across so far. My wallet said SR but my heart wants LR. However it is only for my wife to do school runs which is roughly only 15 km. I guess LR is a bit over kill for my use but I love the speed of the dual motors. The difference is $28k NZD.
Thanks Angelo. Same here. I loved the speed and acceleration of the LR, but the SR had everything I needed and was 10k USD less when I ordered mine. Hopefully can get a MS or MX plaid someday haha
you forgot to mention the 2022 model 3 doesn't come with radars. is autopilot driving being compromised?
I think M3 and MYs without radars started early 2021? But yeah I think it's too early to tell if going with a camera-based system without radar was the right choice or not
I was told yesterday at a Tesla dealership that the RWD version did not come with LFP batteries. That was only temporary last year and thay all now come with NCA batteries? Who is right???
Hey A10boy, not sure why they said it was temporary, but Tesla is shipping all their M3 RWDs worldwide with the LFP battery chemistry going forward which they started doing last year around Nov. 2021. I think they need to train their front line employees a little better because I also had a similar experience when I picked up my RWD with LFP. I asked about the LFP batteries and they had no idea what I was talking about. Hope that helps!
Ever heard of the metric system?
Lolllll yeah I had no idea I would get so many viewers outside of the US when I started out. Actually working on a video on the differences between the long range Model 3 and Y now and doing my best to include metric figures in that video and all future videos
I live in Sacramento California so seeing that the iron batteries perform better in higher temperatures is a draw to me. You mentioned a lot how they suffer in colder temperatures but never really mention how the two batteries compare in hot temps. It got up to 115 degrees last summer!
Very true and great point. I forgot the actual numbers, but the iron batteries would be safer and less likely to combust at higher temps or if God forbid the battery cells were ever punctured