The Model 3 is a bit like an iPhone. When you have one, you don’t have a “car,” you have a Tesla. Introduced in 2017, the car finally arrived in France in 2019. At that time, it had no direct competitors, which allowed it to pass through our French fleet without batting an eye. however, Tesla model 3 not free from any criticism. Between price fluctuations just like fuel and a few minor flaws, it can make people cringe. Enabled the second-hand marketthere is a sedan cheaper than new, without being too run-of-the-mill. On the other hand, you won’t yet have the facelifted version that just arrived at the dealership.

A style that is already very refined in the Tesla Model 3

In terms of looks, Tesla has done a good job aerodynamics of your carto increase its autonomy. We have a very streamlined sedan with well thought out lines and flush handles make air flows as liquid as possible which apply to the vehicle during its movement. The grill is full, as on most electric cars, and form of almond lights typical for Tesla before restyling.
Inside, the Model 3 and Tesla models in general offer design very refined. Almost all orders are located on 15-inch central on-board screen. If you are not tech savvy, this sedan is not for you. It still remains on the spawned version komodos located behind the wheel. They allow you to control the turn signals, windshield wipers and gearbox. Despite everything, the interface is very smooth and quite ergonomic. It takes a little getting used to at first, but once you get the hang of it, it gets a lot easier. There is a steering wheel from vegan leatheras is the upholstery, which is also heated and electrically adjustable, only at the front, in all versions.
As with the dashboard, the Tesla Model 3 has simple option packages. Almost all equipment is standard, only aesthetic options are available to change the color of the interior, rims or body color. The real option that can increase the price of this Model 3 on the second-hand market is availability or absence advanced autopilot.

Tesla Model 3: No trim, but versions

At Tesla, we don’t really talk about trim level. The aesthetic aspect is practically unchanged between versions, except for the rims. However, what sets them apart layout and power of engines. Tesla’s entry-level Model 3 at the time was a version standard plus. This version is equipped with electric motor with a capacity of 325 hp, located on the rear axle. So, we are dealing with a power model. Then the American manufacturer offered two more powerful versionsnamed “Great autonomy” AND “Performance”. Both are offered with two electric motors, one on each axle, in the all-wheel drive version. The first offers 440 hp authorities and the second 513 hp. Its power data is available grades, Tesla does not exactly disclose the exact power of its models.
But then, which version to prefer in the second-hand market? The one that offers the best compromise, autonomy, performance and price version with long autonomy.

Unprecedented driving sensations at that time

with 218 kg lighter that its companions, the “little” Tesla Model 3 with a single engine on the rear axle, turns out, contrary to what one might think, less maneuverable than all-wheel drive versions. The steering lacks feel, but with its 325 hp. this Standard Plus version is still available fun to driveif we forget about the lack of noise from the engine, it is obvious that we are on an electric model.
As for all-wheel drive versions, The Model 3 Grande Autonomie is barely more eager than the standard, more urban version, and as the name suggests, has better autonomy as well as increased power. It is already running chronometers, and its suspension compromise seems to be the best adapted in the range, thanks to its still reasonably sized discs. Last, productive version, it is made for those who want a sensation. She is the only one who wins a “scheme” mode that changes the intervention of his ESP. Its battery, however, has the same capacity as the Long Autonomy with its 75 kW, so the autonomy is reduced. Finally, the Model 3 heats up quickly during heavy use is not an endurance athlete.
From the point of view of reliability, whatever engine you choose is not worth it do not face problems. Rather, it affects the model minor defects, like the build quality, often with some problems with the alignment of parts, or the rather frequent deterioration of the vegan upholstery leather. The main problem still remains touch screen errors. When you know, as stated before, that all orders go through this screen, it’s frustrating.

La Bonne Occaz, the second-hand podcast from AutoPlus

La Bonne Occaz is an AutoPlus podcast dedicated to used vehicles. Every month we invite you to discover a model available on the second-hand market. We provide you with the good points of the vehicle, the criteria you should be more vigilant about, and the ad found online that is as close as possible to what we recommend.
In this episode about the Tesla Model 3 in advertising, we spotted the model in the 2020 Long Autonomy version with just over 60,000 kilometers on the clock for less than €30,000, €29,990 to be exact. Overall, you should be able to find what you’re looking for in this envelope.
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