Tesla Model 3 cars

About the Tesla Model 3

The Model 3 is the cheapest electric car Tesla makes, but it’s by no means the least impressive. Aside from its good looks and impressive range, the Model 3 is famous for its industry-leading interior, which is packed full of the latest and greatest technology.   

All Model 3s feature the same technology, including a high-resolution 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system that controls everything, from the air conditioning to opening the glove box.   

There’s no central instrument cluster in the Model 3 because everything is displayed on the car’s central screen, but all the data you need to know while driving is in sight.   

Tesla is as much a car company as it is a tech company, and that really shows throughout the interior.   

Is the Tesla Model 3 reliable?

Being an electric car, the Model 3 is very reliable because there are fewer moving parts to go wrong.  

There’s also good news if you care about safety because the Tesla Model 3 might be the safest car on the road. It scored an impressive five-star Euro NCAP crash test rating and even became the highest-rated car in the safety assist category, scoring 94%. 

Tesla’s autopilot technology didn’t contribute to these test scores, but it is useful in the event of an accident and can even prevent them from happening in the first place.  

Plus, when you buy a new car with us, you get a 90-day free warranty and opt into cinchCare to ensure the longevity of your vehicle.    

What are the Tesla Model 3 features?

Where do you even begin with the Tesla Model 3’s interior features? From its panoramic sunroof that blocks out 99% of UV light to a vegan leather interior, USB charging capabilities, wireless phone charging (in newer models), and, of course, self-driving, which is still in its infancy but is coming along rapidly.   

Self-driving is an optional pack on Teslas but can be purchased via the app. It allows the car to essentially drive itself, and it can even follow the car’s sat nav and locate the nearest charging stations.  

There’s also the option to use Tesla’s mobile app to control features such as pre-heat the car, check the charge status of the battery, sound the horn, and use the summon feature, which enables to car to drive towards you if it is parked in a tight space. 

What is the Tesla Model 3 like to drive?

Powering the Tesla Model 3 is an electric motor offering different power outputs depending on the trim level. The entry-level Rear-Wheel Drive Model 3 is powered by a single 180kW motor that gives it a top speed of 140mph and an estimated range of 305 miles on a single charge.   

The Model 3 Long Range is powered by a dual motor setup, giving it all-wheel drive, a top speed of 145mph and an estimated range of 374 miles.   

The range-topping Model 3 Performance is where it gets very impressive. This is also powered by a dual motor setup but instead has a top speed of 162mph and an estimated 340-mile range, but with a 0-62mph time of 3.1 seconds thanks to its 554hp output.   

The Model 3 can be charged either at home or via one of Tesla’s Superchargers, which are dotted around the country and with more on the way.