Tesla launches new Model 3. Here's what's new. - Mashable
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The car has a redesigned, slightly lower front end and narrower headlights, which not only gives it a slightly sportier look, but also improves the aerodynamics. This helps bring the range up to 629 km (391 miles) on the Long Range, all-wheel drive variant, and 513 km (319 miles) on the regular, rear-wheel drive variant. Prior to the refresh, these numbers were 602 km (374 miles) and 491 km (305 miles), so we're looking at a roughly 5 percent improvement.
The Tesla sign replaces the T logo.
Credit: Tesla
Have in mind that these are the numbers I'm seeing on Tesla's European sites; EPA estimates in the U.S. are likely to be lower, but the improvement will likely be roughly similar across the board.
New hubcaps on the 18-inch Photon wheels.
Credit: Tesla
The rear end has also been changed, with a TESLA sign replacing the "T" logo, and new, pincer-like tail lights also giving the Model 3 a slightly more aggressive look. From the side, not much has changed, though the wheel choice is now between the 18-inch Photon wheels with new black hubcaps, and the 19-inch, silver-colored, aluminum Nova wheels.
Note that the range goes up to 678 km (422 miles) with the 18-inch Photon wheels and the Long Range version, and 554 km (344 miles) if you choose those same wheels and the Rear-Wheel Drive variant.
The car now comes with a new set of tires: the Hankook Ion, which should also help reduce road noise and improve range. According to Tesla, the overall ride quality has also been helped by the car's stiffer body as well as updated suspension tuning.
Two new colors are also on offer: The Ultra Red is replacing the Red-Multi-Coat, and Stealth Grey is replacing the Midnight Silver Metallic. Tesla says both colors are designed to "change with viewing angle & lightning."
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