An up to date model of Tesla’s Mannequin 3 sedan that was launched in markets throughout Europe, the Center East, and China final fall is now out there in North America. Reportedly codenamed “Highland” whereas it was in growth, it introduces a number of noticeable tweaks to Tesla’s mainstream electrical sedan.
From the surface, the entrance finish’s distinctive bump has been eliminated, with a sleeker hood and low-profile headlights in comparison with the outdated mannequin that Tesla says is “optimized for max aerodynamics,” which ought to imply extra vary. It’s additionally out there in two new colours, Stealth Gray and Extremely Pink.
The brand new 2024 Mannequin 3 refresh is now the one one listed for ordering in Tesla’s configurator, and as patrons noticed in different markets, there are solely two variations out there now, as a substitute of three, as they’ll select between a Longe Vary AWD mannequin with twin motors or the cheaper Rear-Wheel Drive model. For now, a minimum of, there’s now not an choice to order the previous top-of-the-line Efficiency mannequin.
The 2024 Lengthy Vary Tesla Mannequin 3 advertises an EPA estimated vary of as much as 341 miles, up from its predecessor’s 333 miles, whereas the rear wheel mannequin continues to be listed at 272 miles.
Each variations have the identical beginning value as final yr’s vehicles, however there’s yet one more change. The specs on Tesla’s web site record the highest velocity for each variations of the brand new 2024 Mannequin 3 as 125 mph, whereas the 2023 rear-wheel mannequin topped out at 140, the Lengthy Vary went as much as 145, and the Efficiency mannequin may handle as much as 162 mph.
The upgrades Tesla touts for the brand new mannequin are new acoustic glass round an general quieter cabin, improved trip high quality with up to date suspension tuning (which can be necessary), “more sophisticated” supplies for the inside, ventilated seats, customizable ambient lighting, a brighter heart touchscreen with smaller bezels and higher distinction, plus an upgraded sound system with as much as 17 audio system.