The Pros & Cons of Daily Driving a Tesla Model Y

[@OmniGarage]

Right….. The external dimensions of the MY is length 4751 mm, width 1921 mm (excluding mirrors). The external dimensions of the Mazda CX-5 is length 4575 mm, width 1845 mm (excluding mirrors). So from the outside the CX5 is larger than the MY. But when we were discussing the size comparison during the filming of this video it was in relation to the internal dimensions. In particular the size of the back seat. At this point, external sizes of both vehicles means jack all-internal size matters here. Internally the rear of the MY has head room of 1001 mm, shoulder room 1373 mm, and hip room of 1286 mm. Internally the rear of the Mazda CX-5 has a head room of 990 mm, shoulder room 1391 mm, hip room 1404 mm. So yes Omni Garages’ initial thoughts that the rear seating room of the MY is smaller than the CX5 but bigger than the CX3 still stands correct. The MY has no transmission tunnel and has a glass roof. Having personally experienced both of these vehicles the MY “appears” to have more space in the rear. This is based on the above differences. Unless you have experienced both vehicles then this feeling of “space” is difficult to appreciate from a spec sheet or a video. Happy to discuss…..

[@mr260z3]

What? The CX5 (based on your own dimensions) is smaller from the outside. How can you say it’s larger?

[@VMRDY]

@@mr260z3I think he is mathematically challenged.

[@mr260z3]

Your perspective on the size of the Model Y intrigues me. I currently have a Mazda CX-5 and parked it next to the MY when I test drove it and the size was very comparable. Most notable difference being the swooped back of the Tesla. Width of the rear seat felt identical, with maybe more leg room in the MY. Comparing the MY to a CX-3 seems strange to me. Edit: just googled the shoulder room and the MY is 2cm narrower than a CX5. The CX3 is 5cm narrower than the MY.

[@OmniGarage]

Yeah we totally agree, in the video we mentioned it’s smaller than the cx5 but bigger than the cx3. And there is more leg room partly due to the flat floor ie no transmission tunnel.

[@osh135]

I definitely think the model Y is comparable, maybe even roomier on the inside than the cx 5

[@OmniGarage]

Externally, the CX5 is (and appears to be) bigger. I think the interior of the Model Y is more comfortable, in part due to the flat floor for the middle passenger. The glass roof also gives a nice sense of space.

[@vhc8102]

According to the spec sheet, MY is wider and longer than CX5

[@OmniGarage]

Longer doesn’t surprise me, but wider does. I felt like the CX5 was slightly roomier in the back seats.

[@jattrecords2308]

I don't comment too often on review videos, but i would say that this is the best review of model Y..

[@OmniGarage]

Thanks for the kind comment!

[@TheElectricMan]

Amazing #Tesla Content

[@OmniGarage]

Thank you for the kind feedback! What parts of the video did you enjoy?

[@jamieplatt8422]

Rang Tesla to confirm if my MY comes with mobile charger … it does not. Apparently Elon decided that because 95% of owners (their number mind you) don’t use the mobile charger they decided not to supply. Unlike Elon to make a decision that benefits him versus those that consume his products!!! $78k for a car and they can’t kick in for a charger!!!

[@OmniGarage]

Frustrating, right!?

[@rollingwithrob6579]

I also planned my M3 purchase to ensure it stay under the $80k for the subsidy - what did I leave out? the white interior & fsd. Would've preferred AWD Dual but to keep the color (Ultra Red) and wheels (19') I wanted, I went RWD. If a refreshed MY comes out in the near future, that will probably be my next move unless we get a RHD Cybertruck (fingers crossed). Loving your content. Would love to see more of your day-to-day use as well as long road trips, just to see how charging stands up while travelling around the country.

[@boostbyslinky]

I do wish your camera person didn’t have a whistling nostril, I’ve had to stop watching!

[@jaroslavsplichal97]

Thanks for the video. Regarding the profile settings when 2 registered drivers enter the car, there might be an option in the bluetooth settings, where you can prioritise one of the devices to be always the driver

[@OmniGarage]

You can prioritise a device, however the only affect this has is prioritising the Bluetooth connection for phone and audio - not the driver profile settings. The adjustment Tesla made between the Model 3 we previously owned and the Model Y make it so much less frustrating!

[@abrisvegas]

@@OmniGarage Interesting

[@-A-lm5xb]

I think it's a horrible looking thing both inside and out. Each to their own I guess but the idea of a blank dashboard with nothing but a big screen stuck in the middle might have looked futuristic at first, but now it just looks like a cost cutting idea and I hate it. I don't like that steering difference either, Generally when you swap to a sister model things like that are the same, although the handling on the model 3 on country roads was poor anyway so it would be interesting to see if there was any difference. Moot point for me I guess though, as I wouldn't buy one anyway.

[@OmniGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@linkeron1]

I’m thinking of eventually saving up for a Tesla model Y after I finish college (highschool for any Americans who read this comment) this year. It will probably take me 2-3 years to save up but I can’t wait to get on the road with one. Right now I’m just surfing KZbin for videos about the Tesla model y.

[@OmniGarage]

Make sure you subscribe to the channel for lots more Tesla related content! I’m sure by the time you’re ready to purchase, there will be plenty of other options out there in the market! Great to have a goal though!

[@gavinpalmer4589]

Great review. Does the glass roof radiate heat inside the car? I know most car sun roofs are terrible for this and you would have to crank up the A/C to cool it down, which in a EV your making it less efficient/range 😊

[@OmniGarage]

Haven’t spent a summer with the Model Y yet, but from my experience with the Model 3 the roof is rejecting a good amount of heat. While driving in summer, you often forget the whole roof is glass.

[@bubcomet]

It does get hot , but worse than that the seats get hot from your body heat and they just stay hot and it’s hard to know you can get your hands and face can be cold but your back and butt will sweat on the seats

[@seb.]

Get yourself hubcaps that are black (aliexpress has tons of various designs), for under $200 best of both: nicer look, still great efficiency. For the home charger, well phone companies did the same: no more charger included. (they expect most people will be already equiped, else you can use public stations). It isnt a small vehicle (and has a poor turning radius), it's 20cm longer than a CX5.

[@OmniGarage]

Most people are buying their first EV, and especially given the price point, having a charger included should be a given.

[@erniewebster792]

I have a US 2023 Model Y standard range. How do I know what type battery I have? Is it an LFP or NCM?

[@OmniGarage]

You can determine whether your vehicle is equipped with an LFP Battery by navigating to Controls > Software > Additional Vehicle Information.

[@gert-jantwaalfhoven9755]

about the air vents, you tesla programmers obviously reading my post, why not air vent horizontal swing setting automatic

[@OmniGarage]

Yeah, lack of vent controls is a bit frustrating.

[@beefokeefe7198]

I have a 2022 MYP. You can set your phone as the priority device when with your wife; if yours is the same as mine. It works well! Nice Review!

[@OmniGarage]

Thanks for the kind comment! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@prabjhooti]

Thank you so much for this video! There isnt a single bloody video out there explaining the space in backseat in terms of 3 adults, or one childseat + two adults. I like the idea of placing the child seat in the middle so the other sides can sit more comfortably. I bought it and hope I won't regret it.. We are 4 adults and 1 child :P

[@OmniGarage]

No problem. Pleased you enjoyed the content. Doing any kind of in car filming especially in the rear of the vehicle is a real pain. It never turns out nicely on camera. Which is why people don’t film this stuff.

[@amoeba2091]

I'm confused, near the beginning of the video he introduced the vehicle behind him as a 2022 model 3. Is that not the model Y?

[@OmniGarage]

This is a Tesla Model Y. At the beginning of the video he introduces the car correctly as a Model Y. But shortly after that (you are correct) he has a hiccup and calls it a Model 3.

[@kelvincht]

Hows the ride quality? Does your nz tesla model y rear wheel drive has the same harsh uncomfortable suspension compare to other countries model y?

[@OmniGarage]

I’m happy with the ride quality, in part I think this is due to not going for the larger wheels. I’ve never driven one overseas, so not able to provide any comparison I’m sorry!

[@_hello_sunshine]

This guy knows how to fish and chip! I put them in the frunk too - good tip. Sweet review.

[@OmniGarage]

Thanks for the kind comment Cameron. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@marktakuma9410]

Great review. What was your maximum range (km) when you charged to 100% for the first time? Mine's only 435km

[@OmniGarage]

The car is currently charging so I’ll let you know tomorrow morning once it’s at 100%. I’ll drop a further comment below.

[@OmniGarage]

Just checked for you Mark - 435KMs was the same reading this morning at 100% charge.

[@SrAlcazar]

@@OmniGarage have you done a range test? Wondering if, with real numbers, at 120km/h you can do over 250 kms before having to stop

[@hollystryker9280]

I changed my MY's hubcaps to Rimetrix hubcaps here in the US... They're black, made specifically for the Y, and the wheels look so much better. Just an FYI... Thanks for the informative video!

[@OmniGarage]

You’re welcome Holly, thanks for the kind comment!

[@vandshome]

I’m getting a model 3. Can’t afford a Y.

[@OmniGarage]

Your not missing out. Pretty much the same car but different shape.

[@seb.]

In France, the ModelY SR+ is quite cheaper than Model 3 SR+

[@farmerfarmerer3847]

IMHO The Model 3 is a better driver than the Model Y. Enjoy.

[@scaras323]

Can you fit inside like 4 cement bags of like 25kg each so that lining doesnt drop ?

[@OmniGarage]

Yes. I have actually use this car to transport cement bags, you will have no trouble transporting four.

[@teslascozzies5537]

Wow great runthrough guys. Think you covered pretty much everything. We're still waiting on ours.... sooooon. We are definitely going to get our front windows tinted. We are also getting the wheels powder-coated black, because you are so right about those wheels. Shout out to your camera guy... does a great job. Love how you say TIZLA.

[@OmniGarage]

Haha, thanks for the kind comment! The camera man is the other half of Omni Garage - coincidently we’re both called Glenn. You’ll see both of us feature in many videos, and occasionally one of us plays cameraman while the other features in the video. We’re lucky to have each other when it comes to making videos like this, without needing to use a tripod! How much longer until yours arrives?

[@tomnoble1490]

What are you on. It’s bigger in every way than a CX5. 🤡

[@OmniGarage]

Dimension wise you’re correct - it’s longer. I think based on “feel” it’s smaller. Just the perception about shoulder width in the back seats.

[@OmniGarage]

Right….. The external dimensions of the MY is length 4751 mm, width 1921 mm (excluding mirrors). The external dimensions of the Mazda CX-5 is length 4575 mm, width 1845 mm (excluding mirrors). So from the outside the CX5 is larger than the MY. But when we were discussing the size comparison during the filming of this video it was in relation to the internal dimensions. In particular the size of the back seat. At this point, external sizes of both vehicles means jack all-internal size matters here. Internally the rear of the MY has head room of 1001 mm, shoulder room 1373 mm, and hip room of 1286 mm. Internally the rear of the Mazda CX-5 has a head room of 990 mm, shoulder room 1391 mm, hip room 1404 mm. So yes Omni Garages’ initial thoughts that the rear seating room of the MY is smaller than the CX5 but bigger than the CX3 still stands correct. The MY has no transmission tunnel and has a glass roof. Having personally experienced both of these vehicles the MY “appears” to have more space in the rear. This is based on the above differences. Unless you have experienced both vehicles then this feeling of “space” is difficult to appreciate from a spec sheet or a video. Happy to discuss…..

[@laloajuria4678]

sorry, what are you going on about? the size of a cx3? the model y is 7" longer, 3" wider, but 2" shorter than a cx5.......

[@OmniGarage]

I feel from having experience with these vehicles, it “feels” like it sits between the two models. The CX5 felt roomier in the back seat. No argument on the height though, the Model Y definitely has more head room, teamed up with the glass roof this makes the interior feel really spacious.

[@OmniGarage]

Right….. The external dimensions of the MY is length 4751 mm, width 1921 mm (excluding mirrors). The external dimensions of the Mazda CX-5 is length 4575 mm, width 1845 mm (excluding mirrors). So from the outside the CX5 is larger than the MY. But when we were discussing the size comparison during the filming of this video it was in relation to the internal dimensions. In particular the size of the back seat. At this point, external sizes of both vehicles means jack all-internal size matters here. Internally the rear of the MY has head room of 1001 mm, shoulder room 1373 mm, and hip room of 1286 mm. Internally the rear of the Mazda CX-5 has a head room of 990 mm, shoulder room 1391 mm, hip room 1404 mm. So yes Omni Garages’ initial thoughts that the rear seating room of the MY is smaller than the CX5 but bigger than the CX3 still stands correct. The MY has no transmission tunnel and has a glass roof. Having personally experienced both of these vehicles the MY “appears” to have more space in the rear. This is based on the above differences. Unless you have experienced both vehicles then this feeling of “space” is difficult to appreciate from a spec sheet or a video. Happy to discuss…..

[@HansKruse]

The model Y is bigger than a CX 5!

[@liberace2383]

Awesome review. Mine arriving next 2 weeks. Thanks for highlighting the charging cable. Tesla should hve let us purchase them together with the order. Any idea when it will be available in NZ.

[@OmniGarage]

I’m not too sure when they’ll be back in stock, I’m sorry. That’s super exciting that yours is only 2-weeks away! What options did you go with?

[@liberace2383]

We went for the white as it makes the vehicle look bigger and easier to maintain. Your grey look awesome and classy. Seems to have a better finish than the previous . Excellent choice

[@miggy8011]

My wife always told me that her phone took over was she had the better - smarter phone

[@OmniGarage]

Happy wife, happy life!

[@mandrei99]

When the car is 100% charged, does the regenrative braking work?

[@OmniGarage]

Yep, it’s just not as “strong” as when the battery is not at a full state of charge. But it will still regen even @ 100%

[@abrisvegas]

Great video I’m a future MY owner in Australia (haven’t ordered just yet, waiting for some incentives to be set in stone) For a long time I have flicked between wanting to upgrade the wheels or not. Two things that turn me off are the price and more so the ride quality compromise (according to a bunch of reviews). Recently a work colleague purchased a MY and got some black wheel covers (non-Tesla brand, purchased off aliexpress they told me) that looked AMAZING. I couldn’t tell they were covers. I knew they weren’t any of the options that can be ordered with the car so I assumed they were custom alloys, primarily because they had depth to them (ie not just a two dimensional cover). I’ll follow this comment with a link if KZbin lets me (Not that I want this to sound like a dodgy scam type comment)

[@OmniGarage]

Thanks for dropping a comment Aaron! Nice to hear about the alternate wheel covers, would be good to see a link as I’ve also stumbled across a number of these, but have never seen any in person to verify whether they’d actually look good in person!

[@drtbc]

Hi mate fellow Aussie here, do you have a link for the black wheel covers? Waiting for a good time to buy the Y too!

[@deficator750]

what happens when you have a flat tyre?lol

[@OmniGarage]

A lot of new cars these days don’t come with spare tyres. Lol. Check out tyre puncture sealant kits.

[@farmerfarmerer3847]

Excellent review. I picked up my Y, day after you. Coming from Model 3, I had noticed steering difference and changed to comfort also.

[@OmniGarage]

Thank you for commenting. What are your thoughts on the Model Y over the Model 3?

[@farmerfarmerer3847]

@@OmniGarage I wanted a Model Y from the get go, but settled on a Model 3 2022 in the meanwhile, since the Model Y seemed to be so far off, coming to NZ. The Y is so much more practical for me with the added ground clearance for my Rural roads and driveways. Getting in and out with the higher seats and seemingly bigger doors. Plus the more practical - large hatchback. Sadly I couldn't keep the Model 3, as well, which is a superb car.

[@kacatley9258]

Thanks for a great detailed review, guys! Hello from Texas! Hope to decide this week! MS or MY 🤔

[@MrPoumi]

Thanks for the car seat feedback even though it wasn't the news I wanted to hear 😭😭

[@OmniGarage]

Better to be informed than find out blindly! Do you have one on order?

[@MrPoumi]

@@OmniGarage na I held off thankfully

[@ApteraEV2024]

Great to see a Kiwi 🥝 EV, review 😉 ❤

[@OmniGarage]

Thank you!

[@jedoka]

What’s the range like on the rear wheel drive version?

[@OmniGarage]

It’s rated at 435KMs @ 100% charge state, but I think realistically, it’s more like 380.

[@claudevillari6868]

Hey from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@OmniGarage]

Hi Claude! Hope you enjoyed the video.

[@nileshprasad4306]

Does 2022 Model Y has Led Matrix Headlights? Thanks

[@OmniGarage]

I believe so!

[@nileshprasad4306]

Can you confirm when you get a chance? Thanks

[@seb.]

They do (Samsung Pixcell), *but* the feature is not activated 😭

[@ErvinKortsLaur]

Great! No ABC mumbo jumbo.

[@OmniGarage]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@andrewnewton9137]

Watching from UK, Great video

[@OmniGarage]

Thanks Andrew! Lots more content like this to come, so make sure to subscribe and let us know if there’s anything in particular you’re wanting us to cover.

[@garryhopkins]

You didn’t mention double pane glass on the side windows for sound insulation. Does your car have it on rear doors as well as the front doors?

[@OmniGarage]

Just the front glass.

[@fuselee6891]

Does it have fm radio?

[@OmniGarage]

Yes

[@liberace2383]

Hi, which insurance is your preferred choice for Tesla?

[@OmniGarage]

I’m insured through AMP for the Tesla. Lots of good options however! Do you have one arriving soon?

[@liberace2383]

@@OmniGarage Yes, 1 to 19 Sept. Next 2 weeks. Does AMP hve special for Tesla

[@OmniGarage]

Just standard insurance, but one of the better priced ones from the various quotes I had. Very exciting, I’m sure you’ll love it!

[@tjdawson8942]

does this have the castings ? front and rear ? or just rear ?

[@OmniGarage]

Sorry, not too sure what you mean by castings?

[@zhuangwu]

Excellent accent. I love it.

[@OmniGarage]

Haha, thank you!

[@maxflight777]

I’ve had my MY for 6 months ! The fresh air vents are superb. I would not want to return to the old style vents.

[@OmniGarage]

The design and integration of them on the display is a cool feature, except I find it annoying to accurately direct the air flow.

[@tomarascott2414]

💛✨

[@OmniGarage]

Thanks for the love!

[@maxflight777]

The bio defence mode actually pressurises the interior. That’s how it prevents smoke/ fume ingress.

[@OmniGarage]

Thank you for clearing that up.

[@bobuk5722]

Err, and how does it do that? Yup, by sucking air in from outside. Through the HEPA filter, it's that that keeps the air clean.

[@GunKaraka]

Do you think you'll bother getting aftermarket mags or will you stay with the Gemini's?

[@OmniGarage]

I think we’ll be sticking with the Gemini wheels at this stage. If we went with something different, it’d most likely not be an “official” Tesla wheel - we’d go full aftermarket.

[@GunKaraka]

@@OmniGarage there's a model Y RWD up the road from me in black, with after market black mags, and they've had the badges done in red. Looks mean.

[@seb.]

There's plenty of hubcaps for Geminis on aliexpress for under $200, you can either get same OEM design in various colors, or different designs.