2024 Tesla Model 3 FIRST DRIVE - Short Australian Review

[@autopiIo7]

I really love this new type of review/video, it gets straight to the point, the editing is amazing, the camera angles are great, this is by far the best Highland Model 3 review I have seen so far. Been here since the start mate, this is the start of something great!🥂Awesome job as always

[@RyanCowan]

Thank you mate !! 🥹 That means a lot ! I only had the car for just over an 1hr, filming by myself, so I was a bit pressed for time ! But glad it came across well and looking forward to doing more videos on this car in the future. Thanks again !

[@TommyC6-z3n]

Yes, quick, but in depth review. Waiting for the Ludicrous to drop. 😂

[@mickfitz76]

Thanks. Clear and to the point. Short review told me everything i wanted to know about the highlander without 30 mins of waffling on.

[@kaspernielsen8542]

Exactly

[@kaspernielsen8542]

@@_nosikeuzoma1456unfortunately not yet

[@peterkelly1406]

The USA does not generally have roundabouts . I imagine indicating on them when turning will be a problem as the lack of a stalk means you have to find the button on a wheel that is no longer where it was in a turn .... and quickly

[@LaszloWilliamDaniel]

Not really. I drove my new M3 Highland for 4 days and i can tell you that it's not that complicated at all. You can easily turn the "exit" indicator if you find the right time in which the driving wheel is in a good position.

[@RyanCowan]

Just indicate when approaching the roundabout? No need to do it while you're turning. That said, I'm sure I can try and replicate some tricky situations in my next video.

[@robyngreen2728]

I test drove one and in all honesty it took less than 60seconds to be automatically using the buttons. I also found that with the gear shift done via the screen there was no chance of mixing up indicator and gear shift as I still occasionally do in my Y. It's a great update, so much so that I am ordering in the next day or so. If an almost 70 year old can adjust so easily, I'm sure you would too.

[@spsmith45]

Yeah, the issue is when you exit a tight roundabout. Buttons are clearly awkward and inferior in that regard. I think Tesla saved money and produced something less driver-focused. There’s a reason BMW, Mercedes and co have rejected that solution. Otherwise, apart from no accurate parking sensors, it’s a lovely car.

[@LegacyGS]

@@RyanCowanIn some states you need to indicate when leaving a roundabout

[@Truthfulnerd]

If I can put these seats in my current Model 3, I'd be a very happy man 😂😂

[@deandawiz]

they need a retrofit badddd

[@mashoook]

1:06 keeps your hands on the wheel (then left hand leaves steering wheel)😄 I was able to do a test drive about two weeks ago, highly echo the sentiments you have made about the highland. definitely love the update!

[@BoyanDobrev]

Bro this is honestly the best Model 3 review I’ve ever seen! Short & sweet. Cool music and excellent editing. And last but not least… FINALLY someone who doesn’t whine about the lack of stalks or HUD!!!

[@RyanCowan]

Thank you mate ! Really appreciate it. Absolutely love what Tesla have done with this update 🙌

[@4tune8chance65]

Good review. Im still not sold on the indicators. How do you "exit out" of a roundabout when the steering wheel is upside down? and what if your changing cars every now and again, that brain remapping is going to get hard.

[@rckeesing]

Awesome review Ryan - you content is always brilliantly honest and thoughtful - thank you 🙏

[@RyanCowan]

Thank you ! 🙏

[@NunoOliveiraSkanck]

My favorite colour! Blue with white seats 😍

[@NibblyPig]

It looks great in the sunshine but when it's overcast or in the shadows I think it looks terrible, especially the blue/black contrast with the trim

[@aaronharris2684]

man you are a great reviewer of cars. you mention all the necessary points whilst omitting all the unnecessary ones.. love your videos

[@framelessmonk1724]

Looks like Tesla improved on the areas I disliked about old Froggy. What's even better is your video! Good job by not being like so many others filling out their videos with useless fluff to extend the time. Straight to the point, catchy jazzy background music, clean videography and presents all the pertinent info for viewers. Two stubby thumbs up mate!

[@RyanCowan]

Thanks mate !

[@JonNewell]

Can’t wait to see the performance version, this makes the old model 3 look really dated.

[@Aarav_Vispute]

I have been in this car and i can not explain how good it is just go in one and idk how to explain how good it is ! Waiting for it to come in the model y 😂

[@Thecsyu]

Best Model 3 review to date, he addresses the facts without unnecessary complaints. Keep up the good work!

[@RyanCowan]

Thank you ! It was honestly impossible not to be hyped and positive about this car, they've done an amazing job

[@that_beetle_guy]

Show us how you indicate while existing a round about lol

[@suhaskasu9861]

From the way u said rgb lighting I can clearly see that u are not a car guy. In my opinion some parts should be as it is.

[@RyanCowan]

Please explain ...

[@oggyoggy1299]

“Some parts should be as it is”. It’s obvious you’re not a car guy.

[@peppep4545]

I love the new Model 3! Tesla has the best Cars in the world.

[@Licks61SG]

My first EV. Patiently waiting for my VIN/ETA 😬. Thanks for the video!

[@notacarguy_au]

Somehow I had missed the cover for the cup holders. That’s a nice touch. Though I’d never use it as it’s important to hydrate. 😉

[@RyanCowan]

Lee, you've commented on the least interesting thing about this car 😂 Tell me what you're really excited for?

[@TheMelbournelad]

2:40 the Uber friendly door release 😜

[@RyanCowan]

hahaha yep !

[@TheWannabeGeek]

Absolutley love this First Drive Review mate. So good. I am so so tempted :) If the Model Y comes out with these updates soon, I may have to just order one. I was in Melbourne for the last 3 days with work and My Brother was using my Model 3. I think I have him sold 😂

[@RyanCowan]

Thanks mate !! I agree, put these updates in the Model Y and it would be impossible to resist 😂 Good job converting your brother as well !!

[@DP-zi4cj]

Nah no stalks is a deal breaker im not "getting used to" shitty design. Driving on the roundabouts and indicating when the steering wheel is upside down is just a stupid design choice. Bad decision.

[@RyanCowan]

Fair enough, but at least take it for a drive and see for yourself. It's the opposite of shitty design in my opinion.

[@ansonwong5490]

May I ask if the cabin noise is quieter than the model y?

[@RyanCowan]

Didn't notice a big difference in this department

[@Thanx4alldafish]

Great review mate, simple, well made and to the point! I would've purchased this car if I wasn't in need of a practical family vehicle. Looks great in the blue with those wheels too!

[@RyanCowan]

Thanks mate ! Appreciate it. And same with us-if we didn't need the bigger size of the Model Y, we'd def consider the new 3.

[@M4rt_FX]

Very comprehensive well presented /edited review, well done! Highland bound to be a big hit in Australia.

[@RyanCowan]

Thank you !! ☺ and yeah, I reckon they'll sell like hotcakes ! Best EV you can buy in Australia in my opinion.

[@zefrogi]

Looks great! Think I'll still wait for the Model Y Juniper update.

[@KameelMotionFit]

Comparing to your Model Y ? Cabin noise and ride quality?

[@RyanCowan]

Much better ride quality in new 3, cabin noise seemed comparable to our Y, but I believe new 3 should be slightly better.

[@sheryltrainor3784]

Great review as always Ryan. I test drove one in NZ and fell in love with it and like you I was use to the indicators within 15mins of driving it and now I prefer it. I have sold my 2023 Model 3 to purchase the new Highland so just waiting for it to arrive now. Keep up the good reviews I really enjoy watching your videos they are always so informative, honest and light hearted. Thanks

[@RyanCowan]

Congrats !! And thank you ☺️ Very excited for you to get your new Model 3 !

[@tafl-9198]

Model S is much nicer than Model 3. Dont know why people keep comparing the Highland to the Model S.

[@sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298]

Hopefully that hard ride has been sorted out too. This looks very fresh and neat.

[@RyanCowan]

It has 😁 Much better suspension, feels like driving a German car

[@sithabelamandlawenkosiwodu6298]

@@RyanCowan wow! That's very good to hear.

[@MohaymenShoaib]

Compared to your Model Y how is the ride quality, suspension etc? Is it better or about the same?

[@mashoook]

I'm currently driving a model y. Ride quality and suspension is definitely better in the highland.

[@RyanCowan]

Significantly better !! Feels like driving a German-built car

[@TreyDongzz]

I love the rear of the new Model 3, the front lights I'm not quite a fan of yet. I do like the improvements but still wished there were gear stocks.

[@erikdouglass4153]

I didnt see any short Australians, but thanks!

[@İsmetÖzkolay]

dark blue color would be better for this car some different lightinings from cam angle in this video you can see

[@noahk9204]

This was such a good review! So well edited, great music and audio. You’ve gone a long way 🤩 so excited to get mine, black with black interior. Still no update on the delivery date just says Jan-March sadly

[@RyanCowan]

Thank you ! And congrats on your new 3 arriving soon hopefully-very excited for you !

[@KevinWuPlus]

This is the first video I saw that no negative comments about the new model, can’t believe you said removing the indicator stalk is a good move, so there’s no roundabout in Australia then?! If you exit the roundabout, before you don’t need to look at the wheel, no you need to pay attention before pressing, it’s quite dangerous

[@RyanCowan]

Not everyone is going to have the same opinion on the removal of the stalks 👍 I'm a big fan of what Tesla are doing. And I never indicate to exit a roundabout, it's not required. But I'll be sure to cover this in my next video.

[@KevinWuPlus]

@@RyanCowan Yeah it’s probably not required, but it’s require when taught by driving instructor here in UK. We have to indicate, this is to help indicate other drivers at the give way roundabout when they can make a move, so it’s safer.

[@frank6708]

​In Europe it is very anti-social if you do not indicate directions when leaving the roundabout. If you don't do it during your driving test, you fail. @@RyanCowan

[@JohnPaulHales]

Yes I think Ryan is in his own little world here, it is required to indicate off a roundabout in Australia unless it’s a mini roundabout. And it’s common courtesy to let drivers know that you are leaving so they can enter. I can see law suits when drivers have their arms broken by the airbag while attempting to indicate while the wheel is turned 90 degrees.

[@swt-au]

@@RyanCowan It's incorrect to say that indicating is not required when exiting a roundabout in Australia. In the ACT, NT, QLD and SA, indicating left is required when exiting according to their road rules. In NSW, VIC and WA, this is a requirement as well, with the caveat "if practical/feasible".

[@MarksElectricLife]

Great review Ryan, thanks ! Got me thinking of an update but think I’ll wait for bidirectional charging to be added to M3

[@oggyoggy1299]

Just ordered one. RWD is SO cheap now. Plus the government rebate.

[@44nebuchadnezzar]

“It keeps your hands on the wheel” (proceeds to put hand on lap)

[@RyanCowan]

😂 I should have picked that up in the edit !!! 🤦‍♂️

[@44nebuchadnezzar]

@@RyanCowan still a great video. All in good fun

[@marcusgeorge1825]

The model Y handling is exceptional? You obviously haven’t driven many cars…

[@DeeKay1911]

1:04 "It keep your hands on the wheel" - while taking hand off wheel 😀 Great video though - I have a 2021 blue Model 3 and damn... Looks like I'm going blue again next time.

[@RyanCowan]

😂🤦‍♂️ Not sure what my editing brain was thinking when I put that clip in !! Thanks for watching mate, and yes the blue looked great !

[@DSCKottawa]

Gonna do a test drive in Mulgrave tomorrow

[@RyanCowan]

Nice ! Let me know what u think

[@DSCKottawa]

@@RyanCowan The new seats are great, but the turn signal buttons on the steering wheel will take some getting used to. Definitely feels like it's more intended for full self driving.

[@MrBigsmile66]

Grrrrrr. My email today. We regret to inform you that deliveries of Model 3 in Australia will be paused from close of business 17 January 2024. Same issues as BYD! This pause is related to a technical compliance matter that we are working closely with the relevant authorities to resolve.

[@carlobionda5609]

Hey love you’re channel great content, just a quick question what is the ground clearance like it looks low in the video and my concern would be scraping on some of the steep driveways around

[@savlort]

I've ordered mine and can't wait to get behind the wheel!

[@RyanCowan]

Congrats ! You'll love it. Such a beautiful car, both to drive and look at !

[@savlort]

@@RyanCowan Thanks mate! I'm sure I will. It's going to be quite a revolutionary experience for me.

[@DavidWagelmans]

love your videos Ryan . Great mini review.

[@RyanCowan]

Thanks !

[@gooldii1]

3:40 What does He say? "Just how??? Good? group? the suspencion is"? I am German, and i cant understand it, undertitle says "Good".

[@cai0]

I didn't understand the blind spot led light part. Even paused the video but couldn't see it. Does the light strip act as a blind spot indicator? That'd be cool.

[@rijo2592]

No it’s a small red light not part of the light strip. It’s barely noticeable in my opinion. Wish it was brighter/bigger

[@amrindersingh3949]

CHANGING INDICATORS STAKS ARE MORE controversial THAN GEAR SELECTOR. HARD TO UNDERSTAND HOW YOU LOVE INDICATORS BUTTONS BETTER THAN STALK

[@MohammadAimanHamzah]

@ryan hows the model 3 rwd 9 speakers w/o subs performed as compared to your model Y 14speakers with subs?

[@RyanCowan]

Sound system is great in the new 3 .. but our Y's is also very good ! 😂 So in summary, not a big difference between the two.

[@glennjgroves]

Searching for indicator buttons when already turning? I would hate that. Not all of us live in a grid with (close to) 90 degree intersections. I need to start indicating when the wheel is already turned 80 degrees at one intersection, and turned 100 degrees at another. Either that or I just both break the law and increase the risk of an accident by not telling other drivers that I am about to turn at two different locations on a daily route. I don’t take my hand off the wheel to move the indicator stalk now. Probably a great car otherwise. But putting a control that both the law and safe driving requires to be used at very specific times in 360 different positions is daft. Presumably a decision made by someone who lives in a grid.

[@Udamishara89]

Great review.. also they have gear buttons just next to the rear view mirror on the roof panel 🙃

[@RyanCowan]

Yeah just for emergencies

[@danielhuynh8264]

It's a shame Model Y in Australia still ships with HW3. This is the only reason why the new 3 wins over the Y overall. Model Y size and body proportions are really good but the ventilated seats and HW4 are really important. I think it's like you have an eye surgery.

[@paigebethune4260]

Another epic video! 🤌🏼🔥

[@dabulls1g]

Sude, seriously. Excellent review.

[@RyanCowan]

Thanks !

[@jordynfreeth6009]

Why don’t we have the Model S & X anymore?

[@RyanCowan]

Sad I know. No longer making RHD

[@jordynfreeth6009]

@@RyanCowan Ugh! That’s so silly, but I’m sure there’s a method to their madness 😁😁

[@19killer44]

Only downside ibsee is having no sensors, tesla vision hey have been proven to be worse in all aspects, not something i could live with. Which sucks because its such a beautiful car

[@lprb302]

Looks great - How do you perform a quick 3 point turn using a screen?

[@mashoook]

assuming you're already going in drive, indicate right, turn steering wheel and drive. swipe down to reverse then reverse while turning steering wheel swipe up to drive and continue on your way

[@RyanCowan]

I tried this on the test drive, you just swipe on the screen. Worked fine.

[@pkerry12]

also no ultrasonic censors.

[@Gizmo1251]

Its really beautiful and so good in performance en driving and yeah you have to change your nicest for themishing indicator stocks.😀

[@pedipedi9559]

No more swamp ass with the Model 3. However, who ever takes delivery of this car needs to check for quality issues. I was aware of the Tesla low touch at delivery but that I had check the car with a list the delivery center gave me was 😢 not what I expected. But they did say if I find any issues I could refuse delivery. WTF So my highland had a misaligned front hood, trunk and two doors handles not flush to body. All the issues I had to log with Tesla app. What a let down from all the excitement.

[@donalkillackey9490]

Wow, sounds horrendous; would put anybody off. I heard you gave to pick up your new car at some depot, nobody to do the handover and nay bit even be fully charged

[@beardedfaisal]

Question: I got the M3 in December last year, so are the differences worth upgrading? Though I am so tempted just because of the looks, I still don't want to make a hasty decision. Any thoughts are much appreciated.

[@wowdesigns3417]

Got my M3 LR in June this year. Based on all the features like the LEDs, refresh interior and exterior, quieter cabin and cooled + heated seats with improved cooler for warmer Australian months, would not be a bad choice to upgrade IMo. I am even considering.

[@beardedfaisal]

@@wowdesigns3417 Thanks. That was helpful :)

[@RyanCowan]

It's basically 50% better 😂 But previous Model 3 is still VERY good.

[@beardedfaisal]

@@RyanCowan Had you said 51%, I would have gone for it :)

[@jamesm3268]

Nah don't downgrade. No uss sensors is a massive fail.

[@ErvinKortsLaur]

Great video!

[@phillydelphia83]

How did you find front parking with the lack of sensors in the latest model. It seems rear parking is decent but the lack of sensors doesn’t seem to be working well for the highland.

[@RyanCowan]

Yeah not as good yet as our Model Y with USS.

[@Spiceman333]

Wouldn’t updating from your current model 3 be a pretty big waste of resources?

[@RyanCowan]

I'm not updating and I have a Model Y

[@jordanbenger5227]

You're the best!

[@szepinn]

I have this car for slightly more than a week. Wonder how to control the rear screen from the front panel.

[@RyanCowan]

There's an app for it ! 👍

[@henvan8737]

Hi Ryan. Were you able to confirm this updated model 3 comes with Hardware-4. Love your review Henny When is the next Tesla get together?

[@RyanCowan]

Yes, confirmed.

[@Taesmith82958]

That New 3 is beautiful!!! Thanks Ryan!!!! By any chance you know the battery in the highland? You can charge it to 100% on a daily?

[@RyanCowan]

LFP battery on the RWD and can charge to 100% ! ☺

[@Taesmith82958]

@@RyanCowan yayyyy!!! Ima get the highland! I love charging to 100% like how I do on my iPhone! Lol

[@Dankpuffin]

why are the model S not available anymore?

[@RyanCowan]

Stopped making RHD

[@pkerry12]

1:23 you can change gear near the emergency button as well above your rear view mirror you don't need to use the touch screen if you dont' want to.

[@wonderboy75]

Not the most convenient position to have it in the ceiling though. I think it's just for emergencies if the screen fails.

[@bharrop86]

Whats the black rim @2:39? Haven't seen that on the Tesla website yet >_>

[@Vass122]

hiding under the aero covers - stock wheels with nut covers

[@bharrop86]

@@Vass122 ahhh I see. Any idea of the brand? Hopefully the performance model has some nice black rims as an option. Im not a fan of the the standard ones on the M3

[@shen2355]

I love it

[@86snow]

do you still have to open the frunk manually?

[@RyanCowan]

Yes 💔

[@86snow]

@@RyanCowan hopefully on the next one it will be automatic and we get a 6/7 seater in aus/nz

[@danielstoicamusic]

How do you signal going out of a roundabout?

[@RyanCowan]

That's not something we really do here, but will put this to the test next time

[@willykang1293]

You didn’t talk about blind spot detection!!!🤔

[@RyanCowan]

Our Model Y has that already. Model 3 has just added a small indicator to the sides, which I mentioned 👍

[@Japaneseyap]

correction: they are not 'taptic' buttons. They're Haptic buttons. 'Taptic' engine is a marketing term which apple uses for the vibration motor in their mac trackpads and iPhone models to create the Haptic feedback. The only word where 'taptic' exists is within apple's marketing for this component which it puts in the two device models.

[@RyanCowan]

haha yeah sorry, I used to work for Apple so the terminology is stuck in my brain 😂

[@pkerry12]

does the car still rattle?

[@RyanCowan]

no

[@flow_rush72]

You probably don’t have many roundabouts in Australia……if you did, the absence of the indicator stalk would be a much bigger issue for you, I think……

[@RyanCowan]

We have a lot of roundabouts here in Australia but we don't tend to indicate out of them

[@flow_rush72]

@@RyanCowan We better start introducing that over here too now 😂

[@BrynWoodward]

Wow so everything is absolutely perfect then? 🤔

[@Clove_Parma]

Ryan isn’t balanced in perspective as much as I like his content

[@RyanCowan]

I'm a Tesla KZbinr, not a car reviewer, so I'm biased .. but I honestly think it's great

[@RyanCowan]

lol thanks @@Clove_Parma

[@EzekielOsawe-h3f]

i love your video and also i love buy an electric cars suv one day greating from uk leeds

[@RyanCowan]

Thanks for watching!

[@anth5189]

Yea, that is what you want, a bunch of pointless crap draining the battery. Or I should say random incendiary device.

[@CanisoGaming]

My only issue with the new model 3 are the new headlights, fookin squinting pig lol

[@RyanCowan]

😂 They've def grown on me ! But took me a while to get used to the new look from the front

[@CanisoGaming]

@@RyanCowan I thought that would happen when I see it irl & saw it twice so far. I still see the old model 3 around here mostly & I definitely still think that one looks so much better. I think that front redesign would fit on the model Y so well, just not the 3

[@raymondsims537]

charging , range?

[@RyanCowan]

This was my first drive. Tesla only gave me the car for an hour. More videos to come in the future.

[@maxflight777]

Sweet review, not verbose.✔️

[@go4thewin531]

Amazing video mate! Extremely excited for delivery! The white interior will be a lot better than the black as well! When we chose the blue, we wanted a white interior, so why not go all out and get the nova wheels as well? It will be a great contrast, but I must say the car in your video, the black interior with the nova wheels look pretty bad. The contrast is definitely needed.

[@RyanCowan]

So excited for you mate !! You're going to love it !

[@go4thewin531]

@@RyanCowan Thanks mate! We took it for a test drive a few weeks ago, and oh man was it an experience!

[@Drufi]

Sexy sporty look, def improved😊

[@TreverLeung-wi7bs]

Model 3 is not as successful as the BYD

[@justinbrown2934]

I ordered 1st December, it says delivery date is before March 2024 wish me luck 😅

[@Cheadlebiker]

My wife wanted a Tesla went on test drive she couldn’t get her head around all the changes Tesla has done on its new design shame.

[@MegaUnavailableusern]

that simple interior or an amg interior. pretty sure the amg interior makes this car look stupid

[@RyanCowan]

Disagree. AMG is buttons-galore and designed for older generations

[@maxflight777]

It’s an amazing car ! *If I worked for Audi or BMW and was responsible for car design and tech .. I’d hang myself.*

[@bharrop86]

That’s a tad extreme Lol

[@jctai100]

SSSSSibilance much???? jk but not really.

[@Euromasterrace5000]

The ultimate midclass shitbox

[@jamesm3268]

Tesla vision is dog shi. All these reviewers not talking about removal of uss shows zero credibility of their reviews claiming the car is great. Glad I got my new 2023 lr before this downgrade of a highland.

[@RyanCowan]

😂 okay mate .. everything about the car is better except for the parking feature, which just got a nice OTA update to make it better and will continue to get better

[@mimartexplores]

WTF you're not a short Australian at all.

[@RyanCowan]

😂

[@Cross-xm2fr]

Teslas are bad

[@1212klan]

Tesla cars are tremendously ugly 🙁

[@RyanCowan]

I think they look incredible.

[@vasil7410]

If Tesla was responding to customer feedback when updating the model 3, I'm pretty sure nobody asked for the stalks to be removed. And you don't need to take your hands off the wheel when using an indicator stalk, even when the wheel is turned.

[@trevorglenn3215]

Yeah it’s most likely a cost / simplification thing for manufacturing. The best part is no part as they would say.

[@maxflight777]

the rear seats are still uncomfortable for adults (because of the high floor) .. (for Europeans …it needs a hatchback ..) Apart from that, it’s utterly perfect