2024 Tesla Model 3 FIRST DRIVE - Short Australian Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 มิ.ย. 2024
- I finally had a chance to drive the new Model 3 at Tesla Mulgrave here in Australia, and there's lots to talk about ! Now, for context, they only gave me the car for an hour, so I had a lot to film and experience in such a short amount of time-but hopefully you still find this short review useful.
For anyone that's ordered one, this video will be sure to get you excited ! Please subscribe and I'll be sure to bring you more on this car in future.
Will I be ordering one? Not at this stage, as the Model Y is too perfect for us right now given with just had a baby. But if my Tesla stock does well, maybe this could be our second car!
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00:00 Intro
00:25 Interior
00:50 Stalks
01:50 Small details
02:57 Exterior
03:34 Driving
05:12 Final thoughts
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I really love this new type of review/video, it gets straight to the point, the editing is amazing, the camera angles are great, this is by far the best Highland Model 3 review I have seen so far. Been here since the start mate, this is the start of something great!🥂Awesome job as always
Thank you mate !! 🥹 That means a lot ! I only had the car for just over an 1hr, filming by myself, so I was a bit pressed for time ! But glad it came across well and looking forward to doing more videos on this car in the future. Thanks again !
Yes, quick, but in depth review. Waiting for the Ludicrous to drop. 😂
Thanks. Clear and to the point. Short review told me everything i wanted to know about the highlander without 30 mins of waffling on.
Exactly
@@_nosikeuzoma1456unfortunately not yet
If I can put these seats in my current Model 3, I'd be a very happy man 😂😂
they need a retrofit badddd
1:06 keeps your hands on the wheel (then left hand leaves steering wheel)😄
I was able to do a test drive about two weeks ago, highly echo the sentiments you have made about the highland. definitely love the update!
Great review mate, looks like a stunning new iteration ❤❤❤
man you are a great reviewer of cars. you mention all the necessary points whilst omitting all the unnecessary ones.. love your videos
Great review Ryan, thanks ! Got me thinking of an update but think I’ll wait for bidirectional charging to be added to M3
Awesome review Ryan - you content is always brilliantly honest and thoughtful - thank you 🙏
Thank you ! 🙏
The USA does not generally have roundabouts . I imagine indicating on them when turning will be a problem as the lack of a stalk means you have to find the button on a wheel that is no longer where it was in a turn .... and quickly
Not really. I drove my new M3 Highland for 4 days and i can tell you that it's not that complicated at all. You can easily turn the "exit" indicator if you find the right time in which the driving wheel is in a good position.
Just indicate when approaching the roundabout? No need to do it while you're turning. That said, I'm sure I can try and replicate some tricky situations in my next video.
I test drove one and in all honesty it took less than 60seconds to be automatically using the buttons. I also found that with the gear shift done via the screen there was no chance of mixing up indicator and gear shift as I still occasionally do in my Y. It's a great update, so much so that I am ordering in the next day or so. If an almost 70 year old can adjust so easily, I'm sure you would too.
Yeah, the issue is when you exit a tight roundabout. Buttons are clearly awkward and inferior in that regard. I think Tesla saved money and produced something less driver-focused. There’s a reason BMW, Mercedes and co have rejected that solution. Otherwise, apart from no accurate parking sensors, it’s a lovely car.
@@RyanCowanIn some states you need to indicate when leaving a roundabout
Great review as always Ryan. I test drove one in NZ and fell in love with it and like you I was use to the indicators within 15mins of driving it and now I prefer it. I have sold my 2023 Model 3 to purchase the new Highland so just waiting for it to arrive now. Keep up the good reviews I really enjoy watching your videos they are always so informative, honest and light hearted. Thanks
Congrats !! And thank you ☺️ Very excited for you to get your new Model 3 !
If Tesla was responding to customer feedback when updating the model 3, I'm pretty sure nobody asked for the stalks to be removed. And you don't need to take your hands off the wheel when using an indicator stalk, even when the wheel is turned.
Yeah it’s most likely a cost / simplification thing for manufacturing. The best part is no part as they would say.
This was such a good review! So well edited, great music and audio. You’ve gone a long way 🤩 so excited to get mine, black with black interior. Still no update on the delivery date just says Jan-March sadly
Thank you ! And congrats on your new 3 arriving soon hopefully-very excited for you !
love your videos Ryan . Great mini review.
Thanks !
Hey love you’re channel great content, just a quick question what is the ground clearance like it looks low in the video and my concern would be scraping on some of the steep driveways around
1:23 you can change gear near the emergency button as well above your rear view mirror you don't need to use the touch screen if you dont' want to.
Not the most convenient position to have it in the ceiling though. I think it's just for emergencies if the screen fails.
Great video!
Another epic video! 🤌🏼🔥
Good review. Im still not sold on the indicators. How do you "exit out" of a roundabout when the steering wheel is upside down? and what if your changing cars every now and again, that brain remapping is going to get hard.
Excellent review and video summary
Thank you
My favorite colour! Blue with white seats 😍
It looks great in the sunshine but when it's overcast or in the shadows I think it looks terrible, especially the blue/black contrast with the trim
Looks great! Think I'll still wait for the Model Y Juniper update.
I have been in this car and i can not explain how good it is just go in one and idk how to explain how good it is ! Waiting for it to come in the model y 😂
Best Model 3 review to date, he addresses the facts without unnecessary complaints. Keep up the good work!
Thank you ! It was honestly impossible not to be hyped and positive about this car, they've done an amazing job
I love the rear of the new Model 3, the front lights I'm not quite a fan of yet. I do like the improvements but still wished there were gear stocks.
Somehow I had missed the cover for the cup holders. That’s a nice touch. Though I’d never use it as it’s important to hydrate. 😉
Lee, you've commented on the least interesting thing about this car 😂 Tell me what you're really excited for?
Great review mate, simple, well made and to the point!
I would've purchased this car if I wasn't in need of a practical family vehicle.
Looks great in the blue with those wheels too!
Thanks mate ! Appreciate it. And same with us-if we didn't need the bigger size of the Model Y, we'd def consider the new 3.
My first EV. Patiently waiting for my VIN/ETA 😬. Thanks for the video!
Can’t wait to see the performance version, this makes the old model 3 look really dated.
Absolutley love this First Drive Review mate. So good. I am so so tempted :)
If the Model Y comes out with these updates soon, I may have to just order one.
I was in Melbourne for the last 3 days with work and My Brother was using my Model 3. I think I have him sold 😂
Thanks mate !! I agree, put these updates in the Model Y and it would be impossible to resist 😂 Good job converting your brother as well !!
Thanks for the awesome review. Yes, the Tesla's are just a Computer on Wheels. I just recently purchased the 2023 Model Y LR and really enjoy it. I preferred getting the hatchback style Model Y. I didn't want to wait for the Juniper model Y soon to come out in 2024 though it also should be very nice. Tesla keeps minimizing the physical driver controls and move them into the Display screen for control. I find allot of features I can just use Voice control to activate many of them in my Model Y.
Only thing I wish they would make voice control is turn signals. Might make it nicer with the newer models with no stalks.
Thanks Ryan. Great review. As an oldie, but someone who is still very tech savvy, I've been very worried about the lack of stalks for. the indicators and gear shift compared to my recent MY RWD, i had until October. It was a 2023 model but unfortunately, I was involved in a serious accident through no fault of my own and I lost my ride. The only downside I had really with the MY was the overly harsh suspension. I think you've put many of my fears to bed with this review so just have to wait for the new MY Juniper due sometime next year.
Thanks for the comment ! Glad you enjoyed the video and sorry to hear about the accident. I agree, the firm suspension on our RWDMY is not good enough when compared to other brands in the segment. Looking forward to an updated MY in future.
You're the best!
Is there any big issues/difference with the cancellation of the USS feature? Would u think it is manageable /safe to do parkings especially in tight spaces? I heard a lot of negative response from Tesla users. Cheers!
I didnt see any short Australians, but thanks!
Great review.. also they have gear buttons just next to the rear view mirror on the roof panel 🙃
Yeah just for emergencies
1:04 "It keep your hands on the wheel" - while taking hand off wheel 😀 Great video though - I have a 2021 blue Model 3 and damn... Looks like I'm going blue again next time.
😂🤦♂️ Not sure what my editing brain was thinking when I put that clip in !! Thanks for watching mate, and yes the blue looked great !
I'm not sure if I like the idea of indicators on the steering wheel. How did you go finding them while the wheel is turned or in the process of turning, like when you're on a roundabout?
Wasn't an issue during my first drive, but will test it more next time !
Hopefully that hard ride has been sorted out too. This looks very fresh and neat.
It has 😁 Much better suspension, feels like driving a German car
@@RyanCowan wow! That's very good to hear.
I've ordered mine and can't wait to get behind the wheel!
Congrats ! You'll love it. Such a beautiful car, both to drive and look at !
@@RyanCowan Thanks mate! I'm sure I will. It's going to be quite a revolutionary experience for me.
Very comprehensive well presented /edited review, well done! Highland bound to be a big hit in Australia.
Thank you !! ☺ and yeah, I reckon they'll sell like hotcakes ! Best EV you can buy in Australia in my opinion.
Sude, seriously. Excellent review.
Thanks !
Bro this is honestly the best Model 3 review I’ve ever seen! Short & sweet. Cool music and excellent editing. And last but not least… FINALLY someone who doesn’t whine about the lack of stalks or HUD!!!
Thank you mate ! Really appreciate it. Absolutely love what Tesla have done with this update 🙌
Its really beautiful and so good in performance en driving and yeah you have to change your nicest for themishing indicator stocks.😀
Cool review.
One issue I saw with the indicators is if you have your thumb bandaged you can't use the indicators lol.
Me too 😁
@@RyanCowan the bandage seemed overkill though lol
@ryan hows the model 3 rwd 9 speakers w/o subs performed as compared to your model Y 14speakers with subs?
Sound system is great in the new 3 .. but our Y's is also very good ! 😂 So in summary, not a big difference between the two.
Is the turning radius smaller?
This is my colour on order. It’s such a beautiful colour. I’m excited to get it. I even checked out Daylesford Charging on the weekend but only one charger is working.
I wanted those wheels but couldn’t afford the 1800$
Oh dude, congrats !! Are you local to Daylesford? Was that the Hepburn charger?
dark blue color would be better for this car some different lightinings from cam angle in this video you can see
2:40 the Uber friendly door release 😜
hahaha yep !
Hi Ryan. Were you able to confirm this updated model 3 comes with Hardware-4. Love your review Henny When is the next Tesla get together?
Yes, confirmed.
That New 3 is beautiful!!! Thanks Ryan!!!! By any chance you know the battery in the highland? You can charge it to 100% on a daily?
LFP battery on the RWD and can charge to 100% ! ☺
@@RyanCowan yayyyy!!! Ima get the highland! I love charging to 100% like how I do on my iPhone! Lol
Looks great - How do you perform a quick 3 point turn using a screen?
assuming you're already going in drive, indicate right, turn steering wheel and drive.
swipe down to reverse then reverse while turning steering wheel
swipe up to drive and continue on your way
I tried this on the test drive, you just swipe on the screen. Worked fine.
I’d prefer to have indicator buttons on a steering wheel than have the indicator stalk on the left side of the steering column.
I didn't understand the blind spot led light part. Even paused the video but couldn't see it.
Does the light strip act as a blind spot indicator? That'd be cool.
No it’s a small red light not part of the light strip. It’s barely noticeable in my opinion. Wish it was brighter/bigger
I love it
How did you find front parking with the lack of sensors in the latest model. It seems rear parking is decent but the lack of sensors doesn’t seem to be working well for the highland.
Yeah not as good yet as our Model Y with USS.
Comparing to your Model Y ? Cabin noise and ride quality?
Much better ride quality in new 3, cabin noise seemed comparable to our Y, but I believe new 3 should be slightly better.
I’ve found it hard to get a firm pov on whether the new M3 has a HW4 computer onboard- do you happen to know based on your test drive? Seems like it does (whilst missing front camera) but wanted to confirm
HW4, cameras are red and Tesla rep confirmed
Would you buy an upgraded model 3 or a current model Y? Are the new features worth the sacrifice of the extra space?
Great question ! Depends on your circumstances. We need the Model Y for it's size, getting the pram in the back, more room in the back seat, etc.
I think the older versions look better and more sporty. Everything else is an improvement
Has there been any improvement in the efficiency? The old one got 4.3miles/kWh.
Big improvement
“It keeps your hands on the wheel” (proceeds to put hand on lap)
😂 I should have picked that up in the edit !!! 🤦♂️
@@RyanCowan still a great video. All in good fun
Show us how you indicate while existing a round about lol
May I ask if the cabin noise is quieter than the model y?
Didn't notice a big difference in this department
I have this car for slightly more than a week. Wonder how to control the rear screen from the front panel.
There's an app for it ! 👍
Gonna do a test drive in Mulgrave tomorrow
Nice ! Let me know what u think
@@RyanCowan The new seats are great, but the turn signal buttons on the steering wheel will take some getting used to. Definitely feels like it's more intended for full self driving.
Can u tell me best comprehensive insurance company for this model…
the rear seats are still uncomfortable for adults (because of the high floor) .. (for Europeans …it needs a hatchback ..)
Apart from that, it’s utterly perfect
Great video Ryan. So minimal it looks unfinished :| . Personally, not a fan of many of these changes (especially removal of things) - but thats me. Aside from that, the exterior and additions.. all good. Wont be buying a Highland 3. Will stick with my MYLR until i find a "Better EV" to move to.
Fair enough! It's certainly not going to be for everyone. Thanks for the comment regardless mate.
Introduce a brown/camel interior for Model 3, please!
Compared to your Model Y how is the ride quality, suspension etc? Is it better or about the same?
I'm currently driving a model y. Ride quality and suspension is definitely better in the highland.
Significantly better !! Feels like driving a German-built car
I love the new Model 3! Tesla has the best Cars in the world.
Has this been released for Australia? Still waiting for the US
Just rolling off the ships now in AU.
Wouldn’t updating from your current model 3 be a pretty big waste of resources?
I'm not updating and I have a Model Y
also no ultrasonic censors.
Hey, bubby look up the manual gear selector and it moved to the headliner on the 2024 Telsa Model 3. Telsa not " removed " the gear selector it moved to the headliner on the 2024 Telsa Model 3 thanks to TelsaFlex pointing it out. Now, in the US the US government forcing Telsa to recall all the Telsa Models for autopilot. Also, the US government having a field day for them because Telsa " removed " the gear stalk to the screen. Soon or later more and more people crying about the gear selector back to the old place the the steering wheel like the yoke steering wheel.
The emergency gear selection is not relevant unless the screen is unresponsive. Same with Model S/X. And the recall you're referring to is just a software update.
Whats the black rim @2:39? Haven't seen that on the Tesla website yet >_>
hiding under the aero covers - stock wheels with nut covers
@@Vass122 ahhh I see. Any idea of the brand? Hopefully the performance model has some nice black rims as an option. Im not a fan of the the standard ones on the M3
Do these cars have parking sensors or just Tesla Vision ?
Just vision. Probably it's biggest let down at the moment until Tesla improve the software
why are the model S not available anymore?
Stopped making RHD
do you still have to open the frunk manually?
Yes 💔
@@RyanCowan hopefully on the next one it will be automatic and we get a 6/7 seater in aus/nz
You might not have roundabouts down under but in many countries there are massive amounts and of different sizes and number of lanes in them. It is important that drivers signal before and exactly when they want to exit the roundabout to keep up the flow in traffic. When people dont signal many drivers have to wait unnessesarily to enter which slows down the traffic.
I have tried the and it is very hard to hit the right place on the steeeing wheel to indicate when the steering wheel is some where between upside down to less than that.
So now even less people will indicate or indicate at the right moment in roundabouts.
It is really frustrating that Tesla didnt do enough research before they took the blinker stalk away.
Time will tell, but Tesla did remove stalks on Model S and X so they had done their research in that regard
@@RyanCowan There are already third party making stalks for the Teslas. It is just plain stupid to remove.
How do you signal going out of a roundabout?
That's not something we really do here, but will put this to the test next time
i love your video and also i love buy an electric cars suv one day
greating from uk leeds
Thanks for watching!
This is the first video I saw that no negative comments about the new model, can’t believe you said removing the indicator stalk is a good move, so there’s no roundabout in Australia then?! If you exit the roundabout, before you don’t need to look at the wheel, no you need to pay attention before pressing, it’s quite dangerous
Not everyone is going to have the same opinion on the removal of the stalks 👍 I'm a big fan of what Tesla are doing. And I never indicate to exit a roundabout, it's not required. But I'll be sure to cover this in my next video.
@@RyanCowan Yeah it’s probably not required, but it’s require when taught by driving instructor here in UK. We have to indicate, this is to help indicate other drivers at the give way roundabout when they can make a move, so it’s safer.
In Europe it is very anti-social if you do not indicate directions when leaving the roundabout. If you don't do it during your driving test, you fail. @@RyanCowan
Yes I think Ryan is in his own little world here, it is required to indicate off a roundabout in Australia unless it’s a mini roundabout. And it’s common courtesy to let drivers know that you are leaving so they can enter. I can see law suits when drivers have their arms broken by the airbag while attempting to indicate while the wheel is turned 90 degrees.
@@RyanCowan It's incorrect to say that indicating is not required when exiting a roundabout in Australia. In the ACT, NT, QLD and SA, indicating left is required when exiting according to their road rules. In NSW, VIC and WA, this is a requirement as well, with the caveat "if practical/feasible".
Amazing video mate! Extremely excited for delivery! The white interior will be a lot better than the black as well! When we chose the blue, we wanted a white interior, so why not go all out and get the nova wheels as well? It will be a great contrast, but I must say the car in your video, the black interior with the nova wheels look pretty bad. The contrast is definitely needed.
So excited for you mate !! You're going to love it !
@@RyanCowan Thanks mate! We took it for a test drive a few weeks ago, and oh man was it an experience!
Whatif the touchscreen go wrong?
Manual gear selection above
No more swamp ass with the Model 3.
However, who ever takes delivery of this car needs to check for quality issues.
I was aware of the Tesla low touch at delivery but that I had check the car with a list the delivery center gave me was 😢 not what I expected. But they did say if I find any issues I could refuse delivery. WTF
So my highland had a misaligned front hood, trunk and two doors handles not flush to body. All the issues I had to log with Tesla app.
What a let down from all the excitement.
Wow, sounds horrendous; would put anybody off. I heard you gave to pick up your new car at some depot, nobody to do the handover and nay bit even be fully charged
does the car still rattle?
no
It's a shame Model Y in Australia still ships with HW3. This is the only reason why the new 3 wins over the Y overall. Model Y size and body proportions are really good but the ventilated seats and HW4 are really important. I think it's like you have an eye surgery.
Question: I got the M3 in December last year, so are the differences worth upgrading? Though I am so tempted just because of the looks, I still don't want to make a hasty decision. Any thoughts are much appreciated.
Got my M3 LR in June this year. Based on all the features like the LEDs, refresh interior and exterior, quieter cabin and cooled + heated seats with improved cooler for warmer Australian months, would not be a bad choice to upgrade IMo. I am even considering.
@@wowdesigns3417 Thanks. That was helpful :)
It's basically 50% better 😂 But previous Model 3 is still VERY good.
@@RyanCowan Had you said 51%, I would have gone for it :)
Nah don't downgrade. No uss sensors is a massive fail.
Model S is much nicer than Model 3. Dont know why people keep comparing the Highland to the Model S.
Why don’t we have the Model S & X anymore?
Sad I know. No longer making RHD
@@RyanCowan Ugh! That’s so silly, but I’m sure there’s a method to their madness 😁😁
Only downside ibsee is having no sensors, tesla vision hey have been proven to be worse in all aspects, not something i could live with. Which sucks because its such a beautiful car
correction: they are not 'taptic' buttons. They're Haptic buttons. 'Taptic' engine is a marketing term which apple uses for the vibration motor in their mac trackpads and iPhone models to create the Haptic feedback. The only word where 'taptic' exists is within apple's marketing for this component which it puts in the two device models.
haha yeah sorry, I used to work for Apple so the terminology is stuck in my brain 😂
Searching for indicator buttons when already turning? I would hate that. Not all of us live in a grid with (close to) 90 degree intersections. I need to start indicating when the wheel is already turned 80 degrees at one intersection, and turned 100 degrees at another. Either that or I just both break the law and increase the risk of an accident by not telling other drivers that I am about to turn at two different locations on a daily route. I don’t take my hand off the wheel to move the indicator stalk now.
Probably a great car otherwise. But putting a control that both the law and safe driving requires to be used at very specific times in 360 different positions is daft. Presumably a decision made by someone who lives in a grid.
Not gonna lie the old model three kind of looks ugly, sitting next to it now. Also that blue compared to the old blue. (Even if they’re the same, I swear it looks better) Great video Ryan I’m sure it was a rush to film it in your one and ahalf hour test drive. Love those B roll shots at the end🥰. Did it feel like a downgrade getting back in the model Y? (suspension and interior quality wise)
Thanks mate ! It sure did feel like a rush, but glad the video turned out good. And yes, getting back in the Y felt like a bit of a downgrade, in looks and interior styling.
@@RyanCowan not suspension wise?
I his defense, I feel like car reviews are one of those areas where absolute impartiality is difficult. This man clearly loves Tesla, and this is clearly an exciting upgrade to the previous model 3. Personally I'm not a Tesla fan/driver, but do appreciate a quick, straight to the point review, which this video delivered.
@@danielkierannevin9081 yes it was brilliant
From the way u said rgb lighting I can clearly see that u are not a car guy. In my opinion some parts should be as it is.
Please explain ...
3:40 What does He say? "Just how??? Good? group? the suspencion is"?
I am German, and i cant understand it, undertitle says "Good".
Sweet review, not verbose.✔️
You didn’t talk about blind spot detection!!!🤔
Our Model Y has that already. Model 3 has just added a small indicator to the sides, which I mentioned 👍