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Tesla Model 3 pros and cons
Pros and Cons by myEVreview
- Sentry mode for enhanced security.
- User profiles (remembering your seat position, steering wheel, driving options etc) and it activating your profile when you get in.
- Tons of storage space including the frunk (front trunk) and additional storage bin under the back trunk.
- Superb battery thermal management.
- New seats are almost as comfy as Model S
- The supercharger network is superb, simple to use, and fast.
- Heated and cooled front seats.
- Super low running costs.
- Incredibly fun to drive.
- Driving simlicity, single pedal control.
- One of the safest vehicles on the road.
- Frequent OTA (WiFi or 4G) sw updates.
- Significantly better suspension (more comfortable).
- The most efficient EV of them all.
- High safety rating (5-star EuroNCAP safety rating).
- Dual Motor (AWD) handling.
- Much better interior soundproofing. It is noticeably quieter.
- The acceleration, power, regen breaking are excellent.
- Autopilot - nice on long trips.
- Sound system is excellent.
- Seamless smartphone integration including keyless entry.
- The heat pump, instant heat, instant cold, very powerful, and super efficient.
- The app. You can pre-heat or pre-cool the car, know where it is, check the charge state, lock it and lots of other features.
- Silky smooth user interface.
- Outstanding acceleration.
- Dog mode, Sentry Mode, Camp Mode all brilliant
- Instant torque.
- Maintenance. There is virtually none.
- Entertainment is excellent - Youtube, Netflix, fun games etc.
- Can refuel from home. :)
- No keys required except your phone.
- Great value for the money spent.
- Very rigid body.
- Quiet propulsion system.
- Lots of interior space.
- Good spec for price.
- Comfortable seats with reasonable lateral support.
- Iinterior feels solid, materials are great
- Minimalist design, minimal hardware buttons.
- Easter eggs and geeky stuff.
- Lack of HUD.
- No spare tyre.
- Despite the 8 year battery warranty, it is too early to predict how it will fare in 2031. The replacement cost could be enormous and you'd be at Tesla's mercy.
- Turn signal buttons moved to the steering wheel may be a problem for some.
- Expensive insurance.
- Tight entrance to the boot (trunk).
- Loss of range in cold weather.
- Large turning circle.
- Not many service centers - only in big cities.
- Some insurance companies do not cover Teslas.
- Low-positioned rear seats.
- The rear door windows don’t go down all the way.