Tesla Model 3 launched in Malaysia at RM 189,000

KUALA LUMPUR: After launching the Model Y in July, Tesla has now introduced its second electric car, the Model 3, in Malaysia. The American EV giant offers the electric mid-size sedan in two variants - Rear-Wheel Drive and Long Range AWD, priced at RM 189,000 and RM 218,000, respectively.

The Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive is equipped with a single electric motor enabling the EV to complete the century sprint in 6.1 and attain a top speed of 201 kmph. It offers a WLTP-claimed driving range of 513 km on a single charge.

The Model 3 Long Range AWD, on the other hand, comes packed with a dual-motor all-wheel drive setup and a bigger battery pack providing a cruising range of 629 km. Performance-wise, the AWD trim is faster as it runs from zero to 100 kmph in just 4.4 seconds. The top speed remains the same at 201 kmph.

The maximum supercharging speed for the RWD variant is 170 kW, while the AWD variant is 250 kW.

Tesla offers the all-new ‘Highland’ iteration of the Model 3 in Malaysia which made its debut last month. The latest model features restyled front and rear bumpers, sleeker front headlights and tail lights, and prominent LED DRLs. Inside, it benefits from a redesigned dashboard with LED lighting and customisable trims, a new steering wheel, and improved materials. 

The Tesla Model 3 standard equipment kit includes - 

• 18-inch Photon Wheels
• 15.4-inch infotainment system
• 8-inch rear touchscreen
• Wireless phone charging
• Ventilated seats
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Forward Collision Warning
• Blind Spot Collision Warning
• Lane Departure Avoidance

The list of optional features comprises - 19-inch Nova Wheels for RM 7,500, Enhanced AutoPilot for RM 16,000, and Full Self-Driving Capability for RM 32,000.

The new Model 3 is available in five colour options, of which only one, Pearl White Multi-Coat, comes at no extra cost. The two shades, Solid Black and Deep Blue Metallic, cost an additional RM 5,000, while Stealth Grey and Ultra Red are offered at RM 7,500 and RM 11,000, respectively.

On the purchase of the new Model 3, Tesla Malaysia provides a 4-year/80,000 km vehicle warranty and an 8-year/160,000 km battery & drive unit warranty.

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