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Model Y: Predictions

Discussion in 'Model Y' started by buttershrimp, Feb 17, 2018.

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What will be unique about the Model Y? Select any or all

  1. Automatic latching Frunk

    9.0%
  2. Tow Hitch

    33.7%
  3. Head's Up Display

    14.6%
  4. Falcon Wing Doors

    10.1%
  5. Nothing special except a Model 3 on stilts

    60.7%
  6. Other: write response

    3.4%
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  1. Boourns

    Boourns Active Member

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    It will have tow hitch available, be a hatchback (with auto close available), and otherwise be a tall model 3. And my wife will want one.
     
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  2. TaoJones

    TaoJones Beyond Driven

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    I’m in for the free unicorn.

    Other than that, I have exactly zero need for nor interest in a Model Y/CUV and continue to hold out hope thereafter for an F250/350-killer pickup truck.

    With that platform, a very serviceable single-parking space RV can be created. Tiny Homes of the EV Age, as it were.
     
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  3. Asymmetry

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    I'd gladly trade all gimmicks for a reliable well built car.

    I remember reading that the internal power will be 24v rather than 12v fro this model.
     
  4. gjunky

    gjunky Trifecta: Solar and both cars are EVs

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    The Falcon Wing doors were designed to make it easier to get into the third row of the Model X and also for putting child seats in the car easier. There is no good reason to have them on the Model Y and I really hope they won't (and we have an X).

    Now, suicide doors without a B-pillar, I might be in for that. Although it affects how the front and rear passengers exit (into the same space).

    +1 on the more squared rear to optimize interior cargo space
     
  5. jandkw

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    Falcon wing door or not, will reserve one when announced.
     
  6. Beryl

    Beryl Supporting Member

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    I’d like to reserve one now.
     
  7. Peteski

    Peteski Active Member

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    I predict they will sell a lot more Model Y than Model 3 in the UK where compact SUVs and hatchbacks rule over more conventional saloons/sedans.

    Falcon wing doors are IMHO extremely unlikely due to cost and production complexity. This is intended to be a profit making volume production car, so it will almost certainly have conventional doors like all other profit making volume production cars on the market.

    So I'm expecting a raised up M3 with bigger luggage space to take on the likes of the BMW X3 etc. Could be a great second family car if they get it right.
     
  8. ReverendTed

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    My fingers are crossed for a back that is dog-friendly. Easy entry and roomy enough for 3 oversized goofballs.
     
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