TESLA MODEL 3/Y STANDARD (69.5KWH) CHARGING ANALYSIS!

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This video provides a detailed charging analysis of the new Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Standard models, featuring a 69.5 kWh battery pack. The reviewer highlights that while the battery chemistry is high-nickel (Panasonic), it's a reduced cell count version of the premium models' pack, not LFP. Key findings include a peak charging rate of 225 kW (down from 250 kW) and a 0-100% charge taking just over an hour, with a 10-80% charge completed in approximately 29-30 minutes. The reviewer notes a thermal derating issue during the 0-100% test on a very hot day, potentially due to the charging cable or ambient temperature, which slightly impacted performance. Despite the slower charging curve compared to some competitors, the reviewer praises the exceptional efficiency of the Model 3 Standard (estimated at 4.5-5 miles/kWh) and the Model Y Standard (4.1 miles/kWh at 70 mph), suggesting that this efficiency, combined with Tesla's robust charging network and software, makes these vehicles highly capable for road trips. The reviewer expresses a desire for faster charging speeds on Tesla's performance models while acknowledging the value and adequacy of the Standard trims for most users.