Tesla's 2024 Model 3 Is Now Available in the US

Tesla unveiled a major update to its Model 3 electric sedan in Europe in the fall of 2023, boasting a new look and more range. 

The dual-motor Long Range Model 3 advertises an EPA estimated range of 341 miles on a single charge, an upgrade from the 333-mile range of the previous long range model. Tesla is also boasting a 15-minute recharge time (up to 175 miles).    

The price tag for the rear-wheel Model 3 is $38,990. The long-range Model 3 variant is priced at $45,990. 

New guidance regarding EVs under the US Inflation Reduction Act means both Tesla Model 3 options are ineligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit. You can find more information on the requirements and disqualifiers for the federal EV tax credit here, or check out CNET's favorite electric vehicles. 

The broad strokes are the same, as is much of the body, but Tesla says about 50% of the refreshed Model 3's parts are new, making this a bit more than just a facelift.  

Speaking of the face, this is where the most obvious changes to the Model 3 can be seen. The new headlights are sleeker and more streamlined, with a new LED light signature beneath. The entire front bumper has also been streamlined, ditching the lower corner fog lights and smoothing over the already small lower air intake. Along with the reshaped 18-inch Aero wheels, this should make the new Model 3 the most aerodynamic model in the lineup, with a drag coefficient of just 0.219. The reduction in drag alone is worth a boost in range of about 5%-8%, according to the automaker. 

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Curiously, the updated Model 3's configurator is missing a Performance version. Perhaps another surprise debut is lurking in our future. We'll keep our eyes peeled.

Cutting through the air more cleanly also improves wind noise in the cabin. Tesla takes this a step further with improved interior materials that help reduce the sound of the road and wind in the cockpit. The seats are said to be more comfortable, with improved upholstery and new ventilated surfaces. Meanwhile, the dashboard has been updated with reshaped vents and new customizable ambient lighting.

At the center of the dashboard, the main touchscreen has narrower bezels and takes up more usable display space. Drivers will be tapping the display more often thanks to the lamentable deletion of the steering column stalks -- the drive selector and other controls have been moved to the screen and the redesigned steering wheel.

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Below the display are new dual wireless phone chargers at the front of the center console. At the rear of the console is a new 8-inch display that gives backseat passengers something to fiddle with. Behind the rear bench, the Model 3's trunk grows to 21 cubic feet, 6% larger than before. And around the cabin, the audio system grows from 14 speakers to a total of 17 drivers.