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stopcrazypp
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So perhaps the only "news" part of this is:
1) Both sedan and crossover versions of gen 3 platform might be called Model 3 (instead of speculation crossover be called Model Y or something).
2) Both sedan and crossover released at roughly the same time.
Both of the above really depends on how the statement is worded.
But I agree with others that it has been long known and expected that a sedan and crossover will be built on gen 3 platform.
1) Both sedan and crossover versions of gen 3 platform might be called Model 3 (instead of speculation crossover be called Model Y or something).
2) Both sedan and crossover released at roughly the same time.
Both of the above really depends on how the statement is worded.
But I agree with others that it has been long known and expected that a sedan and crossover will be built on gen 3 platform.
My thinking on platform:
- Large chassis v1 is current Model S
- Large chassis v2 is Model X, and refreshed Model S that will include new features from the X
- Small chassis v1 is all Model 3 variants, including crossover.
Two chassis is plenty to build 5-10 models of cars. This is standard, modern auto manufacturing.
- Large chassis v1 is current Model S
- Large chassis v2 is Model X, and refreshed Model S that will include new features from the X
- Small chassis v1 is all Model 3 variants, including crossover.
Two chassis is plenty to build 5-10 models of cars. This is standard, modern auto manufacturing.
glhs272
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stopcrazypp
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My guess is they mean a sedan-like hatchback like Model S. The reason they don't say hatchback directly is because it makes people think of "traditional" hatchbacks (like Golf, a3, etc).
Yep I am thinking maybe 5 cars off this chassis.
1. Sedan / Hatchback 4/5 door
2. CUV / Wagon 4/5 door
3. Coupe 2 door
4. Convertible 2 door 2+2 passenger
5. Roadster 2 door 2 passenger
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igotzzoom
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beeeerock
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Electric Pacer?
Given that Wayne and Garth were all about the electric sound, I'm sure they would approve. Most Excellent! Party On!! Galileo (Galileo) Galileo figaro...
MartinAustin
Active Member
In addition to a 4-door sedan, Tesla will no doubt chase the sector described in this report - http://www.cnbc.com/id/102643869
Buckeye2320
Member
So does this sound familiar? Mazda has a sedan, hatchback and a SUV all on the same platform and all a "model 3". The Mazda 3. sedan, Mazda 3 hatchback now the Mazda CX3 SUV. Sounds like the Head of Design that came from Mazda is reaching into his old bag of tricks.
This isn't anything "new" though. Many car companies build cars that share platforms.
Buckeye2320
Member
No but it might give us some insight into what the Model 3 might look like. A better version of the Mazda 3???
I guess if the X came out looking like the Mazda 7 (I think that's their CUV), then perhaps, but I wouldn't get my hopes up there. There's a bunch of threads on speculation of Model 3 looks (along with some quotes from folks at Tesla). I think that's a better place to start than the design of a car from a company the designer worked for ages ago.
igotzzoom
Active Member
I think the rendering done by EasyCharge.me elsewhere in this forum may be fairly close to the overall shape of the production crossover.
James Anders
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Red Sage
The Cybernetic Samurai
Finally! Someone who agrees with me! This is precisely as I envision the Generation III product line. Had the car been unveiled this year, I would have expected at least three variants on the podium. Since it won't be until next year, I think Tesla Motors will be more gradual with releases than I'd hoped. So, one or two versions of Model ≡ will be revealed Q1 2016. Anything else will be displayed later, but within 12-18 months of first deliveries of those new variants.
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