Upgraded Tesla Model 3 mere days away from UK deliveries

Tesla’s confirmed 27 January is the date customers will start receiving their new Model 3s in the UK. Buyers with pre-orders will no doubt be wide-eyed with excitement given rumours of the refresh first emerged two Christmases ago.

Never mind. The point is, it’s here. And better than ever, apparently. We’ve detailed before how it's got a sharper exterior, a quieter cabin, better quality finishes and more range.

Speaking of range, Tesla has confirmed that there’ll be no change to the WLTP figures (up to 390 miles for the Long Range) here, with its European cars unaffected by the EPA adjustments and lawsuit shenanigans going on over the pond. Still, one to keep an eye on perhaps...

Meanwhile, we already knew the Model 3 would be a few grand cheaper, with prices starting below £40k. For the Long Range version, you’re looking at £50,000.

Either way, the Model 3 retains its supported 250kW charging speeds, meaning you could get 175 miles of juice in only a quarter of an hour. If of course you find one of the new V4 Superchargers that started popping up here last summer.

Bear in mind, if you want to drive a new Tesla on these shores then this and the Model Y are - in the words of Princess Leia - your only hope. RHD versions of the Model S and Model X bought the farm last year and the Cybertruck will likely be imports only...