TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE

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The Tesla Model 3 Performance for 2021 is lauded for its supercar-level acceleration, offering an accessible entry into extreme performance for the average consumer. The reviewer highlights the significant power increase over base trims, the improved range thanks to a larger 82 kWh battery and a new heat pump, and the benefits of its flat underbody for aerodynamics. However, the review points out considerable drawbacks in interior build quality, with creaks, rattles, and poor sound insulation being persistent issues, even with 2021 updates like laminated glass. The reviewer criticizes the over-reliance on the touchscreen for controls, the lack of bolstering in the performance seats, and the synthetic feel of the brakes. While acknowledging Tesla's technological lead and over-the-air update capabilities, the editorial concludes that the chassis tuning and overall refinement lag behind established luxury and performance brands, making it feel more like a disposable tech gadget than a long-term automotive investment. The autonomous driving features are also deemed not yet superior to human drivers.