Tesla Model 3 Performance Version Starts Delivery Today

TapTechNews June 18th news, according to Tesla's official public account, the Model 3 Performance version model starts delivery today. The price of this car starts from 335,900 yuan ($49,073) , and it has been upgraded in terms of performance, handling, appearance, and cabin.

In terms of appearance, the Tesla Model 3 Performance version model mainly features the 'Flaming Red' color, and also provides optional paint colors such as 'Star Gray', 'Pearl White', 'Deep Sea Blue', and 'Pure Black'. The new model has air vents on both sides of the front face and a uniquely designed front lip for rectification. The rear of the car is equipped with a carbon fiber spoiler and diffuser, as well as an exclusive racing badge, and is equipped with a new 19-inch Warp Wheel and exclusive red high-performance calipers.

In terms of handling, this car offers three acceleration modes: comfortable, standard, and crazy, as well as a number of customizable track modes. At the same time, the brake feel has been improved, and aluminum alloy sport pedals have been adopted.

The all-new Model 3 Performance version adopts a new-generation high-performance powertrain and is the first to be equipped with Tesla's new-generation high-performance motor. With almost the same volume and weight, the single-motor power has increased by more than 20%, with a maximum power of 460 horsepower and a peak torque of 678 N·m. The zero to 100 km/h acceleration time is 3.1 seconds, and the CLTC range is 623 kilometers.

In addition to the improvement in power performance, TapTechNews learned that Tesla has also adjusted the chassis and suspension of the new Model 3 Performance version, adopting a new adaptive damping suspension system composed of front double wishbones/rear multi-link.