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Tesla Model 3 will be revealed on March 31st
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AstroNut325
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Yup. Not understanding the hate.
biggersmaller
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Exactly. The Model S is like a BMW 7 Series and the Model 3...well... like a 3 series. I assumed this from day 1 when they announced a $35k vehicle.
Honestly it's been exceeding my expectations from what I've seen to this point - however I'm not ordering until I sit in one.
SteveMeister
Hang out with Steve.
The Bolt has a 60kWh battery and 238 EPA range. Hopefully this'll mean the base 3 will be closer to that than 215!
SyenceLabb
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This has nothing to do with the 3, but the Model X black on black fully loaded is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen.
sankt-Antonio
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I never owned a car, and started using BMW's DriveNOW service, sometimes I land in a BMW i3, the whole concept plus that car feel very futuristic - in a couple of years I hope I'll be able to summon the car to my doorsteps.
I'm probably going to get the RWD model despite owning and loving my AWD Audi. Model S owners have stated that the weight of the battery and low center of gravity combined with the stability control systems means it drives better in rain or snow than any front wheel drive. That should be good enough for me.
SteveMeister
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Aside from better traction in adverse conditions, another reason to get a Tesla AWD is that with the S and X, the AWD models have had a higher range and better performance than the RWD models.
because they put a bigger motor in back and a smaller motor in front, when you reach highways speeds they turn the rear motor off, thus saving power by not powering the bigger motor. At least thats my understanding of what they've done.
wumster3000
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My wife and I had the same mindset. Then we thought, if we are splurging on a battery, why not just get an S. We decided to get an S based off of that fact. We added more options, but in the end, we figured that upgrading the battery, seats and other stuff would put us at the entry level for an S. Granted we got a 75, but we feel the pros of an S out weighs the cons of not having one.
I think Musk himself said a low-end Model S is better than a fully decked out Model 3.
plagiarize
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Yeah, basically. They're tuned for different things.
Unknown Soldier
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In today's latest example of anti-selling the hell out of the Model 3, Tesla blatantly drove 2 of the things down SF's famous tourist spot Lombard Street in a futile attempt to get people to not want to buy them.
http://imgur.com/a/LIMv2
It's even more funny when the drivers parked the things at CCS/CHAdeMO chargers just to let people look at them more, since Tesla doesn't ship their cars with a CHAdeMO charger adapter in North America and these ones weren't even plugged in to the chargers.
https://electrek.co/2017/05/27/tesla-model-3-ccs-chademo-charging-station/
http://imgur.com/a/LIMv2
It's even more funny when the drivers parked the things at CCS/CHAdeMO chargers just to let people look at them more, since Tesla doesn't ship their cars with a CHAdeMO charger adapter in North America and these ones weren't even plugged in to the chargers.
https://electrek.co/2017/05/27/tesla-model-3-ccs-chademo-charging-station/
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
And more Model 3 vows. Fucking pissing me off.
Tesla confirms Model 3 wheel options, optional Glass Roof, and coil suspension.
https://electrek.co/2017/05/28/tesla-model-3-wheel-options-glass-roof-suspension/
They modified the ones listed under the Model S and added some under Model 3:
Full Self-Driving Capability
Aluminum and Steel Body
Coil Suspension
Optional Glass Roof
18″ or 19″ Wheels
Tesla confirms Model 3 wheel options, optional Glass Roof, and coil suspension.
https://electrek.co/2017/05/28/tesla-model-3-wheel-options-glass-roof-suspension/
They modified the ones listed under the Model S and added some under Model 3:
Full Self-Driving Capability
Aluminum and Steel Body
Coil Suspension
Optional Glass Roof
18″ or 19″ Wheels
You expected the $35k car to have the same options as the $70k car?
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
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I didn't expect the glass roof to be optional. Meh.
It's not even going to be 35k if the federal credit goes away
Unknown Soldier
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They literally said the car would come with the metal or glass roof during the original reveal
35k base without the credit. If you are part of the lucky few that still gets the full credit and has enough taxable income, you pay 27.5k.
You'll still get tax credits a year and a half after they start phasing out, unless the law is changed.
http://insideevs.com/when-will-the-7500-us-credit-expire-for-the-tesla-model-3-and-everyone-else/
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
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Canada-GAF is feeling your tears.
35k base without the credit. If you are part of the lucky few that still gets the full credit and has enough taxable income, you pay 27.5k.
You'll still get tax credits a year and a half after they start phasing out, unless the law is changed.
http://insideevs.com/when-will-the-7500-us-credit-expire-for-the-tesla-model-3-and-everyone-else/
Yeah, you get $14,000 incentive in Ontario, Canada. I want to get this ASAP before the incentive reduces down to $7,500, which it surely will.
i have no idea what youre trying to imply here
exactly.
it's optional on the model s and you expect it to not be on the 3? Cmon man.
I think he's being sarcastic.
Vanillalite
Ask me about the GAF Notebook
Buying a car in the modern age comes to this.
They always advertise the absolute​ lowest base model and up charge out the ass for "extras".
Does it suck? Yes
Is what it is though.
Unknown Soldier
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If you've ever seen a base BMW 3 series like the 320i you would know what a joke base models are from the incumbent automakers. Nobody buys the base BMW, or Mercedes, or Audi.
The Tesla 3 is already going to come with a 5.6 seconds 0-60 and 215 miles electric range, demanding leather seats and a glass roof also for your $35k would get you laughed off the BMW dealer lot. Not that BMW offers a glass roof on their cars at all, even as an option.
Mr.Shrugglesã
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Modern age?
Car selling has always been like this. Unless your talking like model t.
Also, I'm sure plenty of people don't even want the glass roof, so it'll be good for them that the glass roof is only optional.
Valkyr Junkie
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Some were speculating that the glass roof would be standard since the larger opening would allow for robotic arms to automate more of the interior component installation, which is the least automated part of vehicle assembly.
So much for that theory.
Unknown Soldier
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You could just as easily put a sheet of metal on top of the opening as you could a piece of glass. That theory never made sense from day one.
you don't have to paint glass so you can put it on after the body is painted without having to weld it to the frame
Looks better when its matte black tbh. And of course the black CA license plate is a must.
My wallet is ready
I haven't made a reservation, but I'm going AWD in probably 2019/2020Same
Mine isn't lol. Going to have to hold out for AWD!
RustyNails
Member
Better be the surprise launch for Configurator website.
Unknown Soldier
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Elon will probably let slip on Sunday what day the official announcement will actually be. It's the announcement of an announcement.
Yeah the configurator will be. "Pick your color"
Unknown Soldier
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"If you want a color other than white, buy a Model S!"
- Elon Musk 2017
- Elon Musk 2017
kaname-san
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How does this car compare to the Chevy bolt, which I can also afford?
ScepticMatt
Member
hmm...
Bolt:
- Traditional Hatchback design
- Familiar interior
- CCS DC charging (55 kW)
- Available now (selected locations)
Model 3:
- Futuristic sedan
- Minimalistic interior
- Supercharging (90 kW?)
- Long wait after preorder
Don't forget autopilot and eventual autonomy.
RustyNails
Member
I mean, just on looks alone..if you prefer zany run-of-the-mill electric car design, Chevy Bolt is for you
I dont...I prefer Model 3's look,
Besides that, I just prefer Tesla's forward thinking mentality when it comes to renewable energy. Also, Tesla's warranty is supposedly the best in biz.
Unknown Soldier
Member
The 3 looks like a car.
The Bolt looks like the stereotypical ugly EV.
The Bolt looks like the stereotypical ugly EV.
SteveMeister
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The Bolt looks like a combination of the Sonic and Cruze, which makes sense because it shares many components with those cars. Do image searches on Sonic and Cruze. You'll see the resemblance.
I have a Bolt. It's quick, fun to drive, has a ton of room, and enough range for everything I need it for. It's an excellent car and deserving of all of the awards it has received.
I also have a Model 3 preordered. I like both of them, for different reasons.
kaname-san
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Thanks guys but I have eyes. I was thinking more in terms of features.
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