Electric Car News - The Tesla Model 3 Electric Car Lease is improving AGAIN

The Tesla Model 3 Electric Car Lease is improving AGAIN-Electric Car News

What cars will UK drivers be enjoying 2025 and beyond? Further to the recent BBC report, it seems that BYD are hoping to be a favourite in our personal and business leasing market with an 880% increase in sales for September 2024 compared to September 2025.

As reported, the BYD team are enjoying some significant success with their all-electric options, the Seal and Sealion 7, in addition to their biggest-seller, the Seal U SUV (a PHEV). With the UK not imposing tariffs on the Chinese-built EVs like the rest of the EU and USA, there has been a big push to bring cheaper and impressive vehicles to the market.

This isn’t just about zero-emission vehicles, with sales of plug-in vehicles continuing to grow, as not every consumer or fleet is ready to move into solus battery technology. Also, it isn’t just the BYD, with the Jaecoo 7 also featuring as one of the most-popular cars in September 2025 too. This is testament to the product, which will not be benefitting from the Band 1 or Band 2 Gov. grants being offered to brands like Renault, Ford, Citroen, Peugeot and Skoda 

As these companies are engaged in British-led battery and vehicle production, the UK Government are offering additional support to help offset some of the pressure on these manufacturers. But will this be enough to manage the rising tide from the east?

One group which has come under question within this debate is the world’s most famous electric car producer - Tesla. With Elon Musk perhaps more well known for political and economic debates, as opposed to car and battery production, the thoughts and feelings on the Tesla brand have certainly changed in the UK.

While some refuse to participate with a controversial brand, others are just enjoying the choice from the competitors to the Model 3 like the BMW i4, Polestar 2, BYD Seal and VW ID7. However, don’t be quick to count out Tesla, who are still producing the Model 3 and Model Y in some quantity. Personal, and political agenda aside, these are still incredibly robust EVs and the quality of the vehicle should not be underestimated.

For businesses and fleets with high-mileage and longer journeys, the ability to drive a car with both an adequate range and expedient charging times does lead to both the Model 3 and Y entering the conversation. Not one to rest on their laurels, the US powerhouse is yet again revising and updating their Model 3 with the arrival of a new battery pack for improved performance, power and technology.   

The Highland version of the Model 3 will see all European versions benefit from a new 82kWh battery option, which will improve range, efficiency and performance. As we will set out below, the LR RWD / AWD and performance will all enjoy some seismic range improvements, as quality and standards in the BEV market continue to improve. Other minor improvements will also follow like the front bumper camera and the return of the turn signal stalk too. As at October 2025 you can enjoy some well-specified vehicles such as:

• RWD - from £39,990 this includes 18” alloys, premium seats with power adjust, 15” front row touchscreen, 8” 2nd row touchscreen, 8 exterior cameras, hands-free power boot, base autopilot, tinted glass, heated seats, heated steering wheel, dashcam, sentry mode, active safety, app remote control and front-row facing camera;

•  LR RWD - from £44,990 this improves the battery on the vehicle;
• LR AWD - from £49,990 enjoy the AWD functionality plus the 15 speaker/2 subwoofer music system; and  
•  Performance AWD - from £59,990 enjoy 20” alloys, carbon fiber trim, power-tilt and ventilated seats and adaptive suspension.       

Key colours include the Stealth Grey (free) plus the Deep Blue, Diamond Black, Pearl White and Ultra Red. Key options include the Enhanced Autopilot (dumb summon, smart summon, autopark and motorway assisted driving) and the tow hitch.

How will the new Model 3 2026 EV perform?

As per below on the Highland model: 

•  RWD Long Range - this RWD car has a usable battery of 79 kWh which offers 235 kW (315hp), top speeds of 125 mph and 0-62 times of 5.2 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 295 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 425 miles (on a full charge) - combined overall at 360 miles. The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 8 hours and 30 minutes with the 250 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 29 minutes. It has a 184 mpg equivalent, 594L cargo volume and can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 1000kg (Braked) There is a heat pump standard on this EV. There is no Bidirectional charging;

•  AWD Long Range - this AWD car has a usable battery of 79 kWh which offers 366 kW (491hp), top speeds of 125 mph and 0-62 times of 4.4 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 295 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 425 miles (on a full charge) - combined overall at 360 miles. The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 8 hours and 30 minutes with the 250 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 29 minutes. It has a 177 mpg equivalent, 594L cargo volume and can tow 750kg (Unbraked) and 1000kg (Braked) There is a heat pump standard on this EV. There is no Bidirectional charging; and

•  Performance - this AWD car has a usable battery of 79 kWh which offers 461 kW (618hp), top speeds of 163 mph and 0-62 times of 3.4 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 295 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 425 miles (on a full charge) - combined overall at 360 miles. The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 8 hours and 30 minutes with the 250 kW DC enabling 10-80% in 29 minutes. It has a 164 mpg equivalent, 594L cargo volume and cannot tow. There is a heat pump standard on this EV. There is no Bidirectional charging.

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