2021 Tesla Model Y | Forget the 3, BUY the Y [In-Depth Review]

[@peacemaker9695]

I bought my model X in 2017 and now have 100k+ miles and I still am in awe of the handling and acceleration. For me it never gets old.

[@maxflight777]

Reassuring to read your post. Best wishes. I have a MY LR on order, but I’m anxious that I’ll miss my BMW X5 …

[@sfiv1987]

Loads of issues with the 2017 model x including the bad battery mileage

[@YapiVlogs]

Im curious how is you car now? Im planning on getting one.

[@narnell]

FYI, there is actually a head rest for the middle back seat. It's just "hidden" in the seat and you just have to press it up.

[@thomas8421]

I've had my model y performance for more than a year now and I still get excited everytime I drive it

[@liamaldwinckle1551]

My dad has the long range version. We have had it about a year and I love it.

[@goutfromfriedokra7099]

@@liamaldwinckle1551 any negatives to the Y?

[@goutfromfriedokra7099]

any downsides to the Y?

[@liamaldwinckle1551]

@@goutfromfriedokra7099 not really. The only thing and I think you get this with all Tesla’s is that some parts of the interior seem a little cheap. Most of the price is in the tech and batteries I think. But I don’t really have any problems with it.

[@erikkalifornia5182]

Been driving my model y performance for a month now... It's unbelievable.

[@johannesdolch]

Love that every reviewer specifically mentions that there is no rear middle headrest, despite it being incorrect and you can even clearly see it in this video. (10:52) Tesla did too good of a job hiding that thing, lol.

[@jasonhatfield4747]

Having owned both a Model 3 and a Model Y, I definitely feel that the Y is a more functional, everyday usable car, especially if you have a family or need to haul things frequently. The Model 3 however is a better performing car, especially with handling. It's like driving a little race car and can be driven very aggressively if desired. The Model Y is a bit more clumsy and definitely doesn't handle as well. But, it's still a blast to drive.

[@marvinisrael1671]

@David Amendola I'm not an automotive engineer, so I can't answer your question, but I can affirm the truth of Jason's statement. I test drove both models. The Model 3 was exciting and handled even a little better than my BMW M Coupe. The Model Y just did not feel sporty. I have no need for an SUV, not having to haul around a bunch of brats.

[@vincehicks3305]

I wish the model 3 was available as a hatchback. I feel like it would be the perfect mix of functionality and handling.

[@Nickles4]

How’s the sound system in both of them. Which one sounds better.

[@ChristianRunsNY]

@David Amendola The weight sits higher though in the Model Y. It's like if you put wide tires on a Jeep Wrangler, it's still not going to turn well at high speed and could just roll over because it is so top heavy lol

[@Jakupdam]

@@Nickles4 Tried the sound system in model 3, and it was awesome!

[@andyharris3084]

This is the best review of the Model Y I've come across so far. I especially enjoyed the detailed overview of the current functionality. Only wets my appetite more for a Y!!!

[@ArmageddonIsHere]

"Whets", not wets.

[@andyharris3084]

@@ArmageddonIsHere indeed.

[@ArmageddonIsHere]

@@andyharris3084 😁

[@ACCELER8TV]

Tesla Model Y or Model 3? Long Range or Performance, what do you want? *Correction our USD price displayed in the video is supposed to be $53,990.00

[@joecool9739]

Mustang Mach E and Polestar 2

[@jamsxr]

@@joecool9739 neither of those cars are what you want

[@codylanelife]

I have my Model Y LR on pre order for October! SAME color as this one!

[@joshuavoss1387]

Cybertruck dual motor FSD on order. I would have gotten the model Y a long time ago if it could fit all my kids; unfortunately a 7 seater is too small to replace my family vehicle. Luckily my vehicle doesn’t have to fit everyone and the truck is more functional which is how I made my decision.

[@paksitgyud9162]

Model y looks weird to me. I prefer the model 3..

[@davidjs97_]

First time watching your video and I'm impressed on your review style. You get straight to the point, you voice is crisp and clear and I like how you're never standing still

[@TedKidd]

I have both. 3 is more fun to drive, y is incredibly versatile, both are amazing

[@peterliljequist6089]

The rear middle seat has a head rest. You have to extend it. I own a 2021 Y

[@tommybahamax]

Probably one of the best Y reviews i have seen yet, keep up the good vids!

[@xrayaiz74]

Thanks for the video. I'm planning on a Model Y as my next vehicle. My current ICE vehicle is 15 years old. It's served me well...but, it's time elevate my driving experience. I have an even better expectation of the vehicle's capabilities and driving experience now. I think one of the greatest testimonies for Tesla products, in regards to the cars, is the fact that Tesla does not do traditional media advertising--simply 'word of mouth' to recommend the vehicles to others. Thanks for the review and honest overview of the Model Y in comparison with the Model 3 and other ICE vehicles in general.

[@samheron4013]

The sunroof does not block all the heat. It gets extremely hot when the sun is out. You feel the heat bearing down on your head and even with air conditioning high, it gets VERY hot. I recommend getting added layer of tint and/or a sunroof shade that you can find online. Last time it was 90 degrees out and sunny I almost burned my hand on the sunroof (from the inside).

[@richardkule9384]

Glass above your head where you rarely look, and tiny back window where you frequently look.

[@VigneshDhakshinamoorthy]

That's very sad. It gets up-to 110F in some states during summer.

[@davejohnson6144]

Seems like major flaw in the design

[@tarekhaddadofficial]

I just the way you reacted to the speed. I love it

[@rosettedsouza7265]

Excellent review again Mike, nobody does the complete detail like you do. When we drove the Mach e, we had no intro to it from the dealership locally here, had to try and figure it out during my test drive, then we saw your Mach e review and it then made sense........Bob and Rosette BC

[@bac3phi]

This is the best model Y review in every way. No other KZbinr can even come close. Tesla should pay you for this :)

[@robc7563]

What a remarkable job you did with this review! I believe it is the best I have seen. I am a new owner of the model Y, and I appreciated your videos so much. Thank you for doing such a great job!

[@ACCELER8TV]

Wow, thanks you very much!

[@samuelwalkertaliaferroviii8514]

Im about to order my model Y long range. Super excited!!

[@kabysummit5801]

Detailed review. Trunk length width with back seats down. Heated rear seats, 3 sectional nonetheless. Copius rear feet room. Thinly packaged battery pack. Advanced room temperature controls. Driving experience... Suspension, weight shift, handling, instant speed, so good. Jo mode. These are appreciated details. Thank you for the great review.

[@phoenixhoang8005]

FYI, can confirm we got the new headlights in Canada for as of May 2021 production Model Y

[@yoyomo777]

Very informative. Much more so than others Tesla reviews and I’ve see them all.

[@esiomrenaud2429]

From Paris, a big thank you for this very complete review of probably my next Tesla (I have a 2017 lease MODEL S right now). You perfectly described the awesome pleasure of driving a such advanced car. And your enthousiasm is mine each time I take the occasion of driving my 75 DUAL MODEL S either for short or long trips around France !

[@robp3431]

Color looks amazing under that lighting ! Detailed and clean of course helps.....

[@mycraftathome1]

Stumbled upon this after watching a ton of reviews not sure why this isn’t at the top of search but man this review is the best I’ve seen PERIOD. Subscribed. Great job keep the format and editing great work

[@dorull83]

Even though i seen a lot of model y reviews, this is the best one I've seen.

[@gauravgoyal5177]

best model y review on youtube. Thank you for making this review!

[@devincutting3198]

I'm still a big fan of the Y over the 3. There are just two small things I wish Tesla would change for this model, it would be to incorporate the Yoke instead of a full circular wheel as well as add the smaller display behind just like on the S. My wife and I have our white Y performance on order, cannot wait for its delivery date!

[@BoyanDobrev]

Hi Devin, you probably have your Model Y for a while now. How's it going? Did you wish you'd ordered a different version, outside colour or interior?

[@alexprocel91]

Hands down best Model Y review on here

[@joeymesa4952]

That intro was 🔥, the camera shots, the music 👌🏼

[@martyottaway9026]

There actually IS a headrest in the back -centre seat.

[@a.d.glennison]

Just curious. Why didn’t he see it?

[@ABM__974]

@@a.d.glennison because it is hidden, you have to pull it up

[@MaxS9000]

@@ABM__974 what is the point in that.

[@ABM__974]

@@MaxS9000 so it doesn’t obstruct the view of the rear view mirror when it’s not in use

[@MaxS9000]

@@ABM__974 I just watched a video of the 7 seater, didn't know their was one oops. The centre headrest is very well hidden, I'm not surprises he missed it. If you have the seven seater it's more obvious, because the third row is the same as the second row centre seat i.e Hidden headrest.

[@taylortunstill1804]

Best Tesla review I’ve seen!

[@thydevdom]

Such a relaxing review.

[@ACCELER8TV]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@danchatka8613]

I like the Model Y for most of the same reasons you do. The things I dislike are: 1) the front bumper area is not sleek/beautiful; 2) lack of visibility out the back window. These are a small price to pay for all the things I do like. I would never buy a Model 3, because I can't load my bicycle into the back (without a lot of hassle). Hatchback's are so much more easy and practical for everyday life.

[@gurya]

Great review thanks. Waiting for the model Y to come to Australia to buy it. Definitely need the higher seating position so my elderly parents can easily get in and out

[@Amir-ie2yz]

What a great detailed review. I’m in the market for a Y as my daily driver so this video answers a lot of my questions. Thank you and great work !

[@cairowaters]

This was such a great video! I wanted a model 3 but I want a SUV so I decided to switch to a model Y and I found your video! It’s the exact color I want too 🥰 thank you for this review. It made my choice easy

[@WizLovesCars]

you getting the performance? 👀

[@cairowaters]

@@WizLovesCars Nope long range

[@WizLovesCars]

@@cairowaters 👌🏾👌🏾

[@yendang8631]

What color is this one?

[@franzplagens3277]

@@yendang8631 Did you watch the video, or did you go straight to the comments, lol? It shows the color in the video.

[@dathyr1]

Well it is now August 2023. Did allot of research on EV vehicles and made my decision. I now have the 2023 Model Y Long Range vehicle. I wanted the larger size vehicle and the hatchback style is great and gives me more storage space. It has the HW4 and newer cameras and got the Dark Midnight Silver/grayish body color with black interior. My older Monte Carlo is Silver with Black interior, so I got the same thing in this Tesla. The vehicle has all the features I would ever need. I am retired and will just be driving around town and short single charge trips. Charging done in home garage. It is a fun vehicle to drive and will take me a little bit to get fully used to the single pedal driving. Thanks for the video and take care.

[@moonbaywalk]

Would be great if the video comparison at 3:20 did not give me a heart attack. Gosh what happened to normalising volume?

[@tcappog8586]

I didn't realize that the Tesla Y made so much exhaust noise - No Thank You Sir!

[@angelabullock8882]

@@tcappog8586 That wasn’t the Tesla making the noise

[@berryboy888]

Yeah that was jarring :/

[@gwgrote5]

I'm new to your channel and I have to say that this is one of the best (if not the best) Tesla reviews I've seen. Very thorough and knowledgable review. Thanks for revealing your height, most forget how important that is when we are imagining ourselves in the vehicle. Lastly, you are genuinely excited about this Tesla and that matters. You are not just doing a review on a car, your attitude and enthusiasm is wonderful. Maybe it's the Canadian in you. :o) Wade, USA

[@isadorawoodberry826]

Well said. Definitely one of the best reviews.

[@AK-ys6cc]

A8 is my favourite channel! Mike is the man!

[@JeffWybo]

100!

[@AK-ys6cc]

Jk

[@seakan2983]

One of the best review I’ve watched about a Tesla. Waiting for model y.

[@joeycarrillo2490]

Same. When do you take your delivery??

[@seakan2983]

@@joeycarrillo2490 I ordered mine around June, it says should be here before end of Aug, but once it said Oct

[@joeycarrillo2490]

@@seakan2983 i ordered mine 2 weeks ago, says sept 17-30th.... cant come soon enough!

[@seakan2983]

@@joeycarrillo2490 that’s awesome dude. I got long range, grey with black seats. I am happy with the specs. It has heating steering wheel and has all the same specs as my SQ5. Can’t wait to get it. My insurance dropped significantly also.!

[@Toofbar2]

I’ve experienced phantom breaking in my Honda CRV and it’s because the radar unit is at the top near the roof of the vehicle and it detects the large overhead signs that show exits etc.

[@eibze]

24:01 - “You can go the Nav, very easy to use”……a few seconds later…..”I don’t know where the f**k the Nav is” 😂

[@ACCELER8TV]

LOL - ooops can't believe I missed that one in editing. - Ian

[@eibze]

@@ACCELER8TV Wait! You fixed it! How could you.

[@Shivris]

We’ve had the auto braking system on semi trucks for years. Overpasses, construction zones, random debris, and I’ve had even a shadow on the road cause the truck the brake check me. It’s not just a Tesla thing, it’s the system in general.

[@lifestyle4dividends776]

Great review!!! So stoked to get the Model Y over here in Europe soon 👍🏽 Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪✌🏽

[@MigiSmolls]

Mine is arriving soon and I’m literally so happy

[@mouseanalyse]

About the ghost braking, I’ve had it on my EAP equipped S for the past 4 years. Ghost braking happens to me most often on the same multi-lane road when driving under tall trees that cast shadows on the road. The surface is quite light and the shadows seem to disturb the autopilot. It wants to brake. It also happened when something small was on the road. Have to add that Autopilot has effectively saved me from a crash at least 4 times. One time it detected that a car driving in front of the car in front of me, performed an emergency brake manoeuvre. It allowed my car to reduce speed significantly even before the car in front of me started braking. It’s fractions of seconds. He was surprised and nearly crashed into the one in front of him. I initially thought it was another ghost braking case, but it quickly became clear the system prevented an emergency stop. The cars behind me could brake normally. This kind of situation can quickly cause a pile-up. Not perfect, but still way better than nothing. It really feels like being a pilot in the car.

[@oddvice57]

The white does NOT mark easily… plenty of owners have expressed their surprise of it also being easy to wipe if anything does mark it

[@liamboyd4676]

Not true, if you wear jeans the color will mark it and very hard to wipe off

[@DJMasse]

@@liamboyd4676 there’s plenty of videos of people using baby wipes to wipe the white seats clean easily.

[@Mike-wc3jo]

Yeah but long term do you really want to be wiping seats down every week. Doubt it.

[@XQzMEH]

Yeah no thanks. Don’t want to have to think about that everytime I see the seats.

[@oddvice57]

@@Mike-wc3jo is part of maintance, and only a problem if you really be wearing denim like that... and theres products you can use to be proactive and make it harder for the chain to stain

[@ane1315]

First time being on your channel but i can't help it subscribe. You make well detailed and explain content.

[@VigneshDhakshinamoorthy]

22:00 What a friggin $65,000 video game console this beast is 🚗 🕹️ 🎮

[@MishalJKamdar]

Model 3 for me. Model y is good but still love the model 3.

[@teslataxi4546]

Having test drove the Model Y last week I was a little disappointed in the handling ability compared to my Model 3. My model 3 sticks to the road like nothing I've ever driven but the Y rolled around and it felt a little unsafe a high speed. Obviously its bigger and a better looking car but when I got back into my Model 3 LR it put me off upgrading to the Y. But given the fact Tesla upped the price of the 3 from £50k to £55 I probably will buy the Y at some point in the near future. I will miss my 3 though such a better car for the driver.

[@ArmageddonIsHere]

It's rated #2 safest car in crash tests in the US market.

[@FrankSpeer66]

Also, almost everything on the screen can be controlled via voice control with the right scroll wheel on the steering wheel, simply push hold and speak

[@Fitforacting]

@33:47 it was 2 seconds! Got a long range Model Y on order now. December to remember 🤩🥇🙏🏻

[@WizLovesCars]

Deliveries are taking super long...i have to wait until march...smh

[@Fitforacting]

@@WizLovesCars Actually you don’t. Is there a Tesla store close to you?

[@WizLovesCars]

@@Fitforacting yea there are 2 but they don't sell them until they absolutely have to.

[@Fitforacting]

@@WizLovesCars I work for Tesla. Trying to give you the best way. They sell EVERY car. The ones you saw are gone. In Dec you can try again.

[@WizLovesCars]

@@Fitforacting appreciate the tip on that. you have been more helpful than my rep lol! THANKS AGAIN!

[@BB-ts3qx]

You are such a good reviewer! Keep up the great work

[@davedickson7068]

Such a brilliant review- positive, balanced, upbeat, moderate. Thankyou 😀

[@InfinityAMR]

Brilliant thanks. Really in depth review. I test drove the Model Y and the 3. Sure the 3 was more refined but I loved the Model Y more , felt better and more spacious. Will put an order in for Quicksilver color with black leather ( vegan ) seats

[@parmbrust1]

Great review. Is that midnight metallic silver or blue? Sorry, don't see colors great.

[@steveg6643]

Great review of the car. Did you notice if this car came with the heated steering wheel? Some owners taking delivery are not happy that the heated steering will was not installed! Also, still disappointed this car does not come with "heads up display" or even a "garage door opener". Seems silly to have these as standard features when most all cars at this price point have them.

[@ACCELER8TV]

Yes, this one had heated wheel. I didn’t test it out as it’s hot here!

[@kiddeucewardsnowden_bd]

@@ACCELER8TV so is the new Tesla model Y you reviewed the newer 7-seater model Y or 5-seater model Y??

[@ACCELER8TV]

@@kiddeucewardsnowden_bd This 2021 model was the 5 seater, you can option for 7 seats.

[@sheneedsme]

I agree. I have heads up display on my 2020 Corvette and it’s one of my favorite features.

[@Dawsomesauce]

@@kiddeucewardsnowden_bd it's a 3,000 option in the US.

[@Oprizzle1]

Maybe the best model Y review! Great job! 👍🏽

[@DSBP1]

I had the FCW with my Nissan Rogue and I also had the same problem. The car when passing an underpass it will sometimes phantom break. It is one of the most scariest experience because you automatically get concerned of getting rear ended.

[@MyPapagio]

The stock has doubled since the making of this video. And it will only go up from here. The greatest manufacturer in every category of manufacturing across every sector in the history of our planet.

[@glenvictor028]

Whaam baam, looking forward to your Model S plaid review.

[@GMan5451]

Good review. Just to advise the rear middle seat of the model Y does have a head rest.

[@johncarson1427]

far and away the best review I have seen, on any car. Thanks and keep doing this for us. Thumbs up and subscribed now

[@harishnyc5597]

By watching your review, finally I made my decision to order Tesla Y

[@Jimmy-kk9tc]

One of the best organized channels

[@ACCELER8TV]

Really appreciate that thank you!

[@johnwilson5743]

Mmmm The stock price keeps dipping. This was only just over 3 months ago and how things have changed. Hindsight is wonderful. Cheers.

[@ClubmanGT1971]

Brilliant, practical review. Looking forward to trying this in Australia. We have two kids under 8 so the Model 3 is just not big enough.

[@ahmedadly]

great review, almost the only Canadian channel that goes in depth. can you get more EVs like chevy bolt?

[@ACCELER8TV]

Thanks Ahmed, we'll work on getting more EVs!

[@daviddennis5789]

At 21:45 "Beach Buggy Racing", I'm no expert on tires, but it seems that playing this game might be a great way of putting flat spots on your tires.

[@ACCELER8TV]

100% not great for the tires 😂

[@valencefootball9740]

wtf your videos are so high quality how do u only have 80k subs!?

[@checkman8617]

this was a great review! keep it up man 💪

[@WizLovesCars]

video quality is always bananas! i'm a fan. Also definitely roll with the Y over the 3 for space reasons

[@jeffreygeiger3824]

Awesome vid man! I just ordered mine but it won't be here for like 6 months so I'm binging all the youtube videos in the meantime haha

[@2Bunphettered788]

The best looking, greatest value model in their lineup.👍 Tesla just opened their charging stations to ALL EVs - amazing. 🙂

[@Mkvkuv]

Model 3 sr is the best value actually

[@2Bunphettered788]

@@Mkvkuv Why? 🤔 This SUV is about the same size as the Model-3 with the same low center of gravity. With a liftgate and optional third-row seating. 👍

[@Mkvkuv]

@@2Bunphettered788 model y starts @$54k, model 3 $40k. so in terms of "value" model 3 is better

[@cocochanel9291]

Identical one to this arrives on wednesday for me. I cannot wait. Thanks for review !

[@arribus30]

Phantom braking is still there. My wife and I have owned an MS and MX each a M3P each and we are now swapping to two MYPs - suffice to say we love a Tesla. However, phantom braking is awful when it happens. Low bridges tends to be the thing that triggers our cars. We have the latest tech and software versions so vision only hasn’t solved it. Great review and aren’t they great cars.

[@AsifAliyev1988]

lol, I had a stinger, kia claimed 0-60 under 5 sec for stinger 3.3TT, but it always was over 5 sec unfortunately

[@kennethlin]

Love this review! Just put my $100 down for a 7 seater Y! Thank you

[@maxflight777]

Deposit isn’t just 100 usd is it ?

[@dudoji85]

@@maxflight777 yes it is just $100, but non-refundable

[@pallavmishra]

It is $250 now

[@DerrickDJ]

Best Tesla Model Y review I have seen! Very informative.

[@i4u4]

Interesting and informative video bro nice.

[@ACCELER8TV]

Appreciate it!

[@raphaelh.5809]

best model Y review on yt

[@DeejayMaxD]

Thank you for this awesome video! Just ordered mine and delivery is in a few weeks!🤩

[@maxbiagi3091]

The door closing sound its like close the trash aluminium bin 😂😂😂

[@ramiramadan15]

Would you recommend a Y LR or a 3 performance?

[@VJ-yu4qp]

This is the exact 👌 video I was looking for..

[@rj8u]

Great reviews👍👍. I have a 2018 model 3 and waiting to upgrade for a model Y once it's made in Texas and has front and rear casting along with 4680 battery cells 👍. Bonus would be U.S federal tax incentive 😁.

[@jacobluke9889]

beautiful review man nice work

[@erikkalifornia5182]

12:50 you said there is no headrest... I have the 2021 model y and there absolutely is a headrest. But it is hidden, you have to pull it up ;)

[@CallsignVega]

Tesla only takes off the 1-foot acceleration on the Performance/Plaid models, not the long range. So the acceleration gap between performance and long range models isn't as much as the numbers appear.

[@Ignacio.Romero]

It's still around a second faster. But the difference is not in the 0-60 but past that, the LR model uses the old motors which rapidly lose power the faster you go

[@LuanNguyen-ls5rt]

1 second is significant

[@damianscott1373]

You can add the acceleration boost for $2000 USD as a download. 0-60 mph goes from 5.8 to 5.2 seconds.

[@LuanNguyen-ls5rt]

LR is a great car. Performance you also get 21 in. Uber rims, carbon spoiler, performance breaks, and lower suspension. Also a great option.

[@saplafoid001]

It was a good review 👍

[@CokemanChatt]

The LR can have a boost upgrade making it very fast.

[@MrSean3kids]

Great review I think I am going to buy one

[@Shahzadafamily]

You forgot it also is missing basic functions any other cars have like parking sensors or ultra sonic sensors

[@JOYCEC06]

21:27 Hope you didn't just corrupt the owners flash drive taking it out that way. You should have powered the Model Y off first before taking it out. The flash drive that came with my Model 3 didn't even last 2 months and Tesla won't replace it since it's normal wear and tear even though it was taken out properly which you didn't do.

[@jali276]

I ❤ my Model Y....great car!

[@thinhong8936]

Best review of the Model Y I've watched so far. May I ask where you got the ceiling lights from?

[@lazarojmontejo3388]

Phantom braking did happen to me today for apparently no reason, there was nothing to break for. The other day phantom braking occurred when a camper had an open latch swinging in the air, though it wasn't going to hit the car.

[@thegreatrenaldo7718]

Currently has a 2022 Acura MDX and Thinking of buying a 2021 Model X with 40k miles. How far do teslas run til approximately. Thank you in advance for your answers