2021 Model 3 and differences from 2020

[Peteski]

While I didn't hate the piano black console, I ended up spending $40 for a matte console wrap which takes care of the issue completely and looks great. Seems hardly necessary to go to 2021 just to get rid of the piano black console...

Well he did say he was insane
The new console is definitely more practical and I really like the wireless phone chargers. But I'm not overly impressed with the choice of plastic finish. It looks and feels a bit cheap and I suspect it would easily get scratched/chipped if you actually used the cup holders. Not a big deal, maybe third time lucky if they have another attempt?

 

[eivissa]

V16 was certified on the 1st of March:

 

[thinger]

This means that EU is getting new motors on next delivery? About may-june.

 

[eivissa]

This means that EU is getting new motors on next delivery? About may-june.

Yes, I believe in April we will see the release of the Long Range with the 82kwh pack and new rear motor. Deliverys in May and June.

Would be interesting if someone with more knowledge would explain the benefits of the new motor design. The motors have the same power rating by the way, so don't expect some ludicrous new Performance model.

In the end it's not a question of IF, but WHEN!

 

[thinger]

Yes, I believe in April we will see the release of the Long Range with the 82kwh pack and new rear motor. Deliverys in May and June.

Would be interesting if someone with more knowledge would explain the benefits of the new motor design. The motors have the same power rating by the way, so don't expect some ludicrous new Performance model.

In the end it's not a question of IF, but WHEN!

Should this also affect Performance? That is usually getting first these changes. Or is that already new motor?

 

[eivissa]

If you look at v16 Table 1 posted here, you will see that the new drive train is introduced in several variants incl. 2021 Performance.

 

[panpan1]

Maybe it's just me but I'm having a difficult time deciphering the above table. Can someone explain or break-down what Table 1 above means? How can you tell Long Range vs. Performance from the information on the table? Also, there are 2 SR and 2 LR that show Panasonic 2170 C or L. What does this mean? Also, is this in effect now or sometime in the future? I apologize if I'm the only one that doesn't get it.

 

[JussiE]

It only means that all of these options are validated to be delivered to customers. It does not mean that actual cars will be delivered with those combinations. Tesla is able to do so legally if they so decide.

But the table tell that LR-version can be delivered with all bigger battery variant including 82kWh Panasonic battery and Performance can be delivered with all variants including 75kWh LG battery. SR can be delivered with new Panasonic battery chemistry or old one or CATL Chemistry. It does not mean these combinations will be delivered or produced by Tesla. Only that those combinations have certified for EU deliveries.

 

[thinger]

Tesla has updated their own studio in here EU and now offering new interior. No mention this heated steering wheel.

Also paints have got 100€ increase and Performance model 1000€ increase.

 

[TBrownTX]

This morning US models appear to have gotten new door panel inserts, as well as updated center console colors.

Model 3 Updated Door Panels

Looks like Tesla updated it's door panels this morning, as reported by Electrek and verified on the Tesla website. One additional thing I noticed is that they seem to have changed the center console color to matte black from the current grey. A minor update, but plainly visible when you do a...

teslamotorsclub.com

Tim

 

[panpan1]

This morning US models appear to have gotten new door panel inserts, as well as updated center console colors.

Model 3 Updated Door Panels

Looks like Tesla updated it's door panels this morning, as reported by Electrek and verified on the Tesla website. One additional thing I noticed is that they seem to have changed the center console color to matte black from the current grey. A minor update, but plainly visible when you do a...

teslamotorsclub.com

Tim

As well as another $500 increase.

 

[TBrownTX]

As well as another $500 increase.

$1000 for the Performance.

Tim

 

[eggtoast]

Have a june delivery date for a M3LR ordered before the door update on the site, rep said my model would deliver with the new doors while still paying the pre-price-increase amount.

 

[NinjaFoot]

I have placed my order for a Model 3 LR this week. Delivery dates shows May 18 - June 17 right now. Am I going to get 82kw battery and the new motors?

 

[Drifting]

My understanding is the the refreshed Model 3 comes with regenerative braking now locked at only the highest level and there is no option to reduce it to a lower setting like the original Model 3?

My M3P lease is up in a year, and I was considering an outright purchase of a new M3P because of the improved heat pump, sound insulation, but I live in an area with regular ice on the roads during the winter and I noticed the high level of regenerative braking makes the cars unstable, while the low level does not.

If Tesla really has taken away that choice between high and low regenerative braking with the new Model 3, then I will just have to buy my old car when the lease is up.

Another know the story on that? Particularly if it is impossible to switch regen braking to low setting on the newest model 3 refresh?

 

[thinger]

Not possible to change this. I think that Tesla mentioned somwhere that there is"AI" handling that or that was coming. Can't remember.

 

[FredMt]

My understanding is the the refreshed Model 3 comes with regenerative braking now locked at only the highest level and there is no option to reduce it to a lower setting like the original Model 3?

Exactly, with refresh model no choice to switch between "low" / "high 'regenerative braking.
But i would like to say that regenerative braking standard level (highest) on a 2019 LR seems to be stronger than on a M3P 2021 with no option - I am driving these 2 cars at the moment alternatively - and so, impossible to say how many, but I notice that the decrease in speed due to regenerative braking is lower on 2021 M3P.

 

[TimothyHW3]

braking is lower on 2021 M3P.

I think this is just a temperature thing. I drove both 2019 LR and 2021 and didn't see a difference.

And I can confirm that on slippery road and downhill with snow low regen is better. But Tesla cares more about EPA range in the city in California than safety, unfortunately.

 

[Sbax]

I think this is just a temperature thing. I drove both 2019 LR and 2021 and didn't see a difference.

And I can confirm that on slippery road and downhill with snow low regen is better. But Tesla cares more about EPA range in the city in California than safety, unfortunately.

To all these people complaining about not having low regen: have you not been able to figure out how to use the accelerator in a way that "coasts"? You can position your foot in the right position to where the car is not accelerating or decelerating. It's not that hard imo and you can look at the green and black bar to figure out at what point you aren't producing or using energy.

 

[TimothyHW3]

Yeah, except that on a slope, especially in the snow, you don't want to coast, you want to break with the engine like you would do shifting down. And with high regen it is very hard to gradually do it. Trust me, it is very, very hard. And the minute you switch to low regen you gain control.

Even Bjørn Nyland complained about it. It is a very dangerous situation.

I am pretty sure you can fix that with software by giving less regen on slopes and slippery conditions, but these guys in California probably have never driven in snow to begin with. So giving us low regen option is the best thing.

But like I said, since the EPA will use it, as it is an option in the car, this will probably cut down the range by a few miles. And Tesla is more concerned about winning the EPA game.

Which in turn results to idiots like the Edmunds people "debunking" the EPA range, thus nullifying Tesla's advantage, and we are back at square 1.