Tesla has overhauled its Model 3 and Model Y with an array of enhancements that deliver more range, extra technology and the return of indicator stalks.

For the Model 3, which was facelifted last year in the ‘Highland’ upgrade, the latest updates bring “upgraded battery packs with higher-density cells” that “deliver more energy”. The new packs boost range across all models, bringing up to 30 extra electric miles.

The Rear-Wheel Drive variant now offers 323 miles WLTP with 19-inch wheels (344 miles est. with standard 18-inch wheels), up from 318 miles previously.

The Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive gets the biggest range upgrade, with 466 miles WLTP up for grabs with 18-inch wheels, up 30 miles from 436 WLTP previously (410 miles WLTP with 19-inch wheels).

For the Long Range All-Wheel Drive, the uplift now means 445 miles WLTP with 18-inch wheels, up from 421 miles previously (390 miles WLTP with 19-inch wheels).

And the Model 3 Performance now offers 355 miles WLTP, up from 328 miles WLTP previously.

The Model 3 has a new front camera now available, located in the front fascia. It offers drivers an expanded view of the surroundings on the centre screen and comes with a fluid washer and integrated heating.

Perhaps the biggest news is a new indicator stalk, following widespread criticism from drivers of the steering wheel buttons introduced last year.

Changes to the Model Y, facelifted earlier this year, are not so extensive but the Long Range All-Wheel Drive does get an upgraded battery pack that means it now offers 390 miles WLTP on 19-inch wheels or 372 miles WLTP on 20-inch; up from 364 miles on 19-inchers and 353 miles on 20-inchers previously.

Prices remain unchanged as the brand comes under increasingly stiff competition from legacy carmakers and a whole new offensive of EV brands. The Model 3 is priced from £39,990 to £59,990 while the Model Y is priced from £44,990, rising to £61,990 for the Performance version.