2019 VS 2021 VS 2024 TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE DRAGGY TIMES: IS UK SPEC 460HP REALLY 2.9 SEC 0-60?

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The reviewer investigates whether the 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance, despite having a lower horsepower rating (460hp vs. US 510hp) due to a smaller battery pack (79kWh LG vs. 82kWh Panasonic), truly achieves its claimed 2.9-second 0-60 mph time. Through draggy testing on public roads, the 2024 model achieved a best validated time of 2.93 seconds with a 1-foot rollout, and 3.15 seconds without. This is marginally quicker than the 2019 model (3.27s with rollout, 3.49s without) and a previous 2021 model with the 82kWh battery (3.07s with rollout, 3.29s without). The reviewer notes the new model feels more violent off the line, potentially due to wider rear tires, and offers improved ride comfort. While not a perfect scientific test due to road conditions, the results suggest the 2024 Performance model is indeed slightly faster than its predecessors, validating Tesla's claim for UK/European spec cars.