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Tesla Model 3 RWD Review: Save €6,000 And Buy This Instead

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Is the cheapest Tesla Model 3 actually the smartest buy? In this review I take a detailed look at the 2026 Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) to find out what you really lose compared to the Premium Long Range version.

At around €6,000 less than the Premium model, the entry-level Model 3 still offers over 500km of range, 283hp, rapid 175kW DC charging, Tesla's brilliant software, a panoramic glass roof, heated seats, and access to the Supercharger network. But is the extra money for the Premium version worth it?

In this video I cover:
✅ Range and real-world efficiency
✅ Charging speeds and ownership costs
✅ Interior differences vs Premium Long Range
✅ Ride comfort and handling
✅ Tesla software and features
✅ Practicality and family use
✅ Value for money in Ireland

With Tesla pricing, grants and incentives changing regularly, this could be one of the most compelling EVs on sale right now.

Would you save the €6,000 or spend extra on the Premium version? Let me know in the comments.

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chapters;
00:00 Overview of affordable Model 3 features
00:28 Exterior and frunk differences
01:30 Interior layout and headroom
02:27 Rear seat and armrest features
03:23 Front seats and charging ports
04:42 Infotainment and safety features
05:41 Energy efficiency and driving modes
06:46 Charging speed and app functions
07:18 Performance and handling
09:26 Audio system and family suitability
10:33 Full self drive cost analysis
11:37 Comparison with Model Y sacrifices
12:38 Pricing, incentives, and range differences
13:42 Final thoughts

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20 Comments

@NobbyOnCars Creator 3 months ago Pinned

Would you spend the extra €6,000 on the Premium Long Range Model 3, or would you keep the money and buy this RWD version?

After a week with the car, I genuinely think Tesla has been quite clever here. The things they've removed are noticeable, but nowhere near as noticeable as having an extra €6,000 in your bank account.

Curious to hear what you'd do 👇

@jdizzledub 3 months ago

Hands down, one of the best reviews on the net... and a fellow dublineese fella. 🎉

@simongeorge2505 3 months ago

My son has just ordered one in the UK. £295 down, £295pm, 8K miles per year for 24-months. Quite honestly it’s a no brainer.

@markmw123 3 months ago

Hard to see past the 3 for value …..great vid 👍

@athleticscoaching2396 1 month ago

I have looked at a number of reviews before I purchased the Model 3 Standard 3 months ago. The review is spot on.
Im very happy so far. Driving around Galway City and the local rural area, I'm surprised by the battery performance. I have 3,687km for 440kWh. Your not goingti get above 90km around Galway. I charge always between 2 and 4AM unless I need to go to Dublin, Limerick, etc.
The Supercharger at Johstown castle. Highly recommend!.... on the route from Dublin to Galway

@YORKSHIREMAN86 1 day ago

I’m test driving this, a BYD SEAL Excellence & the IM5 long range in the next 3 weeks as my company lease car is due for renewal in March. This is £30 a month cheaper than the other 2, but I just really wish my company would add the long range RWD premium version to the list and I’d take that in a heartbeat. Honestly, pre test drive I’m leaning towards the IM5, but I will decide after I’ve driven them all.

@Jackoccle 3 months ago

I swear to god the shoe game on this guy is elite.

@PaddyMcnuff 21 hours ago

Are the matrix headlights the same as premium on this model 3

@cobra1999-w6v 3 months ago

Another very informative item thanks 😊

@colmpatrick 3 weeks ago (edited)

I have a rwd model 3 since feb 2020... never a problem, not one.It's had tyres and wiper blades , most reliable , best car ever for me..😊.. Battery as good as the day it was bought...100,000 + km..

@tommyroche9142 3 months ago

That 'horsepower' is giving insurance companies another reason to screw the motorist. Odd how they'll jack the price for what they perceive as increased risk, but give no discounts when your car is packed with driver assistance and safety tech. Heard from a couple of people wanting to go electric that they've been put off by huge increases in their premiums.

@noelsweeney12 3 months ago

Another great review. Thanks

@varunjain3870 3 months ago

Best review Nobby. Keep it up! Thanks, I think am going with standard model too. Its a 8K difference with steel grey color and I like it over a black cause its hard to maintain a black car.

@MoazAli-e2o 2 months ago

Please, Can you do side to side comparison of Tesla Model 3 RWD and Tesla Model 3 Premium RWD.

@markdennis7119 3 months ago

Always great car 🎉 content

@damianomaonaigh5965 3 months ago

If you look at the price one pays (inc., where applicable, VAT, VRT, SEAI Grant, Doc Fees), RWD is currently €36,484. Premium LR is currently €45,058. That's a €8,574 difference.

@CianMcsweeney 10 days ago

Just ordered one this week, went hire purchase so slightly more per month, but with that 1% interest it's still a no brainer.

Was looking at many other brands but everything in and around this price range either had massive trade offs, especially regarding motorway range, or they just didn't have any availability for months (looking at you VW...) and felt like the dealerships didn't want my business

@danRocksOn 3 months ago

Hi Nobbie. As an owner of the poor mans Tesla, your review is spot on.

Two points though to add

1. Price difference is more than 6k in Ireland between std and premium due to tapering of VRT relief over 40k. The after grants price difference is €8500

2. Tesla sell the car cheaper on the rest of the Eurozone by another 2k .

They changed the spec in Jan to reduce the price but it only came down by 1k in Ireland. Not great really but still the most efficient EV out there. I travel Bantry to Dublin at 120kph where allowed with 20% battery on arrival.

@icewendigo2320 3 months ago (edited)

In Canada FSD is 99$ a month, it's expensive for anyone on a budget, but its a lot safer than a human driver(360° vision, 100% attentive 100% of the time), and for seniors, disabled and people with heavily congested long soul draining commute to work it is worth it imo.