NEW 2024 Tesla Model 3 HIGHLAND Review: The Best Just Got Better?

Rory reviews the new Highland evolution of the Tesla Model 3, with its fresh new interior and exterior design, extended range and compelling new price. Is it any good?

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[Ayomikun]

The old model 3 started at £42, 990, the fact that they've reduced the price for the refresh is crazy

[quitegenius]

So happy Rory is killing it with content. He was easily the best presenter on TopGear after CHM left. Reminded me of the older episodes when it used to be about cars. Anyway, I’m just happy to see him here again and making glorious content for us to watch!

[DrearyCash]

Really great car, I think the one thing that needs changing (at least for Europe and Asia) is the stalks. It’s just impractical having them removed and it’s just really Tesla finding a solution to a problem that doesn’t exist.

Overall, it’s an incredible car, but I think the Model Y refresh next year will be even better!

[bkb]

Rory's take on the indicator buttons is 100% right. It's not safe cuz once you turn those wheels, you loose focus on the road just to find the right button.

[_MS__]

Not a fan of no stalks, or no gear-lever on the steering, and no speedometer. Otherwise it’s a good gadget 😅😂

[cruiser]

Wasn't expecting to hear "open butthole" in a car review.

[The_real_dylan]

As a Ford and a Tesla owner I can’t even comprehend why anyone would want CarPlay or android auto over the built-in Tesla interface.

[petersimms]

As a mechanic of 40 years, buying my mod 3 was the best purchase I’ve ever made, mine is 3 yrs old and I’ve done 40, 000 miles without even a flat tire. I love it and I don’t need the face lift 😢. Maybe I’ll get a mod Y 😊

[ChadwickJames]

BMW drivers be like… what are these turn signals you speak about?

[BrianSss]

What a beautiful car!! I have 4 years a model 3 2019, and order the Highland model. Third week of december I can pick it up ❤

[eloneatmyshorts]

Rory covering ALL the little details the YouTubers totally missed on their reviews. Bravo on the lighting coverage as well.

[grahambarnes]

I really enjoy your reviews Rory. you do well blending your humour with information that is both subjective & objective-and i want both of those because after watching penty of your reviews i've come to trust your opinions almost as much as the information. Thanks!

[pf]

The tech that Tesla provides as standard puts other EV manufacturers to shame, particularly the German car makers.

[TheUkdan]

Tesla must be the first car manufacturer to intentionally make it virtually impossible to indicate on the exit of a small or mini roundabout. It's quite common in the UK to have to switch from right to left indication in a short space of time and taking your eyes off the road is not an option!

[blaccitachi]

Rory is quickly growing on me lol just started really watch these videos. Love his joy that he brings to these videos

[martalli]

I'm pretty sure you could just say "open charge port" to open the charge point. Also clocking in the button of a Tesla charge plug will open a charge port if the plug is close to the port. Or, you could also just tap on the port's door if the car is unlocked.

[rolandkertesz]

Auto trader is killing it with the content!

[PassportBrosBusinessClass]

I am glad to see the addition of heated & ventilated seats.

I wasn’t expecting the ambient lighting- it definitely helps.

However, I still feel these cars would be better with manual physical controls for the mirrors and steering wheel adjustment.

[dylanmelotti]

Biggest disappointment is with trying to integrate the turn signals and gear shifter onto the wheel. Legit probably the main reason I wouldn't get the new model 3 unless they revert that change. Other than that, car seem like an overall upgrade.

[bundy]

Rory is one of my top car reviewers. Great job!