CARSGUIDE PODCAST: TOOLS IN THE SHED EP. 96

EV Channels Review

The CarsGuide Podcast tackles the Tesla Model 3, offering a mixed verdict. While acknowledging its impressive acceleration, particularly in the Performance variant, and its competitive range for the price point, the hosts raise significant concerns about build quality. Panel gaps and finish issues were noted, leading to questions about overall construction standards, especially for a vehicle commanding a premium price. The reviewer preferred the driving dynamics of the rear-wheel-drive entry-level model over the all-wheel-drive Performance variant, despite the latter's blistering speed. Real-world range fell short of claimed figures, with the entry-level model achieving around 300km in less-than-ideal conditions, and the Long Range model around 360km. Despite these criticisms, the podcast suggests range anxiety is diminishing due to improving infrastructure, though a 1000km range is seen as a future benchmark for widespread adoption.