Used 2019 Tesla Model 3 Consumer Reviews
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Flakey
Chris, 03/06/2025
2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range 4dr Sedan w/Prod. End 6/19 (electric DD)
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When I bought this car, it had some nice features (and still does) such as it's all electric, so don't have to go to gas station and nice acceleration. There was the promise of "auto pilot" that never lived up to its name. At best, this is a back-up to you driving, and you MUST be alert else it will do some dangerous maneuvers. Also, it tends to brake hard sometimes (apparently detecting some danger in front, that isn't there), which can cause a rear-end collision if the person behind you isn't paying attention. This novel (at the time) feature is adaptive cruise control today--it's commonplace. The blue-tooth "key" and connection to the car for playing media are both VERY flakey--drives me nuts. I spend 5 minutes trying to get a connection almost every time I get in the car. I don't have this problem with other cars. You would think they could fix that with updates, but nope. I almost forgot...1 or 2 weeks after getting the car, the car had a problem where it would not go over 35 MPH (if I recall the speed). This was a problem as it occurred when I was in a 65MPH single, HOV lane. There is a small battery the that controls the inside electronics that was dead. It took them a week figure that out. Finally, the last BIG annoyance...the car's suspension squeaks like crazy--it's embarrassing. Apparently, there's a design flaw where rain water is routed down from the wind shield onto the suspension springs/joints. This is a common problem (search on YouTube). It's very annoying. These days, there are many better and cheaper EV options to consider now that other, more reliable brands have products. These other EV options have the same benefits that come with most EVs that the Model 3 had when I bought it. In summary, I would not buy another Tesla, based on the quality issues.
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Quick and nimble (sold Aug '23)
DearProf, 11/03/2022
updated 05/20/2025
2019 Tesla Model 3 Long Range 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD)
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I give the car an overall A-. What I love: 1) acceleration including the virtually zero lag from accelerator to acceleration. 0-60 is impressive; 50-70 is outstanding; 2) reliability; 3) very low operating cost (6 cents/mile for electricity), no requirement for typical ICE-powered vehicle maintenance such as oil/filter changes; higher cost for tires if you drive it like it is designed to be driven; 4) handling; 5) on-line software updates. What could be better: 1) ride and noise. I would pay more for the same model (dual motor) with a smoother ride even if handling suffered a little. Less road noise; 2) more plush interior; some "creaks" (not rattles). Reports on newer model years note reduced road noise and that the vehicle feels tighter. I now have a 2023 and also note those improvements. I do not want a larger car. I want a more luxurious vehicle with more attention to comfort, at the same size, even if the cost is higher. Appears the 2024 has made some headway on these improvements. I got $29,000 from sale of my car to a Chevrolet (!) dealer--about $700 above Tesla's offer. $29K for an almost 5-year old car that cost $54K is outstanding.
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Best Purchase I’ve Ever Made
Inertia , 07/11/2019
2019 Tesla Model 3 Performance 4dr Sedan AWD (electric DD)
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This car is first and foremost a pure joy to drive. It’s also a genius and intuitive and the sound system is incredible. I’ve had a lot of cars ranging from budget to great luxury and this one is the best one I’ve ever owned. Can’t recommend it enough. If you’re considering getting one, talk to a few owners. There’s a real reason it has one of the highest customer satisfaction rates of any product out there - it really is that good.
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M3 midrange 2019
Halley boy, 06/12/2020
2019 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range 4dr Sedan w/Prod. End 3/19 (electric DD)
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I’ve been driving the M3 MR 2019. Placed an incredible 35k miles (!) & had no major issues, just minor ones. There was a time where I would hear some small bangs while supercharging. So I called Tesla and had it serviced in a jiffy. They even gave me a Model S loaner because they had to keep the car for a few days to test it out after the service. Also, sometime ago I notice my rear left tire was loosing air constantly and had to be pumped up a couple of times. So I had it serviced again, & found out it had a nail. The shop was able to patch it up though, sparring me from needing to buy a new one. Long drives, even with the defunct midrange, is never a problem. I live in Texas & we have a pretty good number of supercharging stations here, some just opening recently (Austin). The car automatically calculates where the next charging would be & how long it would take. I did find the battery life had lesser range when long driving at night, with the headlights, a/c or heater, & sounds turned on. But still, the car would tell you where your range could take you farthest before needing to charge again. Also, I did notice the battery holds its charge better during the warmer climates over winter weather, though the difference is hardly a cause for concern. Speaking of charging, just for a heads up, charging to 80% of the battery capacity would take around 30 minutes or so. But if you want to have a full charge, it will take upto an hour. Charging slows down as the battery becomes packed with more juices. Keep that in mind for those long drives. Full self driving might be quite expensive, but is worth it (I chose it over the additional 60 miles of a long range battery). After all, its this technology that sets it apart from the rest of the car brands. The park assist, insane acceleration, and summon are an amusing & reliable trick & is a fool-proof method of impressing passengers & friends. But by far, driving assistance (especially on interstate & city traffic driving) is the best thing the car has to offer. Heck it makes long distance driving more enjoyable, as you have time appreciating the road even more. The over-the-air updates are also very much appreciated, making the car safer as well as packing it with more entertainment options. It comes unannounced, so just watch out for it regularly. All in all, its a car that would really serve you needs well. Whether it be casual driving or interstate, this car will not fail. With the outstanding features that aids you in maneuvering the vehicle safely and unparalled post-purchase & technical support, having any Tesla will without any doubt make driving a whole lot of a different level of fun, if just not one of a kind in itself.
196,000 trouble free miles, traded for new one.
Mike F, 12/02/2021
updated 12/23/2024
2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus 4dr Sedan (electric DD)
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Been to Florida from Indiana 8 times, South Carolina twice, Missouri, Skiing in Michigan, Trips to Ohio, D.C and Williamsburg, Gatlinburg..After 125,000 miles it runs like the day I picked it up (trouble free and no quality issues). Have rotated tires (nearly 70k on 3rd set of tires, still at 7/32) and added washer fluid as maintenance. Yes, that is all. Why anyone would buy an ICE vehicle any more is beyond me. I "fill up" conveniently at home overnight, and stop for a 15-20 minute charge every 2-3 hours on road trips using the great Supercharger network. The car keeps improving with OTA updates. Would definitely buy again, or trade in and upgrade to performance version. Update 12/2023: Now 162,000 miles. Replaced a RR RH traction arm at 159k miles that was squeaking for $45. All the above still applies. 180,000 mile update 6/19/24. 5 years of ownership. No issues or repairs since 162,000 mile update. Range based on previous 10 charges is 215.7, which is 89.9% of original 240 Range. 12/20/24 On December 9th I traded this vehicle in for a 2025 Long Range RWD Model 3. Nothing was wrong with the old vehicle, ran as good as new. The incentives offered by Tesla, along with the potential loss of tax rebates at year end was the big driver. If buying another Model 3 is not testament to how good these cars are, then you will never be convinced.
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