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Here's what the configuration page looks like:

http://imgur.com/a/7VVtz

Here's what the UI is like:

https://projects.invisionapp.com/share/DPCUX2ETA#/screens/246644259

 

[Psychotext]

Not a fan of that UI at all.

I do like that black Model 3 with the dark wheels though.

 

[Donos]

Ui could be a bit less yeah but well. Did they change the UI in the S with updates?

 

[Valkyr Junkie]

Tesla bringing back Salad Shooter wheels from GM's graveyard.

 

[h1nch]

Man that UI is hot

 

[GTI Guy]

Tesla fan created

http://labs.web3d.co/_tesla3/

 

[mcfrank]

To be fair, that is a screenshot of the UI with the "about page" pop up on hovering over the interface. Here it is without that

 

[XMonkey]

Every Tesla currently being sold has the capability of full Level 5 autonomy with a future software update. They're not close to that, maybe a year or two away, but they have the sensor suite and computing power for it in every Tesla since last October.

1-2 years away from L5 autonomy? Uh.. ok.

 

[Living the Dream]

Don't see the point of buying full automation now nor do I see the point of getting 19s [weight = less range]

 

[XMonkey]

Don't see the point of buying full automation now nor do I see the point of getting 19s [weight = less range]

I agree on the full automation option. It's way too hard to predict when this is going to be available (or even legally allowed) wherever an owner lives. It feels sheisty of them to charge 3k up front with no idea of an ETA. You're basically giving them money for nothing.

 

[mcfrank]

Full automation is the only option I am skipping at launch. Too much is still up in the air to commit 3,000$ to it.

 

[mnannola]

To be fair, that is a screenshot of the UI with the "about page" pop up on hovering over the interface. Here it is without that

Damn that UI looks cluttered. Seems like there should be either a bigger screen, or a few different screens to split different functions on to.

 

[Living the Dream]

Damn that UI looks cluttered. Seems like there should be either a bigger screen, or a few different screens to split different functions on to.

The good news is that the UI can be updated and changed whenever; unless a normal instrument cluster.

 

[Sectorseven]

1-2 years away from L5 autonomy? Uh.. ok.

2 years is Elon's prediction, based purely on the tech and not factoring in legal restrictions.

 

[Doodis]

Full automation is the only option I am skipping at launch. Too much is still up in the air to commit 3,000$ to it.

Ideally, I'd do the same. But my finances will crumble. I keep going back and forth between which options to get...long range battery, buy autopilot later with tax credit...standard battery plus autopilot...standard battery with AWD, but lose full tax credit...

I keep going back and forth. I tell myself, "You'll have this car for 10 years, don't skimp." Then I remind myself, "You'd be okay with payments now but what happens when Mrs. Doodis needs a new car in a couple years!" Le sigh. Le first world problems.

 

[muu]

2 years is Elon's prediction, based purely on the tech and not factoring in legal restrictions.

If I recall Japan is claiming L5 automation ready for the olympic games, so it would make sense for the goal to beat them to the punch.

 

[XMonkey]

2 years is Elon's prediction, based purely on the tech and not factoring in legal restrictions.

Elon's optimism is boundless, no doubt.

L5 is "I can fall asleep in my car and get where I'm going safely" automation and frankly anything claiming that level should spend at least 1-2 years in testing alone just to prove it's safe, nevermind the time it actually takes getting the tech to that proficiency.

Someone is better off investing that 3k instead of paying it up front and then just paying for the enhanced AP once it's proven.

 

[milanbaros]

Elon's optimism is boundless, no doubt.

L5 is "I can fall asleep in my car and get where I'm going safely" automation and frankly anything claiming that level should spend at least 1-2 years in testing alone just to prove it's safe, nevermind the time it actually takes getting the tech to that proficiency.

Someone is better off investing that 3k instead of paying it up front and then just paying for the enhanced AP once it's proven.

Fully autonomous is coming faster than most people expect. I see the roads of European cities being completely different in 10 years.

 

[Angelus Errare]

Tesla really should have given the 3 an instrument dash behind the steering wheel.

 

[adamsappel]

Full autonomous will arrive before it is legal to use it.

 

[Sectorseven]

Elon's optimism is boundless, no doubt.

L5 is "I can fall asleep in my car and get where I'm going safely" automation and frankly anything claiming that level should spend at least 1-2 years in testing alone just to prove it's safe, nevermind the time it actually takes getting the tech to that proficiency.

Someone is better off investing that 3k instead of paying it up front and then just paying for the enhanced AP once it's proven.

Supposedly they have a huge leg up on the competition by having so much more real world data.

 

[Jisgsaw]

Fully autonomous is coming faster than most people expect. I see the roads of European cities being completely different in 10 years.

Autonomous systems won't be ready to drive in cities, least of all european cities, before at the very least 5 years. There still isn't a single system today that can mange highways (which are much, much easier situations) , even those will take a couple years to come.

And while we're at it, I'm still doubtful the sensor setup of Tesla will be sufficient to reach the targeted performance and reliability.

 

[LaneDS]

I'll be doing the enhanced autopilot, if for nothing else being able to zone out during stop and go traffic. Full autopilot... yeah, we'll see. Not a lot of faith in U.S. lawmakers these days to pass progressive, forward thinking laws so my expectation of being able to use that feature in this car is low.

 

[Psychotext]

The good news is that the UI can be updated and changed whenever; unless a normal instrument cluster.

A "normal" instrument cluster, sure. But both mine and my wife's cars have screens behind the wheel.

Can update that as you fancy (and customise it to a certain extent as the driver).

 

[Unknown Soldier]

I'll be doing the enhanced autopilot, if for nothing else being able to zone out during stop and go traffic. Full autopilot... yeah, we'll see. Not a lot of faith in U.S. lawmakers these days to pass progressive, forward thinking laws so my expectation of being able to use that feature in this car is low.

I can tell you that Autopilot is nothing short of a miracle in rush hour traffic. It's literally revolutionary for horrible commutes.

 

[Living the Dream]

So Tesla is doing 0.99% for up to 72 months on all new Model S. Tempting but even with base 3 + Premium it's only 40k versus base S being $70k. I don't really see the difference of 30k there; especially the additional 5k on the S for the Premium making it 40k versus $75k.

I have a feeling they're having a difficult time selling new S's.

 

[Unknown Soldier]

So Tesla is doing 0.99% for up to 72 months on all new Model S. Tempting but even with base 3 + Premium it's only 40k versus base S being $70k. I don't really see the difference of 30k there; especially the additional 5k on the S for the Premium making it 40k versus $75k.

I have a feeling they're having a difficult time selling new S's.

They just had an earnings report yesterday and sales of S and X have actually increased since the announcement of 3.

 

[TheOctodad]

Weighed it for awhile. Almost backed out. After looking at my options, as long as I qualify for the $7,500 credit I'll be getting a RWD, Premium upgrade, Tesla 3 mid next year it looks like.

 

[Living the Dream]

They just had an earnings report yesterday and sales of S and X have actually increased since the announcement of 3.

Guessing it's for people who just can't wait. I've the money to buy either with cash but after the 3; the S just doesn't have the value it once did.

3 + Premium = 40k
S + Premium = 80k

Sure it has a bit more features, but I don't see the value in a 100% markup. That's not even getting to the other two models of the S...

I firmly think the S model will have to come down in price by at least 20% or have to offer ALOT more to justify a 100% difference.

 

[hateradio]

Tesla fan created

http://labs.web3d.co/_tesla3/

Doesn't work with Safari.

Not a fan of the stock colors, besides midnight silver metallic. Was thinking of just doing a custom paint job, but I don't know how much that would be. Maybe a bit more than the 1k they're charging?

 

[Unknown Soldier]

Guessing it's for people who just can't wait. I've the money to buy either with cash but after the 3; the S just doesn't have the value it once did.

3 + Premium = 40k
S + Premium = 80k

Sure it has a bit more features, but I don't see the value in a 100% markup. That's not even getting to the other two models of the S...

I firmly think the S model will have to come down in price by at least 20% or have to offer ALOT more to justify a 100% difference.

I don't really know what you're arguing about here. Tesla has already said sales of S and X are as healthy as ever, if not more so than before. So how you personally feel is completely irrelevant. There's always going to be a market for the S and X, just as there will always be a market for the BMW 5 series and 7 series even though the 3 series exists.

As an S owner myself, I don't feel like I got ripped off buying an S instead of a 3. The S is an amazing car. The 3 will also be an amazing car. It's a difference of degrees. I also buy $750 video cards and think they are amazing. Value isn't just about price and nothing else. If anything, people should remember the adage "I'm too poor to buy cheap" and understand and embrace the meaning of that adage.

 

[Valkyr Junkie]

Doesn't work with Safari.

Not a fan of the stock colors, besides midnight silver metallic. Was thinking of just doing a custom paint job, but I don't know how much that would be. Maybe a bit more than the 1k they're charging?

Uh, a custom paint job is gonna run a whole lot more than $1000. You wouldn't even be able to get the car vinyl wrapped for that.

 

[mcfrank]

Seeing the red in normal lighting conditions makes me even more sure that is what I want.

 

[Coketruck]

I reserved a Model 3 on August 2 and was given an initial delivery date of early 2019. Checked it this morning and saw that it had changed to late 2018. Nice.

 

[#sorrynotsorry]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

 

[m_shortpants]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

310 miles is horrendous? That's how much my car gets right now on a full tank.

 

[TrumanBurbank]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

You can schedule test drives.

 

[Valkyr Junkie]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

Most families own more than 1 car.

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[captive]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

Beleieve it or not, there are a whole lot of people that couldn't give two shits about how a car drives. It's literally something that gets them from A to B. Strangely enough it seems there's also a whole lot of people that believe they shouldn't be going from point A to B using gas.

 

[SapientWolf]

Every Tesla currently being sold has the capability of full Level 5 autonomy with a future software update. They're not close to that, maybe a year or two away, but they have the sensor suite and computing power for it in every Tesla since last October.

I think Tesla's end game is facilitating a Tesla ride share service that they share profits from. Otherwise, why eat the cost on that equipment?

 

[FinKL]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

My reservation delivery date is projected to be mid 2018, I'm sure I'll test drive one at a store before then. Hate it? Cancel it, easy it's not like your reservation is non-refundable.

Color choice is the hard option, though leaning white, then blue.

 

[toohectic]

Are there any interior color options? Or are they all black?

 

[Ryu]

Black for now. White late this year.

 

[Doodis]

Seeing the red in normal lighting conditions makes me even more sure that is what I want.

Have you seen the shots in the MotorTrend review? Hnnnggg.

http://www.motortrend.com/cars/tesla/model-3/2018/exclusive-tesla-model-3-first-drive-review/

Wife likes white, though, so I must oblige.

 

[h1nch]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

Is your daily commute more than 300 miles? If so you're an extreme edge case and EVs are probably not for you. For the remaining 99% of people, 310 miles is like more than enough. You would presumably charge your car every night like you do your phone, and never ever have to go to a gas station ever again.

What is so horrendous about that?

 

[Jezbollah]

Is your daily commute more than 300 miles? If so you're an extreme edge case and EVs are probably not for you. For the remaining 99% of people, 310 miles is like more than enough. You would presumably charge your car every night like you do your phone, and never ever have to go to a gas station ever again.

What is so horrendous about that?

Your example only caters for those who live in large areas where commuting 300 miles is low percentage. In other smaller countries, where flying or taking a train isnt an option it happens a lot - this is why you have smaller cars with more efficient combustion engines.

Your 99% is greatly reduced in those scenarios. EVs have a long way to go outside America.

 

[mcfrank]

Not to be negative, but I can't imagine that driving distance being anything short of horrendous. This seems like a car made for people who don't even enjoy driving.

Also, I truly can't believe you guys are going to buy a car you haven't yet driven. What an insane risk. What if you hate it? Because guaranteed some people who buy one will.

Shit post? Shit post.

 

[hateradio]

Seeing the red in normal lighting conditions makes me even more sure that is what I want.

But red attracts more police attention. 😶

 

[Alcander]

Your example only caters for those who live in large areas where commuting 300 miles is low percentage. In other smaller countries, where flying or taking a train isnt an option it happens a lot - this is why you have smaller cars with more efficient combustion engines.

Your 99% is greatly reduced in those scenarios. EVs have a long way to go outside America.

What is even the point of this post? Yes, batteries don't last forever. The tech will improve, but >300 miles on a single charge is more than enough to be viable for most people's commutes.

 

[mf.luder]

Going from left to right:

blue heat icon is?
red heat icon is?