PhaseWhite
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So you don't believe Tesla's posted Model 3 statics either? All 3 models have 310 miles of range?
They seem to have nailed the Model S and X ranges over the years. Why would they get this one wrong?
Its amazing to me how many people don't believe Tesla and Elons statistics but are dying to get the car.
@Garlan Garner
Please accept this reply in the way it was intended, out of genuine concern. I'm worried about you, that you will become one of jaded when your experience does not live up to your expectations with Tesla. Like all things in life, Tesla should be viewed through the shades of grey that are reality, not black and white. Look, I love my Model S, and the Tesla brand and mission, but they are not without their faults. Of course my wife isn't perfect either, but I still love her. See how that works?
Notably to your comment about S and X, the Design studio used to actually show that range went down with larger wheel options, but it has since been modified to no longer have that view. This was a marketing decision on Tesla's part. It's likely Tesla is still following the rule of law because the rules don't require differentiation for wheels.
See the discussion here: Range penalty for 21" wheels vs 19"
Edit: Also this Electrek article: Tesla Model S and Model X: Here’s how wheel size can affect efficiency
A few other history highlights for you:
1. The original P85D was marketed as having 762 horsepower. In reality had 463.
Stop the Press! Tesla announces REAL HP numbers for P85D and P90L
2. Tesla sold a lot of cars in 2017 that came with Enhanced Autopilot which barely worked. Some people took Tesla's word for it. It made many folks angry.
3. The same thing happened with the promises around FSD. Some people leased cars with that option on 2-3 year leases, which never got anything for it.
My point is blindly following anything in life will lead you to disappointment.
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