2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance Australia - First Drive
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- čas přidán 1. 06. 2024
- Here we go!
Test drives have officially opened for the Tesla Model 3 Performance.
(Note: Supervised Test drives!)
I’m bringing you with me to see how it is.
My short overall summary is:
- Great Seats - This should be standard in all cars! The bolsters aren’t too big/wide or intrusive. Just right.
- Steering wheel feels good for a car but even on the sportiest setting - it still lacks feedback. It’s just “heavier”
- Suspension - This is the number 1 difference in my eyes coming from a Model Y Performance. Very forgiving and great for a daily car. Even on the sportiest setting; the bumps are pretty much absorbed. Quite amazing for a car with 30/35 profile tyres
Would I get one?
Time will tell. Right now - No.
00:00 Intro
00:30 Setting up the car
01:19 Let’s Drive!
02:37 Costs involved if you damage the car
06:45 Turning circle in a Cul-de-sac
07:45 How quick is the acceleration from a dead stop?
09:53 What other performance cars can you get around $87K as an alternative?
13:18 Wrap-up
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Great content-super useful. And congrats on being literally the first non-press test drive (in English) out there. Bravo!
And yet didnt get any performance tests / could still dragy in the wet and see - snooze video - turned it off after 5 min of boredom
@@andrewrae50 at least this video temporarily cured your insomnia then, congrats
Thanks for your kind words!
I did what I could on a supervised drive in rain.
Yes you could risk it and dragy/racebox in the wet but I’m not one to do that. I drove it as a daily and tested suspension so people could get an idea. Thanks for watching though!
I can't wait to watch your delivery video. You know you will.
Haha time will tell. It’s definitely a quick car that’s easy to drive around!
Great video Rolland! I was able to drive the Performance yesterday as well and it’s sooo fast! Surprised your drive was supervised
Nice 👍 was your drive supervised?
@@ZappedAU nah got to go off with the car. I’ll post up my video soon, got to launch it a few times on the M4. I went to the parra dealership
Yeah mine was not supervised either
@@VoltEVReviewsAU That's what I love about the whole thing. Here in the US, at my "local" Tesla showroom, test drives are unsupervised as well. They take you to the car, show you how everything works (if necessary), ask you what kind of roads you want to go on (be it highway, back roads, scenic route, or a mix of both and then they put destinations in the nav), and then they say you've got an hour with the car to just drive it around and see how you like it. It feels SOOO WEIRD compared to typical "Car dealerships" where you practically can't even sit in a car you're eyeing in the SHOWROOM without someone breathing down your neck, let alone driving it.
I mean... it probably helps that it's a Tesla, and they most definitely are keeping track of where it is, especially if you're getting close to that hour mark.
Dude ! Great video , learnt more from your effort than all the so called professional reviews. Thanks and enjoy the Irish weather 😂
Much appreciated! and the weather hasn't changed much but starting to clear up! 😬
Thanks for the review!
Glad it was helpful!
Very nice! Looking forward to the Model Y Performance refresh🎉🎉
You and me both! I'd love to see the seats in a MYP!
@@ZappedAU yes alongside the addition of a front facing cam! Fingers 🤞 crossed!
YES! Front camera would be so helpful!!!
@@ZappedAU also for Model Y refresh--- please Tesla make the rear view digital! Will be so nice to have
Good review and camera angles.
Thanks!
Great review. How is the performance above 100 kph in comparison to your model y performance? There is still no 1/4 or 1/8 mile number published...
I’d love to know a 1/4 mile too. Perhaps a future owner is game to take it to the track. I’ll be willing to take my MYP too!
Great video! Which would you say has a quieter more comfortable ride, the Kia EV6 GT or this M3 Performance?
Both are comfortable from a ride perspective. I think this Model 3 will be overall better as it’s got adaptive suspension compared to the EV6.
Both are just as quiet. None more noticeably louder.
Awesome Rolland. I placed my order April 27th here in US. No test cars available in Miami yet. Spec’d mine in white with black interior. Can you confirm something about the black sport seats. Do they have a gray welting on the inner edge of seat and side bolsters; similar to the black welting on the white seats?
If you look at my photo here of the seats, you can see there is light grey stitching on the black seats. Is that what you’re referring to?
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Wow, finally a video of a test drive of the new M3P. How was the interior noise from plastics or assembly quality? Any creaks or squeaks, rattles etc? So happy to hear it’s comfortable!
Thanks.
Interior noise was totally quiet on my test drive.
Time will tell from the owners though. This was a pretty freshly delivered "new car".
There were no creaks, squeaks or rattles at all. There was no seatbelt banging against the door/plastics - none of it!
Great review.
Glad you enjoyed it
Did you test drive the Long Range? How does the suspension compare with the Performance?
In comfort the suspension feels very similar to the LR although better, more plush.
Also curious about this. And also maybe comparing to the air suspension of a Model S if you've driven one before?
저도 정말 궁금함니다^^
S 에어서스랑 어느정도 차이가 있을까요??
Dual motor Long range Highland is a fixed suspension not constantly adaptive like the Performance
I test drove the LR a while back. Check it out in my videos. Suspension is as Freakbeast states. Very similar to the LR except this definitely feels more plush/airy/softer as you drive. Don’t forget that the wheels on this car are bigger and tyres are thinner so it’s a good compromise.
Your excitement in your eyes replicated mine.
Thanks. It was definitely exciting being able to get into one of these so soon!
Are the buttons on the steering wheel different than on the regular Model 3? In another review, they mentioned that they were capacitive, like in the Model S.
The buttons are the same in all Highland Model 3’s. Capacitive type “buttons”
Hey mate, couple of random questions.
you mentioned there's a noticeable motor whine when you step on it - is the motor whine noticeably louder than in other dual motor Tesla's? and does the regen feel weaker than in other dual motor Tesla's?
Hey mate, it's definitely not noticeably louder. I would say it's on par/same as them.
I only noticed it more because I wanted all sound/music off for the test drive to see how cabin noise is.
Regen felt weaker but I'm not too sure if it's to do with the higher state of charge (Was around 72-73% from memory when I started the test drive)
You can still do 1 pedal driving for sure. That isn't an issue but apparently the regen now re-adjusts based on the current state of charge.
@@ZappedAU I would probably disagree, I thought the whine was slightly louder than my 2019. It sounded lower pitched than my old one too.
I guess everyone has a different view. Mine was on wet roads so perhaps that contributed to the overall noise being softer? Will need to try again on a dry day!
Like to hear you’re thoughts on how this compares to a Kia EV6 GT as a daily family car.
Demo GT’s accessible for 80k on road atm.
If an EV6 GT is 80k, I would only buy it if you’re really into the shape or really don’t want a Tesla.
Tesla has much more space and there’s no lag in the acceleration at all. I felt abit of delay (very minor) when driving the EV6 GT.
Seats in both are amazing though. Can’t complain! Although just remember that the ev6 GT seats are manual. Not electrically adjustable.
In the US, enjoyed your review, thank you!
Awesome! Thank you!
I ordered one. Wondering if it has wider front & rear bumpers. I hear it drives much better than the old M3P. Can’t wait ⚡️😎
Congrats on the order!
Based on looks, it seems exactly the same but just redesigned. No added flared sections.
How wide were the seats? I understand with the bolsters they'll hug you more but as a larger person I'm hoping they don't hug you too much
Seats were snug. Not tight/uncomfortable.
For context, I’m about 171cm and just abit over 100kg.
Bolsters around the hips are not adjustable.
Legs are resting just to the side of the bottom seat bolster. Not sitting on top.
how about usa? when can we test drive the perf? i drove the LR and feels so much better than my 21 LR
No dates that I’m aware of but I’ll cross my fingers that you get to see and drive it soon.
So far not as yet. It is on display though
As a current model Y owner i test drove this last week in Canberra.
Little did i know i was the first one to TD as informed by tesla staff.
I took it to country and quieter roads and 40 minutes later with a big smile my decision was made.
This renders the M3 irrelevant. What a fantastic future.
I haven't had even close to this much fun behind wheels.
I can recall this bend recommend speed 55 I was at the legal top of 100 (ahem) it's a 100 zone and this thing was asking me to push faster.
As a model y owner i wanted to test the suspension and so I did. I gave it a good solid test over every bump at different speeds.
Suspension is excellent especially with the tyres they seem to work so well together it's unreal grip and comfort.
Only observation I have is the brakes can feel inadequate with so much speed.
As you said Nothing comes near it.. you should go for a test drive again in better conditions.
Awesome. Thanks for writing all of that info and sharing. I’ll definitely be back for another drive one day!
wow clean!
Thank you! Cheers!
Good vid
Thanks!
Does the US version have more horsepower than the Australian version?
Yes! There's about a 50hp difference. The US one has about 510hp and Australian delivered is about 460hp
How soon are they anticipating deliveries in Australia? I have a May 28 - June 26 date range...here in Southern California.
There was a post this morning from Tesla. Delivery commences now!
@@ZappedAU but what about in Australia?
Currently showing July to September in Australia. No vins supplied yet to the best of my knowledge.
Exactly what @IXXIBoss says. July at this stage for Australia. Not too far away!
Hurry up we need 1/4 times! The slower Chinese made models does 2.8-2.9 0-60 but the configuration shows 617hp even though it's listed at 540hp for the Chinese model . US models have better battery and more hp
so jealous, ive got the highland and gained a few demerit points on my license already, maybe its for the best i dont get the perf?
Too bad your test drive was supervised.
Agree. I think you could always get the Perf but put it on Eco/Valet mode so that it's slower for most of the time!
Interesting that white is the free color over there! Here in the USA, Stealth Gray is currently the free color!
Very odd indeed. Every country seems to have a different “free” colour!
Would love to see a 1/4 mile and trap speed numbers!!!
So would I. Can’t wait for more people to get theirs!
How is the suspension vs the Long Range?
Very similar in terms of feel. Most bumps are absorbed and do not feel harsh at all. The adaptive suspension continually adjusts based on road surface so it will be overall more "comfortable". Do take note that the M3P has 20" wheels which is bigger than the LR.
@@ZappedAU thanks have you driven both? (New LR and Performance?). I get the new performance is way more comfortable than the last gen - wanting to know if the LR is the comfort pick this time
Yep! If you scroll back in my videos; the test drive was for a 3LR :) both are definitely comfortable.
I think it's time to upgrade from my 2019 model 3 performance. These are such a bargain you could spend a few more thousand on upgrades like power frunk etc. Don't particularly love any of the colours so I might go white and get it wrapped. What is the headliner material, cloth or Alcantara-like? Thanks for the videos!
If you're coming from a 2019, you will be over the moon! Little upgrades will definitely go a long way and make the car feel much better for daily use. Depending on the wrap colour, you might also want to consider black as this means you won't need to wrap the insides if you're going to a darker colour.
The headliner material is pretty much the same as the ones today. Alcantara/Suede-like materials is only on areas around arm-length height.
If you haven't watched it already - have a look at the Red M3P one I recorded a couple weeks back. There's interior panning video around on that one and should show you.
All the best if you upgrade!
Thanks for your reply, I'd consider wrapping the headliner in Alcantara too, very quick upgrade and makes it feel more luxo
Interesting thought. I didn’t know you could wrap in alcantara. Would definitely be quite luxurious!
@@ZappedAU definitely, there are a number of videos showing removal of the panels and results. If you don't mind DIY it would be a cheap upgrade too. I'm definitely going to do it, and power frunk and power driver's door too.
I thought about power frunk. Still in mixed minds. Not too sure I’m keen on a powered door!
wow they get in the car with you for a test drive now? they went back to how it used to me last year all they did was hand you the key car and say off you go you have 30 min :D
I've read some of these comments and on Facebook - seems like there's mixed reviews on this. Some have had unsupervised so perhaps the rules are changing!
This new Model 3 Performance is the same price as the Golf GTI (not even R) in my country. Very good deal
Wow - that is definitely a bargain. Which country are you from?
All M3P test drives are supervised in Australia. I drove a red one last Tue 14th May at Parramatta. I let Bella drive it first with me as a passenger. WOW! She is good! Then I had my turn. Amazing. Glad I ordered on day one 24th April here in Oz.
I drove this exact same car he's driving in Chatswood on Saturday 18th unsupervised. I think the manager was just busy but the lady said that was the first day they were doing unsupervised.
Thanks for the info and congrats on your order!
Oh very interesting. Thanks for sharing.
Perhaps I took too much time with one of the staff members and they scrapped the idea haha.
Hope you enjoyed the Test Drive! Any particular feedback from you?
They gave me a blue 2024 performance to drive in Brisbane unsupervised. I think if you already own an older Performance, they trust you to be used to the power. If you don't, they need someone with you for safety.
I had the red one in Adelaide unsupervised. Cracking car!
Did the Tesla rep pick a booger at 5:20???
Head scalp or something!
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Sales guy was picking his nose at 5:22 rolls it up and drops it on the floor
After watching the replay, there's no proof it came out of his nose, so stop concluding something untrue
@@JonoJono-fd4xt lol si what did he pick? 😂
He was scratching his head based on the other camera view :) No nose picking in this incident!
@@ZappedAU Thanks for clarifying. I'm definitely not trying to side with the sales guy because, in my opinion, the Tesla Chatswood customer team is below average. However, I always base my views on facts. Honestly, you can't even scratch your ass in a Tesla and get away with it, as we owners know how good their Sentry Mode is, lol. It's one of my favorite features, and no other car companies offer anything like it on the market today.
@@michael9678727 good eye Michael, i saw it too and was going to post at 5:18 but scrolled through comments first so credit is yours. and i think it was his nose too. even if it was a head scab he shouldn't flick it in the floor. nice post Zapped, performance looking good.
My exact car.
Awesome! Hope you get to pick it up and drive it soon!
sheesh these are a lot more expensive in Australia. In the US, you can get one of these for about 67k AUD
Everything costs more in the land down under unfortunately :(
$78,000 AUD if you don’t subtract the US federal tax credit thing. Plus I assume the US pricing doesn’t include taxes.
a AU$1.49 a month membership should be fine, its very low. you could add about 5 to 6 unique emojis (your cars, solar panels, home battery, wall charger), if people want they can voluntarily sign-up there's no pressure, also will help you out a little bit with a little bit of extra $'s
Thanks Sensei!
@@ZappedAU if you offer, I will sign up for one as one of the first :)
Why do they need a supervisor for a car with cameras all over it including one on the inside?
I presume it's more of a deterrent for people doing stupid things in a quick car!
Really? It's a 3 second 0-100 car. that is the same as a Lamborghini from a few years ago. And a lot of people are pretty bloody stupid.
When I test drove MYP last year it wasn’t supervised. Strange they are doing it with M3P now but assume people must be being complete idiots.
Could just be the location. I've tested a 3p and yp and never had someone come along unless I wanted them to
MYP has never required supervision. It’s only this new M3P that had this introduced. I never had supervision on the older M3P either.
87k is Australia 75k in canada and 55k in usa
55k usd is 82k aud though so pretty much the same price.
Decent priced car everywhere 👌
Very surprised the test drive was supervised especially it being a model 3.
with this car being as fast as it is and the speed limits being as strict as they are in Aus, I'm not surprised they won't just let anyone off the street go for a rip in it alone.
I think it was to weed out the tyre kickers and to ensure people don’t just wrap these around poles considering how quick it is.
Soft in sports settings lol
@5:18 salesman really wiping his bugger off on the seat….?
Head scalp or something!
Idk why every test drive video including mine are on rainy days lol
@JacobGagoOfficial are you suggesting the cars have a HAARP (weather control machine) built-in which is causing the rain, like in Dubai / UAE recently?
@@Sensei_888yes and they only release on rainy days lol
I was just thinking this yesterday! It was sunny when I left home and halfway to Chatswood it started pouring!
@@ZappedAU haha it happened to
Me too but in Los
ANGELES
It’s the same concept as when someone washes their car lol. It’s going to cause rain!!!
Should have gone to Alexandria, don't need to be supervised
Perhaps will need to do round 2 😉
Thanks for the video. Your comments scare me. I was just about to order one. I don’t want soft on the performance car in terms of suspension or handling. I want a comfortable ride but controlled body roll sporty handling, and responsiveness. When I hear soft, I imagine floaty and ride over handling.
Hey @vtv8man. Sorry if it scares you. Let me elaborate abit and hopefully it helps!
It was raining so I did not get a chance to take a corner hard/harder than what I would do in the rain so I can't comment.
The soft comment was in relation to it being able to eat the bumps on the road. I drove my Golf R there and always have it in sport mode so you feel every single bump on the road. The car does not feel "airy" nor do you get "body roll" like in a higher SUV (even in the Model Y)
Overall - it's a very comfortable ride and the throttle response of this car is AMAZING.
As I didn't get the test going faster in corners; I would suggest a test drive on a sunny/non rainy day and make that decision.
It's not soft, it's an entirely new adaptive system. It is well controlled but far more comfortable.
Well said!
Look up Jason Cammisa Carmudgeon. He addresses its outrageous handling abilities
Roland.. you.. must.. buy.. a.. 2024/2025.. Model.. Y.. Performance.. very.. soon..
Depreciation on the current one has hit hard 🥲
F80 m3 looks way better then this and has more luxury interior imo ..
100%!
I love the bucket seat designs in the F80 and G80 M3. They've done so well!
11:01 Bloody excuse me? Crappy C63? bruh, The C63 W204 is not crappy ☠☠, people will turn heads at a c63 shit tons more then a basic looking tesla lol like who care about performance, people wouldn't get to see the car if you are foot flat
Change to KW suspension $2500
Full IPE Exhaust system
Wrap it in what ever fancys you
Tint it to 5%
Black Edition body kit
+ The car and it's still cheaper then a model 3 performance and you will have WAY more fun. Sure the tesla is prob absolutely a bullet off the line but you aint beating that N/A 6.2L GORGOUS sound, plus you pick up girls in a Merc/Audi/BMW, not a tesla lol
Plus I want something that raws and feels like I'm driving a car to work, not some quiet car that feels depressing, imagine cruising through your favorite spot and all you can do is go fast which is not realistic in public areas, but if you have a car that is loud, still fast, and has a lovely feel to it, you are gonna enjoy that cruise 1000x better lol
Not referring to a W204. Agree that W204 is one of the meanest sounding V8's however from a general ownership/maintenance side of things; you're much more likely to have a list of stuff on a W205 C63S compared to a Tesla. I'm not referring to turning heads of a cheaper W204 + modifications. There are plenty of other cars we could throw into the list if we're talking about much cheaper + mods and turning heads. I feel we have similar taste except I wouldn't do a black edition body kit. That's just my personal view so if you have one - then I am so happy for you (and send me some videos!)
@@ZappedAU Oh which C63 are you referring to, the C63 is the oldest C63 with the 6.2, are you sure you weren't meaning a E550 W211?
And don't get me wrong, the performance is a fast asf car and looks WAY better then the previous performance but it still doesn't weigh more then a beast sounding v8
I was referring to the w205 C63S.
In Australia, you can get 2015/2016 models with higher mileage for the same price as this new Model 3 Performance.
@@ZappedAU Broooo the W205 C63S is not crappy lol I'd pick a high milage one over the new performance lol
They must of changed things. I did my test drive afew weeks back in Brisbane unsupervised. Before I went though they gave me a speel that they look through the cameras and gps so not to speed.
They also said someone previously was doing 130km in a 60km/h zone and they may have to start supervised drive.
Interesting!
All they told me was that it’s a directive from HQ around supervised drive and if you hit the speed limiter; they get notifications.
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