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Tesla Model 3 will be revealed on March 31st
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The higher back semi-hatch wagonish design. it's there. it looks really unbalanced and not sleek, aggressive nor sporty.
This is more what I had in mind.
LMAO
Why the heck are you all expecting an M2 killer out of a $35 car haha
Elfforkusu
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I agree that that would be better. I suspect it's not imbalanced, though. Battery + electric motor changes the weight equation quite a bit.
lachesis
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I mean it's a 35k electric car... so it's going to be compromised somewhat. I think interior will be enhanced. Right now it seems like it's straight out of unfinished concept - don't see any vents or core instruments.
exterior wise, I am okay with it. functionality and practicality of carrying 5 people and large cargo and all. Just hope the option prices are reasonable - that top of the line would be somewhere around 45k max - but I have a feeling that it will easily reach 50k-55k...
exterior wise, I am okay with it. functionality and practicality of carrying 5 people and large cargo and all. Just hope the option prices are reasonable - that top of the line would be somewhere around 45k max - but I have a feeling that it will easily reach 50k-55k...
Lol I was thinking the same thing. Guaranteed people start making mods for it.
Adjust your expectations. This is a 35,000 dollar car.The higher back semi-hatch wagonish design. it's there. it looks really unbalanced and not sleek, aggressive nor sporty.
This is more what I had in mind.
doctordoak
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Preordered before the event. It's going to be a long 1-2 year wait.
https://www.periscope.tv/w/1dRKZyRkpgNxB
Watch this for more information.
questions are asked during the ride along.
The driver seems to imply the screen will display the speed and other relevant info. Unless i misheard.
Watch this for more information.
questions are asked during the ride along.
The driver seems to imply the screen will display the speed and other relevant info. Unless i misheard.
Yeah i understand that. I was just expecting something different design wise. It looks alright apart from the interior. There is nothing in there apart from the wheel and screen. Hopefully this will change in the future.
Feature wise its pretty neat. 215 miles minimum is a decent effort. Another 100-150 miles on range in the future and electric cars really will be a game changer.
Technosteve
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I will pay extra for information projected to the windshield i don't want to look at the tablet for speed
Even a regular 135i or 335i would be sufficient, Model 3 is not even a $15k design.
shinshoryuken
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Yup..that's a Tesla..
Uyou guys who say it looks like a panamera is right on.
The red one looks like deadpool...
Looks like a hybrid of panamera and Ford fusion....
Uyou guys who say it looks like a panamera is right on.
The red one looks like deadpool...
Looks like a hybrid of panamera and Ford fusion....
If you hunt around on fan Model S forums, you'll see that's already a thing.
The no grill thing doesn't bother me in the slightest, but I totally get the reactions that some have - it's a very out-of-the-ordinary look! People will become accustomed to soon enough, I'm sure, especially as more and more EVs hit the roads (though that may be a Blade Runner distant future)
Looks way better though, and it way more functional since the info is right in front of you, not centered. This look is coming to the C Class next year, which will compete directly with the 3 in price at around $35,000.
(sorry for the big pic!)
I agree with you, but the C class facelift will make it such that it will be in direct competition in price, which should scare Tesla when it comes to looks and bling. I'm a bit underwhelmed with the 3, to be honest, I was expecting it to be a bit more classy and it ended up a bit plain in my taste, but to each their own.
is there really that many people that are looking at a Mercedes and then at a Tesla? I feel like if your looking at a Tesla your doing so because its electric. Also the math on a Tesla at 35-40k is going to smoke cars that are even 10k less, when you factor in gas, servicing/oil changes/repairs etc.
This car realistically is comparing to the:
Audi A3
Mercedes CLA
Jaguar XE
Lexus IS
All of which are pretty good.
That being said, kudos for not making a boring car. Good stuff, bring the future and bring the competition
Eh lmao, nah. Its definitly a $25-35k car by shape. Now, its missing the aggressive indentations, shiny grills, and maybe the hard sheetmetal look to it, but that design is definitely $25k at minimum.
Audi A3
Mercedes CLA
Jaguar XE
Lexus IS
All of which are pretty good.
That being said, kudos for not making a boring car. Good stuff, bring the future and bring the competition
Eh lmao, nah. Its definitly a $25-35k car by shape. Now, its missing the aggressive indentations, shiny grills, and maybe the hard sheetmetal look to it, but that design is definitely $25k at minimum.
The more i think about, I think the A3 and the new Jaguar XE still have it pretty easily beat aesthetically when it comes to a 35k esque luxury sedan.
Actually the more i think about it, BMW might have it beat a little too. Though feature wise, if some of this stuff like autopilot and the technology are standard, it is clearly a better value.
Actually the more i think about it, BMW might have it beat a little too. Though feature wise, if some of this stuff like autopilot and the technology are standard, it is clearly a better value.
Yeah, I'd rank it aesthetically speaking above the CLA and the IS. The TLX I am on the fence about.
Autopilot hardware is standard, not software
Frustrated_me
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Canadian pricing? Anyone?
thought exactly the same. And like a mercedes fastback rear
You'll pay extra to activate the software. The car is equipped with the hardware but it'll need to be activated by Tesla for use.
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
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35k version Still better:
C'mon bruh. C'mon.
nhlducks35
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Dude you can't just design an electric car like a typical ICE powered car, it doesn't work like that
ZeezbruhTV
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35k version Still better:
now thats a ugly car
Gotcha. So I guess you could technically buy the base model and eventually pay for the upgrade?
Those aren't stock wheels nor is that stock ride height.35k version Still better:
Plus its needed for blind pedestrians.
Very iffy about no "grille"... not like the car needs it, but it's what give cars a family resemblance/identity these days.
35k version Still better:
Lmao, truly a peasant car.
Yes since it should just be a software upgrade.
Smart strategy.
You pay a fee one time to activate it. That's how it is for the Model S ($3,000). So all the cars have the capability, you just have to pay to unlock it.
Totally worth it though, that is the only add on I'll want most likely.
Shogmaster
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You certainly, can but will end up with a shitty battery powered car.
Even a regular 335i is still a $50,000+ executive sports sedan! Adjust your expectations my friend.
Given the huge potential for disaster here (see: every other all-electric car to date), the Model 3 looks about as good as one could reasonably expect.
Technosteve
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35k version Still better:
.... it's a poor man's bmw that can fit two people
Wow looks great.
Complaints about the grill, I think we're just SO accustomed to seeing cars one way.
Can you paint the hood black too? It would look pretty sick
Complaints about the grill, I think we're just SO accustomed to seeing cars one way.
Hopefully image is showing up. I'm on mobile so best I could do.
Can you paint the hood black too? It would look pretty sick
You can buy it later if you want, without any modifications to the car
$35k base model. Nothing else beyond that is known.
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