Tesla’s latest Model 3 changes in Malaysia include a larger central screen and the ability to power external devices on supported cars. The update also raises the Performance version’s claimed WLTP range to 600km.
According to Paul Tan’s 17 October report, the local price list is unchanged. That makes the equipment and compatibility details more useful than simply asking whether the car has become cheaper.
The screen grows, the option list shifts
The display increases from 15.4 to 16 inches. Zen Grey joins the interior options at RM5,000, while the report lists new 19-inch Dark Nova wheels at RM7,500.
For Performance buyers, claimed range rises from 571km to 600km under WLTP testing. That is a stated test-cycle figure, rather than a promise that every driver will cover the same distance.
Tesla’s Malaysian Model 3 page notes that actual range varies with factors including speed, weather and battery conditions. Those everyday variables still apply after an improved figure appears on the specification sheet.
V2L depends on the car, too
Vehicle-to-load capability is the practical addition to check carefully. The report ties support to the relevant vehicles produced from October 2026 onwards, rather than promising a blanket upgrade for every Model 3 already on the road.
It advises checking the car’s additional vehicle information under Software for the indication that Powershare support is enabled. The reported Tesla Outlet Adapter costs RM350 and was out of stock when the article was published.
An accessory listing alone therefore is not enough to establish that a particular car can use it. Buyers should confirm the vehicle’s production specification and support status before ordering equipment for this function.
The larger screen is easy to notice during a showroom visit. Whether the exact car can power your external devices is the question to settle before paying for the adapter.
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