Tesla’s mid-life refresh of the Model 3 addresses most of the complaints levelled at the original while adding genuine premium quality to what was already a compelling electric sedan.

The interior is the biggest improvement. Gone are the cheap plastics and inconsistent panel gaps. In their place, soft-touch materials, ambient lighting strips, and a build quality that finally matches the asking price.

The Long Range variant offers 629km of WLTP range from its 78.4kWh battery, and in real-world testing we consistently achieved 520-550km in mixed driving. Charging speeds peak at 250kW on V3 Superchargers, adding 275km in just 15 minutes.

Dynamically, the Model 3 remains sharp and responsive. The ride quality has improved noticeably with the revised suspension geometry, and road noise is significantly reduced thanks to acoustic glass and improved door seals.