2025 Tesla Model 3 RWD review
The Tesla Model 3 has been the best electric car on sale in Australia since its launch. This update gives it some breathing room atop the pile.
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Scott Collie
Tesla Model 3 vs BMW IX1 Comparison
Tesla Model 3
BMW IX1
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2025 Tesla
Model 3
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2025 BMW
IX1
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Driving the family
City driving
LuxuryWarranty
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MSRP
$54,900 - $80,900
$78,900 - $86,800
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Impressive efficiency
- Much improved refinement
- Still sharply priced alongside rivals
Misses
- Camera-based parking is a step backwards
- Touch-based transmission selector is fiddly
- Where's the head-up display?
William Stopford
News Editor
William Stopford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Slick tech
- Upscale, comfortable interior
- Has pep in its step
Misses
- Not cheap
- Not as much range as some rivals
- Servicing a bit expensive
Colours Available
Pearl White Multi-Coat is standard, with the following finishes are optional:
- Solid Black ($1500)
- Deep Blue Metallic ($1500)
- Stealth Grey ($2300)
- Ultra Red ($2600)
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Specs
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| 188kW - 343kW | 150kW - 230kW | |
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| 350Nm - 681Nm | 247Nm - 494Nm | |
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