In the field of domestic new energy, the controversy of the Tesla brand has been continuous, such as various quality problems, and such as the previous price reduction tide, there are often some negative news that have become a hot topic of discussion in the automotive industry, but what is more interesting is that this does not affect Tesla's sales data in the market, such as its mid-size sedan Model 3, since the listing, has maintained a high degree of popularity and sales data, currently on sale a total of 2 models, namely: 264 horsepower pure electric range of 606KM version and 450 horsepower pure electric range of 713KM version, the guide price range of 261,400-297,400 yuan, the whole system is equipped with a wealth of active safety configuration and L2 level of auxiliary driving functions, in terms of intelligent performance is very good, what is the strength of this car? The editor will take you to analyze which version is worth starting.
In terms of appearance, Model 3 adopts a family-style design language, the front face is equipped with a closed large envelope shape that is customary for new energy models, the overall visual effect is simple and durable, the downward angle of the hood is very smooth, the drag coefficient has reached 0.22Cd, which can improve a certain endurance, the headlights on both sides are fashionable and beautiful, the far and near beams are LED light sources, and equipped with matrix lighting features, the lighting effect is excellent.
The side of the body presents a swooping attitude, full of sportiness, the segmented waistline design is smooth and dynamic, the windows are blackened to add a certain sense of sportiness, the folded line treatment under the door highlights a certain sense of hierarchy, the hidden door handle design can reduce a certain drag coefficient during driving, the whole system is equipped with 18-inch blackened aluminum alloy wheels, and the front and rear tire specifications are 235/45 R18.
The rear of the vehicle adopts the design of the slip-back, which is very smooth and dynamic, the rear windshield is equipped with a high-mounted brake light, the slightly raised ducktail shape on the tail box lid adds a certain sense of sportiness, the "C" shaped taillights on both sides are fashionable and beautiful, and have a certain degree of recognition after being lit, and the bottom surrounds both sides are equipped with horizontal red reflective strips, which adds a certain degree of safety.
In the interior part, the Model 3 adopts a T-shaped design layout, there are no physical buttons on the center console, and most of the functions are operated by the multi-function steering wheel, car screen and voice recognition, which has a strong sense of science and technology. All models come standard with a multi-function leather electric adjustable steering wheel, steering wheel memory/heating function, a 15.4-inch center display with Tesla's in-vehicle system software, AMD Ryzen in-vehicle intelligent chip, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, active braking, lane merging assist, lane keeping assist system, lane centering, active DMS fatigue detection, in-car vital signs detection, L2 level of assisted driving functions, Internet of Vehicles, OTA upgrade and voice recognition control system and other functions, the configuration is indeed very rich.
In terms of space, the length, width and height of the Model 3 are: 4720x1848x1442mm, the wheelbase is 2875mm, positioning a medium-sized car, the second row of the ride space is quite spacious, for adults with a height of 175cm, there is still more than 2 punches of legroom, the seat is wide and thick, and the material of imitation leather is used, and the support is not bad. The luggage compartment has a daily volume of 682 litres, and the rear seats can be folded down proportionally to expand the cargo space.
In terms of power, the Model 3 is available in a single-motor rear-wheel drive version and a dual-motor four-wheel drive version, of which the single-motor rear-wheel drive version is equipped with a lithium iron phosphate battery with a capacity of 60kWh, with a total electric motor power of 194kW (264Ps) and a total electric motor torque of 340N· m, the pure electric cruising range is 606KM under CLTC working conditions, the dual-motor four-wheel drive version is equipped with a 78.4kWh ternary lithium battery, the total power of the motor is 331kW (450Ps), the total torque of the motor is 559N·m, the pure electric cruising range is 713KM under CLTC working conditions, and the fastest acceleration time of 100 kilometers is 4.4 seconds.
The configuration analysis is as follows:
2023 rear-wheel drive refresh version (guide price 261,400 yuan)
Recommendation index: ★★★★★
As an entry-level model, it is equipped with 18-inch wheels, full-speed adaptive cruise, L2 level of assisted driving functions, automatic parking, hill assist, electric steering wheel, steering wheel memory/heating function, 15.4-inch center control screen, keyless entry/start, remote start, built-in dash cam, mobile phone wireless charging, car networking, OTA upgrade, voice recognition control system, rear LCD screen, karaoke function, car machine easter eggs, 9 speakers, automatic air conditioning, rear exhaust air vents, dual-zone air conditioning, PM2.5 filter device in the car, AMD Ryzen on-board intelligent chip and Autopilot assisted driving operating system, etc., for the price of 261,400 yuan, the configuration is quite rich, and the ability of 265 horsepower and pure electric mileage of 606KM can already meet the needs of most consumers.
2023 long-range all-wheel drive new version (guide price 297,400 yuan)
Recommended Index: ★★
Compared with the rear-wheel drive new version to spend 36,000 yuan more, the configuration has 17 more speakers and sports driving mode selection, the main upgrade of the drive mode and power level, the use of dual-motor four-wheel drive drive mode, equipped with a 78.4kWh ternary lithium battery, the total power of the motor 331kW (450Ps), CLTC working conditions under the pure electric mileage of 713KM, in fact, for this power level, driving in the daily city road is completely excessive, and the mileage is only 107KM more, if it is a consumer with high requirements for performance, you can consider this configuration.
Editor's summary: Model 3 as a member of the pure electric mid-size car, its own performance is not bad, the appearance of the shape, interior layout, space performance, power level and endurance and other aspects are more balanced, Xiaobian feels that the most recommended among these two models is the 2023 rear-wheel drive new version with a guide price of 261,400 yuan, the power level of 264 horsepower and the performance of the pure electric range of 606KM are enough for daily driving, and the 2023 model The new version of long-range all-wheel drive has only made a certain improvement in the power level and the number of mileage, but it costs 36,000 yuan more, which is not cost-effective, what do you think?