Higher ranges for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y

Tesla is introducing upgrades to its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles delivering greater range and also more functionality for the Model 3, writes Trish Whelan. 

Model 3 upgrades include a new front camera in the front fascia with an expanded view of the car’s surroundings, and a new indicator stalk. The rear-wheel drive (RWD) version now offers 520km with 19-inch wheels; the Long Range RWD 750km up from 702km previously; the Long Range all-wheel drive offers 716km, increased from 678km. The Performance versions offers 580km range, up from 528km. 

The Model Y gets upgraded battery packs allowing the Long Range all-wheel drive version to offer 629km WLTP, up from 586 previously.