2018 Tesla Model 3 Mid Range

The 2018 Tesla Model 3 is the compact sedan that brought Tesla's electric technology to a wider audience, slotting below the Model S. Its main rivals are the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, but the Model 3 offers zero emissions and a minimalist interior. The low center of gravity and responsive steering make the Model 3 genuinely fun to drive, and the regenerative braking takes some getting used to. Inside, the Model 3 is starkly minimal, with nearly all controls on a single 15-inch touchscreen, and space for five is good for the class. The Mid Range is the one to pick if you want a 260-mile range but don't need the Long Range's extra capacity or all-wheel drive. Its rear-wheel-drive electric motor delivers instant torque that makes city driving effortless, and the EPA rates it at 123 mpg combined. This trim came with the same 15-inch touchscreen and Autopilot hardware as the rest of the lineup, so you don't give up any tech for the lower price.