2023 Tesla Model 3 'Highland' facelift in Malaysia - can it threaten premium car brands? - AutoBuzz

There's been a lot of talk about Tesla's competitive prices in Malaysia. Some are even saying it's goodbye to the traditional premium brands but is it really? We find out with the hottest Tesla model in Malaysia at the moment!
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[@LaPulgaLionelMessi]

Yes it is already threatening the traditional premium car brand and I'm a good example. I was considering BMW i4 eDrive 35, BMW 320i & Mercedes A250 but when the pricing of the new Model 3 is made official, I didn't hesitate to ditch the so called 'traditional' premium car brands and booked the long range version. Getting a much cheaper car with much better performance figures, better software, better ecosystem & arguably more features is a no brainer for me. In the US and China actually the prices of a BMW 3 series, Mercedes C Class, Audi A4 do not differ much from a Tesla Model 3 so they are literally in the same 'premium' class based on the price point alone. Therefore when we can get the Model 3 at a much cheaper price in Malaysia compared to these traditional premium car brands, what's not to like?

[@ledhippo]

I have an audi, a volvo, a merc and a porche. I sat inside a model 3 in pavilion damansara the other day and immediately booked one. Those car that I own didn't wow me as much as a tesla is.

[@davk846]

Wow…what’s on the Model 3 that is most appealing you ? Haven’t even test drive yet ? Why not an EQE or an I4 or e-tron ?

[@danielhuynh8264]

​@@davk846no way getting electric car from german brands even I love my 328i more than anything in the world. You can do your own research. As of right now most electric cars should be Tesla and Volvo.

[@danielhuynh8264]

I had bmw audi and merc. Yes Tesla is very different. It ll take some time to get used to but definitely no going back to buttons, annual services, petrol station and two pedal driving. Most importantly, Tesla safety alert and automatic emergency reaction is priceless to me and I really need it.

[@wensiangfong]

@@danielhuynh8264 a lot of people doesn't understand the safety Tesla bring , they think all 5 stars safety rating is the same, they didn't go inside and view the score for each categories.

[@ALZ23-bw6ru]

I have Bugatti, Lamborghini, Ferrari and my weekend car is a Maserati. But I think BYD Seal is better than this Tesla crap

[@nshon7]

4:52 If it’s your daily driver, it’ll take you less than a week to get used to and love single pedal driving. Can’t go back

[@NavarroOne]

Once you’ve acclimatized to one pedal driving you never want to go back. Such fine control from a single pedal is awesome You don’t have to use keycard. You simply have your phone on you and you can enter the car. When you walk away it locks automatically. Super convenient. Agree no moonroof shade is not optimal in the tropics; need a retrofit. Car could benefit from 360 camera view. Haven’t driven the stalkless car yet but offhand not in favor, again a retrofit can be had

[@davk846]

Keycard is for guest…many newbie tot that’s the default key 😅

[@nielsvandenkieboom5034]

Tesla is more premium than other 'premium' car brands. The others just charge at lot more money for it (and offer a worse experience)

[@MaverickEchoJuliet]

Always great to see a new review by PEJ !

[@davk846]

Everyone is concerned about the word “Premium”. Tesla is challenging and trying to redefine this word. Does all the ‘Premium’ cars have full Acoustic glasses? The EQE has a full screen left to right…that’s a ‘wow’ factor…but is it really usable or needed…if yes, then how about making it even bigger? More is not always better. Do you know Merc EVs need to be ‘serviced’ every 12k km (and yes it’s not free!) ? Is this a definition of premium? BMW has also changed their interior to have lesser parts with ‘2 screens’ and some cosmetics and bling bling…but does the cosmetics lasts ? Also almost none of the other the EVs can be as light in terms of weight….which can spoil the handling. EVs is a whole new ballgame…traditional word ‘premium’ need to be redefined especially with the Chinese EVs looking so good too with a lower price point.

[@IM-kk3jq]

To each of its own

[@wensiangfong]

Btw if you don't like 1 pedal driving , you can change it to drive like a petrol car. Which some people might feel more comfortable with it.

[@davk846]

Yeah, 1 pedal can be turn off if I recall.

[@Arpedk]

Tesla removed that feature in most places, but just takes one week to get used to.

[@wensiangfong]

@@Arpedk it seems sexy button can turn it on.

[@wardumb]

I'm not sure if you get this often but your voice sounds like DPM lawrence wong from singapore. :D :D nice review can't wait to try it in person!

[@faizalzaidin]

I do also think Tesla is not a premium brand. I may classified them as sub-premium. BMW, Mercedes etc EVs do have more premium feels especially inside the cabin. However, Tesla has incredible miles ahead in software, battery management, reliable supercharger system which integrated all of them within its powerful ecosystem. Moreover, their EVs don’t have periodic schedule maintenance. That is major plus point.

[@danielhuynh8264]

I understand how Malay does not favour Tesla as much. In Australia to get to somewhere we usually travel 20-40km. Everyone has solar panels at home and sell electricity as cheap as nothing. So it's very appealing to get a Tesla to harvest the free energy and to drive atonomously on freeways.

[@wosamosman9814]

​@@danielhuynh8264 Plus the Supercharger network is the most reliable compared to the rest 😊

[@gohkairen2980]

driven both mercedes and tesla model 3 that are of similar price point. personally i think tesla has better cabin quality. unless you're comparing to a s class but that wouldn't be fair.

[@wongcw08]

You are a butang and chrome addict 😅 US and EU car industry reports classify this as premium/luxury brand.

[@Neo.555]

Eujin, How's the sound system?

[@christophertoh6788]

How about the suspension and sound proofing?

[@mrbickity]

BTW, after you get use to using it, one pedal driving is the best "feature" of EV's especially Tesla's as it is so refined.

[@kohchungsoon6361]

Does it produce any sound when u accelerate or it’s just plain quiet ?

[@LimReviews]

If an iphone had wheels this would be it.

[@davk846]

Apple is trying very hard to produce one since years ago…still trying 😊

[@farisariffin8188]

3:45 i was waiting for that to happen hahah

[@dzl888]

Which colour combo would look the best with white interior?

[@FaZaFurhod]

ah finally a video with a new blue Tesla model 3! can the stalks be custom installed?

[@rintintinn]

Dialed down or dialed in, as in did they tone it down or nailed it perfectly with the suspension?

[@Galileo9.81]

You are lucky man~. Here in the US, we still don't see it in the showroom.

[@pcars95]

You can get a discounted model ordered directly from tesla with less than 4k down payment and a total no more than 20 grand with a ref code.

[@azlanmusa8732]

How warm is it under the hot sun?

[@mrbickity]

Also, your comments about the keycard. I haven't used a keycard in my 5 years of ownership, it is all done through the phone app and bluetooth.

[@anharbadrul7818]

Looking for signal stalk at 3:47 😂😂😂

[@KepokLekor69]

the push using screen is down for me..just make buttons or padel on steering wheel

[@danielhuynh8264]

I totally get it that it doesn't look premium. The way I explained to myself is this is the future. Sooner or later cars would only have seats. Do you want Vertu or smartphones in 2024? So do you want a current car or a future car, ask yourself. This is a brand new car that I am buying so I am buying the future. To look nicer you need to get Model S, which is 2x the price. Are you happy to pay that much for Tesla? For anyone with solar powered homes Tesla is a must have.

[@yuenkerlow3283]

Nicely put together, and it resonates with how I feel. The model S is not out or I might have gone for it 😊

[@Yathlee1]

Nicely put. What is premium? The look of the car or simply more button? At the end of the day, I want my car to be safest for me and my family. That’s my definition of premium and Tesla is undeniably safest car on the road.

[@disturbed4733]

Is it really fair when comparing price between cars to include the very expensive FSD with the Tesla when the other cards don't have FSD?

[@cellman1829]

I can't wait for this car to be available in the United States!! I'm getting the performance. This car is beautiful and the majority of the reviews are positive and when I went on a test drive I already thought it was a great car. So I can't even imagine what this new one will feel like to drive let alone own 👍🏻😎😊♥️

[@pcars95]

You can get a discounted model ordered directly from tesla with less than 4k down payment and a total no more than 20 grand with a ref code.

[@gohkairen2980]

bro trust me, this model 3 is so good i think it might rival their model s

[@pcars95]

@@gohkairen2980 wanna get a model S?

[@girltym]

Well said!

[@TeslaElonSpaceXFan]

Tesla Model 3 ❤❤

[@boyimannn5756]

The juice pedal 🤤

[@davyoa]

Tesla works on the hard stuff first ( batteries, software, Gigapress(safety & getting prices down) etc..), while legacy auto brands does the easy stuff first( interior comfort/looks/feels etc) once the hard stuff gets done, the fancy stuff can be optimized. that said.. tesla has a focus on price reduction ( so no good for early adopters) but good for s/h. but once you step in one, and considering its current price. apple to apple..theres literally no competition currently. (civic? accord? camry? arteon? -- no comparison. except perhaps BYD.. it will be interesting. especially SEAL vs M3. could it be like apple vs android ?

[@renmazzolo9676]

Yep…5 minutes was all it took for me!! Order placed 😊

[@yuenkerlow3283]

I drive a C350e and was gunning for the new C300 or soon-to-be-introduced E class as replacement. Thats not going to happen anymore as im getting the Model 3 instead. 😂 The Tesla is just too value for money to ignore. Perhaps ill get the new E in the next 5 years 😋

[@MithunKumar-wv1bv]

Me too. C350e to model 3. Will miss the 360 in our car tho

[@jordanwong5474]

I would say big upgrade, even bigger than u upgrade from c class to e class, unless u really want the rear space

[@yuenkerlow3283]

​@MithunKumar-wv1bv so looks like he was wrong when he finally said at the end of video that the Model 3 will not he a threat to premium brands 😂

[@yuenkerlow3283]

​@@jordanwong5474 can't say for sure till I start driving the Model 3. Like Mithun said though, the model 3 lacks a 360 camera, front camera, and many other features that the C350e has. Also the Tesla probably cannot match the prestige of the 3 point star yet 😊

[@deevally]

I want to get the C350e... Is it a good car to get or I should look at other cars

[@onderdoor]

when he said Haiyaa, I expected he would say, Haiyaa they forgot the MSG from uncle roger 🤣🤣🤣

[@gohkairen2980]

as a long time Mercedes fan, who has always dream of having a Mercedes myself one day, I'm converted when I got my ass into a model 3. Now my dream car is this facelifted model 3 by a huge margin. yes Mercedes provides luxury interior but I think tesla's interior feels more premium and simplistic at the same time, making it almost impossible to become outdated. also tesla is packed with tech unlike other premium brands and software update just makes it better. If you're using a car for 10 years or more, tesla would be way better than any other car brands now period.

[@naimibrahim6955]

I can see where your hand at minute 3:46 😂

[@nyeinamite]

Bang for buck this car is miles ahead if you upgrade to long range you won't find another car that does 0 to 100 in 4sec range at this price point.

[@pcars95]

You know you can get a discounted model ordered directly from tesla with less than 4k down payment and a total no more than 20 grand with a ref code.

[@FuguPuffer36]

It's a high-tech car indeed, but wait, why can't I just touch the door handle to open the door? It's supposed to be keyless/cardless entry now.

[@crj7218]

Kms a 120 battery LFP? My like desde España 🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦

[@Reddylion]

Nice tesla . Hindustan south.

[@qto21channel22]

Can't agree more. Definitely can kill supercar market in Malaysia with its acceleration and price. Totally unacceptable to me. It was like in the movie when you press the pedal and 100 turn to 200kmh in few second 😂

[@qto21channel22]

Got 17 speakers inside. Watching Netflix with big display is like at your home and surrounding by very good sound system

[@minjeh1980]

The blind spot camera is already available ages ago in Hyundai Sonata. So no big deal that tesla has it. The so-called wind noise is something that most luxury car has it. Tesla doesn't is noise in the previous model, and only now it has improved it slightly. It's not tesla is good. It only shows that tesla is just catching to others in terms of build quality. So no need act amazed likes tesla is so good, because all other cars already have it.

[@SunshineDudde]

1. There’s no resell value 2. There isn’t enough charging station in KL 3. Digital quite fragile it required longer maintenance time 4. Not suitable to drive in a city that easily flooded & heavy traffic jam every day 😂

[@MrEiman1207]

boot, is it electric or not? sunny day, is it hot or not? flood, car die or not?

[@nielsvandenkieboom5034]

Boot is electric and can be opened via app, voice command and screen as well. Sunny day is not hot at all because Tesla has tinted glass and amazing A/C (plus you start A/C from your phone so you get in a cool car and it has cooled seats with fans) Flood, Tesla has amazing water protection and I have driven mine through deep puddles and mud with no problem at all. Always take it into an automatic car wash including bottom plate cleaning. Get the Tesla, it's 100% worth it.

[@MrEiman1207]

thanks a lot bro really appreciate it @@nielsvandenkieboom5034

[@petemorbius3936]

now -8k

[@69Pappi]

The term "premium" brand and performance cars will no longer be relevant in the next decade. Current generation prefer fancy and pretty looking vehicles + EV models will eventually eat up the market of this so called "premium" brands. Waiting for S Plaid in Malaysia.

[@DjNorad]

HIGHLAND is 2024 Model !! not 2023

[@whynotstartusingyourbrain8726]

One pedal driving a deal breaker 🤦‍♀️

[@gatsbyc6806]

Rm 200k++ but inside is soulless...it's like you just bought an empty house...

[@Glee73]

It will never threaten premium cars simply because it doesn't offer anything that people buy premium cars for. if you ditch buying a premium car for a Tesla, it merely shows that you were choosing a premium car only for the brand and not much else and the Tesla is the car that truely checked all your boxes in the first place. Tesla has been selling worldwide for a long time now, yet BMW and Mercedes are still selling more cars every year.

[@engliew]

Not for long. BMW sold 2.4M last year and Merc sold 2.0M with declining growth. Tesla grew by about 40-50% yearly and will sell 1.8M this year

[@gigar9000]

I'm impressed with the minimal look of the interior but lose lack of fittings like indicator stalks, drive shifters, etc are an obvious move to save cost at the expense of ergonomics. I hope other brands do not copy this. I've been through enough to know that this is just a novelty.

[@AR-uy8yr]

An EV is still a rich man's toy...i cant afford it and dont want to be a pretender...thats a hard reality...yes i want one but can't ...

[@platoonutzeyz88]

I'm not that impressed with Tesla, especially built quality and how cheap the material feel in the interior. Yes, it's fast, so what? Every other electric vehicle will be as fast.

[@kongmj9537]

Premium car price in Malaysia, Junk car price globally for Tesla

[@user-oz4ur9kq1k]

Overhyped and not practical. it's a sub-premium car at best on par with Mazda but not the BBA. I don't think it's even near to Volvo's level of premium. Exterior- looks like a Ford or Honda kind of level. Doesn't look premium Interior- Mazda is even better. The performance, quietness, and smoothness are the norm for EVs. Not exclusive to TESLA. It's an exciting time for the car industry now. Can't wait for more new EVs to come into Malaysia

[@wensiangfong]

Wow Volvo is not premium at all. Especially you compare the xc40 and c40 which is more expensive and lesser passager space than honda city for rear passengers. Interior material feel cheap. The only thing good is the acceleration.

[@ToTunez]

​@@wensiangfongmore space doesn't mean its more premium lol

[@ikmalhafiz2865]

Youve test driven?

[@wensiangfong]

@@ToTunez I get you but is a family car.. not sport car..if the behind seat so small how premium can it be when you aren't even comfortable sitting in it...

[@mconnah1]

Mmm I bet you have never even driven one…

[@joufang6592]

Simplicity