Is glass roof noisy?

[Ken7]

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Lovely.

 

[Garlan Garner]

Sorry for the simple question, but I notice in my current car a significant difference in noise when I close the moonroof fabric cover in the cabin. Even though the moonroof is closed, if I open the slider panel, I can hear noticeable wind noise, particularly at speed. I am curious if there is more noise through the glass roof? Any S/X owners have experience with this?

Answer to OP question.

NO. Its not noisy.

 

[Pinot.Noir]

I'm more worried about the amount of heat and glare coming in than the sound

The tinting is pretty heavy...too heavy in my opinion....but definitely no issues with heat or UV.

 

[S3XY]

In order to get the glass roof you need to purchase the Premium Upgrade Package. And what's included with the PUP? The premium audio system. BOOM, noise problem fixed.

 

[gambit48]

FWIW, I have 2 friends with the Model S. They think the all glass roof is noisy and would prefer to order a steel roof M3. Like with any subjective thing, I guess you've got people on all sides.

 

[Pinot.Noir]

FWIW, I have 2 friends with the Model S. They think the all glass roof is noisy and would prefer to order a steel roof M3. Like with any subjective thing, I guess you've got people on all sides.

Would you be willing to ask them to share a recording of the noise they are hearing from the solid glass roof? Very curious about their experiences based on mine.

 

[Shock-On-T]

No, it's completely silent.
The wind on the other hand...

 

[weak_pig]

what about the sound of raindrops hitting the glass roof during a heavy downpour as compared to a metal roof? Which is noisier?

 

[jelloslug]

Yup, I'm aware of that, thanks, but it only covers the front area and I'm also concerned about the aesthetics of it as opposed to a factory installed sunshade.

I have never felt like I needed a sunshade in my Model S. We have a Model S as a company car at work with the metal roof also and I really cannot tell much of a difference between it and mine with the pano roof.

 

[chronopc]

FWIW, I have 2 friends with the Model S. They think the all glass roof is noisy and would prefer to order a steel roof M3. Like with any subjective thing, I guess you've got people on all sides.

What about a glass roof makes it noisier than a metal roof?

 

[Zaphod]

What about a glass roof makes it noisier than a metal roof?

Glass roof has just one layer, the glass. Metal roof most likely has three layers; the outer metal, some insulation, and then the inner headliner. Theoretically more layers should be more quiet.

 

[Foxhound199]

What about a glass roof makes it noisier than a metal roof?

I don't think it's glass vs metal, but glass vs. soft interior materials lining the metal that can act as sound deadeners.