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I was very disappointed that the Model 3 didn't have a hatchback.I always thought Tesla should have done the Y first, and if they had, there probably would have never been a 3.
The Model 3 felt a little like a prototype and I'm hoping the Y is a little more refined. So far, I'm finding that to be the case.
Did Tesla bought back the car?There are other reasons too as my 3 was involved in a hit and run and the car never felt right after getting fixed (by Tesla's own body shop).
I'm seriously thinking of the trading in my Model 3 for the Y because it seems to fix all of the small issues I have with the 3 like:I did.
In addition to the storage space, I like the idea of being higher off the ground. I hated the poor visibility out the back of the 3 and this prevented my wife from ever wanting to drive it. The Y is worlds better in this respect. AP being included was a big bonus as well.
I always thought Tesla should have done the Y first, and if they had, there probably would have never been a 3. The Model 3 felt a little like a prototype and I'm hoping the Y is a little more refined. So far, I'm finding that to be the case.
There are other reasons too as my 3 was involved in a hit and run and the car never felt right after getting fixed (by Tesla's own body shop).
Is that you in the video? Well done!I still have the 3 and my wife now has a Y.
The main draws for us on the Y are the hatchback making the storage space so much more usable, more rear seat space, the larger glass roof, and the higher ride height.
On the 3, we mainly like the better efficiency (and range) and lower price.
Here's a bit more, if you're interested:
In my experience, the cabin noise is considerably less than the Model 3. I had a 7/18 car, so I don't know if they changed things after that.I'm seriously thinking of the trading in my Model 3 for the Y because it seems to fix all of the small issues I have with the 3 like:
However, I am trying to be reasonable as I've only had my Model 3 for a year and would end up paying an additional ~$20k to get the Model Y. Also, because I have a 6/18 M3 I have a few features which I really like that are either no longer included or available that I would lose upgrading to the Y. None of these are deal breakers but it's part of my decision-making process as it increases overall cost if I want these features:
- Ground clearance
- Hatchback
- Cargo Space
- Decreased cabin noise (from most reports)
How did you rationalize upgrading to the Y and what do you think it ultimately cost you?
- No plastic/solid dead pedal (Not sure what aftermarket options are available)
- No frunk mat (~$50)
- No Auto-dimming side mirrors (Not sure this is available aftermarket)
- No pre-installed Homelink ($300)
- No door pocket lights (Maybe can DIY for $30 if wiring exists)
- No premium connectivity for life ($120/yr)
- Lose various aftermarket mods installed in M3 (Soundproofing, console vinyl, trunk roof mat, etc.)
Also, how are you finding the efficiency on the Y? - I have the LR RWD so have generally great range but saw a real world range test of the Model Y where it only got about 250-260 miles out of 315 rated.
Is that you in the video? Well done!
Thanks for the candid response. I feel very similar to you but I do happen to take more trips in the car and we are 1 car household. The irony is of course that the Model Y is more functional for trips but also is less efficient and has less range.In my experience, the cabin noise is considerably less than the Model 3. I had a 7/18 car, so I don't know if they changed things after that.
There is a nice place to put your left foot. I don't know if you've seen the car or not, but that's not an issue at all (for me).
Frunk mat - I really don't care. I can count on one hand the amount of times I put anything in the frunk on the Model 3. I could easily cut a piece of carpet to fit.
Mirrors -Yeah, that concerns me. I haven't driven much at night, but haven't had a problem so far. I'm getting the windows tinted Wednesday, so that will probably alleviate any potential issues. If not, I'll get the mirrors tinted with 70% or something.
Homelink - I shelled out the $300. It sucks, but I can't really expect people who don't have Homelink to subsidize my unit.
Pocket lights - Didn't know. The pockets on the car are super deep too.
Connectivity - yes, this sucks
I can't really rationalize the cost. After rebates on the Model 3 are taken into consideration, it cost me about 20k. It's money flushed down the toilet. I'm lucky enough to be able to flush some money every now and then without hurting me too bad.
As far as the efficiency goes, my Model 3 was horrible. The Model Y is equally horrible, but most of my driving is on the freeway @80MPH. I might get 200 miles on a 90% charge. I don't travel with the car too much. I can charge for free at work and have solar at home, so it doesn't cost me anything.
Yes, you really have.I've done well in life. In many aspects.
I am thankful.
This is my use case as well. I recently was making my way up to Mt. Colchuck and bottomed out once or twice on some deep potholes on the way up. Had to abort and do the lake trail about a third of the way up because I was afraid it would get worse so ground clearance is much needed. I have been looking into lift kits to improve that for the M3 but the MY would solve most of these issues (just for a lot more $).I also didn't realize how much how low the car is would bother me. I go camping a lot and the bottom of the car would scrape sometimes. One other expected use was car-camping. Once they added camp mode I slept in my 3 on road trips about 5 times. While it works in the 3 it's more comfortable in the Y. The hatchback is a huge win over the trunk in the 3.
This is my use case as well. I recently was making my way up to Mt. Colchuck and bottomed out once or twice on some deep potholes on the way up. Had to abort and do the lake trail about a third of the way up because I was afraid it would get worse so ground clearance is much needed. I have been looking into lift kits to improve that for the M3 but the MY would solve most of these issues (just for a lot more $).
Was planning a trip to Banff and Whistler for this year that I sadly do not think will happen since the world doesn't want us visiting any more
I did.
In addition to the storage space, I like the idea of being higher off the ground. I hated the poor visibility out the back of the 3 and this prevented my wife from ever wanting to drive it. The Y is worlds better in this respect. AP being included was a big bonus as well.
I always thought Tesla should have done the Y first, and if they had, there probably would have never been a 3. The Model 3 felt a little like a prototype and I'm hoping the Y is a little more refined. So far, I'm finding that to be the case.
There are other reasons too as my 3 was involved in a hit and run and the car never felt right after getting fixed (by Tesla's own body shop).