NEW 2021 Tesla Model 3 v 2020 side by side comparison. What's changed?

Comparing the NEW Model 3 2021 model year facelift directly next to the "old" model - what exactly has changed? All you need to know...
More detailed feature comparison videos to follow including NEW headlights and is the double glazing quieter?

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[integra]

One of the biggest changes is the "heat pump

[VitaliysUnboxing]

No chrome for me! I like the new interior more!

[samjackson]

Thanks for pointing out the difficulty getting the wheel covers off. I’ve spent an hour failing to get mine off, cursing all the pre-2021 YouTube videos that say it’s really easy!

[miickyp]

Remember you can pin lock the glove box now to protect the thumb drive!

[Dr-Asim]

I'm not sure, but I think the seal on the rear hatch has some sort of holes / drain for water. So that water does not collect and fill up and run in the boot when you open the hatch in rainy weather.

[anthonyforbes]

Chrome all the way! Love the new features of the 2021 many guys does it take to change a wheel hub cover ?! Love the anorak level of enthusiasm 😎

[deansh]

Great video.

I like the chrome on a black and blue model 3.
De chrome looks good on white and red.

Only thing I'm jealous about is the heatpump!

[coss]

Yes, I too am very curious about the double glass! I would like a video of you where you make a comparison of the decibels with and without double glazing (unless they have also soundproofed other components). Ciao dall'Italia!

[CLxJames]

I cringed every time they opened or closed the doors by using the windows

[johnmansfield]

Good video two glaring omissions still in a £50k car which is shame when comparing to other premium brands.
1) ambient lighting. Surely it'd very cheap for Tesla to put some abpmbient light strips in the a r to lift the interior at night.
2) No HUD still! What have Tesla got against HUD? Would be so helpful to get even basic driving info in a HUD.

[DenisRapiti]

For me the chrome is more elegant, would have preferred it, but dechrome on its way.

[florasplace]

Don’t forget the magnetic sun visor clip!

[TheTechOnline]

So odd seeing a company that’s a mile down the road from me in my YouTube suggestions haha

[WhatTheTesla]

Great video guys. Satin black trim gets my vote! Can't wait for my Model 3 Performance to arrive!

[steveseeger]

USB C is the new standard for phones and laptops etc. You own a car a long time, it makes sense for it to be USB C which is better because it's smaller and reversible vs A which you have to orient properly and even when oriented properly it's not as easy to plug in. Also most people buying Tesla's are technology savvy.

[Tomdata]

Thank you for the video, I have a 2020 version and think the changes are a good improvement
I would prefer the chrome delete myself.
It is a shame they have not added the double rubber sealed the doors - ie fit a second silicone rubber seal around the edges of the doors, froot and boot. This is the main thing that gives the door closure a solid sound - and cuts down on wind noise from from around the doors and I found after adding an after-market seal this made a noticeable sound reduction.

[redpillgreenenergy]

I like the ability to "cover" my cell phones when I drive at night to avoid an unexpected bright light shining at my face. I have real carbon fiber on both so no worries about the gloss black.

[TJTVI]

This was a fantastic comparison video. Something I’ve been waiting for for quite a while now.

However, I do wish you spent just a bit of time going over the aesthetic differences between the aero hub caps. I don’t like the old ones but the subtle differences I’ve seen in pictures make me like the new. I just wanted to see the EXACT differences. You had them right there! 🥺

[robertfrancis]

I like all the improvements (especially the 353 miles of range).

[ThisBrownGeek]

USB-C is a huge plus for the Model 3 and newer Tesla vehicles. It is literally becoming the new standard for USB. Talking about it like it is a negative is quite ridiculous. Anyways, thanks for the video, I clicked “like” and I do enjoy your content. I am in the UK and do intend on purchasing a Tesla, so I will look you up! Keep up the great work!