TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE 2,000 MILE REVIEW AND EFFICIENCY COMPARISON VS. OLD MODEL. IS IT WORTH CHANGING?

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This long-term review of the refreshed Tesla Model 3 Performance covers over 2,000 miles, focusing on efficiency comparisons with older models and charging speeds. The reviewer notes that while the new model offers slight efficiency gains over the previous Performance version (averaging 336 Wh/mile vs. 346 Wh/mile in real-world, cold, wet conditions), it was less efficient than the older Long Range model (329 Wh/mile). Charging speeds at V3 Superchargers were also found to be slightly slower than the older Performance model, with the new car drawing 106 kW at 40% charge compared to 115 kW for the older one. Despite these minor drawbacks, the reviewer highlights improvements in build fit and finish, the convenience of the USB in the glovebox, and the improved center console. However, the reviewer concludes that for most owners, the real-world differences may not justify upgrading from an older Model 3 Performance, suggesting that keeping the existing car and saving money might be the more prudent choice.