Model Y - Hands On

[icefree]

I'd like to know how the rear visibility compares to the M3. The Model S is quite poor in this regard.

Do you mean poor in the Model 3? The visibility (for me) is much better in my S (even with the middle headrest) compared to my 3. I can't see any headlights of cars close behind the 3. I can get a much better sense of traffic behind me with my S. I'm hoping the Y has a better rear view angle than the 3, but I suspect not, since the back hatch area is relatively tall.

 

[Slipstream76]

same here. Wanted to replace my Grand Cherokee with this. I only have 2 kids but we frequently have 3 in the back between kids friends, cousin, grand parent, etc.

I think he said that he actually measured the width of the rear seats and it was exactly the same as 3 not narrower like the manual says, which seems odd that Tesla would make an error. Nevertheless, its a bit disappointing that's its not wider in the back vs3.

 

[RoBoRaT]

@SilverSmith: does it have Pedestrian Warning System?

 

[cusetownusa]

I think he said that he actually measured the width of the rear seats and it was exactly the same as 3 not narrower like the manual says, which seems odd that Tesla would make an error. Nevertheless, its a bit disappointing that's its not wider in the back vs3.

right. I was hoping it was going to be 3” wider than the 3 considering the width of the car is 3” wider.

 

[KSilver2000]

I think he said that he actually measured the width of the rear seats and it was exactly the same as 3 not narrower like the manual says, which seems odd that Tesla would make an error. Nevertheless, its a bit disappointing that's its not wider in the back vs3.

Im not sure how hip room is measured exactly by each manufacturer, but I just cannot imagine that any of them would, on purpose or accident, publish numbers not in their favor.

As some mentioned, reason why I’m very curious is because 2 car seats in the rear of a 3 is already tight. Losing 1.8” with some of the car seats out there would make it somewhat impractical. Definitely won’t be able to put a car seat in the middle rear.

 

[Slumpey326]

Yeah I have 3 kids and was really hoping the Y would be alittle wider in the back than the 3. I have the 3 now which l love and was thinking about trading up for the Y. I can take delivery of the Y at the end of the month but might not anymore.

 

[SilverSmith]

Do you mean poor in the Model 3? The visibility (for me) is much better in my S (even with the middle headrest) compared to my 3. I can't see any headlights of cars close behind the 3. I can get a much better sense of traffic behind me with my S. I'm hoping the Y has a better rear view angle than the 3, but I suspect not, since the back hatch area is relatively tall.

I think rear mirror view is better than M3, still small, but not as bad.

 

[MY-Y]

Do you mean poor in the Model 3? The visibility (for me) is much better in my S (even with the middle headrest) compared to my 3. I can't see any headlights of cars close behind the 3. I can get a much better sense of traffic behind me with my S. I'm hoping the Y has a better rear view angle than the 3, but I suspect not, since the back hatch area is relatively tall.

No, I meant the Model S. The rear window looks quite small in the rear view mirror. I don't mind not seeing cars up close. I do mind losing the view width in the S.

 

[Fishy Fish]

Im not sure how hip room is measured exactly by each manufacturer, but I just cannot imagine that any of them would, on purpose or accident, publish numbers not in their favor.

As some mentioned, reason why I’m very curious is because 2 car seats in the rear of a 3 is already tight. Losing 1.8” with some of the car seats out there would make it somewhat impractical. Definitely won’t be able to put a car seat in the middle rear.

I suppose it's possible that rear seat hip room might be based simply on the width of the rear seat bench and since this is a different design than the model 3 seat that must also account for allowing passage to a third row in the future that the rear part of the bench might be not as wide at the 3's to allow a persons foot to slide through to a third row. So even if the width between the doors is the same, the rear corners of the seats might be narrower and the front of the seat bottom the same as the 3's

 

[SilverSmith]

@SilverSmith: does it have Pedestrian Warning System?

How do I know/test that?

 

[Chgd Up]

Could you measure the hatch dimensions height, width and diagonal opening when you have a chance please?

 

[RoBoRaT]

How do I know/test that?

From Model 3 manual...
It emits spaceship sound if equipped.

 

[SilverSmith]

From Model 3 manual...
It emits spaceship sound if equipped.View attachment 521734

I haven't noticed any sounds. My friend has the Audi eTron and there is nothing like that.

 

[house9]

What I have learned in the last 12 hours:

• There is no HomeLink (our M3 AWD has this included). I think you have to order it for $300 and have it physically installed.

Thanks for posting all the pics and information about your new Y and congratulations on the new car!

I think Model 3 stopped including Homelink in mid-2019, and yes it is $300 including installation:

- Automatic Garage Opener

 

[SilverSmith]

Updates:

• Charging bag only has the standard 120V 15A plug, the bigger 40A RV style isn't included like our M3.
• No AM radio, FM is included.
• No dual climate controls (Sync button isn't there when you change temp).
• Track Mode isn't there.

 

[SilverSmith]

Thanks for posting all the pics and information about your new Y and congratulations on the new car!

I think Model 3 stopped including Homelink in mid-2019, and yes it is $300 including installation:

- Automatic Garage Opener

Until they show that it supports the MY, I can't order it though. <sigh>

 

[VQTRVA]

Updates:

• Charging bag only has the standard 120V 15A plug, the bigger 40A RV style isn't included like our M3.
• No AM radio, FM is included.
• No dual climate controls (Sync button isn't there when you change temp).
• Track Mode isn't there.

This has got to be a software versioning issue.
Majorly odd!

 

[RoBoRaT]

This has got to be a software versioning issue.
Majorly odd!

Must be SW issue. The manual says it equipped like in the 3 manual.

 

[sharks19]

This has got to be a software versioning issue.
Majorly odd!

It must be because it says it should be there in the manual.

 

[SilverSmith]

Could you measure the hatch dimensions height, width and diagonal opening when you have a chance please?

It is 27.5" from the deck to the top center (it curves a bit though, so edges will be less depending on the width of the cargo.
It is 37" width, measured between the wheel hubs.