Pros Fun to drive, fun to look at, practical enough. Excellent range and charging. A Very Good electric car
Cons It’s a bit big - you have to think full-size SUV when parking - could be a bit odd-looking for some, not exactly cheap
Pros Stylish design inside and out Good to drive Fast charging and clever vehicle-to-load tech
Cons Firmer ride than some alternatives Rear visibility isn't great The boot could be larger
Pros More stylish than most mainstream EVs, athletic and refined driving behavior, comfy and roomy inside.
Cons Infotainment system has some drawbacks, lacks game-changing driving range, small front trunk space.
Tesla has made the Model 3 a better value for 2019 by dropping the price on all three of the variants listed below by $2000. The Model 3 Performance also now comes standard with the the previously optional Performance Upgrade package, which includes 20-inch wheels with summer tires, upgraded brakes, a carbon-fiber spoiler, aluminum pedal trim, a lowered suspension, and a 10-mph increase in top speed (to 155 mph).
Pros Quick acceleration and nimble handling, real-world-usable driving range, lots of future-is-now technology.
Cons More affordable variant may never arrive, driving range doesn't hold up on the highway, stark interior layout.
Pros Explosive acceleration at any speed Class leading in-car technology and driver assistance systems Easy to drive with established charging infrastructure availability
Cons Charging infrastructure in Australia lags behind the USA Some build quality issues Handling not quite as sharp as we expected
A less expensive battery pack is expected to debut later in the year. Aside from a few ergonomic issues, the 2019 Tesla Model 3 is one of the best electric vehicles on sale today.
Pros Tesla prestige at a lower price Class-leading performance and handling More technologically advanced than rivals Supercharger network access for long-distance driving
Cons Touchscreen interface design can lead to driver distraction No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay support Limited cargo capacity and interior storage