Tesla Model Y review: New electric SUV test in Australia - is it worth stepping up from Model 3? 4K

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New cars don't come much more important or more anticipated than the 2022 Tesla Model Y.
This all-electric SUV is already the best-selling EV crossover on the planet, and it's finally arrived in Australia where it will compete with a number of key rivals like the Audi e-tron, Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Volvo XC40 Recharge, BMW iX and Mercedes EQA and EQC.
In this review, Tom White got behind the wheel of the base model RWD Model Y, which is just over $70,000 (AUD) and our intention is to get into the flagship Model Y Performance soon (more than AUD $100,000).
This five-seater SUV (there's a seven seater version in other markets, but not in Australia just yet) offers more practicality than most other midsize SUVs out there, and with the choice of rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), it betters some of its direct EV SUV rivals, too.
With driving range claimed at either 455km for the RWD or 514km for the Model Y Performance AWD, and with impressive claims on the efficiency front - plus with fast charging and more recharging options than any other brand on the market, there's a lot to like about the Model Y.
But is there more to the story? You bet. Watch the video, and read the detailed review, at the link below.
00:00 Intro
00:48 Pricing and features
02:08 Design
04:27 Practicality
08:22 Under the bonnet
09:08 Range and charging
10:03 Driving
14:16 Safety
15:03 Ownership
15:39 Verdict
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@mr260z3 2 жыл бұрын

Your claimed 6.3 sec 0-100km speed for the base model is way off. It is claimed by Tesla to run 6.9 but has been independently tested at 7.10.

@carsguide 2 жыл бұрын

You're right. Our bad!

@victorfu6332 2 жыл бұрын

It’s not very quick then

@nicknack003 2 жыл бұрын

@@victorfu6332 who’s buying a model y to be quick anyway

@amperformance7998 2 жыл бұрын

Not face-tearingly quick, but more than quick enough. 7 sec to 100 is quite a bit quicker than the average Australian car (closer to 9). The instant torque and lack of gearbox kick-down makes it quicker in the real world than the number suggests.

@yasserafiq 2 жыл бұрын

7 seconds is still plenty quick. Bear in mind Polestar 2 (single motor) does 0-100 in 7.3 - 7.5 and it felt quick enough when we test drove it.

@terryhumphries1 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve found the screen no problem to live with, it took a few weeks but now very happy with its simplicity and elegance over lots of traditional buttons etc

@igorpershin2060 2 жыл бұрын

You get used to the speedo being there, not an issue after a whole of use. Also he didn’t mention the voice controls which means you can change any of the controls without taking your eyes off the road

@goodspeed01 Жыл бұрын

The fact that you can/should charge to 100% every day in this base model Y, due to it's LFP batteries is very important, since you get the full range every day. In the LR and Performance versions the use NMC batteries and they should only be charged to 80% daily and only occasionally to 100%. This means that as a daily commuter you have more range available compared to LR and Performance. This is not mentioned in this test.

@nathanbradforth3408 2 жыл бұрын

I have tested model 3 and I found that looking to the side to see the speed is no difference from being in front. You won't think this at 1st but I challenge anyone to consciousnessly look at you speed in any car then drive a Tesla and do the same. Also I'm blind in my right eye which should make it worse, however, looking down at your speed is no different to looking to the side. In fact I find it easier. Either way you still need to look at the speed no matter what and it's no difference where you look and you will find its more a memory thing and you will be used to it in less than a week

@lukeadv 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure if this ever gets mentioned, but these screens are designed for use in LHD markets, where the screen is usually being operated by the dominant right hand. In RHD markets these screens always feel more difficult to be accurate because most people are using their non-dominant hand.

@sryev9410 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had a model Y for over a year now and I love it so much I bought another one for my wife, it’s damn awesome

@STRIDwastaken 2 жыл бұрын

Liked the video even before it started, the Title was genius 😂

@Osirls Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! Does it have double glazing in the rear windows too?

@d3j051 2 жыл бұрын

I've owned the dual motor LR Model Y for a couple of years, great car. It's extremely fast (they don't sell the single motor version in the USA), handles well, incredibly efficient, and very practical. The suspension is by far the weakest aspect of the car, they need an air suspension option or just a better suspension.

@flex215 Жыл бұрын

How about that baby @ 13:24 My heart skipped a beat 😅

@Joeshermes 2 жыл бұрын

I think if you don’t like touching screens you can use voice command during driving. Even to control climate which you should have tested it.

@KittykatOz 2 жыл бұрын

You mentioned having to navigate the screen, but I use the voice commands on my Model 3 car which I find great and just love not having heaps of buttons in a car I never really figure out what they do! I find using the screen just like using my iPad and once I've set everything up, don't have to bother much with it again. You said the screen is easy to reach and do things with - well just a note, if you're a short female, it is harder, however I put a swivel on my screen and can face it towards me a little more. I frequently (and easily) use the cruise control to keep my speed which is really great. I love it so much, we also bought the Model Y!

@methoxy66 Жыл бұрын

As soon as he complained about adjusting the mirrors while you're driving it was clear this was just a Tesla bashing exercise. Tesla don't do media junkets so all the mainstream reviewers are going to bash it. Tesla does what it does really well

@hobo1704 11 ай бұрын

@@methoxy66Tesla bashing 😂 They are absolute POS vehicle's champ..

@alexanderbrown8308 10 ай бұрын

Why would you adjust your steering wheel while you're driving?

@franckraccah1354 Жыл бұрын

Hello, thanks you for this video. If you compare the confort between this cars and a modele 3 sr+.? Regards

@russellclarke3803 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review. I'm always amused by reviews that criticise the placement of the instrument display in the centre of the car as though this is something unique to the model 3 or Y. There are plenty of other cars about with central instrument displays ranging from baby Toyotas to Citroen Picassos. You certainly adapt very quickly and you rarely regret gaining the extra visibility ahead of the steering wheel that relocating that aspect of the dashboard sideways gives.

@Mike-vq1fm Жыл бұрын

Model Y base gets premium sound and HEPA which Tesla used to charge around $5k for premium sound and $750 for HEPA so the base model Y is a good deal compared to the 3 but I guess the 3 is faster and slightly more range. Premium sound, HEPA and hatchback are the biggest factors for buying the Y over the 3. Full self driving is cheap in Aus at $10k. Its going up to $21,600 AUD in the US next week and will continue up in future (I bought for $3k a few years ago)

@ibsn87 Жыл бұрын

Everyone I know who’s taken one for a drive enjoyed the suspension, a 1.9 tonne car you don’t want to be boating around corners. Most people coming from BMW etc felt the model Y suspension was similar to their previous car. Not sure why every commercial review echos suspension concerns when 9/9 consumers I’m aware of liked it’s planted sporty feel. After taking it for a test drive I wouldn’t want it any other way.

@damianjames8148 Жыл бұрын

I have an M2 at the moment and took the Y for a drive today. Compared to the M2 I think the suspension is great for such a heavy car

@ibsn87 Жыл бұрын

@@damianjames8148 nice. Did you like it? I have gone from a model 3 to a Y and we couldn’t be happier. (Miss the 0-100 performace a little but hey. Family car that’s not exactly slow). There is NO way I would want the suspension to be soft and sappy. I can poke a family sized SUV hard into roundabouts and its suspension is confidence inspiring. No one has described it as harsh? It’s notably refined in just about every aspect compared to my original California built 3. I recently test drove a brand new Mazda equivalent sized car (fully optioned) and purely based on safety/features/connectivity and performance was lacking. I estimate within approx 50,000km would be the same price with regard to running cost. Not to mention the Mazda would have stopped approx 60 times for fuel and been handed over for 4-5 days worth of servicing.

@damianjames8148 Жыл бұрын

@Jack. Yes I loved driving the Y and will probably get one in the next 6 months. If the suspension was softer then the reviewers would complain about the sway and movement during cornering. It’s a family SUV not a sports car. However, it really does drive well for the 20 minutes during my test drive. Not as fast as the M2 but still plenty of fun to drive

@ibsn87 Жыл бұрын

@@damianjames8148 I’m confident you will enjoy the swap if your commit. The fact that 99% of reviews only talk about ride kinda says there’s not much to pick on. It’s highly connected, feature rich, quick enough even for the RWD and safest in class. There are a couple of minor quirks every now and then, but considering the features it has that no other car has and the constant and worth while OTA updates. We couldn’t be happier with ours. 5 Tesla’s in the family and none of us have lost a car for a days servicing. Unreal compared to ICE warranty and maintenance requirements!

@jasonsmith8929 2 жыл бұрын

The screen is not distracting because you can give voice commands

@James-lw3gi 2 ай бұрын

Wow $72,300 out not a year ago. The RWD Y is currently selling for $58,339 drive away. It now has the 2024 refresh too. A lot changes in a year. Thanks for the vid.

@MA-dm4xy Жыл бұрын

Does this model he test drove have the 19 or 20 inch wheels? Interested to find out if 19 inch wheels make the ride smoother?

@andrewsalmon100 Жыл бұрын

That's a pleasing review for a committed purchaser like me.

@awjelfs5034 2 жыл бұрын

You can easily buy a heads up display if you want to that sits on the dash or you can use your phone to.

@lachlanB323 Жыл бұрын

It already achieved the 3rd best selling car in Australia. Next year it will be the best selling car imo.

@steeltribe3967 Жыл бұрын

Vegan Leather was once just called Plastic. LOL

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

Nice review Tom ! Looking forward to test driving this next week. Also, I don't believe the new Model Y has radar-pretty sure it's vision only now.

@tasd5673 2 жыл бұрын

Yes pure vision just how we drive with our nureal network.

@TheCardinal365 2 жыл бұрын

Good review. The only feature in FSD i used a lot in my Model 3, was the auto lane change on the highway while in autopilot. Im not sure if this feature is now added separately from FSD. The summon feature is cool to show friends for a bit of a laugh. But as it is, 10k for FSD is not worth it at the moment.

@andylangleynz 2 жыл бұрын

Use EAP then, half the price for same feature set

@JV-py3lg 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t find the rear window any issue.

@Aprylius 2 жыл бұрын

Bit of a tool, change settings via voice control while driving. Same for rear window - use the screen

@markmcdougal1199 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty well done, I'd have to say. I think the model 3 has a pretty stiff suspension too. I love how it moves through a circular freeway onramp at thrice the suggested speed with ease, but I really would rather have a bit cushier, more nuanced ride. One test I always employ is if my head bounces on the head rest while going over bumps, and my model 3 fails this test. This is nit=picky though, this is, by far, the best car I've ever owned. I'm hoping that some suspension improvement hardware that I can put in it will become available. I believe it's already out, but I think it voids the warranty to install it at this point.

@JuicyLeek Жыл бұрын

Air suspension might become standard on the Y as the EV market grows. Aftermarket suspension is available but it’s hard to trust third parties.

@kanahn7402 2 жыл бұрын

Looks good, can't wait to test drive.

@andylangleynz 2 жыл бұрын

Performance doesn't use LFP, only the RWD. You adjust things whilst driving using the right scroll wheel and voice, who adjusts the steering wheel position while driving?

@rkaid7 2 жыл бұрын

Only 3 and Y standard versions are LFP.

@teslabot6517 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. I test drove the Y. Suspension is firm. I still had to order the RWD. Love it.

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

haha nice work ! Where did u test drive it? I'm booked in at Tesla Brighton next week.

@teslabot6517 2 жыл бұрын

@@RyanCowan Ha! I am re- test driving the Y at Brighton -Tue week I wasn't able to get a Y with the induction wheels, so I booked another test drive with the 20s on it.

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

@@teslabot6517 haha NICE !! I hope mine has the 20's on it, I didn't even think of that ! How did u specify when booking ?

@ChrisJWinn 2 жыл бұрын

Can anyone confirm if the model y performance version uses the LFP battery? I believe this is a mistake and only the single motor version uses LFP battery.

@andylangleynz 2 жыл бұрын

You're correct

@nexus888 Жыл бұрын

You can buy add-on screens to put in front of the wheel so it's a bit more like normal cards. I can't wait though for whether one day we can get a version with a HUD instead like you can with other non EV cars like Audi, etc. - that would be perfect!

@awjelfs5034 2 жыл бұрын

I have a performance Y on order and there is nothing i would swap it for, you would be a fool to buy a non Tesla electric car. You can power it from your roof and it is easily makes the most distance from the least amount of electricity.

@SS-yr3ij 2 жыл бұрын

power it from ur roof ? what ?

@awjelfs5034 2 жыл бұрын

@@SS-yr3ij I have 36 solar panels on my roof.

@strykerace 2 жыл бұрын

if the order wait time is a year for this car and if you can afford to wait, I am willing to bet some of the things like ride quality, user interface and performance may be improved a year from now. Tesla is always improving as are the other brands.

@amperformance7998 2 жыл бұрын

Tesla does improve, but most of these changes are software and battery. Hardware changes, like suspension, happen more slowly. People have been commenting on the Y's hard ride for years and it hasn't been improved significantly. So I wouldn't buy on with the assumption that the ride problems will be fixed.

@oldad73 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with many of the other comments - you were unduly harsh on the display. After the initial set-up you can control most items when driving using the Voice Control. Also, you failed to mention the newly released Enhanced Autopilot for $5100 which gives you auto lane change.

@dadsonly7921 2 жыл бұрын

$5100?! what a bargain!

@quintontad5245 2 жыл бұрын

Great review from a tesla fan

@TheElectricMan 2 жыл бұрын

that is amazing

@BigLeafDropper86 2 жыл бұрын

LFP is RWD model only

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

Very happy with the LFP

@maxflight777 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed , I love the flat floor on the MY.

@josephhall1049 2 жыл бұрын

EV SUV at an affordable price? YES PLEASE!!

@row0111 2 жыл бұрын

very affordable, $115k

@rdmz135 2 жыл бұрын

@@row0111 base model tested here is 72k

@michaelallen3918 2 жыл бұрын

What's the expected battery life? And what is the price for replacement battery when it eventually expires?

@craigthacker 2 жыл бұрын

The battery has a warranty of 8 years, 192,000km (see at 15.15)

@michaelmcclown5593 2 жыл бұрын

Hard to say what the cost of something in 8 yrs is going to be.

@sydjaguar 2 жыл бұрын

Battery replacements are rare. Similar to Toyota hybrid batteries which are also very reliable.

@arvindergumar9712 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Toyota Camry Hybrid 2011 and battery is still solid. J B Straubel Tesla founder recently said that these batteries are good for the lifetime of car which could be around 15 years. After some years capacity starts to diminish. With economy of scale prices of batteries would reduce year on year mentioned by Elon and Tony Seba. So, it would be cheaper to change the batteries in the future.

@moestrei 2 жыл бұрын

Australian Model S here 8 years and 330.000km 1st battery and only 12.6% loss of capacity. I'd say it will do 500.000km at least. The rest of the car did very well too....still has the first brake pads. What is the average mileage on an ice car before it gets junked ?

@mikeheffernan Жыл бұрын

Interesting that Sandy Monroe reckons Tesla software is 10 years ahead of the competition.

@kitlai768 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn’t disagree more about the rear 3 qtr. it’s where it looks best. it’s the front that cannot sit right no matter what colour you pick. It’s looks like a dolphin.

@asum307 Жыл бұрын

I always call them frogs.😬

@paulpettitt4679 2 жыл бұрын

Still waiting to see a vid showing the rear seats dropped to see if it’s a flat floor & how much room. You know why. I guess the only way I’m going to find out is if I get my hands on one .

@andylangleynz 2 жыл бұрын

It's completely flat, perfect for a roady. You can buy specialised mattresses for the Y, put it in camp mode and enjoy

@paulpettitt4679 2 жыл бұрын

@@andylangleynz thanks , you just gave me more info than watching the vid. I will try & find the special mattress , thanks , Paul , Melbourne Australia 🌞

@andylangleynz 2 жыл бұрын

Tescamp Certipure or Exped Megamat Duo 10 TXY

@DuzBee Жыл бұрын

6:06 Complains that he doesn’t want to take his eyes off the road to see the Speedo, but then complains that touch screens are bad because they are hard to use while driving - contradictions hahaha.

@peterwakemanfreespeech 2 жыл бұрын

Is the speed 0 to 100kph time a upgrade for $'s?

@carsguide 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, you give them an extra $40k and you get the faster one.

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

Acceleration boost will hopefully be a software upgrade available in the future ! Fingers crossed !

@andylangleynz 2 жыл бұрын

Only on the LR which we don't have yet

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

@@andylangleynz True ! I now understand why RWD's don't get acceleration boost

@toddliu3439 Жыл бұрын

You said the tested car didn’t have noise and rattles like the cars made in China. Did you ever know the one driven by you is made in China. Not only Tesla but also Polestar sold in Australia are all made in China.

@bLuGhOsT_ Жыл бұрын

So this or model 3?

@valentinorossi5328 Жыл бұрын

Do you want a sedan or an 'SUV'? Decide that then ask again.

@KJSvitko Жыл бұрын

The future is electric.

@arvindergumar9712 2 жыл бұрын

“Y… it’s not perfect”. Really? Which car is then?

@donnastapleton7812 2 жыл бұрын

My sister ordered one a couple of months ago and it’s due to arrive next month so only a few months wait

@nathanbradforth3408 2 жыл бұрын

You realise that the model y is only 2.5cm higher than the 3 so it is not the battery making it seem like it rolls more but it doesn't. It is the higher seating which is higher as it has spacers under the seat compared to the 3. It's funny how people are biased towards thing they perceive different but they aren't

@dyemanoz 2 жыл бұрын

I think it's closer to 7 inches taller than 1.

@nathanbradforth3408 2 жыл бұрын

I'm taking about ride hight not the roof hehe. The main weight, the battery which is same on both cars is only 1 inch higher. The roof weight is insignificant at 7 inches higher as the battery is well over 1000lbs and is 1inch higher

@dyemanoz 2 жыл бұрын

@@nathanbradforth3408 Yes agree much is the higher seats (and occupants), as well as the higher roof, and much higher and heavier tailgate. However even one inch higher battery is around 10% higher, plus the Model Y chassis is lighter due to aluminium castings vs welded steel front and rear body.

@dadsonly7921 2 жыл бұрын

The model Y is starting to look a bit dates already! I much prefer some of the more recent EVs released by other manufactures.

@happyhero2881 2 жыл бұрын

The blind spot monitor system should be built on both side mirrors instead on the central display. It should come with HUD as well as the speed display is so tiny

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

That would be a nice addition.

@bananabear009 2 жыл бұрын

Looking at the speedometer at the corner of the big screen wouldn't be the most enjoyable driving experience I would expect, I am sure.

@carsguide 2 жыл бұрын

It's not.

@tarrasacid1612 2 жыл бұрын

It’s totally not an issue. Also you can just set the cruise control. It slows for traffic all by itself.

@bananabear009 2 жыл бұрын

@@tarrasacid1612 That sounds more like a compromise than a solution to me. A normal and functional speedometer is all it takes to make driving far more intuitive and natural.

@matthewwright2820 2 жыл бұрын

I was sceptical, got used to it within a week... muscle memory just kicks in and I regularly drive another 'normal' car too.

@tillsbury2000 2 жыл бұрын

It's a display of an unnecessary number. Tell the car what offset you want from the speed limit and it'll just do that. Who needs to know what speed you're doing?

@zoltrix7779 2 жыл бұрын

Nice title, never driven a perfect car.

@sydjaguar 2 жыл бұрын

The stiff suspension is due the weight of the car. They could have gone for adjustable dampers but the Tesla philosophy is to keep engineering simple.

@amperformance7998 2 жыл бұрын

The EV6 is slighty heavier and has a far more comfortable ride without sacrificing handling. Many SUVs, not just EVs, have too stiff suspension these days.

@stevegordon-hall2732 2 жыл бұрын

You mean cheaper

@RyanCowan 2 жыл бұрын

@sydtesla have you had a chance to test drive it yet?

@omaisz 2 жыл бұрын

Model Y shape looks so weird. it looks like model 3 has a hump in the middle.

@andrewwalker1134 2 жыл бұрын

And as an SUV, how does it go offroad?

@carsguide 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting... how many SUVs do you actually think go "off-road"?

@andrewwalker1134 2 жыл бұрын

@@carsguide Not too many these days!! But I wouldn't buy an SUV that's not 4WD and doesn't go off road.

@StellarJones 2 жыл бұрын

Should be called City-SUV

@brokenSnake 2 жыл бұрын

It's not really a SUV though. It's more like a chubby model 3

@toomuchnoyz Ай бұрын

This is the car i am looking at

@vasil7410 Жыл бұрын

I found the model 3 drives better.

@scarter9447 2 жыл бұрын

Can it tow?

@renemaimann-roland1904 2 жыл бұрын

Come on man, that one was funny 3 years ago! Keep up with technology or you get left behind.

@scarter9447 2 жыл бұрын

@@renemaimann-roland1904 no serious, no one says tow rating in reviews. I would need it to tow a small trailer. Though a solterra looks better now anyway.. ⛽

@martinsmallwood9605 2 жыл бұрын

Model Y in Au is rated for . 1600kg braked 750kg unbraked . Make sure you check out how slowly the Solterra charges compared to other cars before you buy one . If there are actually any available to buy any time soon.

@scarter9447 2 жыл бұрын

@@martinsmallwood9605 Great, thanks. If we're spending a small fortune on a vehicle it has to fulfill all functions. I like the solterra though because of its of road capability too. One more function i want to see in a giant battery is v2h.

@daveamies5031 2 жыл бұрын

You didn't mention the ground clearance, it looks very low to the ground and very shallow entry/exit angles, I don't see the point of buying an SUV if you don't plan to take it off road (I know most of the "SUV"'s in Australia never leave the bitumen). The interesting thing about this review is you seem to imply that the model 3 is the better vehicle every comparison to the 3 the 3 sounded better.

@mattvjmeasures 2 жыл бұрын

I do like Tesla cars but I wonder: isn't all that mucking about with the on-screen buttons a bit dangerously distracting whilst driving, like mobile phone usage ? (Please don't crucify me for asking) I'd be interested to hear drivers' experiences

@andylangleynz 2 жыл бұрын

Just adjust everything using voice command, long press the right hand scroll wheel

@valentinorossi5328 Жыл бұрын

No. I've had ICE cars with a bewildering array of physical buttons. They are no less 'distracting'. At least the Tesla has enough assistance you can look down for a few seconds and the car will keep the lane perfectly, maintain the speed limit & distance from the car in front, also slow down, stop and take off with traffic etc. Or use one of the many voice commands.

@brokenSnake 2 жыл бұрын

I'll stick to my model S

@jackydchemist Жыл бұрын

Right now one of the biggest issue for me (along with a long list of just minor niggles everyone is saying I'll get used to) is the lack of Android auto because I use certain apps for navigation tied to my schedule, weather, audiobooks and podcasts… That being said, given not much good choices in the market, I'm still leaning tesla

@row0111 2 жыл бұрын

$115,000 for the performance version, how could this be the best selling car in AU? Didn't know the average income was 200k a year! LOL PS: Model S owner since 2015.

@amperformance7998 2 жыл бұрын

I think he meant "best selling EV"

@saauuzza 2 жыл бұрын

Well how much did your model s cost you in 2015? 200k? So yeah 100k is cheap in comparison.

@dadsonly7921 2 жыл бұрын

@@amperformance7998 Even so there are better and cheaper options on and coming to the australian market.

@500846 Жыл бұрын

Standard range model Y will likely be the best selling vehicle in Australia next year.

@saauuzza Жыл бұрын

@@500846 that title will go to ford ranger.

@moestrei 2 жыл бұрын

It's not perfect....but pretty dam close!

@digitaldreamer8637 Жыл бұрын

Tesla will be the SECOND electric car people buy. Everyone will go down the mainstream brand route. Get burned by the poor charging experience, lack of infrastructure, poor battery longevity etc. Then head over to Tesla. It’s just a matter of time. Also, What a car looks like will not matter when it’s battery only lasts 3 years and a Tesla lasts 10 years. 😉 This is a paradigm shift.

@sa34w Жыл бұрын

Tesla can be a car for a life time considering you only need a battery replacement

@mmcin719 2 жыл бұрын

l could not live with the central pad thingy and it looks like a cane toad and would suffer from range anxiety, as rural dwellers we do lots of long distance driving and own a Rav4 hybrid which suits us perfectly and cost $20,000 less.

@pkerry12 Жыл бұрын

get a model 3

@DesignVisStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Nice white dash to blast the aussie sun directly into the retinas

@valentinorossi5328 Жыл бұрын

It's not white it's wood veneer. Just poor quality video.

@DesignVisStudios Жыл бұрын

@@valentinorossi5328 It's not a matt black, so it's a fail

@Karl-Benny Жыл бұрын

Id prefer the Polestar 2

@tldrinfographics5769 2 жыл бұрын

I test drove it It’s slow off the line

@Omega-km8jh 2 жыл бұрын

The Test Drive ones are locked into "Chill Mode" to prevent abuse, you did not feel its true power.

@tldrinfographics5769 2 жыл бұрын

@@Omega-km8jh no way, I tested Model 3 LR back to back and that wasn’t locked

@Omega-km8jh 2 жыл бұрын

@@tldrinfographics5769 I test drove it and even asked the staff to take it off "Chill Mode", they said it must remain on during test drive, same experience with my Model 3 test drive last year.

@tldrinfographics5769 2 жыл бұрын

@@Omega-km8jh How can customers get an actual test drive experience of Tesla then?

@mitchellbarnow1709 2 жыл бұрын

@@tldrinfographics5769 You have to rent one or drive a friend’s Tesla.

@pkerry12 Жыл бұрын

i don't understand why?? the model 3 is so much better. people are weird.

@nikolasb2933 2 жыл бұрын

The styling is certainly a bit model bland.

@amperformance7998 2 жыл бұрын

I don't care for the styling either. It wasn't designed to look good, it was designed to be aerodynamic and easy to manufacture.

@williamdeoradesilva9444 Жыл бұрын

There's only one car to buy - that's a Tesla!

@leecox7814 Жыл бұрын

Can we stop calling the interior leather? It's vegan leather which is actually vinyl. Don't be fooled by marketing. It's just vinyl.

@thorkarlsen4559 2 жыл бұрын

Let’s hope this one doesn’t come with emissive batteries, lol

@BucNasty32 2 жыл бұрын

I highly doubt it will be the highest selling car as you suggested as it’s so expensive and the fact it starts at 70k already takes away a huge segment of the consumer base. Love the tech but boy it’s bloody ugly lol.

@chiliphil64 2 жыл бұрын

The vegan leather is plastic. Why not say it. It is not leather. Just like pressed meat is not ham.

@c3vzn 2 жыл бұрын

I don't understand what happened to Tesla design after the Model S. It looked so promising and then they either gave up completely (3 & Y), screwed up the proportions (X) or lost their mind (Cybertruck).

@c3vzn 2 жыл бұрын

Those are some of the worst alloy wheel designs I've ever seen. It reminds me of the hubcaps on the Series 1 AU Falcon.

@dyemanoz 2 жыл бұрын

What you see IS hubcaps (there are alloys underneath). All for efficiency. Seems quite a few people spray them..

@Rollaroundtap 2 жыл бұрын

Poor review on a Tesla again Carsguide! False info about the white interior, I have the white and have kids and also have friends with the black seats, the white is much more hard wearing then the black, also the wood trim is actually plastic, where’s the white trim is metal, also the FSD is an appreciating asset, it will be solved and legal in Australia within 3 years, as for useing screen on the move I agree but you didn’t mention it has one of the best voice Systems on the market so that’s irrelevant, also seen many German reviews driving Y on the auto barn and it handles better then 3 at high speeds as it’s a two piece giga cast, for a better review check out car expert Paul reviews way better. Speed on screen is something you Get used to very Quick. And your almost right about it being Australia’s best selling EV, it will be the worlds best selling car over the next 3 years over taking the Toyota Corolla. Get that round your mince pies.

@carsguide 2 жыл бұрын

Finished publicly justifying your purchase? Cool.

@Rollaroundtap 2 жыл бұрын

@@carsguide or just doing your job Properly?

@Tesla_NZ 2 жыл бұрын

@@Rollaroundtap Traditional car brands have HUGE budget for PR, Tesla doesn't do that. Auto medias cannot afford to ignore Tesla. I say no more.

@billgates3452 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to tell you Adam I think most people share similar views about this model as cars guide. Personally for me this model Y (Y would you buy this) is ugly as sin and I cringe everytime I see one. Sure it’s got a good electric driveline but I can think of so many better options. (Pretty much anything else above $35k)

@Rollaroundtap 2 жыл бұрын

@@billgates3452 short like your daddy ?🫃🏻

@coopdivi 2 жыл бұрын

Just a minor but (to me) irritating point, Tom: the correct pronunciation of kilometres is KILO/metres, not kil/OM/etres. You don't say kil/OG/rams, do you -- you say KILO/grams.

@Malc664 2 жыл бұрын

I find it boring as a design inside and out. Needs buttons and instruments in front of you. At least give it an HUD. Need the screen to open the glovebox. No.

@Rollaroundtap 2 жыл бұрын

Glovebox is like that so it can be locked.

@Malc664 2 жыл бұрын

@@Rollaroundtap Ok, but I can lock the glove box on my Triton if neccasary with a key. A simple thing like accessing a glovebox just got complicated. You need power, plus to find the menu for it. I'm old fashioned maybe.

@Rollaroundtap 2 жыл бұрын

@@Malc664 bit stronger then an old fashioned lock glovebox, I never use menue all Tesla stuff I use voice, any car screen on the move is bad I reckon. Glad the voice is so good, I just say my arse is cold and on goes the seat heater’s.

@peterhess6039 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect car for all the people who voted Teal

@SS-yr3ij 2 жыл бұрын

Then I guess it will be have good demand and is the future....

@peterhess6039 2 жыл бұрын

@@SS-yr3ij yes that’s right haha They are all the ex-liberal voters that were too scared to vote labor ? Lol

@vsboy2577 2 жыл бұрын

That is a 🥚

@georgejoseph3663 2 жыл бұрын

Jeez that’s one the worst review I have seen. Where does he collects his data or information from? Totally wrong and poor reflection on real world driving experience. It’s like he collated data from USA and just laying out. And comparing ergonomics with RAV4, what’s that about? Lol