Ariya Premium+ AWD or Model 3 Performance?

I think that's the question that nearly everyone who has ordered an AWD Ariya has asked themselves.

And yes the Tesla is a very good choice for an EV, mostly because of the Supercharger network and the EPA range (along with the 0-60mph performance).

But the AWD Ariya has these items that distinguish it from the M3:

1. Driver-centric console/display (instead of a bolted-on tablet in the middle of the dash)
2. ProPilot 2.0 (instead of a fully camera-based driver's assist mode that actually doesn't work because Elon decided it no longer needed a radar or sensor array)
3. "Currently" eligible for the $7500 US tax credit (which Telsa has long since lost)

That pretty much sums up why I'm skipping the M3.

Too early to say. We need to see real reviews of drivable models before we can make a reasonable comparison. And the Ariya should probably be compared to the Model Y rather than the 3.

You buy a Model 3 Performance for the track mode. That's basically the only reason to me. Most other EVs - except for the Polestar with Performance package (adjustable suspension) and the Mach-E GTPE - don't compare.

SUV vs sedan is not fair comparison IMO. You are buying an Ariya for the cargo space and overall flexibility while sacrificing a little handling + enjoyment.

I currently own a 3 RWD and Y. I find the ride in the 3 pretty rough but it is an absolute blast to drive. No SUV (EV or otherwise) will compare. As a daily driver, the only other two would be a EV6 and Mach-E for fun.