Tesla Model 3 Performance

[manracer]

Tried doing a search but couldn't see a thread, which I thought was odd.

Anyway, when the spec and US price was announced I must admit I thought, 'ok it's nice but is it worth the extra ££s, na, I'll just go for a long range dual motor'.

However now I've seen a review and read about the brakes, ride height, carbon bits and acceleration (not just 0-60 but also at higher speeds) I'm really finding it hard to not justify it to myself. I've seen some lowered model 3s with sticky rubber and lightweight wheels showing a huge performance increase and can't help but think the same modifications to a M3P would be a right hoot, especially if ludicrous mode is added. EV forums are talking 3.0 to 60, that's insane for say £50k new with such small running costs.

The icing on the cake for me, would be a drift mode or similar.

What makes the whole thing crazier is that unlike the traditional way that the base model comes first and the performance variant a year or sometimes longer, later, I'm pretty sure that the UK just like the US will be offered the performance before the £35k one!

Anyone else considering one?

Edited by manracer on Wednesday 25th July 23:32

[gangzoom]

Current US pricing shows the Perfomance 3 can be had for $64k including premium interior, compare that to $77k for the cheapest S which is slower and has less range.

Anyone whos interested in how cars drive should be really excited about the Perfomance 3, if Tesla ever allow customers to spec just the Performance drivetrain without the premium interior that would make it come in under $60k - though that's unlikely.

I hate taking out loans/PCP to buy a car, had budgeted for the standard lomg range RWD version, but if the Perfomance 3 turns out as good as I think it will be I might just have to break the habit of a life time.

If Tesla continues to allow you to spec one WITHOUT the carbon fibre spolier and flash red brake pads, stick with the default 19inch aero wheels and debage the thing your looking at the ulitmate Q car. McLaren F1 0-60 time in a car that looks like it wants make to make you tea, what else do you want in a car??

Edited by gangzoom on Thursday 26th July 05:34

[sjg]

There's the "performance" model (dual motor, etc) for $64k, then an optional $5k "Performance Upgrade" pack which includes:



The base $64k one is on the grey 18" aero wheels (which actually look great under the plastic covers), looks just like the regular one on the configurator, same choice of colours.

[manracer]

I think the 64k one is the one id go for, just upgrade the brakes myself. I kinda want turbine wheels so I'll get the separately.

It's misleading though as when you tick the performance model it says 155mph, yet that's only if you pay an extra 5k.

[manracer]

Just thought I'd post this model 3 Performance video here for those who haven't seen it yet:

https://youtu.be/uTjKdmWrj4U

[redback911]

I was considering ordering one of these, especially given this latest offer:

"Tesla offers Model 3 Performance buyers free unlimited Supercharging in latest referral program update"

https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-3-performanc...

[jjwilde]

manracer said:

Just thought I'd post this model 3 Performance video here for those who haven't seen it yet:

https://youtu.be/uTjKdmWrj4U

Really looking forward to some track videos of this car, I suspect Tesla have made sure it's going to beat the M5 etc. it does not seem to suffer from overheating like the S does.

[FurtiveFreddy]

redback911 said:

I was considering ordering one of these, especially given this latest offer:

"Tesla offers Model 3 Performance buyers free unlimited Supercharging in latest referral program update"

https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-3-performanc...

The only problem for us in the UK at the moment is that you can only put a reservation in, not an order, so you don't get the chance yet to tell them what spec you want or take advantages of any offers which might be running at the moment.

If the offers never expire than that's OK, but with (probably) over a year to go before we get them in the UK, a lot can change.

The performance of the RWD single motor version is very good, which makes it harder to justify the P version IMO, but my mind might be changed of course...

[redback911]

FurtiveFreddy said:

redback911 said:

I was considering ordering one of these, especially given this latest offer:

"Tesla offers Model 3 Performance buyers free unlimited Supercharging in latest referral program update"

https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-model-3-performanc...

The only problem for us in the UK at the moment is that you can only put a reservation in, not an order, so you don't get the chance yet to tell them what spec you want or take advantages of any offers which might be running at the moment.

If the offers never expire than that's OK, but with (probably) over a year to go before we get them in the UK, a lot can change.

The performance of the RWD single motor version is very good, which makes it harder to justify the P version IMO, but my mind might be changed of course...

Doh. I had been playing on the US site configurator and only realised this a little while ago when I used a referral code to the GB site.

The Tesla bug is new for us. We have a B&B/restaurant/bar/cottages complex on the west coast of The Lake District and are looking to add Tesla/EV charging point(s) to the car park. Our initial thought was to also get a Tesla Model S but the more I read and see the M3 Performance, it seems better option. Although I really don't want to wait 2 years for an M3.

Edited by redback911 on Wednesday 1st August 21:17

[gangzoom]

redback911 said:

Our initial thought was to also get a Tesla Model S but the more I read and see the M3 Performance, it seems better option. Although I really don't want to wait 2 years for an M3.

The S is a fab car, we had one on order till the X came along and woohed us with the fancy doors and stupid amount of room for grandparents etc.

But if your after the best 'driving' Tesla I recon the model 3 will be hard to beat, yes the 'cheap' $35K version is good value but if you want a cheap 200 miles+ EV you can buy a Kona, but if your care about driving the performance 3 will be hard to beat .

[manracer]

I'm wondering how they deal with reservations who opt for the performance, technically we haven't used a referral code, so it seems I'll be worse off and not get free supercharging even though I stumped up £1k over 2 years ago.

[FurtiveFreddy]

manracer said:

I'm wondering how they deal with reservations who opt for the performance, technically we haven't used a referral code, so it seems I'll be worse off and not get free supercharging even though I stumped up £1k over 2 years ago.

We're all in the same boat (UK reservations), so maybe there will be other offers and options just for us when the time comes.

[manracer]

FurtiveFreddy said:

manracer said:

I'm wondering how they deal with reservations who opt for the performance, technically we haven't used a referral code, so it seems I'll be worse off and not get free supercharging even though I stumped up £1k over 2 years ago.

We're all in the same boat (UK reservations), so maybe there will be other offers and options just for us when the time comes.

i do hope so, as I have been almost swayed to a model S a few times with the lure of free supercharging. On reflection im glad i didnt, just dont like the idea of being out done by someone who has a referral.

[RobDickinson]

It sounds great and fun on track too.

https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/road-tests/a...

[manracer]

RobDickinson said:

It sounds great and fun on track too.

https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/road-tests/a...

Oh my, sounds like they've done rather well with the performance. I was leaning towards the performance before this, now a little more.

Can't wait for my invite to spec!

Edited by manracer on Friday 3rd August 23:24

[manracer]

Video gone up recently of a model 3 performance doing the 1/4 mile in 11.771 @ 113.55. That is an impressive time, that's R35 GTR quick.

https://youtu.be/C6PYRmAK8f8

Another video of 0-60 in 3.18, that's equally impressive, that's McLaren 675LT quick.

https://youtu.be/N4TJDidF-fw

Not forgetting the newly leaked track mode. The Model 3 Performance lapped laguna seca faster than a Cayman GT4, Tesla Model S (config. unknown) and current Tesla Roadster.

I cannot wait to be invited to convert my reservation into an order and spec it up.