Tesla has added a Performance variant to the Model 3, following the car's 'Highland' facelift last year.

It brings the car's line-up to three variants: Rear Wheel Drive, Long Range and Performance.

The new range-topping model has 460PS and is capable of accelerating from 0-62mph in 3.1 seconds, making it faster than the previous Performance version that was offered prior to the car's update.

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Using two electric motors, the all-wheel-drive model has a range (WLTP) of 328 miles.

Prices for the Tesla Model 3 Performance start at £59,990 and the car is available to order now.

The Performance model stands out visually with 20-inch alloy wheels red brake callipers and a modified front bumper design. There is also a new diffuser and spoiler at the rear.

Inside, there are new sports seats, offering more support during enthusiastic driving, and fresh carbon fibre trim pieces.

A lower and stiffer suspension setup, along with new brakes, deliver keener handling, while the adaptive dampers are now controlled by new software.

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The UK's premier fleet test driving event - brought to you by Fleet News - took place on June 12 & 13.

The event at Millbrook Proving Ground, Bedfordshire, allowed hundreds of fleet decision-makers and leasing company stakeholders the chance to utilise more than 30 miles of roads and tracks with varied surfaces and technical features.

A total of 34 brands are bringing their latest and greatest cars and vans for fleet decision-makers to test to this year’s event. Many are offering visitors first drives.

They were Abarth, Alfa Romeo, Audi, BMW, BYD, Citroen, Cupra, DS Automobiles, Fiat, Ford, Genesis, Hyundai, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Maserati, Maxus, MG, MINI, Nissan, Omoda, Peugeot, Polestar, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Smart, Suzuki, Tesla, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and Volvo.

As we prepare for the 2025 event, take a look at our showguide for the 2024 event.