Tesla Model 3 New vs. Old | Side-By-Side Front View. As before, the new Model 3's roof reaches high into the sky, arcing way up over the body's shoulder line.

On the bright side, they’ve kept the turn signal stalk, an obvious win compared to the Model 3’s touch-button alternatives. That said, the stalk itself now has a shorter throw than before.

Better yet, for much of the drive it’s side by side with a Model 3, demonstrating an excellent comparison between the two vehicles. Teslas driving on roads in San Jose is not an uncommon occurrence.

Thanks to a side-by-side comparison issued by Tesla, we now know. The Model 3's overall length is a little over 13-inches shorter, meaning interior room won't be at the same level as in the Model S.

The Tesla Model Y shares a lot of parts with the Model 3, but its interior is highly different because of one word—versatility.

Tesla Model 3 New vs. Old | Side-By-Side If you harbored any doubts about it, let the side view confirm that the new Tesla Model 3 is simply a heavily refreshed version of the old Tesla Model 3.