2021 Different Screens?

[B7Solar]

I’m in the market to buy a used Model S. I have been noticing that some of the 2021 Model S have the original tall center screen…..and some have the new wide center screen. What gives?

I much prefer the original tall screen, as it looks more integrated into the dash and doesn’t stick up above the top of the dash. Just a much cleaner look in my opinion

Thanks in advance!

 

[WhiteOnWhiteMY]

I’m in the market to buy a used Model S. I have been noticing that some of the 2021 Model S have the original tall center screen…..and some have the new wide center screen. What gives?

I much prefer the original tall screen, as it looks more integrated into the dash and doesn’t stick up above the top of the dash. Just a much cleaner look in my opinion

Thanks in advance!

Mid 2021 had a major refresh. It’s not just the screens, but includes a lot more changes as well. The ones with the horizontal screens should also have a yoke steering wheel.

 

[B7Solar]

Mid 2021 had a major refresh. It’s not just the screens, but includes a lot more changes as well. The ones with the horizontal screens should also have a yoke steering wheel.

Thank you. What other changes….other than the screen and the yoke wheel? (I don’t like the yoke)

 

[WiLz]

Thank you. What other changes….other than the screen and the yoke wheel? (I don’t like the yoke)

The refreshed Model S (built June 2021 and later, with the horizontal screen) have a LOT of changes, some of the main ones listed below. If you haven't yet, you should do a test drive in both the pre-refresh and refreshed cars to see which one fits your needs and budget (or at least watch some YouTube reviews).
- Much faster acceleration (that is usable repeatedly without as much degradation with decreasing state of charge).
- Much better interior materials and quality.
- Quieter interior.
- Ventilated (in addition to heated) front seats.
- Rear screen that can control rear climate controls and watch video content.
- Yoke with no stalks (turn signals on steering wheel, horn is a button, gear shifting is done on the screen).
- Multiple wireless phone chargers and USB-C ports (front & back).
- Wider fenders.
- Non-customizable driver display.

 

[B7Solar]

The refreshed Model S (built June 2021 and later, with the horizontal screen) have a LOT of changes, some of the main ones listed below. If you haven't yet, you should do a test drive in both the pre-refresh and refreshed cars to see which one fits your needs and budget (or at least watch some YouTube reviews).
- Much faster acceleration (that is usable repeatedly without as much degradation with decreasing state of charge).
- Much better interior materials and quality.
- Quieter interior.
- Ventilated (in addition to heated) front seats.
- Rear screen that can control rear climate controls and watch video content.
- Yoke with no stalks (turn signals on steering wheel, horn is a button, gear shifting is done on the screen).
- Multiple wireless phone chargers and USB-C ports (front & back).
- Wider fenders.
- Non-customizable driver display.

Thank you so much!!

 

[bmah]

Thank you. What other changes….other than the screen and the yoke wheel? (I don’t like the yoke)

There was/is a retrofit to go from a yoke to a conventional steering wheel, if that's the only thing holding you back. (Tesla has flip-flopped on this, as of this writing the steering wheel is the default on new builds, and the yoke is an added-cost option.)

I agree with @WiLz about trying to do a test drive in both cars if you can, to make a more informed decision.

Good luck!

Bruce.