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The New Tesla Model 3 (Highland) is here - almost

Yesterday, August 31, 2023, Tesla announced the new and updated Model 3 (code name Highland) in Europe, China and Australia. It has a new front and back design, new headlights, and new interior with ventilated seats, higher range (not confirmed yet but the estimate is 300 miles for SR and 370 miles for LR model). The price seems to be up by 4 to 12% (based on the country). Tesla is clearly position the new Model 3 more in the luxury category. And I have to say it looks more sporty, more aggressive and just newer. The Model is now 7 years old - it was time. We are still waiting for the announcement in the US with specification and pricing - stay tuned.

Here is a list of new features:

  • Sleeker front end design and headlights
  • Updated back end design and lights
  • Increased efficiency and range (estimate of 300 and 370 miles)
  • New wheel options
  • Two new colors: Ultra red and stealth gray
  • New 8-inch touch screen in the back (similar to Model S and X)
  • New steering wheel and no stalks (which I would miss!)
  • Ventilated front seats (cold and warm)
  • Better sound system (17 speakers!)
  • Interior ambient lighting
  • Larger rear trunk 
  • ...and probably some other minor things that are not visible at this point

Here are some photos (from the Australian Tesla website)









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