Tesla Model 3
Model 3 is here to stay
The all-electric family sedan, the ‘more affordable’ Model 3, is here to stay. Model 3 is a five-seater, all-electric vehicle. That’s right, it’s not an SUV, or even a hatchback, as it has a boot. It’s also a rear-wheel drive that is a surprisingly frequent sight on the road. Tesla’s Model 3 is among the top 10 choices for car buyers in 2020, according to Consumer Reports (a non-profit). The Model 3 has been chosen as one of three vehicles in the €43K-€55K category lauding its “thrilling driving experience,” including “impressive handling and quick, precise steering that help it feel like a sports car.”
Model 3 comes with the option of dual-motor all-wheel drive, 20” Performance Wheels, and Brakes and lowered suspension for total control, in all weather conditions. And a carbon fiber spoiler improves stability at high speeds, all allowing Model 3 to accelerate from 0 - 100 km/h in as little as 3.2 seconds.
Come to the future of driving with Tesla Model 3 Autopilot
Autopilot enables your car to steer, accelerate, and brake automatically within its lane. Full Self-Driving Capability introduces additional features and improves existing functionality to make your vehicle more capable over time, including:
- Navigate on Autopilot
- Summon
- Autopark
- Auto lane change
Built Around the Driver
The inside of Model 3 is unlike any other car. You can use your smartphone as a key and access all driver controls in the central 15-inch touchscreen. The all-glass roof extends from front to back, creating a sense of openness from every seat. Access everything on the 15-inch touchscreen—designed to improve over time with regular software updates, introducing new features, functionality, and performance.
Enhanced comfort and convenience with front and rear seat heaters, and heated side mirrors.
A custom audio system featuring 15 speakers for interior sound dynamics comparable to a recording studio.
Tesla Model 3 specifications
Battery | 450 horsepower | 460 km range | Fast charge time (100 kW): 22 mins |
Performance | Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive | 0-100 km/h in 3,4 sec | Top speed: 261 km/h |
Miscellaneous | 15-inch touchscreen | Auto - Park | Navigate on Autopilot |
Go Anywhere
Model 3 is fully electric, so you never need to revisit a gas station soon. If you charge overnight at home, you can wake up to a full battery every morning. And when you’re on the road, it’s easy to plug in along the way—at any public station or with the Tesla charging network - 16,000 Superchargers worldwide, with six new locations opening every week.
Top FAQs electric driving
An electric vehicle, also called an EV, uses one or more electric motors or traction motors for propulsion. The energy used for driving an EV is stored in the battery and the battery is charged at a charge station (at home, at the office or in public).
To charge your electric vehicle, you will require a recharging station, a charging cable, and a charging card.
A fully charged battery with a capacity of 40 kW will enable you to drive 200 to 250 kilometers. If you drive sensibly, you will achieve even more. Speed has the most effect on the amount of power drawn down from your battery, so you are advised to keep to the permitted speed limits.
There are also other factors that may have an effect on your driving range:
- High or low temperatures (resulting in continuous operation of the air conditioning/heating)
- A (too) sporty driving style
- Driving with a strong headwind
- A fully loaded car
- Driving uphill for a long period of time
An electric vehicle requires less maintenance. This is due to the engine's reduced number of moving parts compared to a conventional combustion motor, which therefore leads to reduced wear. Moreover, oil changes are a thing of the past and the vehicle does not have an exhaust or gears. In addition, the brakes are less susceptible to wear thanks to the regenerative braking capacity.
Electric vehicles are approved for all safety factors, just like conventional vehicles. In the event of a collision, there is a possibility that some parts may receive an active charge or that short-circuiting causes an electrical fire, though the safety precautions and construction have limited this risk to an absolute minimum.
That depends on a number of factors: the type of vehicle, the power left in the battery, how fast your vehicle charges, and which type of recharging station you will be using. When charging your vehicle with a standard power socket, approximately 10 hours is required. This is approximately 2 to 4 hours when using a public recharging terminal. When using a fast-charger (primarily located along highways), your battery will reach 80% charge in 30 minutes. Do keep in mind that using fast-chargers is more expensive than standard recharging stations.
This depends on where you will be charging your vehicle. Home recharging stations are the most economical in most situations. The average electric vehicle uses 15 to 20 kWh per 100 km. If your home electricity rate is €0.25 and you drive an average of 15,000 km per year, your charging costs will range between €563 and €750 per year. When charging away from home, your rate is determined by the recharging terminal provider. A starting fee and incentive rate are often charged in addition to the kWh charge. Via www.plugsurfing.com, you'll find an overview of available recharging terminals in Belgium and Europe including the price per kWh.
