Tesla Model 3 Review: 2 Months & 7,000km Later!

[@aus02081977]

One question. I see articles of Tesla being very expensive (even illegal) to repair when it gets into an accident (even though it’s not your fault) due to its revolutionary giga-pressing method of production and insurance companies may not be willing to fork out that amount to cover it. What are your thoughts on this matter?

[@RuiYangFann]

Congrats and it is a nice/direct video. If you are able to test drive the Cat A version, can you do a comparison with yours? Interested to see if the milder acceleration increase the actual range.

[@ThorRavnsborg]

I have the exact same model (only I didn't opt for the white seats). We have only had it for a month but we did 5,000 km in it already. I agree with everything except that autopilot is good. In my experience autopilot is rubbish and completely useless here in Europe. Even dangerous. It will do a lot of emergency braking where there is no emergency in sight for example. My worst scare was on the German Autobahn when I was going quite fast and it read a 50 km/h sign on an exit (that I wasn't going to take) and it suddenly slammed the brakes. Even when you disable autopilot and just use the more basic cruise control it still performs some of these random nuisances. So I have completely stopped using the autopilot and I only use cruise control on the motorway when there is no traffic or I'm in a slow moving queve (since in that particular situation it quite nicely follows the traffic automatically so that is at least useful). In more complex traffic or on any road with the possibility of oncoming traffic I have to drive fully manually in order to avoid random braking etc. which is really annoying. I actually really miss the "dumb" cruise control I have in my 2014 Model S. It's kind of sad that Tesla has spent billions developing fancy self driving capabilities and all I wish for is to be able to turn everything off. But that's the reality. I also wish they had kept the indicator stalk. You can get used to buttons but they are just less intuitive and less safe. Period. I sometimes still have trouble pressing the button when I'm exiting a roundabout and I have to find it while I'm turning the wheel at the same time (and we have many roundabouts in my country). But what I really like is the stereo, the interior, the ride comfort and the efficiency. The navigation and the cameras are also really good. So is a lot of the other software.

[@kenlau18]

Great review. How does the Model 3 compare to current Model Y in terms of NVH and suspension comfortness?

[@DarenYoong]

The refreshed Model 3 is a noticable improvement in comfort and noise reduction. Am excited to experience the refreshed Model Y when it releases in 2025!

[@jiawoeiling]

Thanks for the sharing Daren. I have two questions for you: (1) Are you getting any stain or coloring on your white interior? Is it prone to catching color from jeans etc? (2) Do you find the glass roof letting in too much heat in SG/MY weather? Ie would it be too hot? Are you considering any accessories or film to solve it?

[@DarenYoong]

1. No stains on our white seats so far, and very easy to wipe off stains with a baby wipe. Don't wear jeans as I hear there could be color transfer over time. 2. The heat is okay for me, and have 10/30% tint on the side windows

[@beanoyip06]

How do you feel about EV value nose diving?

[@dsjc_]

Looks like you bought at the right time! Cat B is higher now

[@user-sp1id4it2f]

Great video! How is the acceleration from a stop as well as on the highway compared with the all wheel drive Model 3?

[@DarenYoong]

RWD acceleration is 6.2s compared to the faster 4.4s for Long Range and 3.1s for Performance. It's good enough for most drivers and still swifter than many cars on the road.

[@sHy3r]

Daren, what would u think abt the resale value of an EV after driving for some time? Judging that u have travelled 7000km for only 2 months… If 20 mths, u could have hit 70,000km. And Battery warranty only up to 160,000km…

[@SK-pv4gl]

Hi Daren, what is your opinion between Tesla M3 and BYD Seal. Can do a video M3 vs Seal if available

[@OrdainedPrepper]

This RWD model is sold in the US for SGD55,000 (including destination & order fees). I can’t believe how much more you have to pay in Singapore. I just ordered a Model 3 Performance with FSD (SGD$10,900 add-on) bringing my total to SGD$87,800 (including destination & order fees). Sweet car you’ve got there, enjoy!

[@bacabaca5695]

M3 looks really good.👍 It still boggles my mind how much more you have to pay. With that amount, you can get a CT and M3 here I think. Want to move here? 😊

[@DarenYoong]

Haha that’s true! US & China have the most competitive car prices in the world!

[@sc3740]

Never review the performance ? How is the drive in NSHY? Keen to know the strategy to top up charges in between KL -JB . Range anxiety? No ?

[@REDREDStrawberry]

Can you do more videos on Tesla as a company and Tesla stock please?

[@jim9685769]

As you know, the 2024 Model 3 cars get 98% UV protection glass all the way around the car from the factory. All the glass, standard. The 3M film should not be sold as UV protection for a car that already has 98% protection built-in. What the 3M film DOES provide is a reduction in sunlight heat transfer through the glass and light. That’s why people would buy the 3M film tint. If they’re doing it for UV protection, they’re wasting their money.

[@DarenYoong]

Thanks for the insight, Jim!

[@mikeyseow]

Hey Daren! model Ys and model 3s with ryzen are also able to see the Tesla vision parking visualisation

[@DarenYoong]

Yes, you’re right!

[@davidtan7475]

Hey Daren. You did 3M crystalline tint at Telsa service centre? How long it takes?

[@DarenYoong]

Yes, took up to 5 hours at Tesla Service Centre!

[@markseanen]

Just curious can you control the wiper speed?

[@zaiabidin]

Please review on battery cost change i think 1 bar battery cost around rm 40-60k what abaout it

[@1gohch]

Hi Darren, you did not mention paint condition of your M3 despite having made several long distance trips to KL. Will you be considering installing PPF?

[@DarenYoong]

I got ceramic coating ($600) for a minor layer of protection and to make washing easier. Forgot to mention that. Didn't get Paint Protection Film (PPF)!

[@SimonClaringbold]

Great review - really enjoy your style and content based on real world use. In your next video can you do some comparisons between your car and the Polestar 2 also going to KL with you please?

[@DarenYoong]

Thanks Simon! Will ask them if they’re open to being in a video on this topic!

[@SimonClaringbold]

@@DarenYoong - maybe even agree to swap cars for a segment of the trip and then compare your observations?

[@noucamp90]

I find range between "city" and "highway" a bit strange. I have new Model 3 SR. If I drive city + a bit of country side I can easly get beweetn 500-600km or range. Highway is about right, around 450km. Could it be that due to much hotter weather in Singapore (compared to Europe) you range is dropping due to AC? But should not be that much.

[@BitcoinUltra]

Ryan mentioned in his review video that the turning radius isn't all that great. Do you notice it during tight u-turns in SG?

[@DarenYoong]

Yes, that’s true. Teslas have a longer wheel base so requires more space for turning!

[@Reksal]

The saddest thing about Tesla in SEA is FSD unavailability. Do you have any news when they are coming?

[@DarenYoong]

It'll be released in Left Hand Drive (LHD) markets globally like China first over the next 12 months. May take another 2-3 years before it reaches RHD markets (Thailand & Malaysia will likely get FSD Supervised first before Singapore given their market size and our tighter regulations).

[@Reksal]

@@DarenYoong That's unfortunate. But in the meantime, we can enjoy all the other perks of the car first.

[@EverydayChris]

model 3 lookin good

[@DarenYoong]

Thanks Chris! It’s been a joy to drive. Eagerly awaiting the refreshed Model Y coming in 2025!

[@Fiendtype]

Model Y facelift in 2025?!

[@nintyz]

Is the autopilot included in the purchase, or did you have to buy it separately. If so, how much is it.

[@bleusummers]

It's included in the purchase

[@OrdainedPrepper]

Tesla’s autopilot feature is included, but not the FSD (full self-driving) functionality, which currently costs USD$8000 and I believe is only offered in the US.

[@Buttercookiesssss]

Its slightly cheaper than Seal Dynamic.. Its 191888. Tesla model 3 110 190,888. Have you tried the byd cars before? I really can't decide, mainly afraid of not getting use to tesla non physical driving experience of gear and signal sticks 😢

[@DarenYoong]

Both cars are good options, and would encourage test driving both!

[@Buttercookiesssss]

@@DarenYoong I already did and still can't decide 😂

[@summerdogz]

Will the 7 seater Model Y be coming to Singapore in 2025?

[@mohammadtaufek5529]

Does the booth have enough space for a Road bike ??

[@ttheguyy]

Hi daren, what do you think of Tesla model 3 CAT A version?

[@DarenYoong]

It’s a decent option for $10-15k savings vs the Cat B version, and the only downside is the reduction of 0-100km/h acceleration from 6.1s to 8.2s (which isn’t an issue for owners only driving in Singapore).

[@mofufu]

@@DarenYoong lower road tax too but how about insurance? same?

[@fezul]

Hi sir. Placed my order 2 weeks ago for a white coloured and white interior, here in KL. How's the experience with the white interior and seats so far? Is it easy to maintain? Have you done the ceramic coating for the interior as well? Thanks in advance.

[@mewev]

have yours arrived??

[@fezul]

@@mewev yup, mine has arrived earlier this month.

[@mewev]

@@fezul what do you regret on it? Im planning on buying it

[@fezul]

@@mewev White seats? I love them. They look so much nicer compared to the black ones, in my opinion. But last weekend, I spent about 30 minutes cleaning the seat because my 2-year-old decided to create some art with a red marker on the back. It’s definitely something to consider if you have small kids.

[@fairuzhussain9113]

Hi Daren am planning to purchase Cat A model 3 by August. Hope can get it about $180K

[@DarenYoong]

All the best on COE bidding, Fairuz! 💪🏻

[@chewjyable]

Hi Darren, did you do any PPF/ coating for the car and esp in the front to prevent any stone chips as tesla's paint seems to be easily scratched/ chipped?

[@DarenYoong]

Yes, I did get ceramic coating ($600) for the car. Forgot to mention it!

[@chewjyable]

@@DarenYoong I’m heavily stuck in between ppf (not sure if it’s worth the price) and ceramic coating.. collecting my model Y in July. Do you find that ceramic coating is helping? Thanks for your reply!

[@jiawei0917]

270 for a boot tray and 670 for a basic 3M tint is mad. Can get so much cheaper in Malaysia, the fact that you travel there so often.

[@DarenYoong]

Good point! Would recommend Singapore drivers travelling to Malaysia often to get it from Malaysia instead.

[@sawprince7539]

Is white sear hard to maintain?

[@DarenYoong]

Clean as new so far after 7 months! It's recommended to not wear jeans regularly as there is a chance of color transfer to the seats.

[@sarim4]

wait wtf you got that car for $140K USD????

[@kwisatz-haderach8]

SG problem 😂

[@Ben21756]

Insanity, why tf would you buy a car priced at 40k for 140k?

[@kwisatz-haderach8]

@@Ben21756 cars purchased in Singapore are heavily taxed. The COE prices for cars are insane. But considering the land area of SG, it’s understandable why the government would implement this. Gotta stop all the Lee, Tan, and Chen from buying cars and causing traffic congestion.

[@Ben21756]

@@kwisatz-haderach8 I wasn’t aware of such a tax, but now that I do, damn, the rates are insane… But as long as there is adequate and accessible public transportation, should be alright.

[@kwisatz-haderach8]

@@Ben21756 yeah public transport is excellent in SG.

[@JingKai]

Great review, Daren!

[@DarenYoong]

Thanks Jing Kai!

[@bryanvoo4808]

Hi can anyone share their experience on whether they get a roof sunshade or extra tint or leave it as oem? If leaving it as oem, does it get hot driving in the during the day? Im planning to get a model Y.

[@DarenYoong]

Hey Bryan. Have made 9 road trips to Malaysia so far and has been ok for us without any additional sunshade/tint. Can give it a try for yourself first for 1-2 road trips, then decide if you want it later. All the best with your upcoming Model Y purchase! We will likely see a refresh coming in early-2025 if you can wait.

[@XingRuiTan]

Hi Daren, did you do any PPF coating?

[@DarenYoong]

Only Ceramic Coating, no Paint Protection Film (PPF)!

[@XingRuiTan]

@@DarenYoong, I am Just curious, why did you decide on Ceramic Coating only and not PPF. Is PPF not worth it?

[@bryanvoo4808]

Hi, why did you opt for ceramic coating instead of PPF?

[@mluu510]

Crazy that you guys are spending this much just to a own a car. I would t even bother. singapore public transport is so good

[@Kratos863]

SG loves malaysia

[@bjloh]

Loving the white seats Daren! 🥰

[@DarenYoong]

Thanks Ben! They give the car the classic Tesla look haha

[@noodlefoo]

Haha do you have duck quacking sound as the lock sound?

[@DarenYoong]

Haha yes! 😂

[@waltlai8363]

Will you subscribe to premium connectivity for the long run?

[@DarenYoong]

Yes! Convenience is a win for me, and my daughter watches a lot of Netflix/KZbin during road trips to Malaysia.

[@josephwong1994]

When are you going to Malaysia

[@DarenYoong]

Am here in KL now this weekend!

[@lootster]

I cannot imagine the CyberTruck is more comfortable than your M3 🤯

[@DarenYoong]

Haha strange and true!

[@fondnee]

Congrats Daren

[@DarenYoong]

Thanks Fond Nee! 🙏🏻

[@XingRuiTan]

The flyswatter is truly a msian thing haha.

[@DarenYoong]

😂

[@esy15288]

See u at the moon soon Daren

[@RogerSiow]

I heard the model 3 is a bug magnet, true?

[@bleusummers]

I only had a bug come into my car once, about one week collecting my car. Other than that, no other big issues. But I felt it was attracted to the English pear air freshener and not really Tesla

[@ybbolb]

I have always wondered how does a Tesla get internet connection. Do you to get a SIM card or tethered to your phone? Or it's has some sort of "build in SIM" that gives you connectivity in SG and even MY? What if you go further into TH? If the connectivity comes with the car, there is a subscription to pay?

[@mluu510]

It has a built in SIM card

[@ybbolb]

@@mluu510 So we will need to subscribe to Tesla's "data plan"? This plan let's you roam anywhere in the world? There is no option to opt out? Is there a wifi version?

[@mluu510]

@@ybbolb go to a Tesla showroom with these questions or vist their website

[@behwatch]

one crash and can scrap. repairing or replacing chasis is not allowed by SG law. luckily insurance solves the money issue.

[@dragius1977]

Power! 42,000km a year!

[@DarenYoong]

Haha will definitely be less than that! Been driving a lot the first 2 months and will slow down.

[@soundwithsilence]

Isn’t the rear screen position poor for your neck and posture when watching videos and playing games? An ipad would be better

[@DarenYoong]

Agree, a higher position will be more ergonomic. It’s not suitable for long term use by adults, and mainly works for kids.

[@jackzhangxiao]

It’s funny that you have to see all the cars in the road from the screen, not through your windscreen.

[@shiradoe83]

how about spare tyre?

[@DarenYoong]

Most EVs don’t carry a spare tyre. Some brands provide a tyre repair kit instead.

[@shiradoe83]

@@DarenYoong then what if one of the tyre gone flat/damage especially on highways? Tow?

[@celestialx8]

2 months?? wth

[@alifasy6786]

Letsgoo Korok Hunter😂

[@JoyJoy-v6p6d]

No front camera Wtf

[@DarenYoong]

Agree. Hopefully soon! Cybertruck and the refreshed Model S/X now have front cameras, so it’s likely future updates to 3/Y may come with front cameras.

[@livedtea4363]

LTA is punishing EV adoption.

[@kimboy98]

now we have to think of how to not let singaporeans use our cheap electricity 😅

[@eeffocian88]

1st

[@ulfw]

Truly stupid vehicle that makes no sense. No stalks to turn, no display in front of you and stupid UI. Sorry but no.

[@lootster]

Sure, people said the same thing when Apple released their first iPhone and there was no keypad 😂

[@racatulous]

@@lootsteror when the earphone jack disappeared 👻

[@OrdainedPrepper]

Perhaps consider the fact that Tesla sold 1.8 million vehicles just in 2023. Tesla also has one of, if not the best safety ratings in the automotive industry. The UI is industry leading both in terms of speed and functionality. The relocation of indicator stalk to buttons on the steering wheel will take some getting used to, but with FSD (here in the US) the system makes all lane changes so this is a moot point of contention. Your personal preference aside, I really don’t see how the continued success of the brand on a global scale is “stupid and makes no sense”

[@waterbubbler44]

Great coverage. Just got my m3 too. 🫢