Tesla, the world’s leading electric car maker, has released a major update to its popular Model 3 lineup. This update codenamed “Highland” has been launched in North America and it brings various cosmetic changes, improved range and more.
New shape, improved aerodynamic performance:
On the exterior, the Highland Model 3 has a sleek and modern look. The front end has been stripped of its traditional slope and features a combination of a low-profile hood and narrow headlights. These changes improve the car’s aesthetics as well as its aerodynamic performance, resulting in greater range. The new model also comes with two attractive color options – Stealth Gray and Ultra Red.
Modern interior, more features:
On the inside, the Highlander Model 3 features a completely new design. The new interior includes better materials, color-changing ambient lighting, a new steering wheel and a refreshed center screen. Long-range models also offer a rear display for rear-seat passengers, which improves the entertainment and information access experience.
Enhanced Range and Performance:
The range of the Tesla Highland Model 3 has been improved over previous models. The long-range model can now run up to 341 miles on a single charge, a significant increase from the previous 333 miles.
Tesla Model 3 Highland: Battery and Engine Updates, What’s New?
Tesla announced the “Highland” update to its popular Model 3 lineup at last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show. This update has now been rolled out in North America as well and includes several notable changes, including improvements to the battery and engine.
Battery:
- The Highland Model 3 comes with two battery options – a 61kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery for the rear-wheel drive model and a 75kWh LFP battery for the two-motor all-wheel drive model.
- LFP batteries are considered to be more stable, longer lasting and safer than previously used lithium ion batteries. They also perform well in hot weather and can be charged quickly.
- Improved battery performance allows the two-motor model to now run up to 341 miles on a single charge, a significant increase from the previous 333 miles. The range of the rear-wheel drive model has also been extended and can now go up to 272 miles.
Engine:
- Highland Model 3 now uses a new, high-efficiency electric motor. This new motor produces 286 horsepower, a slight increase over the previous model.
- The new motor is more efficient, which means less battery consumption and more range. It also produces better torque, resulting in faster acceleration of the car.
Other improvements:
- The Highland Model 3 has a few other improvements, including:
- New aesthetics, improved aerodynamic performance, and two new color options.
- A refreshed interior, superior materials, and more features.
- Advanced travel safety features.
Tesla Model 3 Highland new pricing
This update, codenamed Highland” has been launched in North America and brings various cosmetic changes, improved range and more. Along with this update, the price of the Tesla Model 3 has also increased slightly.
Rear-Wheel Drive:
Pricing for the rear-wheel drive Model 3 starts at $46,990, unchanged from the previous $46,990.
Long-range:
The long-range Model 3 starts at $51,990, up $1,000 from the previous $50,990.
Tesla Model S, Model X, and more have been recalled in the US
Tesla, the world’s leading electric car maker, has announced the recall of several of its models in the United States. This recall is due to a design defect in the brake lights on the rear wheels of the vehicle. Defective design can damage the internal parts of the brake lights, causing the lights to not work.
The vehicles covered by the recall are:
- 2021-2022 Tesla Model S
- 2022 Tesla Model X
- 2022 Tesla Model 3
- 2023 Tesla Model Y
Tesla said it will replace the faulty brake lights free of charge. The manufacturer will inform the owners of the vehicles covered by the recall by email.