Discovered a great Model 3 Trunk photo

[gabeincal]

And THAT would be a deal breaker for me compared to my MS. I use the big opening all the time to load things or just generally help with cleaning, transporting, etc. I could not accept a trunk opening this small...

 

[Lukez]

agreed, M3 needed to be a hatch like ms

 

[Garlan Garner]

Is this a click bait thread?

 

[lunitiks]

Maybe

 

[Richg]

And THAT would be a deal breaker for me compared to my MS. I use the big opening all the time to load things or just generally help with cleaning, transporting, etc. I could not accept a trunk opening this small...

I use the Model S to carry my Bike around and find that the hatchback is a necessity. Hopefully golf clubs will still fit. Hoping for more detailed information.

 

[Stolz25]

That's because tesla chose form over function. That body shape is screaming to be a hatchback. It would have great cargo capacity that way, instead of poor cargo capacity. It feels like another example of tesla intentionally stunting the M3 so they can sell more MS's.
A fancy glass roof isn't worth the tradeoff of poor cargo space.
Will a stroller even fit in that thing?

In this case, form is function. They got more head space for backseat passengers and more range from being more aerodynamic. Seems that no matter how many times people are reminded of this they go back to thinking this change was made for looks. I'll take the headroom in the backseat over the extra trunk space any day. Just because you have a different preference doesn't mean one lacks function.

 

[Garlan Garner]

There is nothing new on this thread. Can we kill it please?

I hate using the term "Fake News".

 

[scottf200]

Title: Exclusive Tesla Model 3 Trunk Reveal!
Published on Jul 29, 2017

 

[darrelld]

Best photos of production trunk are from Motortrend;
http://st.motortrend.com/uploads/sites/5/2017/07/Tesla-Model-3-trunk-space.jpg

 

[milleron]

Yes, thanks. The Motortrend photos remove much doubt about the size.
Comparing the distance from the top of the taillights to the top of the trunk opening, that opening doesn't look much larger than on the initial prototypes. However, wasn't luggage volume originally listed as 13 cu.ft., whereas it's now "15?" (Sorry if this is another of my senior moments.)

 

[boiler81]

Best photos of production trunk are from Motortrend;
http://st.motortrend.com/uploads/sites/5/2017/07/Tesla-Model-3-trunk-space.jpg

Great MT high res. photos. I noted scratches on the far end of the black plastic trunk sill cover. Hope aftermarket addresses this opportunity. Also what's the point of larger trunk opening at the top, only to expose the rear shelf (red) blocking the access.

 

[alseTrick]

Yes, thanks. The Motortrend photos remove much doubt about the size.
Comparing the distance from the top of the taillights to the top of the trunk opening, that opening doesn't look much larger than on the initial prototypes. However, wasn't luggage volume originally listed as 13 cu.ft., whereas it's now "15?" (Sorry if this is another of my senior moments.)

The frunk is being included. The trunk essentially didn't change. Just the seal/lip around it was narrowed.

 

[scottf200]

Also what's the point of larger trunk opening at the top, only to expose the rear shelf (red) blocking the access.

That opening looks great compared to other small cars. Larger pieces of luggage (or anything else) and ability to stack smaller ones easier. Makes it easier to bend down and see what clearance you have. Bike handlebars entry (when the 2nd row is folded down).

 

[Barklikeadog]

Loading the trunk vs. inserting into the trunk
http://assets.clickmotive.com/ail/stills_white_0640/11418/11418_st0640_049.jpg
3 series
http://st.motortrend.com/uploads/sites/5/2015/09/2017-Audi-A4-interior-trunk-open.jpg
a4

http://assets.weathertech.com/assets/1/23/713x535/Alloy_Cover_Raptor_Luggage3.jpg
a real trunk

 

[johnr]

I have no idea why they chose to hinge it from way up. IMHO a more traditional hinge design would have made more sense. Also less chance of injury when closing the trunk. Yes, I've been injured before when closing a hatchback. The sedan style lid that's hinged lower in my experience is much safer.

 

[KarenRei]

Loading the trunk vs. inserting into the trunk
http://assets.clickmotive.com/ail/stills_white_0640/11418/11418_st0640_049.jpg
3 series
http://st.motortrend.com/uploads/sites/5/2015/09/2017-Audi-A4-interior-trunk-open.jpg
a4

That opening mechanism looks so inefficient compared to Tesla's - lots of wasted space and mass. Wonder why they did it that way?