Australia RHD 2024 Highland Tesla Model 3 Performance Walkaround

[@LudicrousFeed]

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[@BB-qp5xo]

So good. My pre order is grey with white interior. No regrets. First hour order so should be July.

[@LudicrousFeed]

How exciting! Not long now 🙏

[@freakybeast5068]

Same, although I went Red with black interior. Hopeless the white interior doesn't hold you up.

[@Dunnohowtodraw]

how's the car? i've placed an order for mine this morning.

[@repCanada]

Just needs a dark headliner and dark T badge up front

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yeah that would look slick

[@pw1169]

Thanks! It looks beautiful :D I noticed a Tesla car frame in the background, have you filmed that before? Our Tesla store here doesn't have one.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yup that’s probably the same one from the old St Leonards store 🙏❤️

[@moestrei]

Tom in the mini Plaid.....his natural habitat.

[@LudicrousFeed]

😆 It's easy to review a Tesla

[@TeslaStraya]

Yessssss! The colour I ordered. Looks so nice in your video, thanks for sharing it. My pickup is Chatswood, maybe if you don’t get a media car by the time I get mine you can come along for a cruise? 😎

[@LudicrousFeed]

Congrats!!! How good is a Performance Model 3 😍 Thanks for the kind offer, I’ll keep in mind 🙏😃

[@TeslaStraya]

@@LudicrousFeed thanks mate, for sure!

[@Rabs73]

What a car! Great work Tesla. Best bang for buck on the market

[@LudicrousFeed]

Honestly that price 🤯

[@Rabs73]

@@LudicrousFeed for that performance, nothing comes close!

[@deficator750]

its 88k...

[@Tommmmmmmmmmmm]

2:31 the render of the car on the screen doesn’t have the front bumper side air curtins or front splitter

[@LudicrousFeed]

Good pick up

[@matyaszabo]

it has in the software menu though at 6:52

[@Thecsyu]

Great video! Looking forward to the test drive especially over speed bump with its 5” ground clearance

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hopefully coming soon

[@Tommmmmmmmmmmm]

4:43 that rear screen is already scratched to hell

[@LudicrousFeed]

Screen protector anyone? 😆

[@samislam5946]

Anyone know as to why my delivery date changed?? It changed like three times since I put my order in and it used to say May 25th to June 22nd at first but as of this morning it says June 5th to 19th. I got a blue on black. Worst part about all this is I won’t be in the country between these dates so how will I even receive delivery? What will happen to my car? USA

[@LudicrousFeed]

It happens in Australia also where delivery dates can often be delayed. I suggest either ask your Tesla to delay delivery until your return or provide a letter of authority for someone you trust to take delivery for you in your absence

[@rossadamdixon]

The Ludicrous badge is Blue to black on all cars. It has nothing to do with the colour of the car.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Noted

[@Berretotube]

Super stunning car. Want!! 🚙 ❤

[@LudicrousFeed]

😍

[@stephensizer9917]

We went there yesterday to test drive the MYLR (to add to our M3LR). We immediately fell in love with this and nearly ordered it on the spot! We will most likely order it. One thing I was very disappointed with was the paint finish on this particular car - there was a lot of 'orange peel'. Did you notice that?

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yes Tesla paint always leaves a bit to be desired, especially when it’s not the multi coat red or white

[@dingbatt]

While the new red looks better than the old one (which my car has), I won’t pay extra again. Even in “multicoat” it’s not great. I would buy the base colour and invest in a wrap. You get a greater choice of colour and you protect your car.

[@C53Maximoff]

thank you for delivering such great content. Your videos defo influenced my decisions to buy one. expecting my model 3 LR stealth grey in 2 weeks :))

[@LudicrousFeed]

Awesome! Glad my content has been helpful 🙏

[@hal3137]

Great work Tom , how the moral at the Tesla store , given the cut backs WW.

[@LudicrousFeed]

They were professional as always 🥇

[@yggdrasil9039]

Well we didn't get the Model S Plaid but this pretty much makes up for it, and is more affordable.

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s a good compromise 👍

[@Kraziman27]

That blue looks good under showroom lights. Way better than natural light (compared to the blue Tesla's I see on the road). If only they could make a blue that pops like the new red colour.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Most cars look pretty good under showroom conditions 😁 Adding ceramic coating helps give it that extra shine when washed 🥂

[@gbw28]

I’ve got a M3P in blue and have received several compliments about what a nice colour it is.

[@Alan-xk9rk]

You lot in Australia get a good deal for the M3P but here in the uk 🇬🇧 prices starts £59,990 🤬

[@tematennis]

We also get better weather😉

[@Alan-xk9rk]

@@tematennis I know it’s just not fair 🤣

[@markeaton6734]

Was planning to get the new LR later this year but the performance is very tempting even though the LR has more than enough performance for me

[@LudicrousFeed]

For a little more you get a lot … !

[@gdayDaniel]

I really want a M3P in quicksilver. I'll hope and hold for now.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’d say it will eventually come …

[@grahamstefaan]

Ordered this exact spec ..

[@LudicrousFeed]

Congrats!

[@spiro5327]

Apparently Tesla is working on a PLAID version of this car Do you know anything about this ?? Thanks

[@LudicrousFeed]

Can you show me a source for this?

[@spiro5327]

@LudicrousFeed Actually my comment is based only on rumours. Watch Chasing Cars review on the M3P and listen to what Tom the reviewer says from 8:40

[@sbasuroy]

Looks like rage Rear seats are same as the rest of the range?

[@LudicrousFeed]

Looks similar doesn’t it? I can confirm when I get a press car to test drive

[@suhaasgambhir2432]

Hi, I was just wondering what your thoughts were on the BYD Seal Premium now that the Tesla Model 3 Highland is only ~$2000 AUD difference in price.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Yup certainly brings it a lot closer doesn’t it!

[@manchuriancandidatethe3rd101]

Ya think Tesla will fix the wheel issue you mentioned? That was a great observation you made. The wheel design should be mirror images from each side other wise, one side is aerodynamic and the other side isn't.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’ve noticed this with a lot of the Performance Model 3/Ys that have been delivered to date … hopefully with those plastic attachments, there’s a chance they can be replaced/customised to ensure directionality 🤪

[@Tommmmmmmmmmmm]

Nope, Tesla intentionally doing it to save money.

[@manchuriancandidatethe3rd101]

@@Tommmmmmmmmmmm they spend 10 billions in AI training, and bet tons of money on a charging infrastructure decades ago when they didn’t have to, so it’s probably not due to money. They cut cost really to manufacture vehicles faster/more efficient than any OEM’s by a large margin. I asked this question because they already invest $ on the M3 Performance to make the wheels staggered so making each side mirror/directional wheels makes sense this time.

[@ianburnett4605]

Judging by what I do with Chill and Standard, I wouldn't trust myself with one of them. 😵‍💫.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Having previously owned a Performance Model 3, trust me when I say the acceleration is catapultingly quick 🤯

[@robertvanzant2653]

Any new info on the discrepancy in power compared to the Panasonic batteries? will there be a software patch Tom ? Don’t like it won’t have same power as USA version . And before some pricks starts going on about how I won’t notice the different, It’s not about that. It’s about getting what you pay for and expecting the same product as everyone else.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I can discuss that if/when I get a media loan 👍

[@moestrei]

You won't notice the difference.....

[@robertvanzant2653]

@@moestreiread comment again , I’ve covered you there 😊

[@moestrei]

​@@robertvanzant2653 sorry, I (The prick) tried to be funny here but I failed.

[@kerbalette156]

Worth paint protection?

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s a personal choice and comes down to how long you intend to keep it for 😃🙏

[@natsidruk86]

Tesla cars are the best EVs. No other match.

[@LudicrousFeed]

They’re certainly great in many ways 👍

[@murdarer]

Is that the Tesla paint quality on the top of the boot at the start of the video or is it the lighting? Is this not sorted even on the latest ones?

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s not the lighting 🧐

[@murdarer]

​@@LudicrousFeed😬

[@pkerry12]

the car looks very angry :D

[@LudicrousFeed]

Mean and lean

[@AutaSupercar]

Nice car SUV tesla

[@LudicrousFeed]

The Model 3 is usually referred to as a sedan 👍 There was however also a Quicksilver Model Y SUV which looked quite nice 😋

[@kerbalette156]

With the name ludicrous I thought you would be buying one

[@LudicrousFeed]

So tempting right 😋

[@kerbalette156]

@@LudicrousFeed pretty good excuse. Surely your missus cannot reject it.

[@fatdoi003]

NMC battery... no thanks

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s a drawback but presumably it wouldn’t concern most P owners

[@moestrei]

Mine MNC has done almost 400.000km and only14% degradation. They make you charge the LFP to 100% because it needs it for balancing.

[@fatdoi003]

​@@moestrei it comforts me my battery lets me charge to 100% instead of once every few months....

[@moestrei]

@@fatdoi003 OK Mr Compfy: The LFP datasheet says cycle life DOD (Dept Of Discharge) 100% : 1000 cycles. DOD 90%: 2000 cycles. DOD 80%: 7000 cycles. But what are 1000 cycles? If you have a real world range of 400km it gives you theoretically 400.000km. So Tesla knows the warranty period will be covered just fine. But as we do not have 74 little NMC cells in parallel (which average all differences and almost never require balancing) we have now big prismatic LFP bricks and there is no natural averaging/balancing happening. They are also much harder to cool/heat. Charging to 100% means that some cells will be slightly overcharged and that overcharge will be slowly bled off by balancing resistors until they are all nicely top balanced. My NMC battery has done almost 400.000km and the degradation is 14%. Also: Charging from 80-100% is a very slow process...better move on so others can use the fast charger (RIP Tritium).

[@santoshrathod123]

@@fatdoi003there’s no evidence to say you can’t charge to 100% more than once every few months.

[@phila1992]

when Tesla is missing features it is "interesting" anyother manufacture is a flaw.. I guess when you have Tesla shares is hard to be objective

[@LudicrousFeed]

lol I sometimes forget I have shares 😆

[@AndroidTV-jm9dx]

PZ4(?) 275/30R20 Rears, 235/35R20 Fronts. The fatties on the back look great 😍Might make it hard to find Buy 3, get 1 free tyre specials... 🤑

[@LudicrousFeed]

Staggered wheels vs value at the tyre shop haha - can't have it both ways sometimes 😁

[@samislam5946]

I got that exact same spec!!! Mine arrives May 29th to June 30th!! I can’t wait

[@LudicrousFeed]

How exciting! Not long now 🙏

[@zorg8]

I look forward to your review after a test drive.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hopefully soon!

[@kennytinker24]

does comfort make adaptive supsension ride like the std range smooth ride?

[@LudicrousFeed]

I’ll find out once Tesla loan me a vehicle to test 👍

[@h2rider953]

Saw the Red 2024 Model 3 Performance in Parramatta on Saturday, very impressive, front seats felt comfortable, no stalks on the steering wheel.

[@LudicrousFeed]

I for one am glad they put the side slits back onto the front of the car. The change to the lower air intake also provides some much needed contrast when compared to the RWD/LR Bucket seats are a nice touch too 👍

[@gavinmartin4109]

This video pushed me to possibly get blue! Since red is to expensive for the tax credit

[@LudicrousFeed]

Then get it ceramic coated to make sure it’s extra shiny when washed! 🤩

[@pkerry12]

wow the carpets are dirty must have had alot of people in there.

[@LudicrousFeed]

Hottest item in the showroom right now

[@Vee2711]

You can turn regenerative braking off completely?! That’s crazy. Been wanting that for a while. Can’t wait until I get mine

[@LudicrousFeed]

It seems in track mode, yes. Otherwise there’s aftermarket products like the S3XY buttons/knobs that can help you achieve this: Gen 2 S3XY Buttons and S3XY Knob Installation Guide for Tesla Model Y kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKuThqRrqrCcjas

[@JonNewell]

Checked at the red one at Parramatta, badge is blue too. Car looks amazing.

[@LudicrousFeed]

🤩

[@Tommmmmmmmmmmm]

Imagine getting a BYD Seal over this

[@LudicrousFeed]

... and still loving it! 😁 Long Range BYD Seal Highway Range and Efficiency Driving in the Rain kzbin.info/www/bejne/an_CYaR4Zph-ocU

[@harrylo2316]

Seal Performance still represents great value and is about $15k less than the M3P.

[@fordgrunt351]

Thanks for sharing Tom 👍🏻 Legend!

[@LudicrousFeed]

My pleasure

[@SalkoSalcinovic]

It must get hot under that glass roof, right?

[@LudicrousFeed]

That’s why you need a decent sunshade: Silver Coated Model Y Glass Roof Sunshade | Can it improve efficiency? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYCkkqKCiZqFn80

[@SalkoSalcinovic]

@LudicrousFeed I have a sunroof now and I only use the tilt function, or fully opet at night. If anything prevents me from buying Tesla it'll be this. This is a wrong approach for Australia.

[@pkerry12]

this is so tempting lol

[@LudicrousFeed]

😋

[@pkerry12]

@Sensei_888 I don't sell a car after a year unless it terrable lol

[@gust9464]

This cars is amazing !! Tesla’s best car for the buck hands down !! There is a huge difference btw the performance model vs the RWD & LR. This is an M3 killer ⚡️😎

[@LudicrousFeed]

It’s a huge step up for only marginally more $ Far better value than the BMW M3 😎

[@mattyoz0]

M3 killer? Don't think so. The new M3 is going to have 530hp this has 460hp in Australia, and the BMW interior is light years in front of a Tesla for quality. All round track times the M3 will be in a different class. You get what you pay for.

[@gust9464]

@@mattyoz0 in the US it has 510 hp and with capability to reach 600 hp. I had an M3 this will hands down be a better vehicle in the US. You should test drive it. I forgot all about my M3 as soon as I stepped into a Tesla Model 3 performance ⚡️

[@mattyoz0]

@@gust9464 Wow 600hp? do you know what a s58 makes with just a tune?

[@mattyoz0]

@@gust9464 btw some of us track our cars. not just traffic light race.