Tesla Model S Wheels: 19” vs. 21”

[@BrandonDriver]

Which wheels do you prefer? How come?

[@berttroubleyn3475]

I actually prefer the 19 inch wheels. Apart from the benefits you've listed, they also are less vulnerable to kerb rash (higher tire wall for protection), they make less road noise, it is easier to find good winter tires for them and they are a lot cheaper to replace when worn.

[@danwettlaufer6364]

Good comparison. I have both 19 & 21 for my Model S. 19” for long cross country/continent road trips (lower cost, better range and durability) Also carry jack and full 19” spare as I travel in many remote places. 21” for in town or short trips. Tesla turbine still my favourite look Buying new S now I’d order with 19” and then buy a pair of used 21”

[@mebeingU2]

Where do you store the 19” wheel in your S?

[@danwettlaufer6364]

In the rear trunk. If I have the rear seats folded down to haul other items or sometimes I like, travelling with the rear seats down for better rear window, visibility I put a strap over the tire to keep it stable.

[@rickmiranda8183]

19 and 21 uses the same rim?

[@danwettlaufer6364]

@@rickmiranda8183 no the rims are different 19 inches width thicker tires with higher sidewalls, and 21 inch rims have smaller, sidewalks , or skinnier. If I’m super road tripping with the 21s I take 2 - 19 wheels - should have the same size rim on the same axle.

[@chrisengletx]

great content- i've been waffling like crazy and you didnt actually push me one way or the other but it was a very well done video.

[@danrathbun95]

Considering S Plaid ... and think the Arachnid 21" would be my first choice ... thanks for laying out the differences, you have helped my decision.

[@Jermell28]

You forgot to mention that the 21 inch rims crack constantly and it’s 2000 to replace them the car weighs so much that the rims can’t handle the weight so when you hit a pot hole or speed bump anything small it can crack the rim

[@carlitopicache629]

This was a great informative comparison of the wheels. Thanks!!!

[@ESCADA23GLOBAL]

I’m a fan of the 21” arachnids!

[@kristophersnarby1314]

Have had 21s on mine (when I bought it) and I'm DONE with them... I've had 3 rims crack, and two tires blown because of the low profile. Lots of potholes where I live, so now looking into 19s.... Thanks for the video.

[@salvatorebattinelli894]

I am a new 2021 Tesla model S long range owner. I've found that the steering system is a recurring problem, I get a loud clunk when turning the wheels hard, like when coming out of your driveway, or just doing a slow hard turn in a parking lot. On the road in normal driving, all seems normal. I took it in for a check up, tesla said they changed an upper control arm, but the problem persists. Im told this is a common problem.....maybe doing a short video about this problem might be of interest, since it involves many model S LR owners? Like your channel and how you approach subjects, keep it up.....

[@MrEddiewoo]

I actually haven't heard of this and I also have a 2021 model S LR 😱 I haven't had any issues though

[@salvatorebattinelli894]

Latest report about steering, I took it to the Peabody service Ctr. They replaced the upper ball joint and tie rod. That fixed the problem. They also changed the yoke steering wheel (it had wear spots showing through) with a newly designed yoke, it has a different fabric covering that shouldn't wear through so easily. I am happy with the model S long range and look forward to the next model S change. S

[@janetdriver7435]

Great job, Brandon, we have missed you and your content! I've had so many people reach out to me and ask where you'd been. I hope it was ok to share about your recent car accident. XO

[@TheLawIX]

Nothing about negative camber issue on the 21's. Selling 1000 Tesla's seems to mean nothing.

[@deelewis8061]

I hv had a model s for 6 years in Houston. Leave the 21’ tires alone in the city of Houston. You will go through so many tires

[@danwettlaufer6364]

Nice review. My 19” were silver and an illusion to make them look more like 21” is to paint them black or even plasti dip. Removable (If you don’t want to commit to black) No silver/black contrast, so similar look at low cost.

[@theiceman8190]

You forgot to mention that on the Plaid you need the 21 inch wheels to unlock the full 200mph top speed.

[@braces11111]

Can't you just get non tesla 21" wheels for the top speed?

[@brandonl8039]

You need more than just the 21s for the full 200 to be unlocked.

[@ChosenMJ]

Who in the hell is going 200mph? That makes ABSOLUTELY no f*****g sense so the 21’s are irrelevant unless just for show and they aren’t that great either.

[@braces11111]

@@ChosenMJ the autobahn in Germany has no speed limit in the passing lane.

[@MaryTheroux]

Hi, thank you for the podcast. I will be buying a Y model in red color. 19 inch wheels. please comment on buying from Carvana versus Tesla. also please comment on used versus a new Tesla. thank you

[@Ohrami]

I want to buy a 2022 Model S used. The best deal I could find comes with 21" wheels, but I want the 19" wheels. Where would you recommend going about finding 19" wheels to purchase to replace them, and where do you recommend I should go to sell the 21" wheels I'm going to have without much purpose?

[@BrandonDriver]

Facebook. Find a Tesla owner’s club in your city, post on there that you want the smaller wheels. Someone will have them and be down to do the swap at the service center. Find that person before you buy the 2022 S

[@harlan4216]

You missed average cost of tire replacement for each tire size. You also could’ve gone into how the aero wheels are more efficient.

[@알앤에스]

Quite well balanced opinions Much helpful 😊 Well Tesla Korea also recommend 19“ for my S standard model not Plaid

[@DRG2Boss]

TL;DR unless you REAAAAAALLY like the style of the Arachnid wheels, get the 19" ones. Hell, even you do like the style of the 21" wheels, just think for one second and get the 19".

[@thomasjacques5286]

Assume the 19" helps minimize the aggressive CAMBER that chews up rear tires.

[@MichaelKirven]

The 21 inch arachnids are gangsta until you move to Pittsburgh. If you have money to burn on tires, the larger rim does look nice, but for daily driving and better efficiency in all seasons, 19" Tempest wheels.

[@scm4u]

Thanks Brendon. I’m going to be in the market for a used 20 or 21 Model 3 with FSD. I’ll contact you when I’m ready.

[@DavidV.Amendola]

Cornering and performance and takeoff; do the rims make any difference in that?

[@imagemaker666]

Are the 19 inch actually wheels or wheel covers? An example is with the Y, the stock wheels underneath the caps are pretty nice.

[@LifelongMusicJunkie]

I opted for the Model S with the 19" wheels, with delivery day on Dec 20th! I have seen lots of videos about rotating tires, but isn't the rear tires wider on the rear vs the front (285 vs 255) for the Model S or is that just on the Plaid? I am ordering Winter tires and trying to figure out what width tires I need. It will be easier when the car is in my garage! Cheers

[@GeneMoorhead-mm4ku]

are there wheel covers for the 19 inch wheels I dont like the color

[@edwardbasil6695]

Can you clarify for me if the 21 inch wheels on the plaid wear quicker on the rear inside of the tire because you can’t adjust the camber

[@MelAbraham]

@brandondriver. I am debating on mine because not a fan of the plastic. If someone did aftermarket I assume it would also degrade the distance?

[@BrandonDriver]

Not necessarily, talk to the manufacturer of the wheels and ask, they should have test results to show for distance performance

[@MelAbraham]

WIll do thanks @@BrandonDriver - is it possible to take off the plastic and powder caot the actual rim itself? Im not sure what is underneath it all

[@BrandonDriver]

@@MelAbraham often yes, but double check that too

[@Joker-fx6mh]

Do the 21” protrude out? My model Y 20” do so the curb rash is definitely not appealing.

[@Its_Me_JayKhan]

@brandon I need your help, I have bought a new Tesla Model S Plaid here in the UK, left hand drive US spec, I have noticed the steering wheel on full lock left or right has a loud thud/clunk sound like as if the suspension is broken or something quite serious, can you offer advice on this please, right now I am not comfortable with this issue, Tesla say its the characteristic of the car, your help is appreciated.

[@jamespalmer6300]

I do have a question if you purchase a 2023 use Tesla from an unauthorized dealership like bmw or something well the factory warranty carry over?

[@jeddyho4487]

You missed the speed difference.

[@purplecello1048]

Can easy entry be used to manipulate the screen tilt? Say for my driver setting. I want it facing me. But in easy entry mode. I want the screen flat

[@RM-sd2jx]

Surprised you never mentioned how heavy the 21 inch Arachnid wheels are! You could easily save 10 pounds of unsprung weight per wheel by opting for a different forged 21” wheel, including Martian wheels. The cars handling would improve the lighter wheels.. I’m looking at an S Plaid and will stick with the standard 19 inch wheels but substitute Martian 19 inchers which save about 6 pounds per wheel. Then use the stock wheels to mount Winter tires.

[@ObadiahIsurfate-ze7zq]

Is it the wheel weight or the aerodynamics that make up the difference in range ? Also, if I put significantly lighter wheels on a base Model S with the 405 mile range would the range actually increase ??

[@ericblanchard5873]

I'll take the 19" wheels anyday, mostly because I can't even afford a Tesla right now anyways and it is my dream car. I rented a model 3 performance with FSD, and it was the best fun experience of driving I have ever had. Currently, my credit sucks. I am practically maxed out on all my credit cards, but I have never missed a payment in 6 years on 9 credit cards. But yet I still have very bad credit. Such bs. This is what holds me back from buying a Tesla

[@hadleycrowl5015]

Being above 50% credit utilization on your credit cards hurts your credit score

[@jamesdelaplain]

21, CARBON Ceramic Breaks can happen for the fastest model production car.

[@RCPlaneBuilder2005]

Bro came back

[@ahearnradontesting2218]

What is the cost to go from 21 to 29?

[@ahearnradontesting2218]

21-19

[@navardo1734]

21

[@evbase-official]

Can we Collaborate on Tesla accessories review about your KZbin?

[@nerissaonyeanus3775]

promo sm

[@Mrsmokesmokesmoke]

21" tires cost a lot more than the 19"s Would be worth mentioning perhaps.

[@theiceman8190]

He did.