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Pros and Cons by Owners / Test Drives
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MATTHEWB AU Tesla Model 3 LR after 50 days - the fears, the attractions, the unexpected and the verdict.
The app. You can pre-heat or pre-cool the car, know where it is, check the charge state, lock it, wind down the windows. Cool!
Range. I get between 400-450 km on a "tank" if I project the actual kms done and the percentages reported on 110 km/h road trips. That's more than enough for Aussie road trips.
Has wireless charging for phones and USB-C ports.
Maintenance. There is virtually none.
Autopilot and adaptive cruise - transformational on long trips.
Quietness. I hate noise, and this thing is about as silent as you can get. Gold.
No keys required except your phone. Just walk up and drive away!
Acceleration. 0-100km/h quietly in 4.4s. Changes the way you drive.
The car is just incredibly fun to drive.
The community. It's a mixture of environmental crusaders and rev-heads and they are super-helpful on forums. With a Tesla you can be both green and enjoy the thrill of the acceleration.
Can refuel from home. Very cheap and convenient and no more service stations!
Vegan leather seats are surprisingly good.
AWD. Hugs the road.
Glass roof gives passengers a nice driving experience.
Remembers your seat settings.
Car is mostly good for the environment. Until you have to dispose of the battery.
Supercharger network. Gets you between major cities in Australia on the East Coast.
Fun to have spotify/netflix on board.
Sound system + low noise = nice listening experience.
No more exhaust fumes or oil.
Thumbwheels on the steering wheel are very intuitive.
Voice recognition works well and makes the car safer.
Great use of cameras for warning about collisions in tight spaces. Tells you how many cm you are from objects.
Heated seats and steering wheel are divine.
Touchscreen - awesome interface. Very user-friendly. Great navigation.
The boot opens and shuts at the touch of a button but the frunk doesn't.
The Australian government hates EVs. They're inevitable. They should get over it.
Some people worship Elon as if he's some sort of God. He isn't.
Often gets speed limits wrong, especially out of school hours. Very annoying.
After being on Autopilot it is easy to "forget" that you have to steer! This is perhaps the most dangerous thing about the car.
No spare tyre.
Car doesn't always tell you why it won't let you do something.
When on Autopilot doesn't slow until *AFTER* hitting the new speed zone, danger of getting caught speeding.
Despite the 8 year battery warranty, it is too early to predict how it will fare in 2029. The replacement cost could be enormous and you'd be at Tesla's mercy.
Tyres. They cost a lot each and are prone to punctures on pot holes. They also need rotation.
Price. 86K was a lot of money to part with. Now it costs 80K. :(
The claimed range on the website should have all sorts of disclaimers.
No heads up display. Can be distracting to look at the screen when driving.
The "handover". Takes about 5 minutes and leaves you without enough knowledge to drive properly. A 30 minute tutorial would have been invaluable especially when you just handed over more than $86K AUD.
Difficult to fit a roadbike inside it without dismantling it.
The cost of tyres and the EV tax in Victoria is more than the cost of the electricity it consumes.
Large turning circle/large vehicle. Awkward in car parks.
Some people think that the car is emissions-free. In reality it is only as green as the power source.
Would have preferred a hatchback.
Car doesn't remember your rear-vision mirror position.
Navigation doesn't have driver's view. It is all top-down.
Tight entrance to the boot (trunk).
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The screen is in the perfect spot to see everything you need to, but does not block the line of sight for the driver.
Entertainment is the best! This car has everything from Netflix, to farting sounds, to video games... you can easily pass time anywhere with anyone.
The ability to schedule maintenance or service in your Tesla app and include pictures is amazing. You can also reschedule in the app as well.
TESLA mobile service will come to your location for all kinds of maintenance. I have had them come to my home 3 times, and it was 100% free for everything that was under warranty.
Stereo system is amazing. Every sound is clear and perfectly balanced. No additional settings or speakers are needed. Classical music to rock music all sound clear, even bass is good.
Always feels like a new car when you get updates. It never gets old!!
The voice commands, blue-tooth calls, and voice to txt can understand you easily. I have had no issues with hands-free phone calls via bluetooth. They are loud and clear on both ends.
Charging at home or at a Super Chargers is cheap, easy, efficient, and reliable. There are also so many Tesla Super Chargers that road trips don't seem scary.
Safety and security is mind-blowing. The ability to record 24 hours a day, 360 degrees around the car makes you feel safe when driving or when you leave your car parked. Also easy to use and the car seems to really know what footage it should save.
PIN for driving and glovebox is very nice and provides added safety.
Multiple driving profiles are very convenient and save almost every single setting you can think of, not just the seat!!
Updates are released quite often and typically download in 30 minutes or less. They also download automatically so you never have to worry about updating your car manually.
Automatic windshield wipers are fun, safe, and convenient.
The ability to control the car with your phone is a dream. Climate, range, locks, and location can all be seen adjusted from your phone.
Basic included Autopilot is absolutely amazing. I use it daily. It is easy to use and works exactly as stated. No issues with it.
The air conditioning and heating is the best I have ever had. It heats and cools faster than any other vehicle. Great for people in hot climates.
Cost of maintenance and driving is next to nothing. I can drive 200 miles for only $5.00.
Acceleration is the best I have ever experienced. Smoothe and fast!!
One pedal driving is so easy, so relaxing, and actually saves you money. Regenerative braking is smoothe and easy to get used to.
Amazing handling in all weather conditions. Steering is tight and traction is never lost in my experience. Car is low to the ground for added control, but not so low that it scrapes on slanted driveways etc.
Cargo space is out of this world. There is room for almost anything you can think of, including a 5 foot Christmas tree if needed with seats down.
Passenger seating is comfortable and spaced very well. Plenty of headspace and foot room for all five seats.
The driver seat is actually the most comfortable chair/seat/couch I have ever sat in. The ergonomics for your spine and body mechanics are absolutely spot on, plus superb seat warmers for all 5 passengers!
The interior dash area is modern, clean, and beautiful. No buttons or knobs to collect dust either!
Safety First! This is the safest car I have ever owned. Crash ratings are superb, crash test videos are astounding. I feel safe driving this car, and I feel like my kids are safe in it. Roll-overs are near impossible, and the handling in this car is the best I have ever felt.
The exterior of the car is absolutely beautiful, and also aerodynamic.
Battery range accuracy is incredible when you plug in trips and use battery percentage display. I've found it's accurate to within 2%.
A/C seems to have some kind of issue causing an odor especially in humid climates, and Tesla has advised not to use recirculated air setting to avoid the issue. Cabin air filters need to be changed at least once or twice a year as well.
Delivery takes quite a while. I waited 8 weeks for my car, but it was worth the wait!
Manufacturer defects are possible, like any vehicle. Mine had 3 panel gaps upon delivery, each 7mm or less. Tesla fixed them for free.
Cabin air filters are not very accessible, but not necessarily difficult to get to either. Both are located in the center console.
Battery loses quite a bit of range in freezing temperatures. But there are ways to avoid excess battery loss, such as scheduled departure etc.
TESLA needs to include a list of voice commands for the vehicle. A lot of commands are common sense, but some are not. However, it does understand your spoken words easily.
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Adamwellinformed GB Why I Chose The Tesla Model 3 As My Family Car!
owner review of Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus (SR+) 2021
Zero emissions
Great build, no paintwork or panel gap issues
Easy clean up for the interior. Can wipe down sticky finger prints with just baby wipes.
Exclusive access to one of the biggest charging networks on the planet -Tesla Supercharger network. Offers a seamless plug and play experience, but you also have the option to access to other 3rd party charging networks like the ones used by EV competitors.
Extremely limited servicing requirements. No annual service required!
Acceleration and breaking regen just makes driving easy and fun.
Super low running costs
Storage space !!! Frunk and under boot storage is a real plus for those unique circumstances.
All round dashcam recorder via the autopliot cameras
Sentry mode for enhanced security
No transmission box in between the middle seat gives back seat passenger greater move-ability and greater comfort to the middle seat user. Just overall legroom is great to.
Silky smooth user interface
Seamless smartphone integration including keyless entry
Pearl white paint is underrated. Specially after a good clean
Range is more then suffice for the everyday user like me! Road trips with SR+ are also super easy as the navigation takes the stress out of the charging calculations. On a long trip, this range is more then sufficient as I suspect you'll need to use the toilet facilities before you need to charge!
Simplistic interior design for a clutter-less experience.
One of the safest cars to drive in the world. Don't overlook your cars safety ratings especially if its your family car.
Rear door access is good
Autopilot for long distance driving is a game changer
ISO Fix compatible and joints are hidden in the joints of the seats for greater visual appeal
Spotify is a great addition to keep the kids and adults entertained with access to vast library of songs and podcasts
Cabin protection is great for when it gets hot. No more entering into a stuffy hot car.
Front seat comfort is sublime
Easy entry mode for the driver
Wheels have a tendency to get Kerb rash. Partially driver fault but my issue is the tyre never takes the impact, so the alloys must poke out ever so slightly more taking the full impact.
Boot entrance could be bigger but its good enough for a sedan.
Rear visibility through the mirror is weak. Camera is better alternative
Be prepared for a long delivery times. High demand seems to be pushing delivery times back.
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Sound system is incredible.
Driverprofiles! When getting close to the car it recognises the phone and after entry my personal preferences are set (seat position, leven of brake regen and so on).
15” touchscreen is iPad Pro like quality.
Performance on both straight line and cornering.
Dual Motor (AWD) handling
Looks (most people love it)
Supercharger network for trips
OTA (WiFi or 4G) updates.
Google maps is not perfect but seems to know all locations.
Seats are generally a good mix of comfy and sporty and the “vegan leather” is quite tough.
Wind noise from frameless windows if it’s very windy or at high speeds.
Paint is beautiful but not perfect when you look closer inside doors and trunk.
Seats lacks adjustable lower rear thigh support for long legged drivers.
Some body panels misalligned.
Noise from wheels quite noticeable on some roads.
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Access to the Tesla supercharger network which still has a way to go here in Australia but is growing year on year.
DC fast charging up to 250 kW (best I have achieved in reality is 184 kW, which means almost empty to almost full in the time it takes to eat lunch).
The safest car the NHTSA has ever tested.
Over the air software updates mean that the car gets better as it ages.
Autopilot and Navigate on Autopilot, while not perfect and do require a hand in the wheel and supervision, work very well on Freeways and well marked roads. Full self driving beta is on limited release in the USA and looks amazing.
Real world range of around 450 km.
Highly efficient power train aided by low aerodynamic coefficient.
Exhilarating acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 3.4 s.
Updates which so far have delivered Navigate on Autopilot, improved driving visualisations, more audio options and even improved range and performance.
Navigation system based on Google Maps which has excellent detail and resolution.
Sentry Mode and Dashcam are great for security.
Clever integration of phone (unlocks when you walk up to the car and locks when you walk away).
Interior is pretty roomy.
Vast panoramic glass roof (great views when driving through a forest).
Great lines on the exterior. No fake grill or fiddly extraneous bits.
Beautiful minimalist interior (I got the white seats which still look perfect after 15 months).
Excellent reversing cameras (includes views from repeaters on the side).
Good sized boot/trunk and froot/frunk.
Awesome sound system.
Self parking works quite well, especially for parallel parking.
Single pedal driving: this is the way all cars should drive.
Quiet, especially at low speed.
Expensive purchase price (although cost of ownership is low).
Exterior door handles and interior door buttons need to be explained to passengers.
No wireless phone charging (again, I believe this is available on the 2021 Model 3).
Would be good to have zoned climate control (different temperatures for driver and passenger). PS: apparently this is possible; selected from the screen).
No powerlift on boot/trunk (I believe this is available on the new Model 3) or froot/frunk.
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even if it’s "only" the LR version, it accelerates to 100 km/h in an unreal 4.4 seconds, and its top speed is 233 km/h
In my opinion, the Tesla Model 3 LR has an excellent price/performance ratio
own network of charging stations called Supercharger - this is a crucial advantage for Tesla owners - I’ve never experienced Supercharger not working when I pull up, or that all the stands would be occupied
the car sits beautifully on the road due to the low battery positioning; it takes bends with absolute certainty, and sometimes I find cornering truly thrilling
WLTP range was set at 560 km (my experience: summer mix of highway and city cca 450 km, summer city only up to 600 km, winter mix cca 350 km)
the power to weight ratio is 171 W/kg - a great value, cca two times better than most competitor machines I’ve driven
the car knows on the way to Supercharger to preheat the battery so that rapid charging would be the fastest, while protecting battery life
excellent audio, 15 speakers
the rear trunk also has a deep part (see photo), total capacity 542 liters
overtaking I dare say is more like "teleporting"; you never have to think about what gear you’re in like with an ICE - engines are ready in any gear to accelerate instantly and strongly
AC charging - the best - 11 kW AC charger (amps can be adjusted to just the values you need)
5 stars, the highest rating in the EuroNCAP crash test, the Top Safety Pick +, the highest IIHS rating (USA)
superb battery thermal management
can charge at a rate of up to 250 kW (up to 300 km gained in just 25 minutes of recharging!); the remaining 95% of electric vehicles cannot charge so quickly
drag coefficient Cx only 0.23 - i.e., excellent aerodynamics
excellent infotainment, plus constantly being improved through regular updates via WI-FI
single pedal control (after taking the foot off the accelerator, the car brakes itself to a stop), it’s almost addictive
cameras around the entire car + possibility to record everything on the hard drive
very well built, high-quality interior (model 2020)
quality - mostly soft plastics in the interior
comfortable seats with reasonable lateral support
very rigid body
really dig the car design; it looks way better in reality than in the pictures
the service interval is only recommended; I am going to have it serviced once every three years for replacements such as brake fluid
it has a trunk in front, the estimated 80-liter capacity beautifully accommodates all cables, a warning triangle, compressor, fire extinguisher and other small accessories that would otherwise take up space in the back
standard warranty of four years/80,000 km, battery covered for eight years/196,000 km
despite the higher weight at 1,931 kg including the driver, Tesla does a great job at disguising it by the sheer power of its engines and stiffer chassis and brakes
lots of legroom for rear passengers including the middle seat
can have a towing device, 750 kg/1,000 kg
this car actually has far more power than I need, so I also use the “chill” drive mode, in which the accelerator response is smoother
performance increased several times by software updates up to today’s 333 kW
the charging connector is at the end of the car (in the corner by the taillight), so even short DC charging cables easily reach
pleasantly small steering wheel with thick ring
large wheelbase of 288 cm
interior noise at higher speeds is decent, but it’s definitely not tops
despite the bad reputation of Teslas in the early years of production, in my car nothing creaks, and I am satisfied with the refinement
not many service centers - only in big cities
the hazard switch is poorly positioned in the ceiling
it’s a sedan; a liftback like the S model would be better
serious upcharge for the red paint job, but it seems to be high-quality
opening the car via a "mobile phone key" is sometimes not entirely reliable, sometimes it takes a while before the car opens
seats not ventilated (cannot be ordered yet)
heated steering wheel cannot be ordered (starts with the 2021 model)
low-positioned rear seats
for some perhaps the chassis is too stiff, but due to the power exceeding 300 kW, it is an about must
the rear door windows don’t go down all the way
The model 3 generally has an extremely low ride height of only 144 cm (e.g., VW ID.3 has a height of 156 cm), so getting in and out is more difficult than with a higher-riding vehicle
the rear-view mirror could be bigger
glossy "piano" black elements in the interior - fingerprints and scratches are clearly visible
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One of the safest cars on the road
Supercharger network
Real over the air (OTA) software updates just like your phone
Fun to drive
“Filling up” overnight is amazing. It’s one less thing to stress about. i.e. “do I need to get gas?” is one of those things that’s always on the back of your mind like “did I leave the stove on?” Not anymore with an EV
Comfy seats
Autopilot
Driver profiles - automatically selects the correct one based on who unlocks the car. Most settings + seat, steering wheel & mirror positions are saved per profile
Cheap / stable refueling costs
Instant torque
The flat out modernness and configurability of the infotainment system. It actually feels like a touchscreen/OS that was made in 2018/2021 whereas even 2022 model year cars are still coming with infotainment systems that feel very 2006-2008
Maintenance costs - namely, that there pretty much aren't any. I haven't even had to refill the washer fluid yet in 3 years
Quiet propulsion system
Mobile service, when available, is a game changer
No cooled/ventilated seats
Superchargers in the middle of the US need battery backups. In 2 of 3 long road trips (1500-3000 mi one way), I’ve run into a supercharger that was out of service for several hours due to a local power outage
Road noise is a bit loud. This has apparently been fixed in Model S Plaid, not sure about newer Model 3s
Service is hit or miss. Sometimes it’s great, and sometimes you need multiple visits to fix a single issue
Service centers usually can’t help you resolve software bugs or even get them escalated to headquarters
Factory tires wear out quicker than expected (though this is apparently just a thing with higher performance cars - I'm used to Corollas and the like)
Windshield wipers have trouble sometimes. This appears to be an issue specific to my car and not Model 3s in general
No auto-opening trunk - this has been fixed on newer Model 3s
If you can’t charge at home, you probably shouldn’t get any EV at all (though a Tesla would be your best choice if you decide to get one anyway)
Rear legroom not great, but fine for a car of this size
No heated steering wheel - this has been fixed on newer Model 3s
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Autopilot offers Convenience
No high gas prices
Head-turner, and thumbs-up collector
Allowed in the HOV (High Occupancy Vehicle) lane(Canada)
Service Appointment through the App
Super Fast and not all furious!
Noise reduction
Roomie, spacious
Easy unlocking using Phone as key
Vegan Leather seat offers comfort
not enough charging stations in Northern Ontario
40-45 minutes charging time- not 35mins
Winter affects driving range
too comfortable you can fall asleep
Paint quality needs improving
Rear-Wheel drive + slippery conditions= fishtailing
Hated by Diesel drivers, and bird-flipping collector
My phone is not wireless charged.
Always carry your Keycard
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The acceleration, power, regen breaking are excellent
Extremely low running costs
The safest car in the World
Over the air updates constantly refresh, fix bugs and modernise the car. I've had improved acceleration, increased range, extra games/Netflix/Youtube etc
The most efficient EV of them all
Autopilot is incredible, and constantly improving thanks to 'Over the air' updates
The touch screen is superb, simple to use, and fast responding
The supercharger network is superb, simple to use, and fast
Extremely low depreciation
Preheating (or cooling) the cabin from App is a useful feature
Great looking car inside and out
My Wife finally enjoys driving, and my kids love it
Loads of storage space, big boot & frunk
The Tesla owners community (and EV community) are wonderful
Entertainment is excellent - Youtube, Netflix, fun games etc
It would be nice to be available in other colours
any cons I think of are ridiculously petty when considering the pros
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Sentry (security) mode and the dash cam
The screen and it's usage as entertainment system for for instance watching some Netflix while charging at a SuperCharger
Great seats & sound system
User profiles (remembering your seat position, steering wheel, driving options etc) and it activating your profile when you get in
High safety rating
The app, it's possibilities, pre-cooling/-heating the car, scheduling an appointment with a mobile service engineer etc.
Keyless entry and the ability to add everyone with a smartphone to use that as a key. And them being able to unlock your car from a distance (great in case you for some reason are unable to get into the car ... not that that ever happened to us ;-))
Compared to gasoline cars, all pro's of most EVs: being able to charge at home/during the night/from solar, acceleration, the car being better for the environment than a comparable gasoline car, one-pedal regenerative driving, low in maintenance etc
Frequent Over-The-Air updates, improvements etc
Tesla Super Charger network and the way planning a route in the Tesla takes care of any needed charges, what chargers to visit etc. When you have used public non-Tesla chargers, searching for where they actually are, praying they will work etc, you'll even more appreciate a Tesla and the Tesla charger network.
Auto-pilot & FSD: maybe not level 5 and all, but impressive (and i think it's the best in the market), improving all the time, and makes for much more relaxed highway drives!
The minimalist interior did take a little getting used to, but now love it
Glass roof
Love being able to just 'put it in park, get out and walk away' > the car will shut down the stereo, close any windows, no need to shut down the engine etc
Read paint quality on the cars was not up to highest standards yet, so decided to add a glass/nano/ceramic coating
Compared to gasoline cars, all cons of most EVs: range drops significantly when it's very cold, less range, if you need to charge during your trip it takes more time than to fill up a gasoline care (but when you're having a coffee and a visit to the toilet you hardly notice)
Autopilot and FSD confusing names for what they currently offer (i can imagine some people expecting more ... we personally love what the system already can do)
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Super Charger Network, currently the best, fastest and most reliable chargers.
Software updates. Like a phone, the car get better over time!
The App! I've had numerous EVs, this is by far the best App around. So quick and responsive. Cool in Summer and Warm your car in winter! See where the car is. Unlock, start car while away!
Obviously this will be objective, but the car is stunning to look at. Inside and out.
Very fast, even this standard range version.
The infotainment screen is second to none! Yes it doesn't have android auto/Apple car play. While I'd still like this feature, it really isn't needed.
Autopilot. If you're on a motorway, the autopilot is unbelievable. It's definitely one of the features you'd show off to your friends. Makes long journeys effortless.
FSD. Full self drive. Tesla, stop it. It doesn't. The cost of this feature is unbelievable. And it does very little in the UK. And the timescales of this actually working have slipped again and again and again.
To paraphrase Ghandi. What do I think of Tesla Customer service? I think it would be a good idea.
Auto wipers, they're fine... but they need improvement. Especially as it is difficult to manually control them.
Paintwork, yes it's not great.
Quality control, issues do exist.
Autopilot, yes it's also a negative. The car annoys you to make sure you're driving every 20 seconds of so. Even if you have your hands on the wheel it can still ask you, especially if you're travelling in a straight line. Tesla need to improve on this.
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Blake Check US My Dream Car - Stealth Model 3 Performance
owner review of Tesla Model 3 Model 3 Performance [Stealth/Sleeper] 2018
Value
Performance
Technology
Range
Ride Comfort
Practicality
Reliability
Safety
Design
No Unlimited Supercharging
No Free Premium Connectivity
Purchase Price
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Sound system is excellent.
Exterior and interior design are perfect.
Outstanding acceleration.
Fantastic technology.
Constant updates OTA.
Great value for the money spent.
Spotify allows me to play my favorite songs.
Sometimes wonky infotainment system freezes.
Summon is hit and miss.
Some insurance companies do not cover Teslas.
Service center is a long drive.
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Tesla charging network
Acceleration to about 80 is good
Absence of a service schedule
Speed of charging is excellent
Tesla servicing has been good
The software to control the car is good, takes getting used to, would prefer some buttons for normal tasks. OTA updates are nice.
Sentry mode is really good and being able to view outside the car with the app is great.
Audio quality is good quality
Range nowhere near the claimed amount. I get about 210 miles.
Absence of any sound, synthesised or not, is a real turn-off and means driver involvement is low
Interior is very bland, seats totally inadequate for any kind of cornering at speed. Wood! Who wants wood in a performance car. Give me CF.
Looks, subjective but its bland for a performance car
Build quality questionable, panel gaps, interior materials don't line up well
Handling at speed feels unsafe i.e. 100+ mph its dangerous.
Acceleration after 80 is on par with an average hot hatch and not an M3/M4 like it is up to 80.
Tesla fanboys live in another world where Elon is the messiah.
Its just not fun to drive, its functional, quick enough, just not fun.
The auto-pilot (not FSD, not used it) can randomly brake on the motorway which isn't safe for anyone driving behind you.
No HUD
Having to use the app to open the charge port and froot is a pain.
Battery drain is quite high if using sentry mode over a prolonged period.
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Great efficiency and range
Driving simlicity, single pedal control
Hassle-free travel over great distances thanks to Superchargers
The car stays great and surprising due to the software updates
Minimalist design, minimal hardware buttons
Friends and family are always interested in my Tesla
Sentry Mode (recording possible intruders)
Full-self driving on the highway
Fun of driving, acceleration
Onboard entertainment (Netflix, games, karaoke, Spotify ...)
Camp Mode
Smaller vehicle suitable for European city
Deep trunk + frunk
Can easily be rented out = reducing costs
Easter eggs and geeky stuff
Tesla community and gatherings
Expensive insurance
High price
You must stay vigilant with autopilot, sometimes unexpectedly brakes
The trunk does not open automatically (resolved in the 2021 model)
Opening doors is not intuitive, I must explain it to people (the 2021 model at least has icons inside)
USB charging is slow (the 2021 model now has a fast USB-C)
Soft paint, easily scratched
Onboard internet is free only for a year
Glossy middle console, gets dirty quickly (resolved in the 2021 model)
Signs detection does not work on autopilot, sometimes causing unnecessary deceleration
The trunk opening is not a hatchback
Minor issues upon handover (rear light fogging, one seatbelt clip was under the seat)
Regenerative braking decreases in winter, they could emulate it by normal braking
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No fuel purchase. No visit to gas station. Money can be spend elsewhere.
Highest safety features including emergency breaking , lane changing warning.
Low maintenance required. I haven’t been for maintenance yet after a year. There is not much moving parts requiring maintenance.
Tesla has a good charging network throughout the country. Fast charging when you need it. You can also see private home charger on the Tesla map so, maybe knocking on a Tesla owner home for a quick emergency charge???
Autopilot/Auto-steering. Even though, driver attention is required at all time, it makes a drive much less stressful.
Comfortable ride. I am 6’2 and very comfortable.
Range. The SR+ only get about 200 miles. It is not bad if you use only for daily drive around town.
Cabin sound could be better. The 2020 model does not have the double pan windows. 2021 yes.
No extended warranty on Model 3. They offering it on Model S and X.
Glass top heat protection. Give out lot of heat when sun is shining on it. But you can always purchase the sunshade.
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Genuine 300 mile range of you try.
Infotainment including app interface is unbeatable
Supercharging network is fast and reliable
Overtaking monster
Dog mode, Sentry Mode, Camp Mode all brilliant
Paintwork seems a bit soft. Stone chips after less than 1000 miles
Autopilot is too aggressive on the brakes
You can't schedule charging from the app!
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Good Range
No gas/petrol
Fast & Fun to drive
Infotainment & apps
Overall look
Minimalist interior
Low cost to insure
Loss of range in cold weather
Cost of windshield replacement
Noisy interior
Fit & finish
Paint quality
Windows frost/fog in cold weather
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charging network, long term savings over ICE, future tech
software updates, low maintenance, instant acceleration
minimalist interior, REGEN braking, Full Self Driving option
a head turner, Tesla community, visionary CEO
Electric, green car, zero emissions
Need to charge on longer trips for a bit longer than refuelling a ICE car. Driving tech on car may not be for everyone as it is futuristic and older drivers without much exposure to technology may struggle.
Cost is not in line with other ICE vehicles but considering the savings long term is relevant here but still out of price bracket for a lot of people. While there is brand awareness amongst the techy people and the die hard fans, there is still a lot of brand awareness that needs to be created a
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Supercharger Network, fast and easy to use
Tesla App is increndible
Extremely low running/maintance costs
Over-the-air Updates
Friendly Tesla community
Infotainment is unbeatable
Keyless Driving
Minimalist/clean interior
Panoramic glass roof
Single pedal driving
Real world range of around 500 km
Great Performance: 0-100 km/h in 4.4 s
Great Navigation system (based on Google Maps)
Enhanced Autopilot works fine
possibility to buy upgrades (FSD, Enhanced Autopilot,
Acceleration Boost)
Sentry Mode/Dashcam for security
can't schedule charging from the app
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The acceleration is stunning
Comfort
Over the air updates
Build Quality
Looks
User Interface
The Map / Sat Nav
Charging Network
Safety
Constant Improvements
Overall Satisfaction
Overall Cost of ownership
Tesla Community
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Elon Musk
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