Before You Buy a Tesla - Could you Live with The Model 3 Performance? (POV Binaural Audio)

[@kendahlshane3147]

Charing at home is critical to living with a BEV. Having to rely on a Supercharger is like continuing to go to the gas station but it takes longer. When you charge at home, you just unplug and leave with a full battery. It's like having a gas station at home that automatically tops off the tank.

[@TedwardDrives]

100%. It’s very hard to live with unless you can keep it topped off at night

[@Buggabones]

Right, I just unplug my washing machine and use that 240v outlet and a connector. 30 miles/h is plenty for me.

[@dbbyres]

@@TedwardDrives Right, but the flip side of the coin is that driving home, plugging in and waking up to a full tank is like magic. I don't think any reasonable person misses spending time at gas stations?

[@randreas69]

@@TedwardDrives I mean, when on the road it's time for the, uh pitstop and 12 minutes gives you a 120mi which should be plenty. A 2 hour leg is also ideal for the kids.

[@xacoklamon]

Supercharging all the times probably isn't good for the battery either. And its almost always more expensive than home charging too.

[@pointinline]

After watching literally DOZENS of Tesla ownership videos I have to say your presentation, explanations, examples and delivery are the best and easiest to comprehend that I’ve seen thus far! Your thoughts are relevant and articulate, and engaging without being overly ostentatious or numbingly boring. Genuine, accurate and honest are the best description I can offer, and that is refreshing to find on the internet! Subscribed!

[@TedwardDrives]

Thank you!!

[@tavo.simracing]

i owned a model 3 for about a year and put about 15,000 miles on it. i gotta say of all the cars i’ve ever had, this was the only car that i ever felt refreshed when i got to my destination. and i’m a car enthusiast, i track my track cars and i beat the piss out of them lol it’s nice to veg out to a certain degree.

[@megapet777]

True, I think one of the best things to do would be owning something like tesla as a daily driver, then have separate enthusiast hobby car.

[@joegangloff477]

Why did u sell it

[@tavo.simracing]

@@megapet777 since the time i made this comment i ended up owning a tesla model s plaid as a daily driver and had my track toy civic type r limited edition. it was the perfect combo.

[@tavo.simracing]

@@joegangloff477 i had the standard range plus 2019 model back when it was new and it had hella bugs and just quality issues like early model 3s were known for. i ended up eventually getting a model s plaid and that was leagues better than the model 3 i had. still had some issues like all teslas, but was the perfect daily driver.

[@whitegoodman7465]

Your not used to smooth riding or luxury cars..get a real luxury cars and bye bye tesla.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Just bought a 3 performance thank you for the video

[@rspSlime]

Same

[@gepixelt7712]

Getting my Long range tomorow! I'm so hyped!

[@DoctorSoftie]

Lol only an enthusiast would understand that driving a car slow is “abusing it”

[@flayv999]

Anyone who knows how to drive a manual transmission knows it's bad to slip the clutch

[@KGBos]

How is driving a car slow abusing it?

[@jml9550]

@@KGBos I was young once. Now as a late 40s family fan, driving fast on street is not worth the risk. If I can go back I. Time and To be be young and dumb again :)

[@anaccount7923]

@@KGBosYou aren’t using the car’s full potential if you drive it slow

[@Lazer-yi6qg]

@@KGBosbecause you are constantly stopping and starting again which adds lots of extra wear on the clutch/gears. He means like stop and go traffic or through a big city with lots of stops.

[@00tjrider]

You nailed all of the reasons I just bought a performance model 3... easy to drive, fun when you want it to be, Apple-like, worry/maintenance free, and a really nice place to be.

[@sjorsangevare]

Another addition to the mechanical sympathy thing: no waiting for the engine to warm up. You can punch it out if your driveway everyday and it will be fine.

[@selfsent5895]

You can even preheat the battery using the app, so its night and toasty when you get in 😁

[@KALI1080]

This is a massive reason I would like to replace my Subaru (that has a forged engine). It gets to -40 where I live in the winter and it darn near kills me to warm that engine up even with the block heater plugged in whenever I am not driving it.

[@panchokanpol4926]

@@KALI1080 where is this at? -40?

[@KALI1080]

@@panchokanpol4926 I live in Canada. In Saskatchewan. We get the continental extreme for temperatures because there are no large bodies of water to regulate temperatures like costal areas.

[@whitegoodman7465]

@@KALI1080 Get an Ev and you'll see how bad the battery range is in that cold of weather..God forbid you warm up a car..it aint a diesel..should have no problems starting in -40.

[@DoctaM3]

I LOVE my appliance!

[@mattbrew11]

Fuk tesla

[@BikerJim74]

You people are the worst

[@hs_doubbing]

I definitely feel with the "mechanical sympathy" thing - and my car is just an Accord V6 with a 6-speed auto. Any metal parts spinning at thousands of RPMs with friction against one another are painful to stress. Even in a Honda that you can likely trust to survive two or three hundred thousand miles, you can feel every piece of the car getting closer to death with every rotation.

[@Waccoon]

Electronics are the most problematic part of any modern car, and electric cars are packed to the gills with gadgets and gimmicks. Plus, even the best batteries will go bad, while a properly stored and maintained ICE will be driveable for decades. Oh, and rust is a thing on all cars. It doesn't matter what you buy. Everything has an engineered lifespan and it will last exactly as long as it's supposed to. Why would you stress out less (or more) with an electric car?

[@mrethantheb]

@@Waccoon Brakes on electric cars last 100k miles because of the regeneration. Battery degrades under 10% in over 160,000 miles. It's not really an argument, electric cars simply last longer, with less expensive issues.

[@EssenceofPureFlavor]

@@Waccoon Electronics exist on gas cars too. And the powertrain on an electric car is extremely simple and reliable. Electric motors don't fail, pretty much ever.

[@sidalilarbi9124]

@waccoon I as much as I love gas sports car, they do fall apart much faster than an electric due to their complexity and amount of moving parts

[@whitegoodman7465]

@@mrethantheb We've yet to see how long electric cars last..talk to me in 10 years from now.

[@cartwtf]

Finnaly. Someone who appreciates a car for what its made for.

[@amrocko]

This video is spot on. I rented a Model 3 Performance on Turo last year. I loved the efficiency, simplicity, and brutal acceleration. I live in SoCal and charging isn’t an issue. I’d seriously consider replacing my daily driver (manual Golf R) with it so long as I can keep my manual SS 1LE for weekends. Just not in the market right now.

[@DarrenA]

One month in I’ve been loving my boring, guilt-free, appliance! Agree on the Apple comparison. Can’t wait to see what you think of the Model S Plaid though!

[@MoneyShift]

This is EXACTLY right. As someone who is dailying a Model Y, I adore it. It is cheap to own, quiet, great steering, and incredible charging network. Really is easy.

[@BikerJim74]

man, they sure are pieces of crap though. Worst build quality I've ever seen

[@whitegoodman7465]

@@BikerJim74 right lmao junk for the money.."but hey im saving all this money in gas" smh idiots think they are saving money when they save it one way but spend a shit ton of it in another way.

[@TalonV9]

@@whitegoodman7465 build quality isnt bad as people make it out to be. You dont notice any of the small details unless youre nitpicking

[@rerollaccount1409]

I think you summed it up very nicely. I have a Model S (a little more conventional in the controls, so easier to transition to and quieter on the highway, but pricier) and I use it exactly the way you described - to take the stress out of my 50 mile each way commute. Having a level 2 charger in my garage ($1500 installed) makes it so I only even use superchargers on interstate trips. But I also have a convertible 2021 2SS Camaro with a 6 speed manual for when I want to drive for the sake of driving. My Camaro is optimal for fun driving, the Tesla is optimal for transportation. BTW, I am nearby in the Boston North Shore area, so reach out if you want to compare to a model S (controls & Highway ride). I enjoy your videos and don't mind contributing to the cause.

[@club6525]

I have a 2023 S plaid and I would love to compare as well

[@leroyrodrigues4885]

I just bought a 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance a month ago and I love it, that immediate acceleration is ridiculous and the handling is really darn good, best handling car I ever owned it’s close to the 2012 Nissan GTR I owned before

[@williamlong2682]

I think part of the enthusiast disconnect with Tesla is a generational thing. I’m 22 and I’ve only driven manual for about a year now. I haven’t even learned how to rev match perfectly yet. For enthusiasts around my age and younger, we’ve only just started getting behind the wheel of ICE cars, learning stick, etc. and yet they’re already being phased out. Yet for enthusiasts closer to Tedward’s age, they’ve already had years of driving experience with manuals, ICE’s, etc, which perhaps is part of what makes them more receptive and open to such transformational change. Maybe they’re more ready for something new in the automotive space.

[@audirs3564]

I agree

[@Westdar2198]

Spot on with what you said. 23 year old here still discovering the wonders of Internal combustion engines

[@Daschickenify]

Yep, I wish I was born about 30 years earlier.

[@dividedstatesofamerica2520]

@@Daschickenify *60 years earlier.

[@Daschickenify]

@@dividedstatesofamerica2520 I'm not a fan of carburetors or points, so 30 years would be fine.

[@Drive-N-Discover]

Today I was deciding to buy between tesla model 3 stranded range or Honda Accord Sport Hybrid. And good thing is that I found your video. It was really informative. You don’t talk like tesla fan boys. Most of those are facts. I live in a city private rented house it would be bad idea for me to get a tesla atm. I can’t leave that car for charging overnight but yes I can charge at my work place on regular outlet but it’s only when I’m working 8/10 hours. I’m not gonna get the full battery benefits every morning when I’m planning to go to work or somewhere that’s little far than my house. Also tesla has their problems in winter time. Thanks for your video.

[@TTGamingTrinh]

I think when you get a tesla, the house charging is crucial. I have a house charging kit and it only adds $5 to $10 to my electric bill monthly. I have the model 3 long range and it's arguably the most relax and comforting car I have driven. I love the how smooth the car is during traffic, then the one pedal driving. I agree with everything Tedward said. There are some learning curves and some stuff you have to get used to, but overall I'm really happy with tesla Model 3! I'm leasing it as well so planning to change it after 3 years!

[@Josh_b2316]

Wow! In my country you get about 150€+ added to your bill if you charge it at home

[@TTGamingTrinh]

@@Josh_b2316 where do you live??

[@Josh_b2316]

@@TTGamingTrinh italy

[@Josh_b2316]

@@TTGamingTrinh after looking into it it’s actually a bit less, but nowhere near what you spend because 0-100% is 18,25€, so if you drive let’s say 1500km a month it’s about 70€.

[@dreamcrusher112]

@@Josh_b2316 And my Cupra costs me that monthly cost each week driving to work and back. 1500km would cost me £180.

[@GT-Z-]

One of the reviews where you can say: "no need for the incredible Binaural Audio"!

[@RealAntek]

But we love to hear Tedward’s voice 🥰🥰

[@mrfishsticks266]

@@RealAntek Is like singing without instruments...

[@Fordguy1997]

Oh my god I so feel you on stop and go traffic. I always feel extremely bad about what I'm doing to my car and get in a bad mood. You made very good points, I think an electric daily would be nice. I would even consider an older Nissan Leaf or something, strictly for short distance city driving

[@xenthia]

someone finally said it.

[@CombustiveVideo]

Agree! An EV transforms how you experience traffic. As someone with a Fiesta ST and first gen Nissan Leaf, I don't at all miss driving the ST in city commutes (even though I love it to death as a car). The Leaf feels far better fit for the purpose mechanically, and hugely more efficient. Like eating a steak with a knife and fork instead of chopsticks. I just hope manufacturers can start seeing the market for small, cheap and sporty runabout EVs for people who like driving and have another car for long distances / weekends. Range = weight in an EV and 130km range is plenty for most people as long as there's something else available in the household. It's a hard sell to anyone who hasn't owned something with such limited range before though.

[@KGBos]

Can someone please explain why some people feel bad for driving their cars in traffic? Is it some kind of a kink? or a mental disability?

[@Fordguy1997]

@@KGBos I think it's neurosis

[@jakekiedaisch2279]

@@KGBos It's because heavy traffic increases the wear on cars. In manuals and dual clutches, you are having to slip the clutches a lot. Your car is having to deal with heatsoak and maintaining an idle under those conditions. Lower oil pressures at idle rpm's. Its a lot of little things that add up. Also you are burning a lot of fuel going nowhere.

[@acefighterpilot]

Your comment on having to go an office everyday really resonated for me. No, I don't want to go there. I don't really want to go most of the places I go. But I do want to drive there. Appliances aren't for me.

[@unordinaryman]

I've had my Model 3 performance for two years now - love it!

[@TedwardDrives]

It’s pretty cool how they don’t change the design much so an older car isn’t dated. Plus the software keeps it fresh

[@jwang41]

How’s the ride quality on the performance tires?

[@johnjefferson6507]

It’s a Q car. My M3P arriving in three weeks, can’t wait. First job remove model designation off of the back.

[@mholmes9262]

I have this exact model and spec, 2022. I've had it just over a year now and can say it has been the most enjoyable and the easiest car to live with that I have ever owned. I don't know if I would enjoy it as much if I depended on the Supercharger network but I have a level 2 240W charger at home, which is plenty quick for my needs and it's honestly very inexpensive to keep it charged. I think it may have added about $35-40 to my power bill? Definitely not more than that. The seats are fantastic. The ride is firm but comfortable and never too hard, especially since they updated the suspension tuning in 2021. The sound system is also one of the better systems I've heard, it's very impressive for a non-branded system. There's nothing like the shove you feel when you stomp on it. I don't regret getting the Performance model but I think the LR is probably enough, really.

[@danihellz]

That’s why I got a Y performance right next to my manual 996 C4S in my garage. Best non fan boy take I’ve ever seen - thank you 🙏

[@hiepphambui3941]

man your commentary is very comprehensible. I understand all the good, bad and ugly of living with a Model 3 after this video.

[@thejets24revis]

The problem is, as a car enthusiast, I still havent found the reason as to why I would want to drive a boring car anywhere. My car makes my destinations fun. And if im junking cars every four years why would i be worried about replacing anything on said car? Soo nope. Still not doing it for me.

[@ericstefko4852]

cool car, very impressive performance, but until they start designing the interior design to be more driver focused I wouldn't buy it. The fact that you have to take your eyes off the road to do EVERYTHING on a screen is insanely stupid.

[@jonasweber9408]

If you want you can ask the car to do it with your voice like Siri. Also they are shortcuts but you have to read the manual to know them. It’s not as bad as it seams

[@rickitysplitz7035]

@@jonasweber9408 Still a hassle.

[@jonasweber9408]

@@rickitysplitz7035 for some

[@daniel_960_]

But like in any other car? I still have to look at buttons which then are really far down so I see nothing of the road or look at the screen which has confusing software which also takes time to look at. I don’t see how Tesla is worse here, if the software works great and screen is fluid.

[@jonasweber9408]

@@daniel_960_ Totally agree.

[@fcv1967]

Tesla has the best charging experience. Try charging with a Ford Mustang Mach-E or Porsche Taycan and then you will understand how good Tesla is.

[@yhelloh]

I love coming home from college and just plugging in... charge 200 miles for a dollar vs $4 a gallon lol

[@utuberme1]

@@yhelloh are you a professor in college or a student?

[@yhelloh]

@@utuberme1 student :)

[@ogdastarwalker8341]

@@yhelloh lol how nice

[@brandonhillgoth699]

2:30 I loooove the blue with the black rims and door handles it looks SO GOOD!!!!

[@alexisaubry3801]

Owner of a Model S since 2019 and I can say you’ve made a very good summary of this appliance experience 👍

[@CarToneHK]

Its performance? Absolutely, but suspension is under damped, didn't realise that till I was passenger in one, feel sick since the mismatch between the quick steering and the under damped suspension made it float... The heavier wheels on the newer cars don't help either. To be a performance car it definitely need a set of coilovers.

[@MGRracing]

Like American cars of old 🤔😉😁

[@waheeddoesstuff]

some model 3 owners call the model s "a boat" yet they haven't gone on a road trip in something similar to a 70's lincoln continental towncar

[@yhelloh]

I think it still caters to people 35+ and in America we're mostly fat people so they need a smooth ride.

[@dreamcrusher112]

@@waheeddoesstuff probably because that's 50 years old and Tesla lovers are millenials.

[@waheeddoesstuff]

@@dreamcrusher112 yeah maybe

[@SwarupDukuria]

Late but glad found your channel. First it's so informative and second I like the cam view. I can virtually drive so many cars which I can't . Great job. #RespectTheDrive.

[@mocheen4837]

I have the Model 3 Performance as a daily driver. On the weekends I still have my manual BMW M3 and 911 S. My BMW has the full Dinan suspension, 20” HRE wheels, exhaust and tune. I love commuting to work in the Model 3 Performance. I charge at home in my garage. The Tesla is faster then my M3 and 911.

[@toolrulz8005]

My AMG E63 S will blow your M3P

[@johanbacelli7972]

@@toolrulz8005 it better for 2x the price 🤣🤣🤡 let’s say the same price that vs plade what would happen🤡🤡💀💀

[@j_merlotte5467]

@mocheen - curious, because this happened to me... because the m3p is so comfortable and drivable in traffic any situation... has it made you question the "short lived" moments where your m3 and 911 shine? Makes you wonder man, are these cars (true car guy cars like the m3) really worth it?

[@k3mikal]

@@toolrulz8005 stop eating the paint chips you find in your trailer

[@toolrulz8005]

@@k3mikal AMG does 0-60 in 2.8 seconds, watch your shoddy paint chips fall off your Tesla 😂😂👍

[@MGRracing]

Needs a display behind the steering wheel and controls for everything necessary to drive on regular buttons. The ipad does everything idea is stupid. Other than that, I have no problem with this car.

[@azoharadonis9452]

I think you’d be surprised how quickly you get used to it. After a year, other cars feel archaic and over complicated

[@93455Driver]

Thinking that Tesla may regret opening up their super chargers to other brands since it will annoy the current Tesla owners.

[@ichigo19870]

Regret? Earning a ton of money and getting more and more "PR" while talking to other Telsa-Driver? I seriously doubt they gonna regret opening up ;)

[@93455Driver]

@@ichigo19870 The Model S Plaid driver who is waiting on the Nissan Leaf to finish charging will be playing a lot a lot with their Tesla apps waiting to plug in.

[@randomnickify]

They had to, EU was about to force them by law, others would soon follow, Tesla decided to be ahead of the curve and cash in positive PR.

[@Yachtzeee]

I went from an RS3 to M3P. I absolutely love it!

[@terminatedphil]

My 41 year old self: Tedward makes a lot of sense here. My inner car enthusiast: You guys are getting seriously old! 😂😂😂

[@shaboiisaiah]

absolute love my SR+ Model 3, great time!

[@POVShotgun]

Idk I like rowing gears. It makes it entertaining. I lose track of time and feel like I teleported to wherever I was going.

[@kingoffeet4758]

Yea same, Tesla's are definitely cool and it's exciting to see how far the EV technology has come in recent years but I'd still prefer actually 'driving' a car.

[@schmid1.079]

Yep, I will always drive a manual, no matter what.

[@Cultured78]

I'm taking driving lessons (and yes I live in Europe). But for me having a bit of joy on the road (either changing gears or explore the car in not so legal manners) is something I personally like. Making your journey fun is imo something many like to do.

[@GTAmaniac1]

@@Cultured78 when i was younger and my family had a mk1 renault laguna shitbox on long journeys my dad would just go between 4th and 5th without using the clutch when he was either bored of the dead straight road or wanted to show off. He was really good at rev matching so he wasn't grinding the synchors that hard and even if it got a second or third neutral it was only a 300€ car in the end so his wallet wouldn't be that hurt.

[@Cultured78]

@@GTAmaniac1 cheap cars with performance you can take and learn the stuff like rev matching and such is something I also wanna do to make my car journeys more enjoyable. Even though I'm more of a bike person rather then a car person, I would still have both for daily and fun use

[@wintrs9161]

Teslas mechanical engineering is great. I have a Genesis sedan; a mainly Korean 5.0 V8. Piston rings blew motor, it got replaced under warranty, alternator went, wheel bearings went, windshield cracked, air struts went, and I always have to worry about its reliability while driving

[@dsan2509]

I test drove two EVs recently. Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3. This is not to be like other cars and it shouldn’t be. I really like the Polestar and wanted one. But when I drove the MD3 it was like driving the future. And I am a car enthusiast. Had many many cars from fords to fiats and all in between. I will be 65 in a few month and yes there is a learning curve but it really is not that steep. During the test drive it was fairly easy to do the things I needed to do. Yes it’s not for everyone. But this is the future. Change is hard but inevitable. Btw I should have my MD3LR in a few weeks.

[@TedwardDrives]

I'm looking forward to driving the Polestar 2! I've heard great things

[@dsan2509]

@@TedwardDrives the polestar 2 is great. I own and owned many Volvos and the polestar drives like a Volvo which is a good thing except it’s an EV. the decision to buy the Tesla was basically three things. Supercharger infrastructure, range, and the wife liked it better.

[@zakiboy2388]

The only honest review of Tesla

[@rickagfoster]

Great video! But you spent more time talking about superchargers than I’ve been had plugged in to one. For the rare long trip I ever make, I’s gladly give up having to gas up at a stinky freezing station every week. Cost savings w/ overnight rates are crazy cheap. Worth it.. (MYP, Nov 2021, Toronto Canada)

[@TheBigNate505]

Very true about the mechanical sympathy. I would agree that the supercharger network is very important for people who can't charge at home. However, for those who can charge at home, I don't think it's important. We've had a model 3 base for 2 years now and never used a supercharger, just charge at home (with a normal slow outlet). And it's not like its commute is short either, around 40 miles round trip which leaves plenty of range to spare for extra excursions after its commute.

[@TheMstwntdLMSV123]

I have an unhealthy amount of mechanical sympathy. The idea of not having to worry about warmup, running temps, and maintenance on a daily is extremely appealing. I’d rather save that level of care for a special car that’s truly worth it that I can pull out on the weekend for pure enjoyment. It’s the perfect 2 car solution if you can afford it.

[@4lc441]

It's not a performance car? Just because it doesn't handle like a sportscar or what? Seems like that would also disqualify muscle cars and the like.

[@Fordguy1997]

Performance has a lot to do with sensation in my opinion. Sure, one meaning of performance is strictly statistical - how fast is it to 60, how much power and torque does it have, etc. But the second meaning, imo, is does the car make you feel special? Much like a 'performance' of music, or theater, or comedy - does it make you feel strong emotions? Does it make you feel alive? The Tesla has the speed part, but not much driving feel beyond that. Just my take.

[@thejets24revis]

Muscle cars arent boring so theres that

[@Kelvinjan]

Haha totally agree with the mechanical things - as I've grown older and with more and more responsibilities and other priorities, I have less time to work on the car and do simple things like oil changes, tire rotations, brake jobs, etc. The M3P is a good middle ground for appliance and fun weekend car. The LR is no slouch as well with a pretty quick 4.2s 0-60.

[@SubaruPowerr]

I love that even though I’mve watched a bunch of videos I still get to know something more from you. Thanks man

[@hockeyno93]

Already own a Model Y Dual Motor and have a Model 3 Performance on order. I've often compared Tesla to Apple when people ask me about it or other EVs available right now. It just works and for people migrating to an EV that don't care to get into the roadtrip charging weeds, there's no comparison....yet.

[@Gilanandacar]

Great video. But I have to disagree about one thing. The Performance is a very fun car to drive. I use to own a Camaro convertible, and this car is much more fun to drive in my opinion. But I understand that every person has their own preferences.

[@AgentGilded]

3:08 That was the best example of this things speed. you just shift into drive and you just teleport!

[@TheElectricMan]

The Model 3 Performance is amazing

[@hyperbiker613]

I really like your reviews!!!

[@tysanders8700]

Sold my Porsche 911 to buy a performance and you literally said everything I was thinking…it will be here in 4 weeks so mot sure how I’ll feel. I did love looking at my Porsche in the garage besides driving it. Not sure I’ll fell the same way with the TM3P.

[@MrMikocouch]

@Cody hes long gone bro, in tesla heaven. #salute

[@zelo533]

​@@MrMikocouch lol true, he's in the garage looking at it, as we speak 😆

[@phantomphotography7392]

Yes but make sure you buy the Y Sports line 18 inch wheels so you don't destroy your car when you hit a pothole.

[@scottthompson5518]

Anyone who is serious about owning a Tesla will ensure they have a charging solution at home. It's really not hard at all to get home charging setup. Waking up to a freshly charged battery every morning is straight up superior to waking up to an almost empty tank of gas.

[@ayatollahlalalola]

It's more complicated if you live in a city and can only streetpark.

[@scottthompson5518]

@@ayatollahlalalola True, although many things in life are more complicated if you live in a highly urbanized/downtown area.

[@scottsword3066]

Love my AWD Model 3. I’m def considering trading it in for a performance.

[@wouterh5729]

12:30 true, but the Sr+ has a smaller battery so charging a bit slower doesn't really matter

[@mauwalker]

I love high performance cars. I have a Tesla exactly like this one.

[@GTAmaniac1]

i'm more of a slow car fast mentality than driving fast cars that's why i like old shitters that you can abuse and rev the hell out of them with minimal impact on your wallet.

[@benjaminsmith2287]

I think in the future, and I don't know how far into the future, the charging networks will be sorted out so that they are everywhere and anywhere. Go to the 7/11 and charge while you shop. Go to Shop-Rite, charge while you shop. Eat at a diner and charge while you eat. They'll be in rural areas as well. So that supercharger network advantage has a due date. Charging curves will be the advantage and kw power efficiency. I wonder if say the XPeng P7 was sold in the USA how popular it would be. The Polestar 2 is not a dedicated EV and not range efficient so it's not a great alternative to the Model 3. The Model 3 being a smallish sedan (by USA standards) with great performance is really kind of unique.

[@fcv1967]

Tesla with autopilot or FSD is more luxurious than Rolls Royce because not having to drive is the best luxury feature a car can have in 2021.

[@zoranpucar]

Dunno if I agree on your comment about efficiency. Whether range estimation is accurate or not is not relative to "efficiency". Efficiency is literally only total energy input vs work accomplished. At least "fuel efficiency" is. So cruising at 80mph will create additional drag/resistance whether you have gas powered car or electric. If electric car is "more efficient" att lower speeds, there is no way it won't be more efficient than gas car unless the electric is literally shaped as a cube and creates immense drag over 10 mph. Since we know M3P has one of the best drag coefficients it's not it. Now what you MIGHT be referring to as "efficiency" could be "time efficiency". Electrical cars do loose as soon as you need to "refill" during the trip as refilling takes time.

[@john.s]

nice location, watching this feels like therapy

[@bofa83]

I had a chevy volt and I loved it. great commuter car.

[@blackfish95]

As an enthusiast coming from a VW GTI, I think this is a fun car to drive. AND I don’t have to shift that 6 speed manual anymore :)

[@Beachtrader0007]

Engage Voice Commands by pushing the right scroll button on the steering wheel. You can do almost everything with your voice that you can do on that screen!

[@kylethompson2276]

I got a 2022 BMW M3 competition. Love the car, styling, interior, HUD, ambient lighting, tech, all the small luxury things. I’ve been considering getting a M3P to replace it but I’m worried about missing all those things. I do like the idea of the simplicity; no gears, fluids, comfort of the Tesla. Do you think I’ll miss the M3? FYI average speed in the M3 is 29mph. Not that I don’t ring it out it’s just mostly city driving in Miami.

[@whatsittoya3770]

I had a 2021 m2 competition, made the switch to the m3p about 6 months ago. The quality is definitely nowhere near the bmw, however never having to fill up gas has been great and the almost complete lack of servicing required has been great

[@SEANMcLarenP]

I agree with every single word said in this video, even with why you use apple products.

[@siddharthjawahar3919]

That subaru outback wilderness @14:15 tho!

[@loganrossignol]

I test drove a Model Y a few weeks ago and didn't realize how different newer Tesla's feel. I don't feel like my car has changed in terms of steering feel over the last almost 4 years, but my RWD Model 3 has great steering feel compared to the Y I drove. Couldn't tell you if this is just a result of my car aging and it was super damped when I got it, but I don't think that's the case because I've always felt like my Model 3 reminds me a lot of the feeling of my old GTI, so quite possibly they've just refined the cars over the years to match, say, BMW.

[@brandondannys-menary3678]

I consider myself a gear head, I own a supercharged mustang and (soon) to have a built Cummins but for a daily I would absolutely love to own one of these, even a base model. I’m only concerned about charging it. I live in a smallish town without Tesla charge stations

[@hollowtian6148]

Totally agree. To me, electric cars are just like a tool, it just needs to get the work done with minimum cost: drive in traffic, to office, grocery etc. But IMO I would buy a electric Hyundai or Toyota, those are even cheaper than Tesla. That’s really something I can get rid off within couple of years because I didn’t spend 50k+ on those.

[@danieleregoli812]

This is a seriously informative video Ted! Top notch quality. Hat off!

[@TedwardDrives]

Thank you!

[@BeanyB0b]

There might be less work to do on a Tesla (not a given!), but if something goes wrong you're going to wait over a year in some cases and pay out the ass for parts. Also, C/D found that their long-term Model 3 was not really any cheaper to own than a comparable ICE car... so maybe you don't have the same sense of abusing the car in traffic, but the net effect of driving it is just as bad as anything else from a maintenance/longevity perspective.

[@borisgorin1170]

Tesla has changed the automotive industry! These Ev’s are the future of automotive industry in America and most of the world

[@c.j.79]

I’m got mine delivered two weeks. Love it! No more gas ⛽️. 😃

[@scottcampbell5536]

Lets talk about how long those tires last and how expensive they are.

[@tjjones33]

so nice when it says 30 minutes when you park and you get a coffee and a sandwich and walk back and it only has 5 minutes left 😍

[@pgplayer1]

I just got a 2021 SR+ with only white seats as options and it was 40+ after tax, honestly if it wasn't best car I've driven till now I would dump it and could probably make a profit since they're sold out for the rest of the year. I totally agree on the ease of drive, it's just so relaxing and takes away the stress of driving for me especially since I do the same commute 5-6 days a week, being able to put it on autopilot and go about the rest of my day just makes it convenient.

[@trevorshields7347]

Love your honesty. I relate with you

[@voudescernesseponto]

Great comments and perspective! Thank you for that!

[@TedwardDrives]

Glad it was helpful!

[@flashman3962]

Superb episode. Thanks

[@clarenceboddicker7708]

Nice honest review. Subbed.

[@TedwardDrives]

Appreciated!

[@Cartelz01]

Awesome car. I own the long range model. However I wouldn’t recommend a Tesla to someone that like to drive loooong distances constantly. For example, going on a hike, a national park, camping, etc. in my honest opinion this is a car made for casual people that just want to go to point A to Point 5 (work, groceries, school, etc). This car is not for a “outdoory” person, I would look at a Jeep Wrangler, 4Runner, Outback, or any vehicle at that type of class.

[@Aceb_k]

welp thanks for the words and pushing me over the edge, time to get a tesla now!

[@bitkarek]

BEVs are not really simple.. the battery itsself is not simple and there is some heating and cooling for it etc. Maybe its just a bit simplier but its not what they say like ICE is complicated and BEVs are totally simple BTW: if you want a car you dont need to care too much to leave it somewhere, just buy something small and old ;)

[@confidentlocal8600]

"But it's just a battery and an electric motor. It's so simple, I could build it myself! It has no moving parts and requires zero maintenance!" 🙄

[@elusivespeedster]

I get the appeal. The only thing that bothers me is I’ve heard getting parts and repairs through Tesla and their ‘dealerships’ can be difficult which worries me a bit.

[@huehuehue-x3c]

I don't like the idea of having to worry about the 12v battery going out every year and when it does randomly go out, I won't be able to charge the 400v system. There are too many weird things for me (as someone who does not want to pay for a beta product) to want to spend this much money on a sedan.

[@thomas8421]

That's probably because you only hear the complaints

[@autos92]

You not worrying about all the mechanics in an EV = same as any non-enthusiast in their ICE daily 😅

[@TedwardDrives]

I wish I could just ignore all the things 😂

[@kingprone7846]

the SR actually charges quicker compared to the battery size...

[@jenniferkidd336]

That's one beautiful car!!

[@bandzwz]

i like how he says " you can park it anywhere with no concern" haha try that in San Francisco itll get the window broken so fast

[@TedwardDrives]

And you’ll have it all on video from the cameras 😂

[@kevinerickson2595]

I bought a 2018 model performance thw months ago, I am still trying to get it home, currently driving 2018 chevy volt,

[@dennismorin7506]

Don't forget about resale value. Also I can relate I love standard transmissions but for a work vehicle? Forget it

[@GreyFox405]

Yes I can live with the performance, I can be happy with a lot of power on tap.

[@Zlaterrr]

Hahaha the back door thing not closing is so true. I love my m3p tho.

[@pab3783]

Practical review. Good.

[@ithurielvoss2448]

Its a a great deal to upgrade your steering wheel to yoke steering wheel.

[@Jerrden]

I don’t see how anyone could buy this car without having a regular power source at home. Would be way too stressful for me in any other scenario.

[@theeternalnightmare2630]

What if charging at work is possible? Or an apartment with a extended charging cord?… the drainage of the modern model 3’s aren’t so bad lest alone a 30-45 min charge from a supercharger; is equivalent to any regular maintenance check time on car problems and maintenance for gas cars drivers. Perhaps a trade off or compromise will happen if the house charger is not available imo wouldn’t still be bad for a vehicle to purchase as opposed to another ICE car for someone living in an apartment.

[@karatohongkongcat]

Tesla =the new big RC CAR! But better! Lol 😆 I’ll be ordering my m3-P SOON!