2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range review - Long-term owner

Multimedia and Safety technology: 10/10

It's a tablet on wheels, one can get most things done on the touch screen just like playing with an iPad. Sometimes while I was driving I'd tap the ABC News or ABC Classic radio stations, which potentially utilised 2% of all the infotainment features. I also linked my YouTube music and Audible accounts to the car, so there is more stuff to listen to.

There are four cameras on each side of the car and security footage can be accessed via the Tesla app on mobile phone. Luckily I didn't get into any accident, so I don't know how good the airbags are.

Practicality: 7/10

A minimalist would appreciate the interior design of a Model 3. I'm not, but I think it's OK since I don't fancy decorations a lot. The rear trunk is only mediocre and this is not a good car to be at IKEA or Bunnings. There's frunk which most cars don't have, which can store suitcase-sized stuff.

Driving: 10/10

The Long Range variant of Model 3 has a great acceleration - after four years it's still amongst the fastest. Turning and merging are quite smooth thanks to its low gravity center.

Running Costs: 9/10

I'm an early adopter of solar power at home so it's a no-brainer to charge an EV with free fuel - solar energy. With a 7kW wall charger installed, it can charge roughly 50km per hour in the garage so two hours of charge is usually enough for daily routines.

For servicing it's the best as it doesn't need one. I only need to go to a shop to replace tyres every 50,000km or so.

Insurance is getting more expensive, though.

Reliability: 10/10

For the past few years there's been no issue requiring roadside assistance, so I'd say it's a reliable car. Also it gets over-the-air software updates once in a while.