My Experience with a Tesla Model Y Performance
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That being said, I really like what Tesla is doing, but they definitely cannot be compared to other luxury brands, because what they're trying to achieve is completely different. The only reason they are compared to luxury brands is because of their high price point and exclusive badge status- things that will wear off over time as they continue producing more vehicles, lowering costs and becoming more mainstream. There is no brand that comes close to making an EV on their level. But Tesla can't compete with the luxury brands on pure luxury and quality either, nor are they trying to.
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Its not that at all, its the other plastics, its the fit and finish, its the design of the interior, exposed bolts and seat rails, switchgear etc. IMHO a Model S feels like a $25,000 car with leather and wood inside.
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To me, the vehicle impresses you for it’s EV powertrain and tech, or it doesn’t impress. To me, I can’t get past the goofy looks and the spartan interiors and the poor build quality. I really like well made things. All the things I own are well made and impress me from a tactile standpoint, and Teslas are way, way behind in that standpoint.
For instance I just bought a YETI tumbler. Sounds silly, but I’ve been admiring it all day. Great quality, I love the precision with how the little magnetic cover pops into place with such precision. I just like nice stuff. The Teslas cheapness inside would bug me every time I sit in it.
At this point an EV would be doable for me, at least in normal driving, but Teslas don’t do it for me yet. Model S is the only one I think is attractive, and it falls down inside. Non Tesla EVs don’t have the range or infrastructure.
For instance I just bought a YETI tumbler. Sounds silly, but I’ve been admiring it all day. Great quality, I love the precision with how the little magnetic cover pops into place with such precision. I just like nice stuff. The Teslas cheapness inside would bug me every time I sit in it.
At this point an EV would be doable for me, at least in normal driving, but Teslas don’t do it for me yet. Model S is the only one I think is attractive, and it falls down inside. Non Tesla EVs don’t have the range or infrastructure.
The chrome trim around the swoopy canopy is gorgeous; 5LS could clone Model S styling.
The flares on the rear wheel arches and rump are gorgeous.
The hood and headlights are nice too.
The front skirt is okay.
The wheels a trifle bland.
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I didnt like the refreshed nose at first either, but its really grown on me. Beatiful car IMO. The Model S is the only beautiful Tesla though, the rest of them are all goofy looking.
I saw a Model Y today at the mall...nothing attractive about that vehicle IMO. Model 3 s better, but I wouldn't call it beautiful either.
I saw a Model Y today at the mall...nothing attractive about that vehicle IMO. Model 3 s better, but I wouldn't call it beautiful either.
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Originally Posted by SW17LS
I didnt like the refreshed nose at first either, but its really grown on me. Beatiful car IMO. The Model S is the only beautiful Tesla though, the rest of them are all goofy looking.
I saw a Model Y today at the mall...nothing attractive about that vehicle IMO. Model 3 s better, but I wouldn't call it beautiful either.
I saw a Model Y today at the mall...nothing attractive about that vehicle IMO. Model 3 s better, but I wouldn't call it beautiful either.
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This is what sold me on the EV/Tesla experience more so than the 0-60 runs. This is what ruined ICE vehicles and all their gears for me. They feel archaic comparatively. It's like going back to one of the first generation iPhones after using the current 11 Pro.
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I didnt even think about the roadster. So add that to what I like too haha
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I didnt like the refreshed nose at first either, but its really grown on me. Beatiful car IMO. The Model S is the only beautiful Tesla though, the rest of them are all goofy looking.
I saw a Model Y today at the mall...nothing attractive about that vehicle IMO. Model 3 s better, but I wouldn't call it beautiful either.
I saw a Model Y today at the mall...nothing attractive about that vehicle IMO. Model 3 s better, but I wouldn't call it beautiful either.
it's a great looking car, but what are you thoughts on the interior? They've definitely improved things over the years.
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When I last test drove Model S back in 2016, it did not have ceiling mounted grab handles, so every time one of us dumped the Model S into a corner or roundabout, the rear passengers would slide to the opposing side of the "flat" anti-bucket rear seats with no ceiling mounted grab handles.
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Considering what he paid, and the sexy exterior the interior was.a let down. Didn't do anything for me personally. All things considered not a car for me but I like lookin' at it.