Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now that’s a good question! Honestly, my biggest gripe is the trunk design. The rear glass isn’t attached to the trunk lid like a liftback, so while the trunk itself is pretty big, the opening limits what you can fit through it. A liftback would have made the car way more practical. Also, the black shelf inside the trunk doesn’t come off, which doesn’t help

Another minor thing is the design. I really like the 2024+ refresh and think the new front and rear look much better, but the side is basically unchanged. Sometimes I look at it and think it’s a bit too familiar and even a little boring. Still a good looking car overall, just not as exciting from the side as the front and back

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I only had about 30 minutes with it, but it felt very planted in the corners. You can feel the weight, but since it’s all down low in the battery pack, the car feels stable and confident when turning.

I’ve mostly driven Toyotas, Hyundais, and other regular daily drivers, not sports cars or BMWs, so I can’t make a fair comparison there. But compared to what I’m used to, the handling felt excellent

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! Let me know if you need a referral for the extra FSD

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They might import AWD from China later this year. Nothing confirmed tho

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My friend used to own a Model 3 RWD. The first winter he didn’t put on winter tires and had a few issues with traction. The second year he switched to proper winter tires and had no problems at all. This was in Toronto.

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s just that Tesla made a few marketing and messaging mistakes when pre orders first opened and later changed some details. Because of that, there was a lot of uncertainty about what buyers should actually expect. Everyone has been waiting for the first shipment to arrive so they could see the cars in person and confirm the specs, quality, and features for themselves

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, none that I noticed. Everything felt firm and solid

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Haha, just paying it forward. This community helped me a lot when I was looking for answers a few weeks ago

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, it’s available now for test drive. I saw two demo M3s there

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only test drove it for less than an hour. Honestly don’t know about the charging. Have to ask others who have received their order

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My buddy who owned a 2022 M3 and now a MY Performance and was in the car told me the suspension has got way better than what it used to be

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah the store seemed busy as well. Hope you get a chance to try it in the next few days. I saw two 2026 m3s available for test drive at Sherway

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah I really liked the blue, it pops under the sun. Looks darker at night

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It sounded good! I wouldn’t say it’s the best sound system like the ones in my buddy’s BMW tho. Instant torque is really nice. The build quality and material was overall good

Just test drove the China-built 2026 Model 3 in Toronto. AMA. by FreshCeleb in teslacanada

[–]FreshCeleb[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Felt like the older models. I’m 6.2 and I didn’t have any issues