Model 3 to start from $73,900; Deliveries August

The first variants of the Tesla Model 3 on offer to New Zealand buyers can now be ordered – with deliveries beginning in August.

The Model 3 configurator went online today and can be found here. 

Deliveries will begin in August and will be prioritised based on the reservation date, delivery location and configuration options.

The ‘Standard Range Plus’ model, with rear-wheel drive and a 460km claimed range will be priced from $73,800, while the dual-motor all-wheel drive version is priced from $94,200.

The only model on offer globally Kiwi buyers can’t yet order is the Long Range version. The Standard Range battery size has never been confirmed, while the long range uses a 75kWh battery.

Model 3 comes with Autopilot included, which under active driver supervision, enables the car to steer, accelerate and brake automatically for other vehicles and pedestrians within its lane. Every car comes with active safety features standard, including Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning and Side Collision Warning.

Full self-driving preparation adds $8000 to the price.

Model 3 Standard Range Plus includes 12-way power adjustable heated front seats, premium seat material and trim, upgraded audio – immersive sound, standard maps & navigation, LED fog lamps, centre console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for two smartphones.

Customers who order Model 3 Performance receive the Premium Interior package. This includes satellite-view maps with live traffic visualisation and navigation, premium audio- 14 speakers, in-car internet streaming music & media, internet browser, location-aware automatic garage door opener.

All Model 3 vehicles also come standard with auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors, music and media over Bluetooth and custom driver profiles.

Model 3 Performance is the quickest car in its class, capable of achieving 0-100km/hr in 3.4 seconds. It has a near perfect 50/50 weight distribution and comes with 560 kilometres of NEDC rated range and has Dual-Motor All-Wheel Drive for enhanced performance and traction in any weather.

Model 3 Performance Upgrade includes a top speed of 261km/h, a carbon fibre spoiler, 20” performance wheels, and aluminium alloy pedals for maximum handling, improved stability, red brake calipers and the exclusive feature, Track Mode.

To enable Supercharging of Model 3, which will come with a CCS Combo 2 charge port, dual charging cables supporting both CCS Combo 2 and Type 2 charging standards will be installed at Supercharger sites across New Zealand.

Model 3, as with other Teslas, will continue to receive over-the-air software updates which add new features and enhance functionality over time.