The interior mechanism is essentially a traditional-style door release pull with two stops. The first stop triggers an electronic door release, and opens the door. Open to full extension, and a mechanical door release operates, even if there's a loss of power — it isn't confusing to operate...
Tesla uses a nifty flush fitment for its exterior door handles on the Model S that pop out to welcome you as you walk up to the car with the key.
https://www.autoblog.com/2019/02/28/tesla-fiery-crash-closer-look-door-locks/
All the driver had to do was pull hard on the interior handle.
Hurray! Somebody in this thread gets it!