1 Year Worth of Changes to the Tesla Model S!

[@toddr.lockwood843]

Another change that has occurred somewhat recently on the Model S is that the supplier of the steering rack has changed. As a result, the steering feel has improved noticeably. There is better road feel, and the steering wheel centers itself with a bit more authority. The loss of the dead pedal is a real head-scratcher, especially if you live in an area where salt is used on the roads in the winter. Keeping that area clean will be a real challenge. Tesla's winter floor mats were recently redesigned, but the newer version still does not completely cover the carpeted footrest. Incidentally, the "Æ" in your channel name makes tricky to search for your channel.

[@vdivanov]

The flat buttons on the steering wheel used to be two separate pieces, now they are one piece that rocks up or down depending on which button is pressed. The buttons feel more solid.

[@JamesWoodTN]

I like the executive rear seat

[@ColeBender]

It's awesome but you can't fold down the rear seats if you opt for that.

[@InSaN3ViSioN]

Only bums sit in the rear seat.

[@RootBeerGMT]

Very few with that configuration apparently.

[@user-oc6gb6cv6y]

@@InSaN3ViSioN What if your a kid

[@amirwarsanah9191]

The cool thing about tesla's vertical integation manufacturing is that, any changes can be done so quick without the hassle of bureaucracy (well, maybe some, but not to the extent of regular sub-out contracts)

[@SebTsch]

My Tesla Model S is different in the sense that it is invisible! (I don't have one.) :(

[@Dev_Akaya]

SebTsch Same with my tesla x :(

[@SebTsch]

*hugs*

[@EVPaddy]

same for me, but my panel gaps are great at least.

[@Free_Krazy]

SebTsch join the club mang......

[@Sharma-xw6ml]

Same with my Tesla roadster 2.0

[@KK-ts1pm]

Check out the different brake calipers on the new builds!

[@manoman0]

1:36 - is that just the sun or does Tesla really fit a bright LED under the passenger head rest??

[@123rkss]

sun. looked kinda cool tho. not sure what functionality it would have to fit a bounce light there

[@VSS1]

How about some better soundproofing?

[@RubenKelevra]

They started in 2017 to include a dumping inside the wheels, this decreased the tire-noise a lot. :)

[@VSS1]

Ruben Kelevra I've been in a late 2017 and I have to say I was surprised at the level of tyre and road noise.

[@slavko321]

Actually for a car in that price range you'd expect not to hear the plebs outside the car. They should work on that.

[@VSS1]

Slavko Glamočanin Agreed a luxury car is about isolation. I'm hoping they will get there will the next version.

[@neofaktion]

They have to also consider weight saving.

[@zshadows]

I'm amazed at all the ways a Tesla Model S doesn't compare to your standard car in disappointing ways. Even my 20 year old BMW has adjustable seat belts, adjustable head rests, vanity mirror lights, coat hooks, a rear seat arm rest, color coordinated lower trim, etc. It's a lot of minor things, but it adds up. Though I support what Tesla is doing, it lends the sense of a car built as cheaply to focus on "gimmicks" rather than a true luxury vehicle.

[@RootBeerGMT]

zshadows A 20 year old bmw-is a scary thing to own.

[@ShawnSonnentag]

Excellent video and comparison, thanks! I also have a Dec 2017 build with zero fit and finish issues.

[@bigted3184]

Have you seen the dash cam by cozen produced here in europe no trailing lead and fits in front of the rear view mirror it takes its power from the mirror power

[@mazshaun8128]

Hi, could you do a real update now what the Tesla Model S changes are now nearing last quarter of 2018? Thanks

[@one-of-us9939]

Very well done. Except... I ordered a S P100D that was new stock because it was exactly what I would have web page designed. It cost less, but was made 1 week earlier 12/14/16. I have all the bells and whistles except for the leather by the door handles. I am so happy, depreciation has not happened to me. The car is faster yet safer than anything else. My car continues to evolve with software updates. It may be of less dollar value than when she was purchased... but, I getta keep all those miles of smiles. Especially the ones that come 1/4 mile at a time. You could put a price on those smiles but it would certainly be more than the cost of depreciation. Plus, I get a lot of my power for free from all the superchargers, for instance... Vegas and back to northern Michigan cost me $0 in fuel. I love my car... period.

[@nolanboyer6883]

There are more than straight roads.

[@firmanyaman5295]

one-of-us i

[@vijeetsharma2507]

Congrats. Your luck you have the chance to own a Tesla. So enjoy it and drive safely

[@stan1296]

Cool dude i really want a tesla one day

[@joshuahuang07]

does urs have the new AP cameras?

[@micmag2375]

Cool video! The deposit also seems to have gone up recently here in Australia. I really believe Tesla never added coat hooks or grab handles to the S to keep the interior looking minimalist and stylish. Same goes for how you could always hide the drink holders by sliding the arm rests. The original Model S yacht floor looked beautiful although it wasn't very functional, it was different to everything else on the market and showed off the fact that there was no transmission tunnel.

[@ryanltaylor3]

Model S has lighted vanity mirror now. Took delivery today on one and its there.

[@bertfukuda559]

Well done as usual. I really like the new re-design of the back seats.

[@leesweet9]

Excellent timeline of S changes.... main change for the X was also the Premium pack, which is now the only non-software option for the X. I'm sure it makes assembly for them much easier! (Well, seats, wheels, color... but I meant technical 'options'. :) )

[@TurreTuntematon]

No. The reason middle seat is higher is simply because then your shoulders are higher above the ones on the side and it does not feel so cramped.

[@jeffreyfeiner251]

Just picked my my 3rd Model S since they’ve come out. Air suspension is now standard. Next week I get my Model 3. Wasn’t expecting to have two Tesla’s at once but my reservation just happened to activate now. I’ll be able to make some good comparisons.

[@geoffreywelsby7434]

Could you please tell me what colour is the middle car. I just love it...

[@vJuLily]

I am in love with that one too..so unique, its beautiful! Wonder if thats a separate paint job.

[@ferrannb]

Don’t know if it is a difference between S and X or just for european market but my early 2018 Model X has still a white color in front of driver’s and copilot seats. Central console has a black wood finish as the rest of the car. Top part of the dashboard is no longer alcantara but leather. So pretty much as your S late 2017 but changing black for white in the dashboard.

[@bruceleekane4571]

I just upgraded my pre facelift MS 2016 back seat to the new 2017 style 👍

[@aidanapword]

The extra bolsters on the outside seats makes using child seats significantly harder ... a wider child seat still fits fine (even with someone in the middle) BUT because it is pushed a few inches further to the centre of the car which is really annoying when it comes to clicking the seatbelt into the latch. A wider childseat will mean you have to pull the child seat a few inches further towards the front of the car until the belt is latched and then they slide back in fine.

[@JRCarReviews]

Tesla needs to improve many things on model s. Shame they removed Alcantara dash.

[@robertweiss1681]

The single motor is no longer available, in additional to the grey interior. These cars are somewhat in demand with the 85 kwh battery.

[@igo580]

Yours is better than older and this one now;)

[@Miniedom]

Love the Lexus ad before the Tesla video

[@TeslaInventory]

lol! Thanks Lexus....

[@michaelrosenbaum9649]

MY dad's september Model S had matching dash and interior colors, and center storage matches, along with the new rear bench

[@usasupra23]

Can anyone tell me the differences between the 2017 and 2018 Mode S? I am buying one in 2 weeks and want to know what the changes are or the build dates to identify them. Thank you !!

[@VS-de5gu]

Great vlogs. All Model S builds after July ‘17 have standard adaptive led headlights (previously part of PUP), and smart suspension is standard as well.

[@cadman10000]

The new Cream interior color that replaced the old Tan color not only has the light colored lower dash panels like the older cars, it has a cream colored center console and cream carpet.

[@Anisarkis2]

How is the speed of the interface on the touchscreen? Any difference in web browsing speed between AP2 and AP2.5? Have you guys tried comparing it to the AP1 interface? I have a apr 2016 MS and the interface can be quite slow.

[@lukewarm1740]

A standard option is not an option, its standard.

[@AOTanoos22]

A standart option, is an option, because its your option weather you want the standard equipment or optional equipment.

[@RubenKelevra]

Well, I guess it means it's now standard, but was previosly an option which was optional. :)

[@aigarius]

I do prefer the model year and LCI approach to model changes - gather a bunch of changes and have them happen on a model year basis, so that people have a cleared overview what set of features exactly they will be getting when buying a car - either new or used.

[@izybit]

Tesla is able to fix and perfect a lot of stuff by not sticking to model years. To be honest, model year is only usefull if you want to sell the car as when buying it you know exactly what's being offered.

[@aigarius]

Fix is a fix and a new or significantly changed feature is something else. All car manufacturers do fixes on their lines as bugs are found.

[@JohnnyZenith]

Where do you get the money to each buy a Tesla?

[@usasupra23]

I'm shopping now for a 2017 Ludacris Model S and want to know which month of the build should I be looking for? Do I want 3/2017 and newer only? I see a lot of 2017 models made prior to March only thus far.

[@usasupra23]

Hopefully somebody can tell me all the changes in 2017, I want the glass or pano roof, carbon interior, sub zero, hepa, hifi and maybe that hi power charger?

[@raffy6767]

Hello I’m thinking of buying a used 2016 tesla model s . Would a Tesla model s from 2016 be able to have the latest software updates ?

[@ictpilot]

Do any of them have biohazard mode? You should see the video Tesla put out when they were testing it. Very impressive!

[@MercedesAMGsRULE]

Really interesting. The other difference is the 0-60 times. Both s and X cars ordered October last year dot get the software update for the extra speed on the non performance modes.

[@lexiconthx1]

Just took delivery of mine in November and didn't realize all these changes they made in the last year... Thought the alcantera dash was a upgrade and that was why I didn't have it... Just a FYI the smart air suspension is standard you don't need the premium package to get it now. Thanks for another awesome video though you guys always bring great stuff. One more thing I noticed is my car has the plastic inside the door handle and not the Alcantera. I don't have the premium package so wonder if it is part of that or something just recently added. My car has a build date of September 2017.

[@PrinceNickolas]

If you find anymore changes please show us. Are there any differences with the autopilot as of yet? Is similar to when you got your 2.0 car and the autopilot wasn't really all that functional?

[@jtcintl4373]

No exterior changes since 2012?

[@hobokiller142]

My arrives feb 2018 can’t wait to see if any changes

[@marioh730]

I love your videos!! very detailed :)

[@Mr_consuela]

Fog lights trim has changed too

[@123rkss]

pretty small changes, i do think a big overhaul is long due in model S. probably next year after the 3 takes off

[@jackdup]

Nice video, thanks! Scott's air suspension was included standard though - not part of the premium upgrade package as described...

[@usasupra23]

I’d like to know all the model year changes year to year please??

[@mrclammy8287]

Hard to follow sometimes with you referring to names then car names. Should have kept the comparison to solely the year of the car

[@lant7]

Used to have that black oval shape in the front

[@treborg777]

The reason the lower dash trim is dark grey instead of seat (white) color is likely due to the top edge of the white lower trim causing

[@treborg777]

A distracting reflection in the line of sight to the driver side mirror on a reasonably sunny day. I have an MX with the white interior, and I’ve complained about the reflection. I’ve put adhesive-backed black felt on the top edge of the driver-side lower dash trim to mitigate the reflection.

[@paulchen508]

Would really like to see a video like this one with the long range/performance Model S

[@elnarsafar8903]

I love Tesla so much, but back seat is so uncomfortable it’s horrible, I wish Tesla will fix that problem what comes to comfort overall

[@Dalisu87]

Even my vw polo tsi has lights on the vanity mirror, come on Tesla!

[@mskiby]

Do you know if your autopilot HW 1.0 will get the 9.0 update?

[@ilhambuono5451]

How about Battery density?

[@raine2005]

Love the video. I'm still waiting to buy my S as I feel it's on the verge of getting significant updates. Don't see how they can sell a Model S when the 3 has better tech. Model S needs the 2170 cells, the keyless entry and the updated infotainment cpu

[@evgenyzak2035]

Model S is a bigger car, they don't really compete.

[@joecleveland6525]

Model S is only a foot longer, and the model 3 has plenty of room anyways. The ratio of what you pay to what you get is much better with the model 3 right now.

[@Pus1]

Yeah, i would also wait.

[@joseacosta3245]

The Model S looks better.

[@ChrisPrefect]

Does the December 2017 model have the premium upgrades? If not, maybe that is why the lower dash covers are not in the color of the seats and the alcantara is missing from the upper dash?

[@fiftyoneindustries2]

Thoughts on a possible S&X update soon?

[@TeslaInventory]

Maybe. I honestly don't know. But I can say when it hits, I'm going to be broke.... Lol

[@fiftyoneindustries2]

Eh! It’s got to happen soon. Seriously now they are coming out of contract for 18650 cells it only makes sense to switch to 2170’s for a start. Then refresh the body & interior. That all said.... they are still YEARS ahead of any competition. Years

[@aiwseman80]

Air suspension is not a part of prem up pkg. It just comes standard with all models now

[@akcezz2011]

a wiseman it was before it was its own option

[@BB8706]

Excellent video and comparison, thanks you guys.

[@jeffreythurnau6796]

For older people, it would be nice if Tesla added passenger assist handles above the doors.

[@seattimetv]

Extremely useful, my October 2016 Model X had some minor issues but other than that it’s been great!

[@myloandadaminjapan]

Is that green Tesla a vinyl wrap?

[@cytrynowy_melon6604]

Yes

[@vinnybruce2874]

I test driven the Tesla Model X today and it's really

[@jpwagemakers]

What are the vin numbers of these cars? BTW it is not the air suspension in the premium package but it’s the HEPA and Bio Defence that is included.

[@CaferKorkmaz]

can you make the same video for model 3?

[@mapowing]

Sad that executive seats still not a standard or at least provide a fold down rear center console :(

[@FurEngel]

I love these types of videos. But one thing, I have a Nov 2016 S90D and my headrest does adjust! Weird huh?

[@adriandreams]

I don't own one but from the S's I've seen out there I've seen different front headlights. Did you notice this change during this year? Thanks for your video.

[@RafiqDhanji]

Rear seat cupholders? Was that included in the Dec 2016 model?

[@a_pav]

3:30 The Tesla 'T' on the steering wheel got quite a bit smaller from the Dec 2016 and Dec 2017, probably to make it look bigger

[@alainho]

I took delivery Jan 2017 and a few changes that I didn't see in your review. I ordered with Premium Leather seats with the Premium Package and they upgraded my seats to ventilated ones which previously were only available on the P models. This was a very delightful "bonus" as I live in SoCal and ventilated leather seats in the summer are much appreciated. I also heard that in the new premium package you get the upgraded speakers which were a separate options before. I wasn't impressed by them so I skipped on the upgrade during my order hoping to eventually add the Light Harmonics package. Great side by side review though and I love the custom paint/wrap job you did. Where did you get that done and how much was it?

[@myfrom]

Sad that they changes the colour/material of the dashboard to black leather from matching you interior + alcantara 🙁

[@TeslaInventory]

agree. I really liked the alcantara on the dash board.

[@knifeyonline]

So good to see one of your videos come up in my feed. I thought this was a ben sullins video at first and was getting ready to click on something else. What a nice surprise :)

[@peasoup251]

good job.. thank you Eric

[@MercedesAMGsRULE]

I think the new S rear seats are so much better. Feel like proper seats rather than just a bench. I do think it’s a shame to lose the alcantara dash and the matching dash leather with white seats though. Can’t believe s has no door pockets or illuminated mirrors! Otherwise amazing cars! Love them all!!! Have you noticed any difference with tire noise? Have they installed any sound proofing to further deaden tire noise?

[@LarsRR]

If you get a hand on the latest version (February/ March 2018) with the lit vanity mirrors, the new MCU, the better connectivity (and maybe more?) would be great to see this video be redone. Also, if you get a hand on the new MCU, i would love to learn a thing or two whether it is actually a better screen (reduction, refreshrate, brightness) or „just“ a different CPU

[@vasylroshko723]

One question. In case to buy CPO Tesla would you (or who) send it to Europe?

[@JKNProductions]

It would be cool if you look back at your videos and see difference in software

[@Assassin1959]

All 3 cars S-models... anything wrong with the model 3... to small ?

[@TeslaInventory]

These were all purchased before Model 3 deliveries. I have a bunch of recent Model 3 videos on my channel now though.

[@DarcersTech]

Tesla urgently needs to fix the rear seat comfort. The seats themselves are good enough, but the battery pack in the floor makes sitting in them on a road trip uncomfortable (knees round your ears). I like how Lucid has mentioned that the battery pack in the Air is sculpted to offer deeper foot wells in the rear.

[@KevinLuWX]

They improved this problem in the 2018 Model S.

[@jillbrowne8953]

Love your paint job. What can you tell me about it?

[@arnabbiswas2907]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@apanizo2]

The new rear seat bench is inspired by new airplane seats. Staggered for more elbow room

[@JozifStorm]

2:56 he is like. "Wow. The roof is glass."😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲

[@evanrain1166]

Mom said she would own a Model X if we lived in the city, but half of the charge is taken just getting to the city and back so it's not really a possibility for us

[@vJuLily]

Can you tell us how did you get that green color for your model S? Really love it! Thats definitely my dream car!

[@briananthony4044]

A wrap is used, can be easily removed if required. Cost him $5500 though.

[@christianmuller4027]

Daerik... nice video. The inventory looks not bad in the new model s. I miss the alcantara on the cockpit The 4 seater is available in the USA? How about the battery? They changed something? I heard something about a new battery type. Greetings from Germany. Chris

[@CTeves97]

I don’t care for my tesla I have the gas version you know the one from 2003 the focus hatchback zx5? No bells and whistles but after 140k miles still goes.. so thats good

[@jbc5877]

I'm really enjoying watching this as it very insightful for future planning of a possible Model S as a daily one day while keeping my fun car. Side note you're quite attractive. Other side note 6:14, you said gidgets lol, I like that even though it probably wasn't intentional so now a new word to describe things.

[@pattilacey8450]

Great comparisons!

[@Th3Vik1ng]

Chrome trim @7:41 is till off...

[@albertozorzi3342]

I'm a big Tesla fan but 1. It's not ok for cars that are delivered only few months apart to have so many differences. At least make different model years and announce them, it's not ok that I see a friend's car that is 5 months old, order mine with the same specs and get a different product. 2. Build quality. It's not acceptable for a 80+k dollar car to have build issues with so frequently. 1 out of 3 is still too much. And I get that Tesla will fix the problem, but having to return the car you just received to get it fixed it's not pleasant

[@xnessayx]

Alberto Zorzi I love Tesla but it is straight up a hot mess atm 😂 no consistency and poor quality control.

[@daniellantos26]

in Europe Mercedes porche and Audi will screw tesla big time. If I pay that amount of money I might as well go for an electric Mercedes

[@abeenr2]

@@daniellantos26 electric Mercedes? yh well if they had one ppl will buy it but they dont.

[@danmatt44]

I strongly disagree with the first point. First, holding features back to a per year release would only serve to slow down progress. The constant upgrades allows for the technology to be out and on the road (and tested) far more often resulting in super fast technological evolution. A per year basis would only slow it down. 2nd, the constant upgrades gives tesla a HUGE competitive advantage and makes them far more current than competitors if you ask me. Just because youre jealous that someones newer tesla is better doesnt mean that they should slow down progress and produced shittier outdated cars when they have the tech to improve it.

[@a.thales7641]

I am even more interested how much the Model S will change until 2019.

[@alexleung7219]

what color is your car ? i love it

[@WisamAlRawi]

Great video. Thanks!👌

[@HAMZEHAWADALLAH]

so buying 2016 same 2017 ? because i didn't find very big change ? !

[@oscarmonroy6337]

My biggest concern is that in Los Angeles the roads are so bad, that I have grown to believe that if this Tesla hovered over the road, it would be a better investment. In Los Angeles, i am concerned that the holes in the roads would damage the vehicle. Also there is so much debris kicking up from the roads and falling off trucks that it would chip the windshields, and also chip the paint, and damage the glass roof. It does not seem like a good investment due to the horrible road conditions. Also people drive horribly in Los Angeles. People literally stare at their phones while running through stop signs, stop lights, and it has become a hot mess with accidents every day. The worst part is rideshare drivers completely ignoring all traffic rules and causing accidents. Why would anyone in Los Angeles invest their hard earned money on such a beautiful computerized machine?

[@TeslaPrincess]

Great video! Thanks for the awesome comparison :)