Going Electric? Tesla Model Y - My first week with the new daily! Initial owner impressions review

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So last week - through a peculiar set of circumstances, I took on the company car lease for this Tesla Model Y ⚡️⚡️
Having previously driven a Model 3 and Model X - I had a blasé attitude to what I could expect, but not all has been as I had initially imagined!
Early days - so more to come not he car - is it a Porsche replacement - ABSOLUTELY NOT - Will it be used heavily for the next 2 years - yes it will. Join me on the first part of the journey!

[@ericdauster]

Left stalk: push forward and you get a mini light menu popup in the bottom left. Push the washer/wiper button half way and a mini wiper menu pops up.

[@CarMadDad]

Cheers Eric

[@alann996rs]

Much easier to slag the car off than to find out how to do it properly though isn't it?

[@TUNINGDONERIGHTMX5]

Dude, I appreciate your candor. That alone makes the content very valuable.

[@CarMadDad]

That’s v kind of you chap 👌

[@Mystrasun]

I really appreciate your candid review. I'm nowhere near in a position to get a Tesla but I hope to be in the next year once I sort my life out 😅 I'm going to be using this time to follow people like you and listen to your perspective as it evolves then make a decision once I'm actually in a position to get one. Cheers!

[@CarMadDad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mikemaze2104]

Iv'e had my Tesla Model 3 since 2018 and I doubt I will ever go back to an ICE vehicle. I love the way it rides...it's amazing! You will enjoy the ride of the Tesla and the instant torque. Enjoy!

[@CarMadDad]

Cheers Mike

[@JasonTaylor-po5xc]

I got mine with the 19" wheels - I tested a performance and a long range and could tell the difference in ride quality. I've had it for over a year and just over 10k miles. Ride quality was still better than what I had before (Corolla) but not a luxury floater for sure - I think it should be an option at that level. I use a lot of the voice commands when driving but I've also memorized the location of the key things I might need to change. I wish it had a HUD instead of having everything on the main(only) display. I also wish CarPlay was an option but the info-tainment is probably the best from a car company ever. If you have access to charging at home, it's pretty sweet waking up everyday with a nearly "full tank" instead of taking time out of my week to fill up. The real killer feature of Teslas is their supercharging network - which in the States - there is no equal. I take it on road trips every few months, so this has come in super handy - otherwise, I'd be driving my minivan which is not easy on the wallet when traveling.

[@CarMadDad]

Awesome input Jason - thank you

[@dadslovecars836]

Thanks for the video. It’s exactly what I thought when I drove the 3 and Y back to back. The suspension just isn’t refined enough for a £50k+ car I would happily pay extra for an air sus option!

[@CarMadDad]

You and me both dude 😂

[@raulsuazo5015]

Ride is firm because you are using 20” tires. Use the 19” and there is more tire to absorb bumps.

[@CarMadDad]

Disagree Have driven a model y on the 19” - no difference

[@Dave-mv3xy]

It's a form ride on the 19s but not a disaster

[@scubatan]

Great review, mate, does it have an auto light option to turn on fog lights and others? Thanks!

[@CarMadDad]

There’s some other comments around this - my understanding is that if I am in auto lights and click the stalk fogs should be an option. But need to look into 👀

[@stevedobson5343]

This is (was) a car I was seriously considering also via my employer. So I'm really interested in the follow-up video to this to see how you're getting on.

[@CarMadDad]

Incoming soon chap

[@cokyrobes]

I’ve had my Model Y for 8k miles now since September- easily the best car far I’ve owned.

[@CarMadDad]

Great to hear chap

[@leejohnson7471]

To Im pleased with my MY especially the massive BIK perk as a company car.We're the lucky fellas in life....enjoy.

[@CarMadDad]

Cheers chappy 👌

[@luxorcephrenSE23]

I think he's driving a 22 plate. The suspension has been revised in the new models. Many people have commended the improvements.

[@CarMadDad]

Good to hear - yes 22 plate

[@Mj-04]

Had a 72 performance since Nov (China build) on 21” and not noticed any discomfort. Previous car was merc CLS and I like my comfort.

[@jonlukamoore8111]

Totally agree on the ride. New one is better had a MY performance for a day (same ride) and a long range one for the weekend (better but still too firm for an SUV). Also needs a heads up display and parking sensors!! The screen is great when you aren’t moving…… Went IX in the end. Drive train nowhere near as efficient as Tesla but in my opinion a much better car of this size and class plus I have a button for my fog lights 😉

[@CarMadDad]

Thank you for the view and input Jonluka 👍

[@volks84]

You seemed to like the BMW iX when you reviewed it. What made you go choose the Model Y in the end? I'm currently considering both and very torn.

[@CarMadDad]

Yeah lii I be the iX chap. I didn’t choose the Tesla (explained in video) however would consider them seriously as the charging network is top notch. Think the iX is a better car so depends what you need most I guess

[@AC-nv5gm]

thanks for the video! what year is the car? you mentioned 2.5yr left on the lease. they added a comfort suspension relatively recently

[@CarMadDad]

It’s a 22 plate chap so 6-9 months old I believe

[@FastLaneJB]

Ah this is the question I was also going to ask. Sat in the back of a Model Y before the new suspension in Amsterdam as a taxi, I couldn't wait to get out. As you say the ride ain't good at all. Test drove a new Model Y LR about a month ago in UK and ride was so much better. Night and day difference with the new comfort suspension if you ask me. Not an S class but for springs and an SUV was fine. Model 3 Performance on comfort suspension was nicer still than Model Y LR but SUV's tend not to match a good saloon for comfort so to be expected.

[@spsmith45]

We test drove a Model Y long range on 19 inch rims in Leeds. I was expecting something way too harsh and it was actually okay, even on some patchier roads. It bugged me less than a test drive in the Nissan Ariya, also on the firm side imo. The softestvtest drives we did were ID4/5 and Ioniq 5. Better judged, though less exciting.

[@FastLaneJB]

@@spsmith45 Yes the ride now is fine since they added the "comfort" suspension as Elon called it. Was later half of 2022. Model Y's before that ride pretty bad.

[@chrishyde1216]

Your review is so helpfully honest that I'd be really interested in your views of the latest Model Y (rwd or LR) and whether you think the ride has improved significantly and is now good enough. I'm sure Tesla would be happy to let you have a test drive.

[@CarMadDad]

I’ll see what I can do 👌

[@cokyrobes]

I test drove one the other day (I have a Sept 22 LR) and it’s definitely softer now

[@rennocj]

I test drove the performance version on Friday and thought the ride was fine, better than my BMW 330E. Seats were very comfy. If you want SUV comfy I guess you’d go Audi Etron or Hyundai

[@CarMadDad]

From what I understand (and the comments confirm below) the newer cars have improved suspension - so hopefully that’s that issue fixed 👌

[@RoyOlsen]

I find voice control very useful to avoid looking for buttons on the screen while driving.

[@CarMadDad]

Agreed Roy - getting used to it now 👌

[@Branman345]

Great review, Im glad that you didn't praise them on the things most people complain about. Ive heard the suspension is really rough you would think for that price tag them would have added air suspension or the ability to adjust it like most luxury vehicles do. Tesla dropped the ball on that and they need to improve that I hear from my older patients that it is rough on their backs and they need to get realignments and stuff. Now they are older to be fair but to have a younger patient saying the same thing that isn't good. Volvo has the right idea with their seat along with Mercedes and BMW and Audi. I think if I was stuck with a car for two years I would have looked into seeing if I could get a Audi or Mercedes. At least you have air suspension and it is adjustable and the right is still fun. Minus the instant torque that Tesla has to offer. Overall I like the review that you made and I think you did a great job making this video. Keep up the great work!!!

[@CarMadDad]

Cheers Brandon - trying my best 😂

[@headsetstore]

I’m also in Birmingham, also driving a 71 plate Long range model y. I’m torn. it’s quick, cheap to run and looks good but the same issues with ride quality and the fact the car can be dangerous at times without the screen in front of you or buttons. Currently looking at a 2022 BMW X5 45e to replace it. My second car is a model 3 performance which is due back so also looking at a bmw i4 to replace that. Do you regret getting rid of your x5?

[@CarMadDad]

Thanks for getting in touch We miss the X5 and the hybrid would be a great middle ground. Sounds like your doing some good research on the background

[@headsetstore]

@@CarMadDad yeah, apart from the charging speed. If i pull the trigger on the car, happy for you to review it if you want for your channel 👍

[@CarMadDad]

That’s real kind of you chappy - would be great if you do… could always compare against the model y maybe 🤔

[@alann996rs]

The car is only "dangerous" if you are too damn lazy to find out how to use the many shortcuts to functions (like the Fgs)

[@Smiler7]

The Model Y is the safest (crash test) car you can buy. It is faster, quieter, safer and more relaxing than a 911. The higher seating position also makes for a safer drive. Other EV's have more switches and are less minimalistic than a Tesla. Tesla have modified the suspension on the Model Y, so they do listen.

[@CarMadDad]

I hear you 👂

[@jlmartin2308]

Looks like you can add after market Buttons, see Tesla Model 3/Y S3XY buttons. Also, Tesla has recently come out with "2023 Model Y with Comfort Suspension".

[@CarMadDad]

Sounds like a must have option!!!

[@chrishyde1216]

Chocolate buttons for me.

[@randomstoragespace]

Fog lights etc you can just use voice commands? No? So no need to mess with screen

[@CarMadDad]

Noted 📝

[@alann996rs]

Also sounds to me like what you wanted was an Audi with all its buttons and wallowy suspension etc etc however to get one to the same spec as the MYP would have cost £25k more and you a) wouldn't have the performance b) be generally stuck with the appalling charging network c) been significantly down on real-world range and d) stuck with archaic software/systems (software update you say Sir, certainly, leave your car with us for a week and we'll try to do that for you without bricking it...)

[@CarMadDad]

As per the start of the video chap - fell into the car really as an opportunity though some work circumstance - just my thoughts 👌

[@chrishyde1216]

Drove a Model Y rear wheel drive single motor this morning. It had a white interior, but I wouldn't bother if just two in the front as you can't see it when seated. Ride was good enough, as they've been softened it a bit recently. The MG5 is better, but the latest MY is not uncomfortable. Prefer the looks of the M3 (MY is ugly from front, but ok side and rear, and looks better in darker colours) and it feels more planted on the road - it's a sports car whereas the MY has more space. I don't know whether to choose a MY or M3.

[@CarMadDad]

Cheers for the thoughts Chris - tough one but the e charging network with Tesla would seal the deal for me 👌

[@markpoxon]

Could a change of tyre brand help dale?

[@CarMadDad]

It’s on a good set of Michelin Mark and I’ve tried lower PSI - unfortunately no major benefit.

[@markpoxon]

@@CarMadDad wonder if Pirelli or Eagle F1 might be an alternative?

[@CarMadDad]

General consensus is wouldn’t waste your money 🤔

[@NotTheRest]

So you're saying that on UK, people are allowed to use fog lights within city limits? I don't believe it's the case in Europe, as they are only allowed outside city limits and with visibility below 50m. And rightfully so as it's really annoying to be suck on traffic behind an asshole with rear fogs on...

[@CarMadDad]

That’s not what I’m saying no. I used the example of the day prior when I needed to use my fog lights and visibility was well below 50m that when I needed to turn them on I struggled to do so 👍

[@alann996rs]

There are a certain group of idiot drivers in the UK who seem to think it's "cool" to drive with front fogs on at all times

[@chrishyde1216]

Go into autopilot when finding stuff on screen?

[@CarMadDad]

Not always possible but a solution when safe to do so yes

[@ML-hf6ii]

is this LR or RWD?

[@CarMadDad]

Dual motor

[@voltairecarlos2398]

With vision only any road kill or dead small pets?

[@CarMadDad]

Nope 😆

[@voltairecarlos2398]

@@CarMadDad haha soon without the HD Radar onboard

[@vakasali5013]

Mate turn up the microphone

[@CarMadDad]

Will check in on sound settings chap - apologies

[@Indy700000]

New model has better suspension

[@CarMadDad]

So I hear 😂

[@derekduggins]

Great review, but you're barely audible.

[@CarMadDad]

Sorry about that chap - had to mess around with sound in the edit rather a lot - if you pop the sound up it should be OK??? #StillLearning

[@roger_is_red]

lets be honest??? yes buying electric is saving the planet what can't u figure out?

[@CarMadDad]

I don’t really have the time tk go into a long winded debate however I’m not personally (as in my opinion) convinced on the sustainability of the lithium / infrastructure of electric charging / capacity of the grid / disposal / cost of transport and materials etc etc Obviously you have your opinion and I have mine 👌

[@zoranpucar]

Your ride is firm because you bought the wrong car. I guess you somehow missed that Teslas are on the sportier side. Want cozy? Buy EQE.

[@CarMadDad]

Whole heartedly disagree - the ride isn’t “sporty” it’s fidgety at best The front omens is direct - but why would you want a direct front end on an SUV???

[@martinocorbelli3042]

Car Sad Dad

[@CarMadDad]

Something like that 😛

[@newnewmee44]

so what if you have to take your eyes off the road and risk your life and others on the road, by having to ue the screen, at least Musk saved a few dollars by not using physical buttons. It is all about Elon and his wish to be rich, you don't matter.

[@CarMadDad]

If you say so chap - interesting insight 😆

[@roger_is_red]

annoying good luck with be annoying

[@CarMadDad]

Ditto 👌