Tesla Model 3 (2025) - 1 Month Later Review: It's INSANE!

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Hope you enjoyed the video! If you want to see more, let me know :) I fit as much as I could into a 18 minute review, but if you have any questions I'll answer as many as I can

[@pauldaggett6759]

Performance car experts are saying that the new M3P makes the BMW M3 no longer the standard by which sports sedans are measured. I just took delivery my 2024 Tesla M3P. I have been a BMW owner for over 20 years and must say this car outperforms in virtually every measure. The first thing that grabs you is the superb handling - of course control is top notch and in addition the ride is amazing with its adjustable dampening it remains PLANTED in nearly every road condition. Instantaneous throttle response (no hated turbo-lag) ludicrous acceleration (0 x 60 2.9 seconds) AND it pulls hard up to 155+ mph. Around town this thing is sooo quick!! The new sports seats are unmatched and the cabin is quiet! I plug-in at home with a fill-up around $10-15. Absolute Nirvana. A BMW M3 with necessary options stickers around $90-100. My M3P was $48k with standard Stealth Grey color (qualified for $7,500 EV tax credit). There can be no doubt that Elon set out to take the Best Sports Sedan crown from BMW and succeeded hands-down IMO.

[@Great_America]

The interior build quality of the Tesla is inferior to the BMW M3 in every way. And although the new M3P Highland is a much needed upgrade over the older model, it still falls way short of BMW standards. And there are still key features missing such as a driver display and HUD, bird’s eye camera view, and the accuracy of sonic sensors for parking. All of which my 6-year old BMW has standard. Yes, Tesla is definitely cheaper, but you are also getting a lot less. And let’s face it, the battery technology is outdated. Solid state batteries are only a couple years away which offer far superior range and can full recharge in 10 minutes. I for one can wait. I just hope Tesla improves upon their interior build quality by then 😉

[@sleepy_ipl]

​@Great_America solid state batteries are only years away? We'll see about that, buddy. Keep believing those click bait article headlines.

[@sleepy_ipl]

​@Great_America bmw is a luxury brand just like Mercedes and lexus. Tesla does not portray themselves as those brands. Best bang for your buck is the model 3 performance without a doubt. Now if you are worried about interior quality and niceties than feel free to spend an extra $45k for a m3 competition xdrive.

[@michael9678727]

Which performance experts? I took a MP3 to the track at Sydney motorsport park it didn't last 3 laps the brakes faded out only after 3 laps.

[@Fumbiii16]

⁠@@michael9678727I did 5 laps no problems on the brakes. And it was 85degrees. Battery did get hot after 4 laps, a bit of power loss but no problems.

[@ryanr.726]

Hands down, the best new M3P video review out yet.

[@dan007-]

Finally someone who actually tests track mode and understands it’s not only reserved for the track. Terrific review and beautifully shot video, thank you for sharing!

[@g00dn3t]

The pickup experience in Toronto is also great. I'll never forget the day I picked up my brand new 2023 LR model. The car was spotless, adorned with a red bow, and came with a “Congratulations” note, which I’ve kept to this day. As I drove out with a big smile on my face, a young Asian couple noticed my excitement. They smiled warmly and graciously called out, “Congratulations!” It was a perfect moment that made the day even more special. It felt almost like a wedding day, haha!

[@youdidntbuildthat47]

As a long time EV naysayer, I have to admit how badass the M3P is. A granola eating tree hugger driving one of these can now smoke my M3 F86, which is truly remarkable.

[@crolidegames]

Watching the first 10 seconds cinematics..I already know I’m in for a treat 🤩

[@nikhllogic1248]

Very good video Andrew. Likely one of the clearest and most concise real Tesla ownership videos I have seen without it being sidetracked with non-important info even from the delivery experience. This video probably pushed me over the line with my desire to buy the new performance, which I’m not too sure I’m grateful for! “Insane”.

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Thank you!

[@jful]

Fantastic review, thanks Andrew! I'm going to be picking up this or the long range in a couple of months and now I'm definitely leaning towards the performance version because it just seems like such a fun drive, hopefully the lack of stalks is something that can be gotten used to over time. I've also had one of the previous generation long range cars with the speed boost and absolutely loved it. Oh and ... insane!

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Can't go wrong with either choice, and you'll enjoy all the new highland updates!

[@Berretotube]

You’ll get used to the stalkless indicators in around half an hour bro. I love it now!

[@audioman205]

4:20 good thing I had headphones in for that one

[@johnmcguire2072]

I got a 2024 M3P. Previous cars have been various Porsche 911s and last was a Taycan. Taycan had various quality issues and the car was off the road for 2 days every time there was a software upgrade. Porsche couldn't care less so I looked at other options and bought the Tesla. The M3P is as fast as any Porsche I've own. The chassis is planted and the tech makes Porsche look like they're 10 years behind. The Tesla charging network is better and more available than the Ionic network Porsche were pushing. Range is better than my last Taycan and the price is half that of a new Taycan. The only point on which my old Taycan wins is its brakes are better (when they worked). Also everything is pretty much standard with Tesla whereas Porsche just keep adding the options and charging handsomely for it. Quite happy with the Tesla and really don't miss the Porsche.

[@fkporsche1]

I know. I have had a few BMWs, then Porsche GT3RS/GT4 still have an air cooled but now I got two Tesla replaced my Cayenne S, GT4 I love my Tesla not changing anytime soon. Tesla all the way for convenience, less problems and super user friendly. No hassle purchase. Porsche dealerships gone high super highway robbery!! Absurd.

[@jamiered7102]

Bought a tesla in 18 and again in 22. So smooth both times. Can't understand the complaints

[@cwerner11]

Great video, thank you for the detailed information. Subscribed!

[@Pyranite1]

1:06 that guy was the delivery agent for my M3 Highland RWD! Such great service there!

[@thealmostmillennial7570]

You don’t do many car reviews but this was top notch. I’m excited to watch your long term review and if you get the chance to, review more cool cars!

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Thank you! Stay tuned :)

[@spacep0d]

Fantastic review, Andrew, thanks! I don't like the on-screen shifting, but I still really like the 2024 Model 3 Performance. I made the mistake of renting one for two days and um, well, I want to sell my 2023 Performance now and move to the '24 Performance. The only issue is that Uber Red currently does not qualify for the Federal Tax Incentive in the U.S., nor does any color but Stealth Gray. Hopefully Tesla Insurance comes to Australia soon! Really enjoyed your vid, the cinematography, the great moving shots of the car, etc. Expertly done! P.S., how do you like the headlights for night driving in the '24 vs. the last Performance car you had?

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Thank you! Headlights are quite similar to my previous M3 so they're great, esepcially with the latest software update that gives us adaptive headlights. The interior cabin lighting though is WAY brighter than the previous gen, like 2-3x brighter.

[@tupzc24]

2023 m3p?? Your car is brand new and still at its peak with crazy performance too.If you had a '18- '22 model 3 and have money to throw then yeah go for the '24. I would wait for the next refresh imo, It's not worth it knowing that it will get crazy better.

[@ammxr1303]

Such a great an detailed review! Keep on the good work buddy 😊

[@gabe0721]

Insane! Great review

[@sjhansen]

Ordered the M3P in Blue, can’t wait to have it delivered. 🚙

[@TreyDongzz]

I have a 2023 MYP and love it. Finally started seeing the M3P refresh around town and it is eye catching. Having kids, the Y makes more sense, but I'm definitely waiting to see what the refreshed Y & performance refresh will be like.

[@brendangreene9351]

Bought a 2019 3p fpr 24k with 49k miles. Still has 3.5 years of battery warranty 0-60 os 3.1 best car for the money!

[@eugeneeum4577]

Crazy, my dad got his y performance, a few months later my mom got the highland, and a month later I got my m3 too! We love Tesla, especially the FSD! Aiming to buy a m3 performance in a few years! Also, Tesla has its own insurance which is cheaper than you can typically get outside of Tesla. They are reportedly lowering insurance prices as well with Fsd 12.5 and Im sure it will get cheaper as Fsd progresses to full autonomy!

[@digitraxanr]

I totally agree. This new M3P is INSANE, yet also sane when desired. Great review, even though your steering wheel is on the wrong side. Enjoy your new rocketship.

[@wolflaslc]

Just wonder what you think about regarding tire wear in these 20 inch tires as compared to AWD with 18 or 19 inch tires assuming similar driving. I have a LR AWD 2018 with 19 inch wheels and only now at 30K miles have to get new tires.

[@2good2beuntrue]

Just got the 2020 M3P - it's just a slayer!! 80mph + its acceleration normalises and in the cabin it can get a bit rattly ofc as it's not an suv build but anything prior to that mph the tesla m3p is so agile you can't go back to any other car afterwards, it is a race car with luxury and comfort included - it's not at all uncomfortable but ofc it comes a bit (truly not by boo much) short compared to citroen suspension for example - 0-60 never gets old and bedazzles you every time!! it's just simply a beast mode on wheels but the way you can swish and swoosh across lanes when traffic gets dense is just nothing short of stoopid fun - it never fails to put a smile on my face :D it's just a joyride one must experience and drive to understand.

[@jameshughes3023]

Thank you for the checklist dude!

[@colinpartridge3414]

Great video and review of the Model 3. Only criticism is when you started talking in miles instead of KM's :) 'Insane'

[@jesseonamotorcycle]

Why did you choose the performance over the long range ? Just wondering because I’m in between.

[@Uchejnr]

Looks and performance

[@a4Audi2153]

Similar price but better suspension, looks, seats, resale value etc

[@Nocountryforgypsies]

How different it is when comparing with regular tesla model 3 specially when it comes to steering wheel Or its the same I tried tesla model 3 regular but didn’t like the feel of steering wheel so much I felt it was little small for my giant hands

[@ozredneck22]

The blinkers on the steering wheel are odd, but it doesn't bother me because I never use blinkers anyway.

[@lakergreat1]

so what did you do when you saw the swirl marks at delivery?

[@MarcesAurelius]

thanks for the review… brought new information though watched a few videos did Tesla reinstate the lunar support for the passenger seat? if not, do you think possible have installed!

[@shampson1975]

After driving mine around for a few weeks and playing with the suspension modes, I somehow left it on standard because I guess I thought it was more comfortable and didn't make that big a difference, but I come from the old 2019 M3P and I really started to notice how the new one just didn't feel great in certain circumstance, like the change of direction was just not great. It's not something I notice straight away when I change the mode and I thought "oh it doesn't feel that different, so I'll leave it in standard for the better ride". Anyway after a few weeks I noticed that I just wasn't getting out of the car smiling as much anymore. Finally, it dawned on me that it was the suspension mode, so I changed it back to sport and now I find myself smiling a lot more! It's a subtle change and isn't really that noticeably better to me on some corners, but then at certain times, especially if you are turning hard one direction and then hard the other direction quickly, then that's where the difference is much more apparent. It's almost a back of mind feeling that you get that you can't put your finger on as to why the sport mode just makes the car more fun to drive.

[@JellyLancelot]

3:00 paint is also something every single car manufacturer does 'good enough'. Go pick up a brand new £300k Ferrari and it will be the same, swirl marks and all. There are loads of YT vids showing so, such as on Shmee's channel. I wish they'd all buck up the expectation and deliver paint that is detailed from factory.

[@Lfcx-ju5ld]

Great review and video! Question: were you at anytime concerned about potholes on the road with the 20inch rims and thinner tires? Not sure what road conditions are like in Sydney, but certainly roads in the US aren't great.

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Sydney roads are decent but not perfect. The adaptive suspension helps, some pot holes are intense in sports mode, but in comfort mode potholes are absorbed decently. Overall, I'm more aware of pot holes (vs the 23 Long Range) and I try and drive around them if I can

[@Lfcx-ju5ld]

@@AndrewEthanZeng Thanks for the info! Sounds like it's manageable. One of my main concerns is the potential to damage large rims/thin tires on crappy roads, but I guess just a matter of being a bit more careful.

[@bsmith5280]

I have been very impressed with how the 20 inch rims and tires handle bumps. It's better than many of my previous BMW and Audi luxury models.

[@Lfcx-ju5ld]

@@bsmith5280 Thank you, that's helpful to know.

[@ivanpalovic9930]

Such an "insane" rocketship. Great balanced review!

[@md8590]

How does the ride quality compare with the LR? Is it really on par? I would buy the m3p but leaning towards rhe LR for the cushier suspension and soft 18s

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

On sports mode, it's a significantly rougher ride than the LR. On the standard setting the adaptive suspension does a good job bringing it pretty close in ride comfort to the LR, but the LR edges out thanks to its 18" wheels.

[@mrh3085]

I’m “praying” for Quicksilver paint before upgrading to a new M3P. 😎

[@albertofourie3294]

Already available in Europe.

[@phat_gunpla_etc]

congrats on your M3! I love mine too.

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Congratulations, enjoy your ride!

[@marcusaurelius1310]

I’m in Sydney too and I thought my secretary was one of the first to order this. Expectation arrival is July - August… I managed to test the red mp3 they had in Alexandria and I can’t wait because the acceleration is just pure fun, for a 5 seater. I’ve compared it to my hurucan technica and the acceleration is just too fun. Suffice to say I’m jealous you’ve had it already for a month and I’ve ordered the same spec as you so well done.

[@primate90]

an amazing review, mate. good on you.

[@MarcesAurelius]

minimally have? Left turn signal on left Right turn signal on right turn indicator most used buttons? perhaps move these buttons to back of these area… as the only, and Physical buttons

[@nm-yi4yf]

Amazing review. Thank you!

[@Dalton363]

I hate the turn signal complaint, your never activating the turn signal while turning the wheel unless you’re on the highway, and even then you’ll be using self driving.

[@chuckzhu3351]

Love the turning signal buttons. Hate old car design

[@frankinga3120]

Wanting engine noise and gear shifts is totally ridiculous. Enjoy the peace and quiet; why would you want to ruin a great car?

[@Mabeylater293]

Exactly!!!! Trailer trash people longing for their Ford Pintos!!

[@wantingasecondchance3931]

Insane! Looking forward to getting one this fall hopefully 😊

[@QuanaBeary]

Insane! Thanks for the review

[@SuperFalino]

I'm picking mine next month. Very Excited

[@Jeff-oo9br]

The effort that you’ve put in for the shots for this review is top notch! But I wouldn’t dare to even be on this Tesla because it is too fast for me 😂

[@STREETFIGHTER50]

Very nice review! Thank you very much! We cancelled our MYP order and put one in for the M3P!

[@syncro333]

Yes, I also think that stalks are better

[@chaeugene]

Wow, this looks insane! The tech features are amazing too. Now if only I could get one for myself. Lol!

[@Andersljungberg]

warning charge up to 100% only applies to LFP batteries. And from what I have understood So they are in the weaker engine version of the Tesla with rear wheel drive. Tesla 3 long range and Tesla 3 Performance have NCA Batteries. and on those the recommendation is 80%

[@jayjones1665]

Insane! Thanks for a great and honest review!

[@espaudio]

Any reason you’re using MPH / miles etc for your stats, when you’re clearly in Aus? Better for broader (US) audience appeal? Just curious.

[@felix-fzz]

likely the same reason why other non-US car reviewers use miles..their channel audience is probably mostly north americas

[@Progrssn]

Cant believe tesla didn’t invent something new for the turn signals like a notch on the grip of the wheel or classic paddles. AT LEAST put the left button on the left and the right button on the right.

[@danniepushkin5849]

EVEN BETTER ONE I would say is long range dual motor model 3 = somewhat "slower" (4.2s,0-60), but much better range, and quieter and hence more luxurious on long drives.

[@B1Luv7]

Thank you. Great work here!

[@kawhiiee]

Its just a matter of when for me. I will get my first ever EV and it will be the M3P!

[@mikaelvellmun7228]

Did you end up tinting it? Love seeing it in black! Seems like the most rare one color wise

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

I haven’t yet but planning to! With the new brighter cabin lights at night the windows are completely see through with stock windows

[@mikaelvellmun7228]

@@AndrewEthanZeng yeah for sure- I get mine in Canada in July- I can't decide between 20% all around or 35% all around with 70% windshield

[@livinagoodlife]

@@AndrewEthanZengthis is what I don’t like about sun roofs. People look kinda dorky when they’re all lit up. Cabins should be dark or windows tinted

[@ArnavGupta-rz4xp]

hi andrew can u tell which laptop should i buy for college macbook air m3 or asus zenbook 14 x oled

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

You can find my opinion in my long term M3 Air review

[@ArnavGupta-rz4xp]

@@AndrewEthanZeng okay thanks for telling

[@baldpnoy410]

I will be looking to buy used one in 2 years. Owned 3 brand new Teslas since 2016... Currently own a 2021 Y and 2023 3... I will be going the used route from now on since Tesla just depreciates too much.

[@farrakhjaved6958]

please let me know what is the exact on road mielage thx

[@superviewer22]

Insane!

[@rynull3481]

im confused... is this video specifically for US audiences or something? the specs/price he mentions is for the US, but the car is obviously the AU variant, which is the slower, LG battery equipped model 🤔

[@kylewallace1558]

The question is to lease or finance🤔

[@guyincognito9009]

LG or Panasonic? Nevermind, Shanghai is LG. Thanks for the Review

[@markgriffiths409]

The UK version has 460bhp, not 500 like in the US, windscreen wiper sensor still an issue and comes on in the dry! Seats could have a bit more give. Screen in the back is not really functional as a tv because of the position. Worth balancing up the good with the bad - look up bad points on YT and also consider these 😎👍

[@eleventeen5051]

I mean to be fair this video is already plenty balanced, it's not a press car and he calls out plenty of flaws

[@techfreaks4134]

Shit UK as per usual god forbid they give us anything fun or too much to handle. Such a shit show we have to have inferior products and pay more for them.

[@Skeetskeet333]

Is this the model 3 lidicrous?

[@305dadecounty305]

Does telsa send data to insurance companies?

[@polashahmed]

FANTASTIC REVIEW 🎉

[@blackcub3s]

17:45 Oil changes need to be done every 50k km (30k miles) to ensure drive units will not fail prematurely, despite what tesla says. Both drive units DO HAVE oil to be changed, and tesla is lying customers about it in order to make electric cars even more appealling. P.D. If you maintain it, it will increase its resale value for sure.

[@bsmith5280]

My delivery of my M3P in Aurora, Colorado was completely the opposite. Huge lines, a chaotic mess, and took over 3 hours for me. Not a great experience at all, which seems to be a common theme. As for the car itself -- completely agree with your review points. It's a fantastic car, excellent suspension, nice interior, friends scream a little on launch, etc. BTW, the reason most of the review cars are grey in the US are due to the US federal tax credits. Any other color bumps it out of the price range to qualify for the $7500 credit (likely more, like the $5k state credit here in Colorado and $5500 Xcel energy credit). Non-grey M3P's will be rare in the US...for now at least.

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Damn, sorry to hear about the poor delivery experience. What held up the delivery for 3 hours?!

[@bsmith5280]

@@AndrewEthanZeng In my case, it was waiting for the paperwork for the Vehicle Exchange Program in Colorado, but I had text them and called them about 5+ times prior to delivery asking them what the deal was. While there, however, there were many other people who were not waiting on the vehicle exchange program, but they were also just waiting hours for their cars to be cleaned and pulled up, paperwork done, etc. We almost all ordered pizza together while waiting haha. Lots of folks had damage to their cars and other issues as well (nothing major enough on mine). Another odd thing was that the staff refused to walk anyone through the features of their car (like how to turn off the hazards even haha). Aside from delivery being one fly in the ointment, I get why people love the cars. Maybe just a few wrinkles still to iron out for the delivery process in my state...one of the largest delivery volume states in the nation 🤦‍♂

[@talusaustere3648]

@@bsmith5280 seems like a inveitable trade off for cutting out dealerships and the middleman. Glad to see they're trying to improve the delivery process in some countries and likely will get better with time

[@bsmith5280]

@@talusaustere3648 Agreed, I do expect it to get better. Tesla is so efficient with everything else they do, kinda hold them to the same standard with delivery processes and i think they can make it a selling point in the future, not a hassle and something those of us who love the brand have just deal with.

[@richb326]

Tested older M3P and MYP and ordered a BMW i4. The new Model 3 performance might change my mind, apart from no stalks!

[@vc8160]

Unfortunately the range and acceleration does not match the price! Otherwise the i4 is nice

[@Great_America]

Just give us a drivers display and/or HUD and bird’s eye camera view for parking and I’ll get one immediately.

[@JonNewell]

I had the same issue with insurance, Shannons was the best deal and pay by month at no extra cost. The car is great, will be doing Pheasant wood in the next week or so. There are aftermarket stalks you can fit too if you want them.

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Congratulations Jon, enjoy your 24 M3P!

[@JDDD33]

Just don't google reviews of Shannon's. Omg. Be aware in case you need to claim

[@JonNewell]

@@JDDD33 There are horror stories about all insurance companies. I’ve only ever made a couple of claims in my life and never had a problem.

[@JDDD33]

@@JonNewell yeah agree, but 1 star out of 5 is pretty bad. Aparantly since suncorp acquired the WA based company

[@ajun562]

Nice review. Though I think you should have just kept it positioned as a Shanghai spec / Aussie review. Why reference 2.9 secs and US credits when it doesn’t apply to you.

[@woowalson1822]

Insane

[@Mosgaard]

Watch Michas video about the brakes catching fire really fast on the track

[@zavierberolo9080]

DOUBLE PANE GLASS THANK YOU FOR CONFIRMING

[@cccheeks8819]

4:21 She Had Quite the Reaction

[@stillak]

I agree that Tesla should add simulated gears and driving noise.

[@Blayzn18]

Great review "insane"

[@richardbrown8012]

Definitely getting one

[@PLANETWATERMELON]

Doesn't Tesla offer their own insurance?

[@Riverrain123]

cool!

[@AlphaCrucis]

I want it so badly, but I don't need it...

[@peacems]

The music level in this video is extremely loud and annoying. Other than that great review on the M3P.

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@peacems]

@@AndrewEthanZeng I may not have been clear in my message, the music is fine just the audio level was blowing out the rest of your video. Looking forward to more M3P content!

[@Andersljungberg]

Now not all roads in the world are as nice as perhaps the roads in California. it can be rough asphalt it can be bumpy it can be dirt roads. and on the autobahn in Germany people drive really fast 80 miles or faster because it is free speed. And when you drive fast, wind noise can be revealed, for example

[@ludoboyludoboy3797]

Why talk in miles and mph and no mention of km or kph … you’re from Australia… gotta cater for those yanks I guess. Good review though Andrew. I’m not sure I could live with the signals on the wheel, the drive selector on the screen or no display of speed in front of me (read speedo or HUD).

[@LA_MotorWorks]

Insane!

[@Bman893]

If you have the Shanghai version, your car is not 2.9 seconds it’s closer to 3.2 or 3.3 only the Panasonic battery model three performance 2.9 I believe that’s an America only

[@tyris123ful]

Yes he stated that in the video

[@hengweizhang3895]

how is it a Shanghai factory production car? if it is in the US then it should be the Vermont factory with the Panasonic battery which is faster than the LG battery that are build in Shanghai gigafactory. No?

[@AndrewEthanZeng]

Yep you’re right, the one featured in this video is in Australia so a Shanghai build + LG battery

[@TeslaNation001]

YOUR VIDEO IS VERY GOOD

[@gust9464]

The new model 3 performance is amazing !! It is better than the old model 3 performance. However, Tesla still has panel gaps and paint issues 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@saggo1712]

That’s just not the case.

[@emmerichleimer3086]

If you want it to stand out from the other model 3 you shouldn't pick black as color. All new details just get swallowed by the black hole.

[@livinagoodlife]

red looks great but might stand out too much for some. Grey is boring and white is mediocre. Black is a good choice.

[@benjaminfranklin4760]

INSANE

[@hpautosport715]

Great video! Please feel free to contact us if you need any Tesla Model 3 Performance upgrades.

[@1duncanjohnston]

Nice review. However, if you want fake engine noise and fake shifting, you should have gotten the Hyundai.