Just picked up our Model 3 (Vin 22XX) at MDR today (I love it) and compared the energy usage on the way back home (~50 mile trip on the 405). WOW, what a difference in energy usage. The model 3 used 220Wh/mile while my 2013 P85 used 299Wh/mile. Both are rear wheel drive only. The Model 3 had 18 inch tires vs 21 inch on the Model S, which favors the Model 3. However, the Model 3 tires were brand new while the Model S tires were mid-life, favoring the Model S on energy use. Lower weight for the Model 3 also favors less energy usage.
I am not sure if these differences can explain the major improvement in energy usage, but bottom line I am thoroughly impressed by the improvement in energy usage in the Model 3 over the P85. Well done Elon, well done.
I am not sure if these differences can explain the major improvement in energy usage, but bottom line I am thoroughly impressed by the improvement in energy usage in the Model 3 over the P85. Well done Elon, well done.