Is the 2018 TESLA Model 3 as good as the New Model 3?
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- Опубликовано: 30 апр 2023
- Welcome back to Driven Dave. Today I'm excited to share a video about a 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range Dual Motor that was loaned to me while my Tesla was in for service. This particular car is equipped with an acceleration boost and "full self-driving" ($17k worth of software upgrades). I'll discuss the driving characteristics and some comparison thoughts based on my experiences with the 2022 Model 3. This video would be particularly helpful if you're considering buying new or used.
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Thanks for a great unbiased review!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thank you, this was super informative!
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I just bought a used 2018 long range RWD for 27k with enhanced auto pilot, looking forward to it !
That’s the unicorn car! I wish they still made that configuration. I think you’ll love it!
@@TheDrivenDave thank you ! I’ll make a video once I take delivery.
I just got the same car last weekend but mine had 31k mi. when I purchased it. Been one week I love driving it.
@@shilver101 How do you feel about the vehicle after a month of ownership? I'm looking to trade in my 22 Kia Forte GT for a 2019 Model 3 LR with 38k miles. Mostly because of the gas prices right now. I do drive about 30k miles per year, though I will have a charger installed at home so I can charge overnight. :)
How has your tesla be thus far?
Tesla only started putting heat pumps in Model 3s at the end of 2020 so only model year 2021 onwards have them. Also, the sound could be better because current Model 3 only have 13 speakers as opposed to 14 speakers in Model 3s built before the 2020 refresh.
I wasn’t aware about the sound. Still sounds great.
IIRC Tesla's steering wheels were still leather in 2018. Not 100% sure, but I am sure that the steering wheel was the last thing for which Tesla found an acceptable alternative to leather.
It definitely has a more premium feel to it. It will be curious to see how the new steering wheels age. So far after 26,000 miles, my steering wheel is still in really good shape. Hopefully whatever material they are using holds up as well as the early models.
I just purchased a 2018 M3 RWD long range had 31k miles at purchase for 30K out the door. I love it. Will most likely upgrade in a couple years when the 120k mi/8yr battery warranty goes.
Sounds like a smoking deal! I hope you enjoy it.
Just got the same with 39K miles for 22K. Got the extended warranty for 2.5K. Total $22,500 with the 4K tax rebate. Warranty gets me to 200K miles and covers everything.
@@livingthedash6727where’d you get the extended warranty @
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I could be wrong but I was under the impression that Tesla disabled all ultrasonic sensors in order to focus on Tesla Vision. So even though this car is equipped with them, they are no longer being used.
You might be right. I know that was the plan eventually, but not sure it’s been implemented yet. Thanks for the comment!
That’s not the case. They did that for radar but not the sensors as of now. The vision system is much worse at the moment so I think that’s a big reason why
Toying with buying one of these. You can get them for 30-35 now. And will probably drop more as people buy the new ones.
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@@TheDrivenDave right, sorry I meant the 2018 or 19 specifically. Used. I was looking for this exact video, thanks for posting!
All good man! The older ones are great too. Seems like the price difference isn’t huge between new and used… might be worth considering the new one. I’d imagine some Deep discounts as they gear up for the refreshed model 3 too. Good luck and keep us posted!
I recently picked up up a 2021 28k miles for 27k
@@snkrf33n wow, great deal! I was thinking about pulling trigger in m3p with fsd for 40k
i have a 2018 and the Uss are active but the radar has been disabled
I was wondering when that might happen. I don’t know why they can’t just leave them operational.
That’s the same one (Tesla) I have
Nice car!
The interior seems small and cramped. If I may ask, how tall are you?
It’s quite roomy and comfortable for me at 6’2”. When the whole family is in the car it can be a little tight. Model Y is definitely the play if you need it for family hauling. I use my car by myself 90% of the time and it’s great. I even take naps in the car.
Knowing what you know about the 2018. Isn’t it sad, that your 2022 will be heading down hill soon 😭
It’s inevitable, but all cars do that. For now my 22 is great and I’ll keep it as long as it makes sense. The 2018 is still surprisingly good though.
5:07 wow.....Tesla can actually limit your speed limit like that because its a loaner? Thats some 1984 nonsense ....
Yeah, kind of a bummer but definitely a positive if you use your car for Turo rentals.
@@TheDrivenDave I wonder if the Hertz Uber drivers were limited?