Tesla Black And White Partial Premium Interior [Comparison]
You may have heard that there are two interior options for the used Model 3: Tesla Black And White Partial Premium Interior. But the most crucial query is: How do they contrast? What are you giving up or gaining if you choose Tesla’s Partial Premium Interior over its Premium Interior?
We’re continuing today with another entry in our “Tesla Features Explained” blog series, where we take an important Tesla feature or option offered on various models and break it down on an oh-so-nerdy level leaving no details out.
This will help you understand the differences and be the best-informed Tesla buyer you can be. Do these ideas pique your interest? We concurred! Let’s begin now!
Tesla Black And White Partial Premium Interior
Partial Premium Interior (Model 3)
When Tesla started selling the Standard Range RWD Model 3 (also called the $35,000 Model 3) and the Standard Range Plus RWD Model 3 (still available online today), the Partial Premium Interior first appeared.
Tesla deleted several interior elements from the lower-end Model 3 variations to reduce expenses (which we’ll discuss further down the page).
To keep the pricing inside that sub-$40,000 level, modifications were made to the lighting, seating, Premium Connectivity, and audio system.
The Partial Premium Interior is still available in two separate Model 3 variations because Tesla continues to sell both the Standard Range RWD Model 3 (off-menu, accessible only by special order) and the Standard Range Plus RWD Model 3.
It’s crucial to remember that the Partial Premium Interior has a long history and that the Standard Range and Standard Range Plus Model 3 vehicles do not have the option to upgrade to a Premium Interior.
The majority of the missing features cannot be upgraded, although some specific items blocked by software (such as the rear heated seats) can be upgraded.
It’s also important to note that the top-of-the-line Premium Interior is standard on all Model 3 variants, including the Mid-Range RWD, Long Range RWD, Long Range AWD, and Performance AWD; there is no option to order a Partial Premium Interior on any of these more expensive vehicles.
Let’s now look at the exact features that each bundle offers.
Tesla Partial Premium Interior: Features
- front chairs with 12-way power adjustments
- Front seats with heating (but not back seats)
- Upgraded audio, often known as “Immersive Sound” (Note: Immersive sound is absent from the $35k Model 3, and all vehicles with Partial Premium Interiors lack rear speakers and a subwoofer)
- Tesla Premium Connectivity 30-day trial
Tesla Premium Interior: Features
- Front chairs with 12-way power adjustments
- Front AND back heated seats
- The premium audio system comprises fourteen speakers, a subwoofer, two amplifiers, and Immersive Sound.
- Tesla Premium Connectivity LED fog lamps are available for a year (instead of a 30-day trial), while the Partial Premium Interior offers faux fog lamps.
- Interior floor mats (unfortunately, the Partial Premium Interior doesn’t come with factory floor mats)
Which Models Offer A Partial Premium Interior Option?
The Model 3 Standard Range RWD (the $35k Model 3) and the Standard Range Plus RWD are the only Model 3 models that offer the Partial Premium Interior option.
The Standard Range RWD Model 3 is an “off-menu” purchase, meaning you must visit a Tesla store and inquire about it or contact Tesla personally. Both are currently offered for sale by Tesla.
Is A Partial Premium Interior Option Available For The Model Y?
No, the Partial Premium Interior option is not yet available for Model Y. This is because Model Y is only offered (at the time of writing) in Long Range AWD and Performance AWD models (similar to how the Model 3 was launched), both of which have the Premium Interior.
The Model Y will eventually have more affordable versions (perhaps called Standard Range or Standard Range Plus), and these models will probably have some interior features stripped out (which Tesla may refer to as the Partial Premium Interior).
Is It Possible To Order The Interior In Black And White In Partial Premium?
Yes, you can get the Partial Premium Interior with the Black and White Interior, but if you choose the All Black Interior instead, you’ll have to spend an additional $1,000 for the premium.
Can The Partial Premium Interior Get Premium Connectivity?
Tesla Premium Connectivity is only a 30-day trial with the Partial Premium Interior instead of a 1-year subscription with the Full Premium Interior.
Therefore, the value of the complimentary Tesla Premium Connectivity in Premium Interior package is $119.88 ($9.99 x 12 months) regardless of whether you subscribe for 30 days or a year.
Are The Seats The Same In The Model 3’s Partial Premium Interior?
Yes! The seats on every Model 3 are made of the same synthetic vegan leather material. The stitching and padding have recently been improved in revisions of the Model 3 chairs, which have seen several changes over the past few years.
Do The $35,000 Model 3’s Seats Come In Cloth?
There are no fabric seats in the $35,000 (Standard Range RWD) Model 3. There are no Model 3 models or versions with fabric seats.
Can A Tesla With A Partial Premium Interior Watch Netflix?
Okay, here’s how it goes: Any Tesla Model 3 can stream Netflix via WiFi; you do not need the Premium Connectivity bundle. However, you’ll need a Premium Connectivity membership to view Netflix without WiFi.
Additionally, as mentioned, the Premium Interior comes with a 1-year subscription, whereas the Partial Premium Interior offers a 30-day sample of Premium Connectivity. Additionally, if you wish to use the features after both periods have passed, you must purchase a Premium Connectivity subscription.
Conclusion
This comparison has no “best value” winner because factors like range and drive type (RWD vs AWD) matter more than the interior package. Instead, it comes down to which Tesla you want.
You must truly determine if you want to spend more money to acquire a more expensive Model 3 with more range and AWD or if you want to spend less money to get a less expensive Model 3 with less range and RWD because the Partial Premium Interior is only available on the Standard Range RWD and Standard Range Plus RWD.
The Partial Premium Interior and the Premium Interior, aside from the audio system and a few other minor differences, are similar.
As a result, consider range and drive type when making your choice rather than the interior, which, while still an important factor in our opinion, is quite similar.
Check out our used Model 3 listings if you’re looking for a used Model 3 with the Tesla Black And White Partial Premium Interior.
You can quickly find the ideal used Tesla with only a few clicks. Of course, if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us; we’re always happy to assist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What distinguishes a half-luxury interior for a Tesla?
He demonstrates how the partial premium interior lacks an amp or subwoofer at the back of the vehicle, in contrast to the full premium cabin. The half-luxury interior’s lack of immersive sound is also obvious, despite Tesla listing it on their website.
Which interior of a Tesla is best?
KilowattAuto is quite enthusiastic about the white interior. The few creases that occur are not perceptible and are simple to clean. He added that it improves the car’s appearance and gives the cabin a sense of greater space. Any future Teslas he purchases will unquestionably have a white interior instead of a black one.
Does the Tesla’s white interior become dirty?
Every hair, crumb, and water (coffee) spot can be seen in the white interior. Additionally, the debris could be a bothersome annoyance once you get a chance to clean the seats. Although Tesla emphasizes the material’s strength and ease of cleaning, it is still being determined how it will hold up after several years of ownership.
Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla, made headlines in 2019 when he declared that moving ahead, all interior components would be made of fabric or vegan leather rather than using any animal products. Since then, animal products have not been used inside any Tesla vehicles.
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