Robert does the best car reviews! None of this "design language" crap. Notices the details that an average non-petrolhead driver cues to. I really appreciate that he's the one who got to do the first drive for Fully Charged.

Kudos to Robert for first global drive of this car 🎉

The lack of turn signal levers is troublesome. There are plenty of roundabouts here in Sweden, and the law here says you blink right when you drive out of the roundabout (lefthand drive in Sweden), and if you don’t you will get fined if you are caught by the police.

+cooled seats +lights +noise reduction (hopefuly) +rear display -top speed -blinker and gear selector stick. For me a huge minus not having sticks. I really love the actual control of the stick to activate/deactivate autopilot and set into Neutral and wipers. I am hesitant to replace my M3 when the time comes.

Screen for the backseat added but not for the driver is insane. Our backseat is empty almost always.

has a touch of the S in its styling and interior and OOH I love the ultra Red

10/10 video 🔥

Love everything except those turning indicator buttons that just are going to be a disaster in roundabouts and other high turning situations where we will be looking for the buttons as was the case with the old horn.

The noise is one of my biggest complaints with my previous M3 and current MY. But you have to factor in that the roads in Norway are very noisy too. This summer I was driving in Denmark and I was shocked with how quiet my car suddenly was. So if you feel this on is better than the one you have back in England, it might just be verry quiet.

Another possible benefit might be that, a bunch more model 3s will hit the second hand market.

It amazes me how that “turn signal button” thing got approved.. going around a roundabout will be next to impossible and probably be responsible for a lot of dangerous situations…

Sounds like it was very similar to the previous model 3. The improvements was mostly in areas that was already quite good. The removal of stalks is a huge disappointment, though not surprising. The improvement in cabin noise might be imperceptible, just like it was with the last facelift. Ventilated seats and a new front camera is good improvements. I hope it will get a 360 view.

A huge testament to all your hard work Robert and the team you've built up around you - I'm a follower since I bought my first EV (Nissan Leaf) what feels like a lifetime ago. Congrats on this first drive and thank you for everything you do.

I hope Tesla has a back-up plan for the steering column. No stalks and these impractical buttons will be a dealbreaker for A LOT of people.

I love this refresh but hate no stalks..everything else is fire

While I'm not sure about the button idea instead of the stalks, the functionality of the indicator switching on the one I've been driving is my least favourite thing. But I'm sure the glass roof will bug me when the Australian summer comes. And the cooling needed to make up for it would have to affect the range. People talking to me on the phone haven't realised that I was driving. So it wasn't an issue.

It's a tragedy that they added those blinker buttons. Not made by anyone who's ever driven through a roundabout.

No indicator stalks all cars have them for a reason, they are intuitive. Get them back.

Bloody amazing folks from KZfaq and EV focused channel’s are getting first go’s at these cars.

Lack of indicator stalks is a big issue for me.

I very recently had a 21 plate Model 3 LR loaner for 3 weeks and it is a fabulous car. I normally drive a Model S and I do like the smaller dimensions of the Model 3. I do miss the extra information that the screen in front of you gives you in the Model S, so I would probably get an aftermarket screen or heads up if/when I move to the Model 3. The improved refinements of the 'facelift' Model 3 will simply make it an even more compelling buy. The combination of better efficiency, longer range and faster charging will make a noticeable change on very long trips.

The first thing I noticed was the absence of front fog lights. Subtle changes. I like it.

Thanks for the review Robert. Indicators on buttons the steering wheel - an absolute car crash in my opinion. I have been using the flappy paddle regen controls on our Ioniq 6 recently to switch modes as I slow down to stop and again when I speed up from stationary, for reasons that aren’t important here. My observation from doing this is that unless the steering wheel is pretty close to its normal resting position, it isn’t possible for me to get my head around where the flappy paddles are, because they are bolted to the back of the steering wheel. When I am slowing down or pulling away from stationary, the steering wheel is often not straight, and it is just not possible to find the paddles. Now think indicators, and think how often you turn them on or off when the wheel is not straight. For example, UK road rules for roundabouts require you to change your indicators mid way round, and for many of the smaller ones, the wheel is nowhere near straight for the duration of being on the roundabout. Now think having to find these indicator buttons that are not where they are supposed to be - and you will be able to imagine just how silly they will be to use. Unless, of course, I am the only person in world who would get thrown off by this. I suppose we will find out.

Thanks for a great review Robert. I only just got my Model 3 thanks to Fully Charged Harrogate so in many respects I'm selfishly glad the upgrade is evolutional rather than revelational 🤣 I'm (personally) not sold on the indicators as buttons idea though

Still no speed indicator right behind the wheel though. That's one thing I hated when test driving the Model Y, having to turn my head away from the road just to see how fast I was driving

Looks better, No indicator/whiper stalk is a bad direction. No camera mirrors yet 😟

Being able to fix your own vehicle is an important factor. Wealthy people never bothered, but for the masses, it is important. Mass movement against the elite world is dangerous to EV take up. Backyard industries are important.

Lack of stalks is a deal breaker. Hopefully this is like the yolk rollout and they eventually provide an option to get a steering wheel with stalks and center mounted horn.

Nice looking car, but those lack of stalks will drive me mad. Be interested to see what the ride quality is like….

Getting rid of the indicator stalk is a mistake , especially in the UK when your going around large roundabouts when you need to change lanes ! Otherwise I want one.

Except the lack of stocks for turn signal and gear. I think it's definitely improved

This is the best review I’ve seen so far of the revised Model 3. Probably because you are a Model 3 owner so really know the cars strengths and weaknesses unlike the majority of reviewers who only get a short time with a car.

Robert is the best in the business. His reviews are straightforward and very much focused on the human experience with electric vehicle technology. Fully Charged is the best resource for all things EV. Great review. Now I want the Model 3! (but I just upgraded my 2015 leaf to a 2021 leaf and will have to suffice with that for now :)

I thought they were going to put the turn button on the bottom of either side. That's intuitive.

IMO Robert has the best expression of every auto reviewers.

I agree with others, the turn signal buttons is madness! Also I hate the fact that most controls are through the screen. Those 2 things for me mean it’s waaay into deal breaking territory. I was really hoping for a really meaningful upgrade of practical improvements together with much better looks. Tesla should get there act together a lot more than this and I mean pdq!

Front end no longer looks like a fish faced vintage hoover so that’s a bonus!

Gorgeous white ventilated seats, ambient lighting, top class touchscreen system and rear entertainment system, 17 speakers, crazy performance, beautiful design. Model 3 is now truly a luxury car.

I was thinking of changing my model S to a three but seeing that it now has no stalks has changed my purchase decision.

I'm so glad Robert hosted this episode.

Ferrari tried putting the indicators on the wheel instead of the stalk, and everyone hated it. When you turn the wheel it's rubbish.

I’d have liked to hear what the ride is now like with the improvements to the suspension.

Came for the excitement about a new tesla, stayed for this hilarious dude :D

I had the chance to drive a Model X Plaid from Gothenburg to Vänersborg (about 1 hours drive) and noticed that having indicators on the steering wheel (or yoke in this case) was only a good thing as long as I was driving on the highway, with the yoke more or less straight all the time. As soon as I got on smaller roads with round-abouts, it became a real pain in the backside, since I often had to click the indicator button while it was out of reach when turning the yoke... I like progess and all, but some things are better as they are... The new Model 3 looks very interesting - I have no doubt I will get to drive one of those too very soon.

Good to see the Captain in front of the camera.

I think the indicator switches will just mean tesla drivers won’t indicate on roundabouts. TeslaBjorn found them unworkable. Such an odd decision to make the car less safe.

Great to see a "Robert" review on fully charged! I am loving this Model 3 refresh!

The rear lights are different because they are one piece instead of split, and look good in my opinion. There is also interior lighting strips around the dash and trim. A lot of the upgrades to this car are available as accessories to the current model 3 as current owners will attest.

Thanks Robert. I bought a used Nissan Leaf after watching many of your video's. I hope it becomes more affordable to buy a Tesla in the future.

sounds like a quality evolution of the 3 vs a revolutionary change

I remember when the first full screen mobile phones started….and the complains (including me) about the lack of key boards…and here we go…we survived and are well and no complaining

Everytime I drive through Germany it surprises me that I rarely see a Tesla on the road there. All that wihile driving south from Scandinavia where Tesla’s are everywhere.

The lack of indicator stalk is a big issue for me. Not sure how you’re going to go round a roundabout and indicate to come off when the steering wheel is upside down

Brilliant Robert and Team for getting your hands on this! Great video and just too bad you did not show the headlights on as well as turn signals front and rear. No video yet has shown that...did Tesla tell you not to show this? Also, looking forward to seeing you and the gang again next weekend at FCL Vancouver!

How do you activate the screen wash? 🤷🏻‍♂️

How come 99.9% of these Tesla 3 refresh reviews skip the MOST important "feature" or rather improvement? That being a vehicle where most of it chassis is created using a GIGA press machine, making thousands of small parts obsolete. Also much better electrical connections in this model, 4x better cameras, etc. Seriously, you all review the most obvious and pointless things, which are apparent to the eye. Like new lights and slightly different curves. SERIOUSLY what has reviewing cars become nowadays?

Lack of indicator stalks and drive selector will take a lot of getting used to. It’s a shame they also didn’t take the opportunity to make it into a hatchback as part of the changes.

Not better on all accounts: Stalks removed. When you get to testing this, please try a few roundabouts using correct turn signals in- and out 😅

Wow watched this last night at 12.15 just after you put it up. We have now just ordered one. :) 😀

Slightly improved tesla - GAMECHANGER!

No indicator stalks, and BOTH indicator buttons ON THE SAME SIDE of the steering wheel! I'm just wondering how drivers are supposed to navigate 'offset' junctions where you need to indicate left then immediately right (or vv), while turning the wheel at the same time. The old stalk was ALWAYS in the same place and could be 'bonked' while turning the wheel if necessary... So how do you dip or flash the headlights? Another 'variplace' button I suppose!

All mostly improvements, but I saw this coming, the capacitive buttons - especially the turn signals, I was hoping wouldn't make it over. But at least the horn is still in the only acceptable place, rather than where they put it on the other models. Had they made the horn capacitive, that would have been a deal-breaker for me, because that is just plain not safe at all and makes absolutely no sense whatsoever. Glad some sense made it to the Model 3 regarding that perplexing decision. Minimalism should not impede the use of the vehicle and definitely should not impede the safety.

The light bar that trims the interior is a really neat aesthetic addition as well.

looks sleek in white. even though i like the "old" version, its refreshing to have a new one

Good review as ever. The deletion of the indicator stalks seems rather dangerous and unintuitive to use requiring eyes off road especially on a round about. Perhaps this is the BMWisation of Tesla. Like the new front end view. Gone is the duck face. How does one indicate when half way around a roundabout? (ie with steering wheel half way around and everything is reversed)

‘Vegan leather’ is a euphemism for plastic.

I don’t own a Tesla. Never have. It’s a beautiful car. As I read through the comments what strikes me is the difficulty people have adjusting to change.. “It’s not like my Chevy!” or “I can’t figure out where the controls are!” - When I see my twenty something kids handle their iPhone and all of its settings I realize my inadequacy at using the iPhone 😀 isn’t an iPhone problem, it’s a me problem. My kids are good at using their iPhone because they handle it frequently. I’m sure the Tesla is the same - you have to use it a few times before you understand it and you have to be willing to adjust to the new normal. I’m not insulting anyone - I’m older than most people reading this. This is wonderful and cool technology created by creative young people - just have to roll with the changes and embrace them.

My wife forbid me to call her from my Tesla model 3. Improved microphones is a game changer for me

A lower drag coefficient in turn, means that if it isn't electronically throttled (which I assume the Performance version will not be), it should be even faster!

Looks substantially more mature and handsome than the previous M3 without the fugly front end. Now looks thoroughly well resolved. NOW, I would consider one

This is definately on my list, especially the standard range with the pricing below £40k! The suspension being softened is welcomed by me due to having a bad neck and feeling every bump!

Man i was mesmerized on how soft and delicate this guy is.

So much better looking than the first version of the Model 3, but how is anyone going to indicate properly on roundabouts in this car? By all means move the gear selector to the screen, even the wipers, but the indicators should have been left in place. Here in Europe, roundabouts are everywhere, and you’re supposed to signal for safety and traffic-flow reasons. It’s a fantastic car but I’ll stick with the older model for now until the new indicator setup has been tested out in real world conditions.

Needs a hatchback, sad that stalks are gone, hud would be nice

you're a car reviewer who's just bought a new Tesla, and you want the new one already!? WWOW! So you don't like the car you've just bought!?! Or do you switch around cars you like every couple of months? Do you know most people can't buy a new car even every year!?! You get your press car changed every second week, I understand, but pls think about normal people

The lack of an indicators lever is a complete deal breaker lmao.

I heard that newer battery technology (announced from CATL?) is coming next year with significantly improved range. If that’s true, then that would be more of a game changer than this. If that’s not the case, then this revision will still be available then (with all the potential first generation issues dealt with).

I know the exterior changes are only subtle but that looks infinitely better than the current Model 3. It's a shame that they don't make an estate version, that would be tough to beat - but maybe by time I'm ready for a new car!

They did a lot of things to lower the drag coefficient, due to this the car looks better than the previous version. But.. why did they - yet again - mount asymmetrical and non-directional wheels?The wheels on the passenger side (LHD) are ' rotating the wrong way'. Surely mounting symmetrical wheels would improve drag and wind noise ever so slightly.

I'm so happy with what they did to the front end and the headlights.

I love the new front looks more sporty!

Robert matches my sentiment here "I don't know if I like it more? I'd say I like it about the same" 👍🏻😁 This is an insane value though in the ev space globally speaking for that price full stop! Bravo to tesla for managing such a feat. 😎 Is that glass roof heavily tinted now? In the driving portions it seemed very dark overall. Nice imo as it lets in so much light&heat in climates like the one I live in(ATL GA.

As a Model Y driver, I have two frustrations with current Teslas: You can't unplug the charge cable without either going into the app or climbing into the car to press the screen, and the lack of support for Android Auto and Apple Player (both of which are superior for media and navigation). Other than that, the car is good to drive and incredibly efficient compared to other electric cars i've owned.

Always love Roberts reviews, been awhile since he has and glad he was the one to do it. Nothing against Jack just sometimes good to have the every'man' view rather than specialist view. :) Personally I wouldn't buy it and am not a Tesla owner and won't be but appreciate what they have done for the industry as a whole.

Love everything about the new Model 3 refresh except the indicator buttons. They are horrible and a safety hazard, especially in roundabouts.

Interior led wrap around and overall looks is like a starship cockpit. ❤

The loss of the turn signal stalk is a total mistake. I'm waiting on a Model Y order and I'm glad I got in before this happens to the Y because I already know it will be my first and last Tesla.

Much nicer design than the previous version.

Love the interior with the exception of the new rear screen, too small and way too low… motion sickness barf bags should come with the car… plus I dislike the cheaper to make, cheaper looking headlights and bumper assemblies … Miss the marker lights/fog light assemblies along with the low brake cooling intake scoops etc… insurance companies must have been screaming for Tesla to cheapen it up! Not a fan.

Thanks for the update, as always. I was hoping it might be a hatchback but clearly not. 5% by improving the Cd reminds me of the early Audi 100 (now A6) which achieved great economy by being the slippiest car in its day, for a saloon car.

Awesome video!!! You're a lucky man Rob!!!! I wish I could have done the review for my channel and seen the car first hand. Congratulations

1:30 - Fog lamp is fog lamp only if it is as low, close to the ground as possible, where fog is less dense because of warmer ground.

The update makes the car look so much better. But the no stalks is a deal breaker for me. Just like the yolk steering wheel, and Tesla learned their lesson with that.

Great review! I'm not sure my wife would go for the no-stalk, button controls, might be a deal breaker.

He forgot about the ambient lighting which is AMAZING

Remember when cell phones ditching the 3.5mm jack was a deal breaker too?…🙄

Shame there is no hatchback / tailgate. That would transform this car

We have a 2019 Model 3 SR+, and a 2021 Model Y LR. They’re fully featured cars, drive like witches, and we’re going to run them till they drop. Seems this new refreshed Model 3, has come of age…it’s what it always wanted to be. Pure class. We’re pushing 70, and we know we’d get used to those ‘stalkless’ steering wheel controls, in the blink of an eye. If our kid’s were young still, I guess they’d appreciate the rear screen and controls. I believe there’s an LED light strip round the interior, which they’d love…and which I would immediately turn off. This is a tour de force. Hopefully, there’ll be a glut of cheap second hand Teslas on the market as a result.

Horn in the middle of the steering wheel should come to Model S/X soon. No comment on any review so far about gear selector, so I assume it’s either auto-selected on vision, or swipey-swipey like in the S/X Cooled seats is a big deal for me. Luxury feature. More range is always good. Only negative seems like the indicators. Beautiful upgrade. Can’t wait for Juniper Y!!! ❤

The turn indicator buttons are good for countries where you are required to indicate before a roundabout and not in the middle of it.