Features and specifications of the 2017 Tesla Model 3

Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 which is an incredible electric car which was in production for about nine years, was released on the 28th of July, to its first thirty customers, and is offered in two versions.

The first version is the Long Range version which gets from 0-to-60 mph in 5.1 seconds and tops out at 140 mph. The second version is the Base Model 3 car having an output of 0-to-60 mph acceleration within 5.6 seconds of launching into the road, with a top speed of 130 mph.

The 2017 Tesla Model 3 interior is equipped with a single 15-inch touch screen located on the dash which includes all operating controls in the car excluding the pedals and a couple of buttons on the steering wheel.

The Model 3 includes LED headlights, internet connectivity (not applicable to Nigeria), a navigation system, and automatic emergency braking and collision avoidance.

The price of the base version starts at $35,000 (11 million naira), with the longer-range battery adding $9,000.

There are some extra features that can increase the price of the Tesla such as ordering another colour apart from the black, which will add $1,000. Then upgrading from the standard 18-inch Aero to 9-inch Sport wheels and tires, will add $1,500 to the cost. Some extra features such as the Enhanced Autopilot suite, adding lane-changing and self-parking, will cost $5,000, while the self-driving features will be offered for $3,000.

Other features include the 12-way heated and power adjustable front seats, a panoramic glass roof, an upgraded audio system, power adjustable steering and heated folding side mirrors, a center console, wood trim and upgraded materials, and two rear USB ports which will cost $5,000 as they are premium upgrades.

The charging rates differ between the two battery options: the Long Range version adds 37 miles at 40 amps and 170 miles per half-hour of supercharging, while the Standard pack can add 30 miles of range per hour on a 32-amp 240-volt outlet, and will add 130 miles during 30 minutes of supercharging.

The future is here now, electric cars are gradually taking over the car industry with outstanding innovations. Very soon petrol and diesel cars will no longer be manufactured.