It has been about 2 months since I test drove the car on March 3, and was so impressed that I popped it in that night. Finally,Tesla Model 3 (Highland) Long Range came to my house!
In this issue, I would like to report in detail on the delivery of the car, the exterior, the interior, and my impressions of driving on winding roads, which were not evident during the test drive.

Delivery of a different kind of Tesla

Tesla's delivery of cars is quite different from the typical delivery of a Porsche or other vehicle.

Porsche, for example, is delivered by a dealer, though,In Tesla's case, the style is to pick it up at a delivery or service center.In the Kansai region, the service center in Toyonaka will be the delivery location.

When you arrive at the center, press the doorbell on the reception table. First of all, from this point on, the car delivery process differs greatly from that of a regular dealership.
After a while, the person in charge came out and handed me a key card and some documents.

He was very friendly and spoke enthusiastically about Tesla cars.This color is really nice, isn't it? I also recommend the 18-inch wheels!I was impressed that he was so proud of his car as if it were his own. Many of the Tesla representatives really like Tesla and drive Teslas themselves. Each explanation is not manual or mechanical, but filled with heart and passion.

Tesla Model 3 prepared in front of the store

Immediately open the Tesla smartphone app as guided and carry out the delivery process.
In a flash,Your own phone becomes the key to Tesla,The delivery procedure is completed.

The person in charge will then be removed from the seat, so you can check your Tesla in the parking lot, take your time setting it up in the car, and when you are ready, you can get in and leave.

Set up the various settings, and when you're ready, just get in and go home.

This seems to me to represent the stance of the company Tesla.Really everything is rational and lean.This is the best delivery method for those who want to receive the car quickly and drive it home.
Why don't we just allow all manufacturers to choose this kind of style for their delivery procedures already? I thought.

I fell in love with the deep red of Ultra Red at first sight!

This time I chose,Deep red called Ultra RedIt is. I saw it once during a test drive and fell in love with the color. In person, it is even more beautiful than in the photo, and the deep red color further accentuates the Model 3's stylish design.
It is a deep and brilliant red, similar to Mazda's Soul Red Crystal Metallic, and shows various expressions depending on the angle of view and the way the light hits it.

The interior is very clear. Once you get used to seeing this, the interior of a normal car seems rather bland. Heated seats, seat ventilation, a heated steering wheel, and 17 speakers are standard.

The interior is white.I was worried about stains, but upon research, I found that the seats used in Tesla are made of a fairly stain-resistant material.Even if it gets dirty, it can be easily removed by simply wiping with a wet towel.

In fact, it has been a few days since the car was delivered and so far the stains are not noticeable at all. I really like the white interior because it makes the car look bright and festive.

Simple but functional interior

The interior of the Model 3 is, in any case, simple. A large touch screen sits on the dashboard, with few physical buttons.

At first I was puzzled, but I quickly got used to it. I also quickly got used to the turn signals, and the touch screen operation was intuitive and easy to understand, allowing me to quickly access the information I needed.

There is no indicator lever. It is a button type like Ferrari and other cars.

On the steering wheel,A scroll wheel and buttons are located on the left and right to control audio, autopilot, and other functions.This, too, may be a little confusing at first, but once you get used to it, it is very easy to use.

The seats are soft but have a reasonable core and are also well shaped to fit the human body.The seats are different from both European and Japanese cars, but they do not tire easily even after long hours of driving.The rear seats are also spacious enough to comfortably seat two adults.

Standard rear-seat monitor; can watch Youtube, Netflix, etc., adjust passenger seat position, control air conditioning, music, etc.

When in camping mode, air conditioning and power in the car remain available and comfortable. Ideal for remote work.

And then...Notable for its sound insulation with double glazing on all sides.It is. With the windows closed, you get a fairly quiet interior space.
Therefore, Tesla'sGet your own workspace anytime, anywhere with Camp ModeIt is also possible to

Overall, the interior of the Model 3 is simple yet functional and very comfortable.

Shocked by the smoothness of the start of the ride! Impression in city driving

I immediately put the Model 3 through its paces. The ride is smoother than I had imagined, and I am not exaggerating; it is as if I am on a flying carpet. The smoothness of the way the tires roll is truly unbelievable.

Because it is an electric vehicle, it is quiet and comfortable, with none of the vibration and noise of an engine-powered car. When the driver presses the accelerator pedal, the car accelerates powerfully and seamlessly.The acceleration is just like a car of the future, a unique sensation that cannot be experienced with an engine car.It is.

The recognition accuracy of the surroundings is also amazing. The next update will recognize an even larger area.

In 991 TP3T state of charge on delivery day, 544 km is the range. This Tesla indication is said to be quite close to reality.

When my daughter got on board for the first time, she said, "Wow, smooth!I was surprised to see that it was so smooth. It is so smooth that even a fifth grader can understand it.

In city driving, its smoothness and quietness stand out. Starting from a stoplight is smooth and stress-free. It feels as if the car is gliding through the city.

One-pedal drive is really convenient!

Model 3 uses a one-pedal drive.This function allows the driver to control acceleration and deceleration using only the accelerator pedal.

One-pedal drive is also used by Nissan, and while many people criticize and dislike it, I think this is largely a mindset issue. Those who dislike it will never get used to it, but those who have no particular preconceptions will quickly get used to it. And once you get used to one-pedal driving, it is so convenient that you will never go back to a regular car.

When the accelerator pedal is released, regenerative braking takes effect for smooth deceleration. The brake pedal is only pressed in an emergency or when the driver dares to adjust the deceleration.They even stop super smoothly on any steep hill, and there is no need to brake to keep from sliding down the hill.

This one-pedal drive makes city driving much easier.
Tesla's one-pedal drive is a must try because the 99% in driving can be driven from start to finish without stepping on the brake.

... Continued to Part 2