Tesla has shaken up its Model 3 lineup in Spain with a bigger display, fresh wheel choices, and a clear range boost for the Performance model. The update also swaps out the name of its autonomous driving tech.
Buyers logging into Tesla’s Spanish configurator this week found a Model 3 that looks and feels different. The dashboard now centers on a 16-inch QHD display, standard for both RWD and Premium trims. This sharper screen pushes Tesla’s in-car tech ahead of most rivals in the segment.
Visual changes hit the exterior too. Tesla has dropped the polarizing light wheels, rolling out the Nova Dark 19-inch set. The look is bolder and less divisive. Inside, the Premium trim swaps the all-white interior for a Gris Zen option at 1,200 euros. The white cabin never really caught on with Spanish buyers, so this move lands as a quiet course correction.
Switching from 18-inch to 19-inch wheels reduces the claimed range of the Premium Long Range RWD by 59 km, or about 7.9%.
Range figures now come with more transparency. The Premium Long Range RWD still claims up to 750 kilometers WLTP with 18-inch wheels. Opt for the 19-inch set, and that drops to 691 kilometers. The all-wheel-drive Premium Long Range starts at 48,990 euros and posts up to 718 kilometers on 18-inch wheels, or 660 kilometers with the larger alloys. The Model 3 Performance now stretches to 600 kilometers WLTP, starting at 57,490 euros. Tesla has also trimmed the AWD Premium’s 0–100 km/h time from 4.4 to 4.0 seconds. Tarantas.news lists the base Model 3 RWD at 36,990 euros and the Premium Long Range RWD from 44,990 euros, keeping Tesla’s pricing in the thick of the Spanish EV market.
Comfort tweaks show up in the roof. The new glass is darker and filters heat, which should help keep the cabin cooler and cut down on air conditioning use during Spain’s hottest months. It’s not the full sunshade some drivers wanted, but it’s a step toward better summer comfort.
The most telling change isn’t hardware. Tesla has renamed its autonomous driving system from FSD to TAD—"Tesla Assisted Driving Basic"—after talks with German regulators and in anticipation of EU-wide rules. The new name signals Tesla’s willingness to play by European standards as the region moves toward broader approval of advanced driver-assist features. Several industry sources report that Germany flagged the old FSD name as misleading, since the system still needs driver oversight and doesn’t fully automate driving.
The Tesla Assisted Driving system has already received approval in eight EU countries, including the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark, Lithuania, Estonia, Slovenia, Czechia, and Croatia. However, Germany had not yet authorized its regular use on public roads at the time of recent publications, and France and Sweden opposed allowing the system to exceed speed limits, delaying a pan-European decision.
Competition in Spain’s EV market is heating up. Kia’s XCeed 2027 has drawn attention for its redesign and tech push, as reported by tarantas.news. Tesla’s Model 3 update answers that challenge with a mix of technical and regulatory moves.
The new configurator spells out the trade-off between wheel size and range, letting buyers weigh style against daily driving needs. The darker roof and interior options show Tesla is paying attention to climate and comfort. The acceleration and range gains keep the Model 3 in the running for drivers who want more than just a badge.
Tesla’s latest Model 3 changes land as the company works to stay ahead of rivals and regulatory shifts. The Spanish market now gets a sedan that blends technical upgrades with a nod to European rules. The last word goes to the numbers: 600 kilometers WLTP for the Performance, 16-inch display standard, and a new name for driver assistance as the EU’s stance evolves.
