Mind change?

[Agnstodds]

So I’m 4 weeks In waiting for my long range Model 3. Now I’m starting to think maybe I should change my order to the performance model... I’m not to sure what I should do.. I just received a text yesterday saying another 3-6 weeks and apparently if I ordered a performance today it would be the same.
Are the wheels and brakes worth it?
I know it’s faster but both are faster than most cars on the road and fun to drive anyway. Can anyone help??

 

[The_Observer]

Only real way to find out is to get a test drive of both, if that's possible to do so.

 

[Agnstodds]

Yeah .. not possible

 

[derekmw]

That all depends on you for the most part. Do you ever want to track it? If not, as @The_Observer stated, after test driving, do you find you just want that extra acceleration? If so, you have your answer.

 

[Agnstodds]

Has anyone had both models?

 

[derekmw]

I've had the Mid Range, and test drove the LR, but I would never want anything except the Performance I have now out of the models. But that's MY opinion...

 

[Agnstodds]

I used to track cars a while ago when I had my Subaru wrx Sti but haven’t in a long time. I love acceleration I’m just trying to justify $8000 more, lol if it’s worth it lol

 

[Arctic_White]

I used to track cars a while ago when I had my Subaru wrx Sti but haven’t in a long time. I love acceleration I’m just trying to justify $8000 more, lol if it’s worth it lol

As someone who has owned many performance cars, I'll be the first to tell you to keep your order of LR AWD. It is faster than 98% of the cars on the road so the extra $8K is just about boosting your ego.

Now, if you really want the speed to beat 99% of the cars, then add the acceleration boost upgrade for $2K.

IMO, the performance model isn't worth it unless $8K constitutes a small percentage of your net worth. Save that money and invest it in Tesla stocks.

 

[derekmw]

More than a few fellow M3 owners I've seen have tracked their STi's in the past including me. Those days are gone for me, I just don't have the time for the hobby, but I do still love having a car that has amazing acceleration.

For me, just because I'm cheap, I probably coudn't justify $8k to get that difference in acceleration. I got the stealth when they were under $50k. At that price, it was a no brainer...I assume there are no such deals anymore?

 

[eHaw]

As an owner of a long range all-wheel-drive model three, I can tell you it’s an incredible drive.

I am a tech geek, however, and I’m very jealous of those who have track mode. Not sure how often I would get to use it, but it looks like an off a lot of fun.

 

[zhu-]

My 3 biggest regrets with my Model 3 spec:

1. Didn't order performance model.

2. Didn't get white interior.

3. Didn't order performance model.

 

[Noodles]

Once the tesla has landed and the "keys" are in your hands...

you have 7 days to decline

why? just say I want the performance

 

[Agnstodds]

I guess after acceleration boost on the LR it’s only $6000 more for the M3P

 

[ForeverEv]

Has anyone had both models?

Yes. Get the Performance if the money jump doesn't hurt too bad, or if the AWD non-P is slower than other cars you've had (doubtful). Otherwise, the AWD is very quick and that's without the performance boost. Honestly it's a win-win situation.

 

[john5520]

If you have to ask, then finances are probably a concern. If not, go for the performance. If so, and you're OK with used, go that route. Else, test drive both and make a decision.

 

[The_Observer]

There's also the middle ground option, get the $2000 Acceleration Boost after you get your long range Model 3 (which you can buy later after you get the car). That will bring you to almost (if not identical) to the acceleration of the performance model before all the power increases.

 

[Wennfred]

Has anyone had both models?

From the YouTube videos, it’s a noticeable difference in power.

Fred

 

[hellocar]

Another consideration: LRAWD comes with smaller wheels that will be more resilient if you accidentally hit a pothole, and I would imagine that it has a bit of a more refined, comfortable ride from that extra rubber as well. If you live in an area like NYC etc. with lots of potholes and uneven pavement, this could make a big difference in your daily experience of the car, as well as avoiding some hassles with bent rims or even flats.

 

[Mattopotamus]

While I sometimes crave the acceleration of the Performance, I cannot justify the price increase for a speed boost that I rarely would use. 40mph+ is where I spend most of my time, and the variant across the Tesla line (SR+ - P) isn't that different once you get at higher speeds.

 

[Knightshade]

From the YouTube videos, it’s a noticeable difference in power.

Fred

About half that difference with the boost on the AWD though.

So it comes down to is the other half of the difference worth $6000.



If one is planning to track the car- Yes, it is. Because you get track mode. You can always sell the boat anchor 20s for better/lighter wheels.

If one is not planning to track the car then IMHO no it's not- because the brakes make no difference on the street, the wheels are worse so you're back to needing to replace them anyway... so all you're really getting for $6000 is a roughly 0.5 second reduction in 0-60