One Week Into Owning My Tesla Model 3 LFP — Here's My Impressions

Ryan updates us on what it's been like to live with his Tesla Model 3 RWD for one week now. How does he care for the battery, which accessories did he get, and how has the car been holding up?

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[avr]

I just had my windows tinted recently…..made a big difference. I’m in Texas. Also, I leave my car parked at the airport for days at a time with sentry mode and cabin overheat protection on….used 20% over a 3-day trip last week.

[jaturnley]

One thing that doesn't get mentioned that's really cool and surprised me is that if you connect your calendar to the car, if you have an appointment with the address in your calendar the route will already be on the screen ready to go when you get in the car to leave for it. Of all the things that I enjoy about my Model 3, this one little thing feels the most like the future - a car that knows where you need to go before you even get in.

[MattLassota]

Awesome! got mine just over a month ago and i've got 1616 miles on it. I'm loving the RWD LFP

[greengrass]

I’m at 18k miles on my LFP. Suspension seems to have gotten broken in a bit. Rides better than when freshly new. Center caps all the way! Acceleration is artificially nerfed from a stop. Once you’re moving, the mid range and highway acceleration is impressive!
Just remember, LFP doesn’t “like” to be charged to 100%. It has a higher cycle life than other chemistries. So, you can get away with full charging. Tesla wants you to full charge it for BMS calibration and cell balancing, for SOC and range calculation. NOT for battery health.

[ryant.]

Awesome. Taking delivery of one tomorrow myself.

[slyguyaction]

So glad it's working out so well for him. We found our '22 RWD Model 3 with the LFP on a lot locally and it's the red tri-coat with 19" Sport Wheels. Absolutely love our 3. Great video and looking forward to more with this car. Thank you!!

[darrenorange]

It is a massive improvement from the Bolt...I'm not sure how you would say it is not.

[mjkramer]

Now that you're in the tail end of summer, do you still think you won't want a sun shade?

[mjkramer]

I just picked up my Model 3 RWD, and love it. I've charged at 3 different level 2 chargers that are more than 32 amps, which is the most the car can take. However, I see it's supposed to charge at 7.7kW, but all I've seen in 6kW. Is there a trick to getting 7.7kW?

[vlad]

Hey, that looks like Kyle’s neighborhood! Nice choice in vehicle and colour.

[MarioDallaRiva]

Guys, have you or anyone else compared interior temps between a white and black interior? Similar cars in the same environment.

[duraboy]

Hi guys, love your videos.
Have you planned to make a video regarding these accessories presented at the beginning of the video ? Thank you !

[johnreese]

Very well done video, thanks! Nice dog BTW! A new model 3 owner.

[mattiam.]

Regarding floor mats: that's very strange that US Tesla's cars come without. In Europe all Teslas are delivered with carpet mats. What a mystery. By the way, I replaced them with all-weather interior liners from Tesla Shop (200€) :)

[Antho]

What is your opinion about the quality of the audio system?

[vinsonhelton]

I've heard that charging to 100 percent is not good for lfp and that tesla wants you to charge to 100 percent because of the accuracy of the system that gives you the charge percentage and range etc
It has something to do with the cell voltages in the lfp chemistry.
Is this true.

[ezpoppy]

2 minor differences of opinion:

1) I’ve had my SR+ for over two years (31, 000 miles), and one of my favorite features is the interior, including no distractions (displays) right in front of me. When I get in my wife’s VW ID.4, I find the display in front of the steering wheel a minor distraction.

2) I think it’s great Tesla does not include floor mats, as most people have their own ideas as to what makes a good floor mat. I have the 3D Spyder mats, which I like a lot. By not putting any in mats the car at delivery, it allows people to get what they want WITHOUT having to throw a set of included mats away.

Other than that, lots of good info and observations here. I love my SR+!

[TYAC_red]

*Toyota Corolla* That's gold. I have been enjoying the ride of the '12 Corolla--though the rest is ugh...

[Longsnowsm]

Did you get the chance to compare the new Bolt since the refresh ride to the Tesla? I have heard the new Bolt softened up the ride and made it a lot quieter inside and that is drives much better than the earlier model Bolt. I have heard the ride is harsh in the M3 and most videos I see with this car it always sounds like there is a lot of ride noise. So it has me comparing the new Bolt to the M3 RWD. How do you think efficiency compares between the M3 and the Bolt? I have to admit I am not a fan of the M3 screen only design. It really does need a display in front of the driver and quick access buttons for common things.

[tonypaca]

comparing the comfort of the model 3 to a corola hit me in the heart because i'm thinking on getting a tesla