SPIED: Best view of the Tesla Model 3 interior so far

SPIED: Best view of the Tesla Model 3 interior so far

We’ve heard so much about it and for so long, but production of the Tesla Model 3 is yet to start. Tesla’s most affordable model is still undergoing testing as we type, and there have been plenty of on-road sightings. Most of those have been of the EV’s exterior, but here’s the best view yet of the Model 3’s dashboard.

These pics were shot by Thomas Preisler from the Tesla Model 3 Facebook group, and it shows a silver Model 3 on test in California. If this is it, when it surfaces, the Model 3’s dashboard is set to be the most minimalist of any car on sale.

There’s a steering wheel and a large screen, and that’s it. A full-width slot serves as air con vents, and there’s some wood trim to break the monotony. Dual cupholders in the centre console too, that’s very important. No traditional instrument panel.

These pics match earlier ones that weren’t so clear, and also the recent official-looking comparo chart between the Model S and Model 3 – that document says that the smaller car will have a single 15-inch centre touchscreen.

Also revealed last week was the Model 3’s range (around 346 km vs 400-539 km for the Model S), 0-96 km/h time (5.6 seconds vs up to 2.3 seconds for the Model S P100D) and cargo capacity (396 vs 850 litres). Model 3 owners will not benefit from unlimited Supercharging use – it’s pay-per-use for the cheaper EV.

Of course, things might change before production starts, but this should be close to the finalised car, if it’s not it. The production Model 3 is expected to be unveiled in July. What do you think of this radical dashboard?

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Danny Tan

Danny Tan loves driving as much as he loves a certain herbal meat soup, and sweet engine music as much as drum beats. He has been in the auto industry since 2006, previously filling the pages of two motoring magazines before joining this website. Enjoys detailing the experience more than the technical details.

 

Comments

  • Anything But Toyota, Greedy Honda, Nissan Tidur on May 30, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    Rear looks like 2009 Kia Forte, No air cond vents, can see the body bumper panel gap very large. Teslas are overrated. VW BMW Audi Mercedes Volvo Porsche are building their EVs, Teslas going to be irrelevant soon.

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    • YB Kunta Kinte on May 30, 2017 at 10:31 pm

      Still waiting for my slumber national car company to come out with PHEV and EV.

      By the way, where is our Iriz EV that cost few hundred million to develop? Proton showcased it 3 years ago.

      Our automotive is so backward. 10 year Hybrid technology pun tak ada.

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    • Sinko on May 31, 2017 at 7:31 am

      Irrelevant? Explain.

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      • Anything But Toyota, Greedy Honda, Nissan Tidur on May 31, 2017 at 12:58 pm

        The Germans are catching up soon with bigger R&D budget, experience and car knowhow. I mean look, they are copying Tesla on what they are doing and made it better.

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    • Someone on May 31, 2017 at 8:43 am

      If you have read the article:
      “A full-width slot serves as air con vents, and there’s some wood trim to break the monotony. Dual cupholders in the centre console too, that’s very important. No traditional instrument panel.”

      Also, they are still doing mass production prototyping. Not even in full production yet.

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    • Someone on May 31, 2017 at 8:52 am

      Also, even if they become irrelevant. The end goal of the company as said by Elon Musk is to start up the EV market into full tilt. Which is yet to be seen as well. Not bad though for a company that is only 12 years old. They also have a huge battery plant and the Gigafactory that is still in construction which is required to fill in the demand.

      Also, funny you should mention Mercedes. They use Tesla’s battery pack in their cars. As with Toyota.

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  • Some says Tesla quality like P1 but price like Beemer in a country where plotek is meant for whiteman.

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  • Semi-Value (Member) on May 31, 2017 at 12:38 am

    i remember last time people remove their radio cos scared it get stolen…so can this ipad pro be removed or not

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  • Sekali tengok mcm dashboard Preve/suprima

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