TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE 1 YEAR/20,000 MILE REVIEW - COSTS, MAINTENANCE, PROBLEMS, LIKES AND DISLIKES

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This comprehensive one-year, 20,000-mile review of the Tesla Model 3 Long Range highlights its exceptional value proposition. The reviewer is particularly impressed with the near-zero maintenance costs and minimal issues encountered, praising the build quality, especially for a China-manufactured unit. Positives include the car's compact size suited for UK roads, ample storage, the convenience of phone-as-key, and Tesla's superior route planning and charging infrastructure integration. The white interior, despite concerns, proves durable and easy to clean. However, the reviewer notes minor drawbacks such as the clunky manual towbar, the lack of active matrix headlights despite the hardware being present, and a ride comfort that can feel slightly fidgety on non-performance models. The glass roof's heat insulation in the UK climate is also a minor concern. Overall, the Model 3 Long Range is lauded as a great package with surprisingly low running costs, including depreciation, making it a highly recommended EV.