Tesla Model 3 2021 Review: The world's bestselling EV just got even better | WhichEV

[@Rick9482]

I just ordered a dual motor on Saturday after a 50 minute test drive. Found my no compromised driving position pretty quickly which is a big deal for me as I'm 6'2 with somewhat large feet. I drove a pre refresh and still thought it quiet, punchy and felt that using that big screen came pretty easily. I was impressed! My angst over buying a Model 3 has been going on for over a year because of quality issues and I'm pretty much sick of should I or shouldn't I line of thinking. Should be delivered before end of month. The best battery tech and charging network and the fact that everybody loves their 3. Those are the three outstanding reasons I purchased.

[@WhichEV]

Enjoy! Most people even love them if they encounter the dreaded quality issues. Technologically, they are so advanced.

[@MrEdSnowden]

I got a pre refresh (so pissed I just missed the refresh) but great car. I'll probably own a Tesla for the rest of my life. New version 11 update coming soon too!

[@Rick9482]

@@MrEdSnowden Ouch! Yeah, missing out on the refresh sucks but interesting enough, for me anyway, the old center console didn't look or feel as bad as expected. In fact, I hardly noticed it. The auto tailgate and heat pump will be noticed. My brain just got stuck on the old console when viewing past reviews but when driving the car, it didn't make any impression plus or minus whatsoever. My sale can still fall apart as me and the app are not getting on well. This buying on line needs lots of improvement. A real person is now involved but if the deal falls apart, no skin off my nose, I already have a great running car. They're the ones trying to make end of year sales so I get what's promised or I'm taking my ass down the road. Always liked that E Class!

[@clrdigital]

Just ordered my own Model 3! Can't wait to own this beauty. I don't think many cars feel that way when you drive them!

[@WhichEV]

They are very special. Like driving a vision of the future. Not a perfect one yet, but very different to traditional cars.

[@vandkay5439]

It amazes me that so many reviews ignore or forget about voice commands. It makes many of the complaints about the lack of buttons pointless. Plus, you never need to take your hands off the wheel.

[@WhichEV]

We did a survey on some EV forums and only about half of the people we talked to like using voice commands. If everyone did, fine. But if half of EV drivers don't like using voice or find it doesn't work for them, car manufacturers really should provide a robust alternative. Tesla and Polestar don't.

[@saevori4896]

Wait,,,, voice command exists?!

[@WhichEV]

@@saevori4896 It does, but it's not exactly faultless. Or that intuitive.

[@madonemt]

@@WhichEV buy an alexa device to get used to it. I used to find it alien but now so used to turning bedroom lights off or boosting heating by voice its normal now.

[@madonemt]

@@WhichEV indeed. 'Open butthole' is a little bit different as a voice command (opens charge port)

[@NickSiekierski]

Just discovered the channel, solid content and a refreshing change of pace from the generic American stuff. If you have a chance to review the Jeep 4xe it would be great to watch your review.

[@WhichEV]

Thanks Nick! We will look into that.

[@Encourageable]

With many products (eg cell phones) I prefer younger reviewers but when it comes to EVs I prefer more mature reviewers so I appreciated this review.

[@WhichEV]

Thanks!

[@batandball617]

I like that the front side windows are now ‘double glazed’ (or laminated) it helps keeps folk inside the vehicle in the event of roll over road traffic collisions. That’s much much safer.

[@WhichEV]

Lots of small enhancements!

[@batandball617]

@@WhichEV Heat pump, centre console, decrome, range upgrade, aero wheel cover upgrade, Octo-valve, side window lamination, steering wheel and headlights. have I missed anything? I’m excited for the upcoming mega-castings, 4680 cells, upgraded radar, upgraded cameras, noise cancelling software, weight reduction, cell to chassis battery, Cybertruck, 4th generation chip set and full FSD. Can you think of what else is just over the horizon?

[@WhichEV]

@@batandball617 Roadster and Plaid?

[@batandball617]

@@WhichEV of course! Then there’s model A....lol

[@WhichEV]

@@batandball617 Model 2, we reckon. The $25,000 one.

[@eero7724]

Hey you can open the charge port by just pressing the bottom part when unlocked

[@WhichEV]

That's interesting. I will try that on my own car! Thanks for sharing.

[@Samuelkings]

Thoroughly enjoyed this review. I ordered one 😁

[@WhichEV]

Thanks! Don't think you'll be disappointed. Brilliant cars.

[@mredulgolder3460]

@@WhichEV quality is excellent

[@WhichEV]

@@mredulgolder3460 Thanks!

[@domualex]

i have a tesla 3 and an e60 m5... nothing compares to the feeling of a combustion engine..is fun...is unique...

[@WhichEV]

There's a charm to it, but moving from a Porsche 968 to a Tesla Model 3 Performance, it was just different. The Tesla is loads of fun too.

[@Albert-L30]

Loved your review I recently ordered a model 3 waiting for delivery currently but I ended up going with the SR+ version instead

[@WhichEV]

Brilliant cars. Not without some niggles (does any car not have niggles?), but overall fantastic.

[@leonardmills5003]

So to open the glovebox on a Tesla you touch the car icon to come out of satnav (1 Action) (annoying for the driver who is using the satnav) touch the glovebox button (2 actions) go back to the satnav (3 actions). Every car other than Tesla you pull the latch on the glovebox and it opens (1 action). To turn on the heated rear seat if you are a rear seat passenger you just grow yourself a nine foot long arm, then stretch to interface on the dashboard, touch the seat icon to come out of the satnav (again!) (1 action) select your seat to be heated (2 actions) go back to the satnav (3 actions). On the Polestar 2 you push the button in front of you (1 action). Seriously, to operate the lights or windscreen wipers manually you have to take your eyes off the road and look at the touch screen to see where you’re placing your fingers!? I never look at the switches on my car! I feel them. And each switch operates with one action. So how do you operate the horn? Do you have to come out of the satnav, select the horn button and return to the satnav again or is the horn operated by the rear seat passenger? Or do you have to ring up your wife at home to activate it? Was this car designed by Viz Comic? Please advise me. I clearly misunderstood.

[@WhichEV]

Very true. Allegedly you can "use voice control" but from our own experience and what others (mostly) say on Tesla groups, it's not exactly effective. Only yesterday someone on a Tesla Model 3 group was talking about how often they end ups straying into a hard shoulder trying to adjust the windscreen wipers manually. The Model 3 is a brilliant car in lots of ways, but these are its flaws and you have very accurately described them.

[@JaeTheDev]

"opening the glove box is a bit hard to open". You can literally tell it to "open the glove box" LOL

[@WhichEV]

As we've stated elsewhere, not everyone wants to use voice control. Plus, what if the passenger wants to open the glovebox? They can't exactly reach across and enable voice commands on the steering wheel... the obsession with voice commands is stupid.

[@JaeTheDev]

@@WhichEV So instead of the glove box opening manually with a physical mechanism on the glove box, its on the control center, which is actually just as easy for the passenger to use as the driver. Matter of fact, it makes opening it for the driver less of a reach. Sounds like you are just old school, which is fine, and like the manual aspect of physical levers and buttons. Your opinion on the voice command helps show this as well.

[@WhichEV]

@@JaeTheDev It's more that the readers of WhichEV say these things. We represent their views, and many of them prefer a more traditional set of car interior controls. They've said this. Personally I (the guy presenting the video) don't mind it too much. I bought a Tesla Model 3 and I'm really happy with it.

[@btrts6431]

@@WhichEV Old people...🤣

[@JaeTheDev]

@@WhichEV I actually just traded in my 2020 SR+ for a 2021 LR just about 2 hours ago. White on white. I’m in love with it thus far. The heat pump is a game changer. I wasn’t trying to be critical, its just odd how some would feel that the wats of opening a glove box on one of the most advanced vehicle on the market was troublesome. I think its awesome. Glad you like your Model 3 as well! It’s an amazing vehicle! I subbed btw!

[@antoniopalmero4063]

I just bought a model 3 , yay 🥳 🎉 . It’s 4 years old and high mileage but I don’t care, it’s a Tesla model 3 and it’s mine .🥳👍🥳👍🥳👍

[@WhichEV]

Enjoy your car!

[@create_smarter]

That black trim on this car is 😍

[@WhichEV]

Assuming that's a positive emoticon... we agree!

[@dalimhossen4789]

@@WhichEV Thank for comunication

[@entertainment72]

Love love love the look of the new 20” Uber Turbines! The key card is NOT the “standard process”, the smartphone is!

[@WhichEV]

Maybe standard was the wrong word. "Default" might have been a better choice. We weren't given the option to pair the phone with the keycard in this loan vehicle.

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

@@WhichEV you were but you didn’t. Badly researched but I understand why as it’s so different to naff cars.

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

I press my ring against the b pillar. Ooh matron 😊

[@WhichEV]

@@BehonestBestitchedup Which ring?

[@vandkay5439]

@@WhichEVProbably this one: www.hautopart.com/product/smart-ring-for-tesla-model-3/

[@basti1623]

Nice review. I will get the Performance Model 3 next year, I hope Tesla will update it again until then. Just one thing I am curious about, if you drive to the Supercharger, is there any information on how many of the chargers are currently blocked? I am just kinda anxious of driving to them and have to wait for like hours :D

[@WhichEV]

Certainly, in the UK on the smartphone app they tell you and I think with the latest software update it's on the navigation as well, although we've not been able to try that yet due to the current British lockdown! The Performance is brilliant.

[@europeanweb]

7:53 You can't open the charge port externally like on other ev's Go ahead and push it and watch the magic happen ;-)

[@WhichEV]

Yes, somebody already pointed it out. Doh! Seriously improved my life with my own Model 3. So many hidden features, so little time...

[@europeanweb]

@@WhichEV Yeah I just scrolled past the comment right now, sorry about that. Thank you for a great detailed review of the 2021 model :-)

[@WhichEV]

@@europeanweb No worries. Embarrassed to have missed it considering I'm a Model 3 owner myself! Due to the UK pandemic lockdowns, I've not used it as much as I expected since purchase so not had to charge very many times...

[@darkofpri3921]

I’m hoping the upgrade means more older models available on the used market.

[@WhichEV]

The second hand prices for older models appears to be quite high.

[@gdwlaw5549]

Purchase of a Tesla 3 in the states right now gives you one year free charging !

[@WhichEV]

Yes - if only we were in the States! We're a UK publication and we're very jealous...

[@parsifal102]

Only if you buy an inventory Tesla

[@goutham03]

Nice review mate, however it would be great if you could add some security features like how the blind spot monitor, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, reverse collision alert and break, how to enable 360 degree camera etc. Thanks in advance, Cheers!

[@WhichEV]

We're planning a specific video on the FSD and Autopilot features of the Tesla Model 3. This video was a bit too long already! You can't enable 360 video on the Model 3 yet, though. It's a feature Musk is now promising but it hasn't materialised.

[@brooklynstaten558]

It’s funny to see what the older generation isn’t exactly thrilled with. Yet the younger generation who I would imagine Tesla is targeting would love these new updates and features. One small example being the chrome exterior delete option. Regardless very thorough review! Thank you for sharing.

[@WhichEV]

When you say "older generation" bear in mind who can actually afford to buy a new Tesla. It's not 25-year-olds!

[@brooklynstaten558]

So the Model 3s average customer is between 35 and 45 years old. With the majority of those cars being sold to the lesser of those two numbers. I’m simply saying features and changes that the younger of that range seem to really enjoy the higher of that range and even above don’t seem either impressed or happy with. Just my assessment.

[@WhichEV]

@@brooklynstaten558 Are you sure about that? Also, are you in America? It should also be stressed that All Teslas are the same in pounds in the UK as they are in dollars in the USA, so relatively more expensive. The car starts at around £40,000 in the UK, so the buying demographic is older than the USA.

[@brooklynstaten558]

@@WhichEV I referenced this quickly before sending out the last post. Just double checked and it seems to be fairly accurate at least in the United States. I also just referenced Tesla and did find multiple quotes saying that they are intentionally targeting a younger audience with the model 3

[@WhichEV]

@@brooklynstaten558 Sure, but the price is about 25% more in the UK, so that does shift the market. Most people we've encountered with Model 3s here are more late 30s, 40s and even 50s.

[@TheSamvirtual]

Chargeport can be opened externally by pressing the chargeport!

[@WhichEV]

Yes, we realise that now! But thanks for pointing it out.

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

Or use your Watch.

[@WhichEV]

@@BehonestBestitchedup If you have one...

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

@@WhichEV it’s worth getting one for the app!

[@WhichEV]

@@BehonestBestitchedup Already have a Garmin watch that is better for sports.

[@kynkokytsumi1931]

Nearly blew a snot bubble when i researched the insurance cost ... looks like I'm gonna have to bump my folks off for the inheritance lol - - - great review though :)

[@WhichEV]

Where are you located? Insurers for Model 3s vary a LOT. Some will charge you £2,000 in the UK, others £500...

[@WhichEV]

Also thanks for the kind words!

[@stevieb9585]

I do have to say i disagree with the key card issue you mentioned i have my tesla app set up and when I get close to my 2021 model 3 and press the door it automatically unlocks and locks when I walk away.

[@WhichEV]

People have reported this can miraculously stop working, or the seat won't automatically adjust to the profile based on the phone. Personally, although I have this set up, I still carry the key card just in case. Just don't trust it.

[@GabrielAlejandroZorrilla]

I like they got rid of the piano plastic and the addition of the matte details in replacement of the chrome details.

[@WhichEV]

We tend to agree.

[@MJ-qc2zh]

Great video, I like your work guys! Well done

[@WhichEV]

Thanks!

[@LookatBowen]

Fantastic review, I've had my model 3 for 2 days and yet to discover anything due to lockdown, can't wait to got the motorway in another tier to try out some of the FSD features.

[@WhichEV]

They are great cars! Not perfect - but far outweighed by the positives. Really nice to drive.

[@PhilT993]

Thanks. They apparently brought back auto-dimming rear view mirrors. Sun visor clips are now magnetic. Finish on the front seat controls and window switches is different. new type of gasket along the base of the rear window to better catch water runoff.

[@WhichEV]

Thanks! So many small details...

[@Sb99992]

@@WhichEV Does the rear bumper still fill up with water and rubbish?

[@WhichEV]

@@Sb99992 Yes. That adds to the cargo capacity. It's a feature.

[@davedyer3485]

Please, LCD is what you have on your digital watch. The car has an LED display panel. :-)

[@WhichEV]

Nope. It's still the same tech.

[@davedyer3485]

Might be the same tech but the same as saying a pizza is the same as a sliced loaf. Basically bread, but I know what I’d rather have on a Saturday night. 😁

[@WhichEV]

@@davedyer3485 Not really. The main difference is backlighting tech - fluorescent versus LED. But if you said LED display panel a lot of people would think you were taking about a row of lights, not a full screen.

[@Anonymouslyme1]

So many auto journalists and bloggers criticising this vehicle because it’s difficult to operate all the controls via the touch screen. That’s not fair because up you can use voice commands for everything and as such easier than a conventional car, you don’t need to look for a switch at all.

[@WhichEV]

If you like that mode of operation. If you talk to actual people - which we do a lot on social media - they don't want to operate everything by voice. This also forces all control through the driver. What if the passenger wants to change something and it's primarily operated through the voice control? Less of an issue for a Tesla, which has an intuitive and well organised menu, but the Polestar 2's pigs ear of an interface makes this more of a problem.

[@WhichEV]

@Tee Bone We wouldn't quite have said it like that, but agree with your points. Not having a wiper stalk was a step too far in minimalism, especially as the auto wiper algorithm continues to be crap on Teslas.

[@Anonymouslyme1]

@Tee Bone not sure what gives you the right to talk to me in such a derogatory manner, you would not say this to me in person. I'm entitled to my opinion and am certainly not a fool, in fact I'm a very successful and well educated person.

[@Anonymouslyme1]

@Tee Bone I don't need to justify or defend myself to you, you are a pig sir, goodbye.

[@sthammachote9483]

Just ordered Model 3 LR. Very difficult to get insurance. Do you do video on EV Insurance ? thanks

[@WhichEV]

Where are you located? In the UK, Churchill is good for Model 3s.

[@mdsumon-rk4rb]

@@WhichEV quality is excellent

[@WhichEV]

@@mdsumon-rk4rb Thanks!

[@no-oneman.4140]

Needs a heads up display, heated steering wheel and windscreen. Nearly forgot, some people need to do their job in quality control.

[@WhichEV]

Agreed on all three counts! But it's still a great car despite all that.

[@davedyer3485]

The latest builds from China have a heated steering wheel. They've always had a windscreen. :-)

[@no-oneman.4140]

@@davedyer3485 - But does it fit ?

[@lennart6012]

Heya, curious as to wether or not this specific vehicle had the FSD option?

[@WhichEV]

We don't think it did. You can still get autosteer even with the basic Tesla Autopilot. The main things (in the UK) that FSD adds at the moment are Navigate on Autopilot, with the automatic lane changing, and Summon.

[@lennart6012]

@@WhichEV I was wondering that because I was not sure if the driving visualization (road signs, etc.) would still be displayed this detailed in a non-FSD vehicle. Thanks for the swift answer!

[@WhichEV]

@@lennart6012 The info we got from Tesla was a little confusing. All cars have the hardware, the FSD is just software.

[@christopherrasmussen4732]

Alot of criticisms of having to use the computer screen to do something like turn on or adjust the wipers for example is because people haven't read the owners manual! The Tesla DOES ACCEPT VOICE COMMANDS!!!! Last time I checked there were over 90 commands available including control of the wipers!!!

[@WhichEV]

We asked on an EV forum whether people used, or liked using, voice commands. Less than half of people liked or used them. You can't force people to use voice commands. Not everyone wants to. Forcing everything via voice is a failure in the interface.

[@al28854]

@6:25 so nice to hear you use the 'frunk' reference, I would've guess the folks there in the UK just settle for 'froot'.

[@WhichEV]

Might start using that one now... ;^>

[@riverboy6112]

Would it be possible to modify my car to have these specific door handles that don't stick out?

[@WhichEV]

Actually have no idea. Probably, but might be an expensive mod.

[@dalimhossen4789]

​@@WhichEV Time-travelling is legal

[@34Realist]

the rear door is hanging on the right, and the tailgate is crooked, can't you see that? The left rear light is mounted at different depths

[@WhichEV]

I think it's possible we hadn't shut that door properly when we shot the video.

[@34Realist]

@@WhichEV ah, ok

[@derekbland5253]

Once you've set your savings, when you approach with you phone, the doors unlock and seats, mirrors and steering wheel adjust to your position

[@WhichEV]

Yes, but not on a press car when they don't give you app access!

[@DrogoNevets]

You can open charging port by pressing on it

[@WhichEV]

Thanks! Someone else mentioned that too.

[@derekbland5253]

At around 85 - 90 there is a wind sound coming from top of driver window.

[@WhichEV]

We had audio problems with this review so it might be that.

[@aquamoon3952]

I wish it still has the chrome trim around the windows...

[@WhichEV]

Some people do! I've even heard of someone reinstating it.

[@drlessismore]

I wonder if this exact car is the one they sell in the US. great review Sir 😎

[@WhichEV]

Well, the steering wheel will be on the other side but other than that probably exactly the same.

[@LarsPallesen]

You should have a serious word with your video editor, Sir. The audio levels are all over the place and worse still the audio seems to change randomly between the camera mic and your wireless lapel mic. Someone has forgotten to mute and activate the right audio channels. Very sloppy audio work.

[@WhichEV]

We know about this. In fact, the lapel mic stopped recording early on in the shoot and yet was still coming out clearly on the camcorder headphones so we didn't realise. We had to give the car back straight after shooting the video so couldn't re-do it and had to find some way to fix the audio. We either had to drop the video entirely or find a way to make use of what we had. Considering the number of views we've had on this video and the healthy effect it has had on our subscriber base, going with the very imperfect end result was the right decision! We're using a different setup now to avoid this happening in the future.

[@johnmansfield3317]

Good video. Still no nice ambient interior lighting though. Surely that is a simple, cheap fix that would uplift the interior at night and something you would expect on a £50k car. As mentioned in the video, this car is also crying out for a HUD.

[@WhichEV]

Good point about ambient lighting! They need to take a leaf out of Mercedes book (again) in that area. Done really well in recent C-class Mercs, for example.

[@seanz6586]

@@WhichEV My 2017 Tesla Model S has ambient lighting.

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

Mine has ambient lighting. PM3.

[@MrGarethrn]

The Performance Model is 1.1 secs quicker than the longe range, not 0.1 secs. Please don't mislead buyers!

[@WhichEV]

We didn't say that. We said the new 2021 Performance Model is 0.1 seconds quicker than the previous version of the Performance, pre Facelift.

[@piyushlht9]

It is launching in India in early 2021. That's why came here to check the video expected some details and figures on the screen atleast ... But ok I ll search for it somewhere else 😂😁 👍👍

[@WhichEV]

What were you looking for? There's a full review with figures and details available on the link just below the video.

[@Lesiba2]

Whoever gave the Tesla a lower safety rating is just spiteful. Tesla invented the autopilot technology and they have executed it very well as compared to other car manufacturers, yet someone still has the audacity to say that Tesla's autopilot is poor?

[@WhichEV]

We think there might be some politics behind it, and you can read the full story here: www.whichev.net/2020/10/02/euro-ncap-launches-new-assisted-driving-rating-and-tesla-does-not-come-top/. However, having to constantly jiggle the steering wheel rather than having sensors to detect your hands are in place on the steering wheel is an issue. Someone was recently arrested for sleeping with their seat reclined while using Autopilot. That should not be possible.

[@Lesiba2]

@@WhichEV I want to quote unquote what NCAP says here. "According to the NCAP, even though Tesla is a pioneer of self-driving technology, its “Autopilot” system does little to keep the driver engaged. Its distinct steering strategy gives the impression that either the car is driving itself or the driver has full control, and the system is more authoritarian than cooperative". The main reason Tesla invented this technology was for the specific reason to improve driving experience and reduce driver fatigue on the road. A system that alerts the driver to keep the hands on the wheel at all times and stops when the driver has ignored all the visual and audio warnings by the car's autopilot system disproves the notion that the system is not cooperative. If NCAP had made thorough research on the Tesla's autopilot, they would have made it a benchmark of automotive safety for all other manufacturers.

[@WhichEV]

@@Lesiba2 We agree it's a bit ridiculous. But Autopilot does have its flaws. We've been having a parallel conversation on Twitter with a Tesla owner who won't use Autopilot at all due to the phantom braking issue nearly causing an accident on multiple occasions.

[@gjwestonable]

Very good video thank you

[@WhichEV]

Thanks for your kind words!

[@lukasb335]

You might not be aware, that the 2021 model 3 charges way slower than the old one. Bjørn Nyland tested this.

[@WhichEV]

Yes, just heard this. We didn't have a need to charge our car because it came full and we only had it a couple of days. This definitely warrants investigation.

[@dalimhossen4789]

@@WhichEV Good work

[@Cheradanine]

2:04 "Three times more efficient than an electrical heating element"? Incorrect. A resistive heating element is near as dammit 100% efficient as all electricity used is converted to heat. Where the heatpump wins is that it is moving heat that already exists (either outside or from the cooling fluid from the motors and battery) into the cabin. 2:27 You can pair the phone to the car. Once you do that the car automatically unlocks when you walk up to it. You don't even need to press a fob button. Using the card isn't a "standard process", it's jut one of a few processes.

[@WhichEV]

aspirationenergy.com/heat-pump-vs-electrical-heater/ "the efficiency of the heat pump can reach as high as 350% depending on the liquid temperature to be maintained"

[@Cheradanine]

@@WhichEV Ahh....understood. Thanks for the clarification

[@WhichEV]

@@Cheradanine No worries.

[@bjarneberg4802]

Great review, thanks!

[@WhichEV]

Much appreciated!

[@mdsumon-rk4rb]

@@WhichEV Awesome

[@michellezhoucryptocurrency701]

@@mdsumon-rk4rb Awesome and quality is excellent

[@WhichEV]

@@mdsumon-rk4rb Thanks!

[@gurugamer8632]

How much insurance cost?

[@WhichEV]

Which country do you live in?

[@gurugamer8632]

@@WhichEV London

[@WhichEV]

@@gurugamer8632 Check out LV or Churchill. They seem to do the best deals on EV insurance. It can vary a lot.

[@gurugamer8632]

@@WhichEV Thanks !! You happy with the car? I’m deciding between Tesla Model 3 and BMW 330e.

[@WhichEV]

@@gurugamer8632 Yes. The reviewer actually owns the 2020 model and absolutely loves it. Pays about £500 a year for insurance.

[@Jupiter-w1h]

The water entering in the boot still exists?

[@WhichEV]

Not in our car.

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

People simply don’t understand that Tesla don’t have gimmicks outside the software. If you like different coloured lights or daft led patterns then buy a German car. If you want good tech that drives fast and does everything you’d expect well and for 10% of the cost then buy a Tesla. It’s a no brainer unless you don’t have one.

[@WhichEV]

It's not 10% of the cost, more like half at most. At least where the M3 is concerned.

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

I pay £8 for about 250 miles cf £80 in my fossil cars. In what way is that not 10%?

[@WhichEV]

@@BehonestBestitchedup Thought you meant the buying price. You weren't very clear with your initial statement.

[@hgncompany7937]

"shamelessly stolen from Mercedes "??!!! mercedes benz used to have a stake in Tesla

[@WhichEV]

See below. You don't get the nuance at all. It's not literal. We know the original stalks on the S and X are actual Mercedes parts.

[@redtail6913]

Had a stake, Mercedes jump off awhile back...bet they are regretting that now.

[@WhichEV]

@@redtail6913 Mercedes is really behind on BEVs.

[@Reddylion]

Nice , how many kWh is the battery .

[@WhichEV]

Tesla says 79.5kWh still, but some reckon it's actually 82.5kWh in this new version.

[@Reddylion]

@@WhichEV nice

[@srakter4571]

@@Reddylion Great

[@mikegames4659]

Thanks for the video sir...

[@WhichEV]

Thanks for watching!

[@aname4822]

«A system shamelessly stolen from Mercedes». For example, the 2001 BMW 7 Series introduced the gear selector on the stalk much earlier before Mercedes did

[@WhichEV]

Sure, but the Model S literally used the Mercedes part at the beginning, then moved to Tesla's in-house version later on. We're not saying Mercedes has some patent on it, just that historically it was a Mercedes system from when Mercedes was collaborating with Tesla early on.

[@aname4822]

@@WhichEV ok, thanks

[@madonemt]

Its not an ipad. Its a modern interface for a 21st century car. Much cleaner that the mess most manufacturers foist upon us. Its not hard to use. 20 mins and u soon get used to it......just like any new car.

[@WhichEV]

Lots of people hate it though. Jump on a few EV groups that aren't full of Tesla stans - it might open your eyes.

[@madonemt]

@@WhichEV took me a while to get used to it and I understand the concerns but it's the same with any revolutionary technology. Lots of people prefer push button mobiles as the battery lasts ages and easier to use. Not nearly as useful as smart phones and quickly date though. Look at old tesla interfaces and 5 years later they have new swanky ones with tons more features. I would rather an upgradable car interface that's always improving. I do agree that it can take some getting used to. That's where voice commands help a little. Evs themselves though are a whole new way of working. Also remember the long term aim is autonomy. That screen makes more sense when the car is doing most (hopefully all soon enough) of the heavy lifting when driving.

[@WhichEV]

@@madonemt There are a few things you should just leave as separate buttons, like windscreen wiper speeds, lights, screen demisting, and aircon controls. Sure, put the fine tuning of climate control on the panel, but basic things like windscreen defog need to be accessible without thinking. Voice control is another thing some people really hate. Remember, Teslas are expensive, and (particularly in the UK, where they're even more expensive than the US), the main buyers ARE middle-aged or older because younger people can't afford them.

[@madonemt]

@@WhichEV might agree to a point on the climate control but demisters are still just one button along the bottom. I'm an older millennial (just turned 40 this year) and no disrespect to older drivers intended but many just dismiss evs (and even smart phones) off hand as they can't seem to get around the adjustment. On the whole I think the one screen is a better option in the longer term as if something isn't quite right (I think the speedo should be slightly larger and perhaps coloured red if you go over the limit). It's how tech is now and will be expected more and more especially as millennials mature and have more money to spend in their 30s and 40s.

[@WhichEV]

@@madonemt Wait until your eyesight goes a little. The central Tesla screen with no text size adjustment will have its annoyances...

[@mushinoshin]

Good review, but the sound quality was not on point :(

[@WhichEV]

We know. See comments below. We had a mic problem and couldn't re-record because we'd already given the car back to Tesla.

[@srakter4571]

@@WhichEV Really good review

[@WhichEV]

@@srakter4571 Thanks!

[@vanmoofer]

memory function of the seats.. complicated??? 🙈 seems like you have no idea 😉

[@WhichEV]

Have you tried it on, for example, a Mercedes? You just press one button...

[@nonukeforyou]

@@WhichEV adjusting your seat and pressing a save button on the screen doesn't seem too complicated to me LOL

[@vanmoofer]

@@WhichEV you don't need to even press a button, seating, drivers wheel and mirror positions, garage door settings, as well as heating, lights and driving preferences are bound to a profile in a Tesla.. these profiles can are bound to mobile phones (used as a key) or directly to key cards.. so you don't even need to press a button, just unlock the car and everything will be as you set ;) you can also change the profile you set, just click on your profile name ;)

[@entertainment72]

The model 3 remembers the users phone which automatically adjusts the seats without pressing any buttons. What a terrible review.

[@robertkhan6599]

great video

[@WhichEV]

Thanks very much!

[@mredulgolder3460]

@@WhichEV the video quality is excellent

[@michellezhoucryptocurrency701]

quality is excellent

[@srakter4571]

@@michellezhoucryptocurrency701 I love

[@WhichEV]

@@mredulgolder3460 Thanks!

[@DigitalChaoS]

I love your jacket, where did you get it?

[@WhichEV]

It's a Geox. Very nice, light but waterproof design.

[@DigitalChaoS]

@@WhichEV wow awesome, thank you. They have awesome stuff I never heard of the company before.

[@Disciple1127]

This was an amazing review

[@WhichEV]

Thanks so much!

[@dalimhossen4789]

@@WhichEV Reallyamazing review

[@mdsumon-rk4rb]

@@WhichEV Great episode

[@srakter4571]

​@@mdsumon-rk4rb Good Performance

[@florisliesker]

He seems to carry a reverb unit that switches on now and then

[@WhichEV]

We had audio problems with this review. Annoying, considering how popular the video has been!

[@alexjames421]

Your audio is all over the place - it's really frustrating to listen to.

[@WhichEV]

Yes, if you read other comments you'll see why - the audio recording stopped during the filming and we had to replace it which is never perfect. We had given the car back by the time we realised so couldn't re-do the video.

[@sudeeptaghosh]

Amazing review ....have the model 3 received price reduction in UK?..if it did then even better car in cheaper cost. also did you talk about the Supercharging network..I think that alone a 5K pound value addition on the top of the car compared to competitor...no?

[@WhichEV]

The price hasn't changed since they released the new version. Have to see what changes after full Brexit in a few weeks though.

[@azspotfree]

Nice car but those idiots installed the steering wheel on the wrong side, that's going to be pricey to fix, I'd be furious

[@WhichEV]

Hilarious. :)

[@David-bl1bt]

Yes, pretty dumb fitting it on the left 😂

[@PlaidPerformance]

The black interior is nice.

[@WhichEV]

Yes. Not sure about the wood veneer but otherwise it's great.

[@ayy6936]

am i tripping or is the audio fucked up 14:10

[@WhichEV]

We had some problems with the mic - check other comments.

[@neojng]

you miss the point that the keycard isn't needed as you just use your phone.

[@WhichEV]

Not on a press car. They don't give you phone access. Also, how do you lock the car?

[@neojng]

@@WhichEV the phone unlock and locks the car automatically when you approach or walk away from the car.

[@WhichEV]

@@neojng We have not found that it locks the car when you walk away. The car stays unlocked.

[@neojng]

@@WhichEV you have to enable "walk-away door lock" in the locks setting. I just shut my door and walk off and it locks every time.

[@neojng]

I dont even keep my keycard with me - its always at home. (i probably should incase my phone breaks/dies)

[@prasadt772]

Why it feels like I have more detailed information about the Model 3 like an owner even though I'm not than these one off reviewers. May be I'm watching way too much youtube. Lol

[@WhichEV]

The reviewer is also an owner of the previous version.

[@sagarmeena0210]

its a beauty

[@WhichEV]

The white and black trim goes well together.

[@michellezhoucryptocurrency701]

@@WhichEV the production quality is excellent

[@srakter4571]

@@michellezhoucryptocurrency701 Wonderful work

[@WhichEV]

@@michellezhoucryptocurrency701 Thanks!

[@bobgenghiskhan2499]

Why is this man holding an invisible goldfish bowl?

[@WhichEV]

It's a British thing - we all do that over here. And it's not invisible. You mean you can't see it?

[@Reddylion]

He carries his fish and chips all the time chips are somewhere around lol.

[@WhichEV]

@@Reddylion Well, after Brexit, all we'll have to eat is fish.

[@Sb99992]

@@WhichEV And chips

[@h34p]

At around 12:00 you can see why the world means that driving on the wrong side is a stupid idea.

[@WhichEV]

You mean like they do in places with a combined population of hundreds of millions of people? Yeah, right...

[@h34p]

@@WhichEV aw.. don't be upset. Just look at your hand reaching the menu. it's ridiculous. but anyway - thx for the nice review :)

[@WhichEV]

@@h34p Thanks for the kind words. This is Tesla's fail really for the right-hand-drive market. There are quite a few countries that do drive on the left. They could have redesigned better for that market.

[@h34p]

i know i know.. don't feed the trolls. they absolutely could've.

[@WhichEV]

@@h34p You don't seem like a troll... apart from your avatar.

[@donlarsenjr2332]

I wish you gave better and more accurate information. You missed a lot and got a bunch wrong.

[@WhichEV]

No we didn't.

[@dainnsto]

Weirdest review I've seen yet :p 1: Bluetooth is the standard key, the card is secondary. 2. The memory function of the seat is not complicated, it's done by itself by using your phone to unlock it so that the car knows who is driving 3. It's not hard to press the "glove box" button. 4: Whats up with the audio :D

[@WhichEV]

Yeah, but when Tesla loans you a car for review, you can't use the smartphone as a key. They don't give you access to it on a Tesla account or smartphone. Plus, anecdotally from groups, if more than one person uses a car, they often DON'T both use the smartphone as key. It can be problematic when both phones are in the car.

[@dalimhossen4789]

@@WhichEV Congratulations. I'm so glad this channel is growing so well.

[@deletedchannel3633]

3:44 😂😂😂😂😂😂⚰⚰⚰⚰💀 Dead with laughter!

[@VNCTHE1]

Why?

[@derekwhite5090]

I think he is referring to 13:44, Sarcasm about huge 0.1 seconds slower?

[@WhichEV]

It's an in joke. The reviewer owns the older model and it's a running joke that it's now "out of date and slow" amongst the WhichEV team. :)

[@WhichEV]

Actually looking at the time point it's the "woke leather" comment I think. This seeems lightly appropriate...

[@iamarrienzo6833]

Great!

[@WhichEV]

Thanks!

[@pauldavies1940]

Great review cover lots that others don't, but the "woke leather" comment seems a bit petty, Veganism and caring for the environment would seem to be something that might appeal to Tesla's target market? Still gave you a like despite the anti-vegan comment, despite stereotypes we can take a joke!

[@WhichEV]

Most people find that funny. We don't mean any offence to Vegans! It's just British humour... Clearly the reason why Tesla switched was because it was better for the company's target market. I believe earlier Tesla models did use leather for seats.

[@WhichEV]

And thanks for the like!

[@mrmuds8624]

Very informative video. Just the audio was a bit "echoey".

[@WhichEV]

Believe it or not, the mic stopped working and we only realised when the car had gone back to Tesla. We had to do lots of treatment because the sound was from the camcorder directly and not the lapel mic. Still far from perfect but better to put out in this form than not at all!

[@WhichEV]

Thanks! See you comment above...

[@Grandmasterjord]

Agree. Very echoey

[@mhussain5323]

That's about 40k - 50k.

[@WhichEV]

Which currency?

[@Dumdadum76]

8:18 shamelessly stolen from Mercedes? This is a car from the USA, where this kind of ‘shift’ stalks are very common. I wonder where Merc came up with their idea then? Yes, I know Merc used this in the 70’s, but it ain’t exclusive. And the comments on the keycard and the cumbersome chair controls are laughable. Anyone who drives this car daily will have a smartphone connected. Which comes with the user profiles option. So you have to set all your options just once. Get with the program please. Or just go for the Polestar I guess.....

[@WhichEV]

I own a Mercedes and the stalk for the auto box is EXACTLY the same as on the Model S and X. They are literally Mercedes parts: forums.tesla.com/discussion/46331/how-much-mercedes-is-in-a-tesla I also own a Tesla Model 3 and I don't use the smartphone option because it's much easier to clone the entry key with that.

[@Dumdadum76]

@@WhichEV you literally say in your video: “the right hand steering wheel stalk, a SYSTEM shamelessly stolen from Mercedes.” So not the actual part, which isn’t Mercedes anyway in this particular model, but the chosen system for engaging the drive modes or shifting as you will. And with regards of the use of the keycards; you really should’ve chosen the Polestar, which seems better suited for people who can’t decide between being an early adopter and the feel of their ICE.

[@WhichEV]

@@Dumdadum76 The steering wheel stalk on the Model S and X are Mercedes parts. Tesla has then carried on the same system to the Model 3, which uses the same method but a Tesla part. Not sure why you're being so argumentative about this keycard business either. Are you in the US by any chance? In the UK, Teslas have a high insurance premium because they are very easily stolen, due to the ease with which their keyless entry can be cloned. Someone in a nearby street had his S stolen last year precisely in this way. Personally, I've chosen not to use the phone because it minimises the threat of this happening. Nothing to do with ICE. The VW ID.3 has a system to prevent cloning happening. In this area, they are ahead of Tesla.

[@Dumdadum76]

@@WhichEV the keycards work with NFC, which is easily clonable. Which is well documented. The keyfob for the model S can also be cloned just as easy. The app communicates via bluetooth, which can also be hacked in 2 minutes. So, all solutions are equally unsafe. This is bc of the Tesla implementation. Why didn’t you just choose a Polestar?

[@Dumdadum76]

Look man, just take my comments as is, but maybe consider it and take it into account for your next review.

[@seanz6586]

Good review.

[@WhichEV]

Thanks!

[@mredulgolder3460]

@@WhichEV video quality is excellent

[@michellezhoucryptocurrency701]

@@WhichEV the production quality is excellent.Great episode.

[@srakter4571]

@@michellezhoucryptocurrency701 So nice

[@WhichEV]

@@mredulgolder3460 Thanks!

[@Top12Boardsport]

The thing about Model 3 is that the battery is bolted from both sides, you have to remove most of the cabin interior to be able to remove the battery. Hours and hours of work same shit with the Model Y. So far only S and X can remove battery from bottom bolts. And it will soon get worse the battery will be a integrated structural body part, last but not least ; Tesla will not let us use our battery for V2G. Next car for me will be a V2G car. Sorry Tesla will miss you. 😥

[@WhichEV]

Kia EV6 or Ioniq 5?

[@Sb99992]

Are all the windows double glazed? How many other EV manufacturers go to that level of detail? Are Tesla the only EV manufacturer with double glazing? Does the extra glass add weight? Is this going to cost a fortune if someone breaks a window on your car to steal something from the seat?

[@WhichEV]

We think it's only the front ones. We don't know of any other manufacturer doing it. No idea about the cost. Probably pricey and Tesla-only to repair though.

[@PhilT993]

Yes it is only the side windows at the front that are double glazed. It is to help cut down road noise. A few other manufacturers have started doing the same thing.

[@waynekerrr9027]

The world's best selling EV just got completely out of the price reach of 95% of UK population.

[@WhichEV]

5% of the UK population is still 3.4 million people, though.

[@davidbreeds5270]

“The middle seat is really only there when you need a 5th passenger”..... like very middle seat then?

[@WhichEV]

No. The middle seat in an E-class Mercedes is much wider and more viable. Indeed, the middle seat in a Tesla Model S or 5-seat Model X is more viable too.

[@mdsumon-rk4rb]

@@WhichEV quality is excellent

[@dennisbjergmadsen5163]

Not i Norway 😀

[@WhichEV]

Norway isn't the world... it's a country within the world. :)

[@srakter4571]

@@WhichEV Ok thanks

[@jeanpierredevos3137]

Volkswagen will beat Tesla this year with their New Electric cars. Mutch cheaper than Tesla. Tesla is stil ahead tecnicaly but the VW INSIDE is mutch nicer.

[@WhichEV]

They mostly address different markets at the moment. This will change when the "$25,000 Tesla" arrives. That will be directed squarely at VW.

[@jeanpierredevos3137]

@@WhichEV Don't think so. VW can produce far more than Tesla and the new cars are mutch more practical for daily use. For a small group Tesla will be favoret but for the European middle class Tesla is no longer something they want.

[@northsource7215]

teslas are cool but I can't get past the length of those trousers.

[@WhichEV]

They were nice and warm and it was 0C that day.

[@IverKnackerov]

Any review that bleats on about everything being in the touch screen, without ever mentioning the well developed voice control, is missing a crucial feature

[@WhichEV]

But it's not very good if you don't have an American accent. I own a Tesla myself and last time I tried to use the voice control to call someone (yesterday) it played a Spotify playlist instead. It never does what I expect when trying to adjust the windscreen wipers. It's just not fit for purpose.

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

You will never ever see a Tesla driver driving with an anorak on. Get a Rover 600!

[@WhichEV]

Dude, it was 0C when we shot that video. It was absolutely brass monkey weather!

[@BehonestBestitchedup]

@@WhichEV -4 here today but 21 inside my car when I set off.

[@WhichEV]

@@BehonestBestitchedup And your point is? Presumably you wore a coat when getting to the car? Trying standing around in 0C shooting a video. You won't be doing that in shorts.

[@Sb99992]

Rover 75 Vanden Plas

[@WhichEV]

@@Sb99992 Now that was a true gent's car. Not as good as the Rover SD1, mind. Brilliant cars, when they started. And hadn't fallen apart due to rust.

[@jadenhalstead7290]

Model 3 long range has an 82 kWh battery now

[@WhichEV]

We initially thought this and reported on it but Tesla denied it when we asked them.

[@jadenhalstead7290]

@@WhichEV strange. 82 kWh battery has been seen on registrations and also confirmed by electrek www.google.com/amp/s/electrek.co/2020/11/10/tesla-model-3-82-kwh-battery-pack-new-cells/amp/

[@jadenhalstead7290]

@@WhichEV interesting. Picking up a long range M3 on Thursday. I’ll have to see what the registration says. Thanks for the info

[@WhichEV]

@@jadenhalstead7290 I think it has been reported that the registration in Poland says this, but we can't say something in a review video that isn't confirmed by Tesla, unfortunately.

[@CrazedCrittic]

@@jadenhalstead7290 75kw useable.

[@miggzz6980]

I can tell he just hates Tesla for no reason.

[@WhichEV]

Really? He owns one.

[@Ianmundo]

those new “sport” wheels are cheaper looking than the old ones

[@WhichEV]

Not our favourite part of the car either.

[@issiewizzie]

The interior noise insulation is crap at 60 mph and above compared to some Hyundai ev

[@topcat4265]

His review is a "shit sandwich" effort. A lot of misguided negative comments.

[@WhichEV]

Rubbish. The reviewer actually owns a Tesla Model 3 and loves it. So clearly you got the wrong impression. It's just not a complete fanboy review. Was that what you were after?

[@topcat4265]

I stand by a "shit sandwich" review. Sounds like someone worked hard to not sound like a fanboy. An honest review with the correct information would have been nice. Instead, we got conjecture and inaccurate information along with the negatives and a sprinkle of positive (yano, to not appear to be a fanboy).

[@WhichEV]

@@topcat4265 Beg to disagree. You have to talk about the negatives. This is an honest review from someone who actually owns a Tesla Model 3, but isn't a cultist.

[@44r12]

stfuuuu🤣🤣this mans drilled the whole track😭😭

[@WhichEV]

We actually have no idea what you're talking about.

[@footballgeorgiebest]

Build quality is improving but is still below par.

[@WhichEV]

The majority of buyers seem willing to overlook that!