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Tesla Model 3 available to order in NZ

Tesla has announced that New Zealand’s Model 3 configurator is now live, with Model 3 pricing to start at $73,900. 
Posted on 03 June, 2019

Tesla's Model 3 configurator is open to reservation holders and the general public. Deliveries will begin in August and will be prioritised based on reservation date, delivery location and configuration options.
 
To enable supercharging of Model 3, which will come with a CCS Combo 2 charge port, dual charging cables supporting both CCS Combo 2 and Type 2 charging standards will be installed at Supercharger sites across New Zealand.
 
Model 3 is Tesla’s smaller, simpler, more affordable car. Designed and built as the world’s first mass-market electric vehicle, it is a critical step in Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

"Model 3 combines industry-leading powertrain efficiency, aerodynamics and chassis technology to deliver the longest range of any comparable electric sedan," said the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer. "Model 3’s powertrain technology has been designed for ultra-high endurance, and Tesla has proven its technology over more than 10 billion miles of real-world driving across its global fleet of vehicles.
 
"Model 3 recently achieved the lowest probability of injury in any car ever tested by the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and it is designed to be the safest car in its class. Every car comes with active safety features standard, including automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning and side collision warning. 
 
"Model 3, as with other Teslas, will continue to receive over-the-air software updates which add new features and enhance functionality over time. Model 3 now comes with autopilot included, which under active driver supervision, enables your car to steer, accelerate and brake automatically for other vehicles and pedestrians within its lane."

 All Model 3 customers have access to Tesla's global charging network, reserved specifically for Tesla owners; there are seven Supercharger and over 125 Destination charging locations across New Zealand and with more coming shortly. 
 
Model 3 Performance is the quickest car in its class, capable of achieving 0-100km/hr in 3.4 seconds. It has a near perfect 50/50 weight distribution and comes with 560 kilometres of range. Model 3 Performance upgrade includes a top speed of 261kmph, a carbon fibre spoiler, 20-inch performance wheels, and aluminium alloy pedals for maximum handling, improved stability, red brake callipers and the exclusive feature, track mode.

For all pricing and specifications please visit: https://www.tesla.com/en_NZ/model3/design#battery