2024 Tesla Model 3 Review | Better than ever, though not perfect!

For many Australians, the Tesla Model 3 is the vehicle that really put electric cars on the map.

With a relatively affordable entry price and decent real-world range, the Model 3 has become the nation’s top-selling mid-size car and one of the country’s most sought-after EVs.

Now, Tesla has introduced wholesale changes to its most attainable vehicle in Australia. Join Sam Charlwood behind the wheel of the 2024 Tesla Model 3 electric sedan.

Fast Forward
00:00 Intro
00:47 New features
01:49 Interior, infotainment, safety
04:04 Passenger space
04:53 Luggage space
05:26 On the road
09:27 Verdict

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[srtrx]

Great review but 2 things

Dont ever change the steering, or the Regen setup they are just perfect as they are and integral to why the M3 is so enjoyable to drive.

[TB-upxi]

2 Things I disagree with -

1. The steering is superb, having owned 41 difference ICE cars before my current Tesla from High-end Germans, Alfas, Muscle Cars etc I can say that the steering is right up there with the best, the overall handling and feedback on the other hand is ok to good without being great compared to the ICE car pack that's different from the directness and accuracy of the steering though.

2. You're not driving the car like it should be driven with 1 pedal driving - you are still in on/off mode on the accelerator like you would drive an ICE car, of course you can coast in a Tesla - instead of taking your foot all the way off there is a nice "neutral" position just before lifting off completely that feels and acts just like coasting in an ICE car, if you drive it properly your right foot basically never leaves the accelerator pedal unless you're stopped at lights, after 20, 000 km I think I have hit the actual brake pedal less than a dozen times.

[zaphodsbluecar]

Has this guy ever driven a car before?

The regen is spot-on - your reviewer needs to learn how to modulate his right foot.

So much wrong with this review - obviously done zero research - for example, if you get a flat, use the puncture repair kit that is supplied with the vehicle - just like the majority of new cars. Quite a lot more wrong, borne of ignorance...

[johngaffney]

I'm happy someone reviewing Tesla has finally called out the glass roof as a bad idea, Fully agree that in our climate a solid metal roof is the go !

[jztrzbh]

what car speed limit (for example like 80, 100 km/hour etc.) for Automatic Emergency Brekanig working ?

[alastairhatt]

Only person to mention the steering being off Centre?? The one pedal system for me was no issue as you are always getting regen and adding to the battery so that’s a positive. My wife and I did a test drive two weeks ago having never driven an EV and felt right at home in it and loved it so much we have ordered one. Tried the BYD seal but that felt heavy and the accelerator pedal was lazy in response and also too many buttons when they could have reduced easily. Tesla 👍

[evilsauce]

There’s not much charging stations in Perth so how do you drive long distances in Wa?

[budawang]

You'd be crazy to buy a new ICE car in 2024.

[sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu]

Lovely looking refreshed car. Cuteish guy. Congratulations.

[livingchrist]

It costs more in Austrailia because they have to put the steering wheel on the wrong side of the car.

[hnfmr]

13.5kwh claimed vs 14.0kwh tested is "well short of claimed"???

[BlazingsNL]

1:42 the RWD version has an LFP battery and will only fast charge up to 170kW. You need the LR model for 250kW unfortunately. Makes quite a difference when it comes to road trips.

[ironsword]

8:46 "It feels better acquitted in a variety of scenarios" doesn't make any sense....I assume you mean 'equipped', not acquitted.

[gooldii]

7:08 What is the Meaning of "Darty"?

[kickupastorm]

Can I drive a Tesla in 4 years because I just a learner and by hopeful I be a p player in 2024 no rush

[chrisperera]

I thought the Model 3 doesn’t have rear cross traffic alert. It doesn’t have the radars

[hunterhomeservicesracing]

We aren’t allowed to use our phone whilst driving, but everything needed on this car is on the screen, so go figure how much distraction is taken when driving this car

[rickvulcan]

One cracked screen and you're up the clacker.

[rodsevler]

I disagree with this review. I can smell bias 👎

[Nicholas.T]

Sam, why no mention of the CONTROVERSIAL removal of the 2 stalks on the steering wheel, particularly the blinker stalk??

This has been mentioned WORLDWIDE, by many thousands of potential purchasers, as an absolute deal breaker for not going ahead with buying the car.

Why have you OMITTED talking about them completely? It really does DESTROY your credibility! Has Tesla Australia bought you off?? Appalling review 😏😏