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Originally Posted by ZCD1
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Originally Posted by Piggieback
In all fairness, the model 3 and the model S can't match the performance of the top tier competition, their motor and battery cooling systems handicap them. Not to take away from the gobbles of torque, and millisecond pedal response, but running out of steam after the first 1-2 pulls doesn't exactly scream success.
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The Model 3 doesn't suffer the same cooling issues that the Model S does:
https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/road-tests/a22625274/tesla-model-3-performance-track-test/
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Yet it's still not as predictable as an ICE car.
Heat buildup is inevitable. After three or four laps at absolute tire-torturing full speed, the car begins to reduce power output.