MODEL 3 REFRESH

A GLIMPSE AT WHAT’S NEW’

Text : Martin Gillet

Since Model 3 arrived to us, you have been requesting new features and updates. You have probably followed the introduction of Model 3 throughout the past Supercharged editions.

The Tesla Model 3 is the first vehicle built on Tesla’s third-generation platform. Its main objective was to reduce the entry price for electric vehicles while not making any compromise on range and performance.

End of 2020, Tesla introduced more updates on Model 3, for our greatest pleasures. We wanted to review them as many of you are reading Supercharged at the Service Centers and perhaps the information has not reached you yet.

One of the major new features is the transition from single glass to double glass (in the front) in the latest Model 3. It might not decrease the noise level but rather optimize the warming of the car during summer time perhaps. Frunk has shrunk a little bit although no big deal. Technical material seems also updated which is making the closing of the frunk easier.

‘This is the cool part of Tesla says Bjørn Nyland : ‘They keep implementing incremental changes to their products’.

The version compared by Bjørn Nyland came with chrome delete whereas his own car was delivered with chrome. Testing the trunk, it was also highlighted that now it comes with a motorized liftgate (say finally !) for our great convenience.

Tesla also added new wheel caps, perhaps better looking as reported by the Community.

A nifty well awaited feature is the headlights update, which provides a better rendering at night while driving.

In the ‘old Model 3’, we had 2 USB A ports in the back whereas the ‘new Model 3’ has 2 USB C ports.

© Bjorn Nyland Video

Steering wheel knobs have also been refreshed to provide a better grip.

A new center console is also fitted in the refreshed Model 3, with 2 wireless spots for charging your phone(s). Inside the console, the two USB A ports have been replaced by two USB C ports. A very handy new feature is now the enclosed USB port for the Sentry mode in the glovebox.It is much safer to keep the evidence away from thieves as it can be locked in the glovebox.

A much awaited feature is also the heat pump on newer Model 3, which makes the journey even smoother.

Additionally all three versions of the Model 3 now have longer battery lives. Additionally, compared to other Tesla cars, the Model 3 gives drivers the best value based on electric range. Algorithms are still being updated thanks to the OTA updates that all Owners receive.

And last but not least, our preferred fact on the Tesla we own is the very low operating cost which is supporting Tesla sales across the world. We recommend you also view numerous videos online that walk you through these updates.

Now the floor is yours ! Let us know on social media #TeslaClubBE what is your favorite feature ? Or which one you would like to see implemented ?

Side-by-side comparison between 2021 Model 3 vs 2019 Model 3 by Bjørn Nyland https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=2pktRK8GcnE

Further reading 2021 Tesla Model 3 Vs 2020 Side By Side Comparison: What’s Changed?

https://insideevs.com/reviews/456827/2021-tesla-model-3whats-new/