Tesla Model 3 - V4.0

User1998 · 09-01-2026 10:23AM

So is a Premium RWD not a thing?

slave1 · 09-01-2026 10:31AM

RWD/Premium RWD is gone, just like what they did on the Y

slave1 · 09-01-2026 10:34AM

It's not that bad, outside is pretty much identical, the seats are not an issue to many, it was plastic, now it's textile and plastic, my rear screen has never been used, nor the rear heated seats (I assume they are gone), the biggest change is actually the suspension but the pre Highland had good suspension (unlike the pre Juniper), on the plus side of things there is a small range increase.

All in all I would prefer to have paid an extra grand for what was the RWD but that arguement is academic as no longer an option.

I would bet there are RWD on the boat and they will pop up in Inventory come end of Feb/early March

Sully_24 · 09-01-2026 10:47AM

Feature	Older Standard / Std Plus	New Model 3 Standard
Rear passenger screen	Possibly included	Removed (electrive.com)
Audio system	More complete	Simpler, fewer speakers (Auto Express)
Interior materials	Traditional Tesla cloth/leatherette	More basic textiles (Auto Express)
Manual adjustments	Rare	Yes, in some markets (AUTOBICS)
Ambient lighting	Usually present	Removed (electrive.com)
Steering/mirror controls	Standard power controls	Manual in some markets (AUTOBICS)
Radio tuner	Often included	No FM/AM (Auto Express)
Battery/Range	Smaller older LFP pack	Modern smaller pack but still cost-optimised (MotorTrend)
Central touchscreen	Present	Present (YouTube)

Comparison table made between the old highland and standard, from ChatGPT

John arse · 09-01-2026 11:04AM

Just looking at the Standard - initial thoughts are that it's not as cheap as I thought it would be but then they haven't removed that much spec either,I notice that the radio and power fold mirrors are still there for instance.

copacetic · 09-01-2026 11:46AM

in other markets like Germany it seemed the standard was 8-10k cheaper, here it looks like the premium long range rwd is a much better buy that the standard? 200km+ extra range and a fair bit of extra spec

893bet · 09-01-2026 12:16PM

matrix lights not been removed?

893bet · 09-01-2026 12:20PM

Is the price reduction only 1500? Or less even?

...Ghost... · 09-01-2026 01:06PM

That's a disappointing reduction. A few hundred quid between the old and the standard. For anyone who got their orders in before the RWD disappeared, well done!

SummerK · 09-01-2026 01:11PM

Here’s what all they have removed-

Front Ventilated seats

Rear heated seats

Rear screen

Ambient lighting on dashboard & doors

2 speakers (probably lower amp unit now)

AM/FM Radio

Powered seats

Half vegan leather seats

Suspension is a basic setup now

.1 second slower now while gaining ~15 km of range.

Was planning to book RWD today/tomorrow for wife but not going ahead as some of the features are a must. Tesla cork staff said they weren’t aware of this change, and they got an email this morning. They are still getting to know what’s removed/added.

josip · 09-01-2026 01:40PM

Do they still have motorised/memory seat/steering wheel positions for multiple driver profiles?

Jasper79 · 09-01-2026 01:40PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124132452#Comment_124132452

I think the WLTP range is actually down slightly, it was 550km on the rwd model on the 18 inch wheels. Tesla since 2023 have always been great value buy. think they're going to struggle with these changes to the 3 and Y now

Fingleberries · 09-01-2026 01:43PM

That's an appalling price for all they've removed. I had to double check because the price is so close to the RWD that was on the site before. If it was closer to 30-32k, maybe it might be a consideration.

Basically what it looks they're doing is trying to nudge people into the Premium/LR models - look for just a few K more what you'll get.

SummerK · 09-01-2026 01:48PM

WLTP for 18inch wheel was 520km IIRC. I guess removing a number of features may have reduced weight in turn increasing a bit of range.

SummerK · 09-01-2026 01:55PM

Tesla website doesn’t mention about powered seats meaning it’s manual adjustment now 😬

corcaigh07 · 09-01-2026 02:18PM

Definitely an attempt to get people into an LR model, same as the Y. Shame that the “premium” standard RWD models are gone.

Wisesmurf · 09-01-2026 02:26PM

Im picking a new standard RWD one today. Ordered early Dec. Glad I'm getting it when I am. The cuts are too much for the cost change.

John arse · 09-01-2026 02:37PM

Is the FM radio not still there???

eagerv · 09-01-2026 02:46PM

I think the new standard should have been a little cheaper v the old RWD.

However I quite like the half cloth seats, also looks in pics that they have gained a little lumbar support?

And at least looks like they will all have the forward grill camera, unlike some of the inventory RWD.

User1998 · 09-01-2026 02:56PM

But what else can you buy brand new for €36.5k that is in any way comparable to a Model 3?

Technique · 09-01-2026 03:23PM

Limited colour options too on the base model. Black, white or grey for the exterior, black only for the interior.

Jog501 · 09-01-2026 03:44PM

Does this qualify for the €500 referral discount?

MojoMaker · 09-01-2026 03:54PM

In the US the delta between original and new 'standard' was 5/6k?

AmberGold · 09-01-2026 04:14PM

Waiting on a Model 3 RWD w TowBar ordered in Dec, now weighing up the possibility of Tesla switching me to the Standard.

boosabum · 09-01-2026 04:38PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124133008#Comment_124133008

Indeed and with the trade in option it was somewhat of a bargain, not such much now which is a shame for the consumer

SummerK · 09-01-2026 04:38PM

I think you should be ok as Tesla staff told me had I placed an order yesterday, then I would have gotten higher spec RWD car.

slave1 · 09-01-2026 04:43PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124132986#Comment_124132986

Nope, there's no discount like that in Ireland for years apart from a few LHD Model S and X

PGE1970 · 09-01-2026 05:04PM

As someone who is driving a M3H since April 2024 (when it was/is my first EV), I wouldn't fret about the ambient lighting or the rear screens (most passengers would prefer their own phones/tablets).

The old fogey in me would miss the powered and ventilated seats though!

eagerv · 09-01-2026 05:22PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/124133198#Comment_124133198

It will state on the order document, if ordered yesterday will be the higher spec RWD

eagerv · 09-01-2026 05:23PM

Waiting on a Model 3 RWD w TowBar ordered in Dec, now weighing up the possibility of Tesla switching me to the Standard.

They wont, it just may take a little longer to fulfill order. Or keep a watch out on inventory

Tesla Model 3 - V4.0

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