The Tesla Model 3 Performance has captured most of the world’s attention since the car manufacturer’s entry-level sedan was introduced, but it’s not the only variant on offer.
For those that don’t have the budget required to purchase a Model 3 Performance, or simply don’t have the need for such a fast car, the Model 3 Standard Range Plus is an excellent option.
Powering this model is a single electric motor driving the rear wheels. The car is also good for 250 miles (402 km) of range, but for the YouTuber in this video, it’s not the range that’s important; it’s the fact that the Model 3 Standard Range Plus is rear-wheel drive, meaning it can be drifted. Or can it? That’s what this video aims to find out.
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Unlike most rear-wheel drive cars (or any new car for that matter), Tesla doesn’t make it easy to turn off traction control in its vehicles. Depending on the model, owners may have to pull a fuse, disconnect a wire, fit a defeat module, or follow a specific set of inputs to turn off the electronic nanny. Plus, doing so also disables systems like the stability control, ABS, and regenerative braking.
With all of these things disabled, Drifts N’Lifts were able to easily kick out the car’s tail and maintain a series of impressive powerslides in the Model 3. With the absence of an internal combustion engine or exhaust sounds, it does make for a rather odd sight, but is fun to watch nonetheless.