Any chance recently purchased model 3s will get the range upgrade as well?

[jyim89]

I took delivery of a Model 3 in September and I'm curious if the battery tech in the last quarter vs current quarter is really that different. What happened the last time there was a range update?

 

[Deep Purple]

I don’t think so. We might get a few miles but we don’t get the heat pump so the major advantages in cold weather is missing

 

[mmurphy]

I doubt it. But I do see we will get a couple of tenths off the 0-60. I noticed the acceleration boost purchase says “ 4.2 to 3.7s”. I have a 2020 model 3 awd and it used to be 4.4s

 

[jyim89]

I don’t think so. We might get a few miles but we don’t get the heat pump so the major advantages in cold weather is missing

Yes, the heat pump is useful for cold weather locations but it doesn't necessary increase overall range by itself. Unless there are battery differences as well I figured we could also get a range boost with an update.

 

[MP3Mike]

Yes, the heat pump is useful for cold weather locations but it doesn't necessary increase overall range by itself. Unless there are battery differences as well I figured we could also get a range boost with an update.

The heat pump does increase the EPA range estimate that it the number that Tesla provides.

 

[Stach]

I doubt it. But I do see we will get a couple of tenths off the 0-60. I noticed the acceleration boost purchase says “ 4.2 to 3.7s”. I have a 2020 model 3 awd and it used to be 4.4s

You already had those times, Tesla is just finally updating their information after 2 x 5% software power boost software releases in 2019.

 

[Knightshade]

I took delivery of a Model 3 in September and I'm curious if the battery tech in the last quarter vs current quarter is really that different. What happened the last time there was a range update?

Panasonic stated they improved battery density 5% starting in September, so I suppose if yours was BUILT in September it's possible you have the denser cells.

 

[SigNC]

I read most of the range increase was due to a new aero kit.

 

[LionXng]

I read most of the range increase was due to a new aero kit.

Where did you read that?

 

[ucmndd]

No.

 

[SigNC]

Where did you read that?

I thought i read it on electrek but maybe it was efficiency package which could mean anything.

 

[jyim89]

Electrek: Tesla pushes new software update increasing range of existing vehicles.
Tesla pushes new software update increasing range of existing vehicles - Electrek

 

[bbk3e]

Electrek: Tesla pushes new software update increasing range of existing vehicles.
Tesla pushes new software update increasing range of existing vehicles - Electrek

Reading the article, it doesn't seem to apply to Model 3s. They do mention the heat pump in Model 3s to improve range.

 

[one2many]

Just saw donkeys fly could be in the cards

 

[lozza]

I wonder if the heat pump helps with heating and preconditioning the battery? If that's the case, then it's much more meaningful for everyone vs. just for those in cold climates. This could be part of the significant range jump

 

[Ol'Blue]

I’m very curious, but doubtful of much improvement.

Sounds more to do with updated batteries/heat pump if the provided information is accurate.

I’ve never had reason to complain about the range in my P3D. But if I do want more range, I’ll get more energy efficient wheels when my tires are due for a change.

 

[Raechris]

I took delivery of a Model 3 in September and I'm curious if the battery tech in the last quarter vs current quarter is really that different. What happened the last time there was a range update?

Yes, but how many no one knows yet. Efficiency package refers to motor and hvac (eg. disabling passenger hvac when driving solo) software improvements leading to more miles of range. I think octovalve and battery chemistry factors in too. We should start to learn more in a few weeks what is attributed to software versus hardware . FYI just took delivery of 9/20 MY and it is getting its range increase - software only.

 

[jsrawa]

Just saw donkeys fly could be in the cards

It’s 2020, anything can happen.

 

[jeremymc7]

Battery improvement doesn’t equate to the mileages improvement stated.

it’s unclear if 2021 M3’s has heat pump or not.

There is a new update starting (slowly) to roll out since yesterday that states range improvements, but there’s not enough installs yet to know if that range also applies to 2020 and prior M3’s.

Everything will be clear soon enough.

 

[jsrawa]

Battery improvement doesn’t equate to the mileages improvement stated.

it’s unclear if 2021 M3’s has heat pump or not.

There is a new update starting (slowly) to roll out since yesterday that states range improvements, but there’s not enough installs yet to know if that range also applies to 2020 and prior M3’s.

Everything will be clear soon enough.

On TeslaFi update looks to be Y only, I’m not expecting any range improvement for us, 3s likely won’t even get this update.