THIS 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE IS ONLY 30K?!

EV Channels Review

This review examines the 2020 Tesla Model 3 Performance, highlighting its significant depreciation as a key selling point, now available for around $30,000. The reviewer, a self-proclaimed BMW enthusiast, acknowledges the Model 3 Performance's impressive 455 horsepower and 3.5-second 0-60 time as exceptional value for the price. Positives include Tesla's superior Autopilot and auto-park features, the convenience of the Tesla charging network, and practical additions like included floor mats and a carbon fiber spoiler. However, criticisms are leveled at the interior's fit and finish, particularly the cheap-feeling door card tops and grab handles, and the lack of physical buttons for mirrors. The reviewer also notes the frustrating absence of blind-spot monitors, despite the car's advanced tech. Real-world range is a concern, with the car showing an estimated 255 miles on a 90-degree day, down from the EPA's 320 miles. The reviewer concludes that while it's not a luxury vehicle, the Model 3 Performance offers compelling performance and tech for its current depreciated price, especially for those with short commutes, but cautions potential buyers about range limitations and the ongoing depreciation of EV technology.