2024 TESLA MODEL 3 HIGHLAND RWD | UNBELIEVABLY GOOD TECH

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The 2024 Tesla Model 3 Highland refresh is lauded as a significant improvement, addressing many criticisms of the previous generation. The reviewer highlights the modernized exterior with sleeker headlights and updated rear badging, and praises the significantly more upscale interior featuring a new ambient lighting bar, improved materials, and a refined 17-speaker sound system. A major point of contention is the removal of the turn stalks, with gear selection now handled via the touchscreen, a feature the reviewer finds gimmicky but functional. The vehicle's tech remains a strong suit, with the large central touchscreen praised for its speed and intuitiveness, and unique features like the fart mode, karaoke, and romance mode adding a playful element. The Full Self-Driving (FSD) demo showcases impressive capabilities on city streets, navigating complex scenarios with caution and accuracy, though it's an expensive $8,500 option. The rear seat experience is enhanced by an 8-inch touchscreen for climate and entertainment. Driving dynamics are described as pleasant and quiet, with improved ride quality and sound isolation thanks to acoustic glass, though it's not a sports car. The Long Range AWD version offers an estimated 341 miles of range, which the reviewer found accurate. The reviewer concludes that with the interior improvements and continued tech prowess, the Model 3 is a compelling package, especially considering the base RWD model's sub-$40,000 price point.