Tesla reportedly plans to launch a Model 3 Highland “Sport” variant with sportier seats, prominent Tesla hacker @greentheonly revealed on X.
Green went through the electric vehicle giant’s code in new software updates as he sought to discover possible new features of the updated Tesla Model 3 Highland. In the process, Green found an interesting version called “Sport.”
Tesla hacker reveals details about the Sport trim
As indicated in the X post above, Green revealed that the new Tesla Model 3 Highland Sport variant will feature updated front seats with larger side support and headrests.
The model variant also now has a slightly improved rear seat. According to Electrek, it signifies Tesla’s first-ever interior update for a performance version of its EV offerings.
For context, Tesla typically prioritizes upgrading its electric vehicles’ suspension, brakes, and powertrain. However, some of the model variants are locked by software.
Apart from the improved seats, the Model 3 Highland will have an updated manual door release at the back seats. However, its front seats maintain the “pull-up-to-release” handle.
Tesla Model 3 Highland key specs
Presented below are the key specifications of the Tesla Model 3 Highland, as indicated on the official website:
| Tesla Model 3 Highland | RWD | AWD |
| Battery | Standard range | Maximum range |
| Range (WLTP) | 513 km | 629 km |
| Acceleration | 6.1 seconds 0 – 100 km/h | 0 – 100km/h in 4.4 seconds |
| Drive | rear wheel drive | Four-wheel drive with dual motor |
| Energy consumption | 13.kWh per 100 km (62 miles) | 14 kWh per 100 km (62 miles) |
| Weight | 1,765kg | 1,828kg |
| Rims | 18 or 19 inch | 18 or 19 inch |
| Displays | 15.4″ central touchscreen at the front 8″ touchscreen at the rear | 15.4″ central touchscreen at the front 8″ touchscreen at the rear |
| Total Width | Mirrors folded: 1,933 mm Mirrors unfolded: 2,089 mm | Mirrors folded: 1,933 mm Mirrors unfolded: 2,089 mm |
| Overall Length | 4,720mm | 4,720mm |
| Luggage | 682 liters | 682 liters |
| Seats | 5 adults | 5 adults |
| Ground Clearance | 138mm | 138mm |
| Total Height | 1,441mm | 1,441mm |
| Track-front and rear | 1,584mm & 1,584mm | 1,584mm & 1,584mm |
| Supercharger Max. / Payment method | Max. 170kW; Payable per use | Max. 250kW; Payable per use |
| Loading speed | Up to 282km in 15 minutes* | Up to 282 km in 15 minutes |
Tesla has yet to announce whether the Sport variant will be a performance model or just a styling package, InsideEVs noted. It would be interesting to see if the Sport will offer more features than just sportier seats.
