Notes on MPP Comfort
OK, after a few weeks with the MPP Comfort Coilovers, here are my impressions. It’s important to note that I’ve got a 2022 MYP that was pre- “comfort suspension,” and before I got the coilovers I got some 19” wheels with some extra rubber for sidewall protection from T-Sportline. The 19” wheels helped the ride somewhat. I have only driven with the MPPs set to the most “comfort” setting and the car at stock MYP ride height. I may lower it half an inch…maybe.
NOTE: if you’re going to comment below with “what did you expect, you bought a sports car,” please kindly take your commentary elsewhere. The stock suspension sucks, particularly on the MYP, even more so on 2022 and earlier, even for a sports car. Sorry. If you like it, good for you. I didn’t and many don’t.
So: the TL;DR is:
Worth it to me, I’m very happy I spent the money. This is, truly, the suspension the car should ship with particularly at this price point.
The not-quite-so-short version:
You’ve got a $65-70K car here, spending an extra $4K (parts plus install) should probably be within your budget. If you’re stretching to buy the MY, and can’t easily pay cash for the coilovers and install, maybe don’t bother, particularly if you’ve got a MYLR with the newer “comfort suspension.” If ride is important to you and you’re looking at buying a Model Y but can’t swing this upgrade, run away from the MYP unless you like a *very* sporty ride.
And the even longer version:
The ride is much improved from the stock suspension and Uberturbines that came with the MYP. I’m not saying this is Lincoln Continental territory - if that’s what you’re looking for then this isn’t it. This is approaching stock BMW 3-series suspension feel…I think. The last 3-series I drove was some 20 years ago, YMMV. Maybe Lexus sports sedan? Still not soft, but composed.
The biggest difference is the lack of harshness. I’m still feeling much of the road, but expansion joints and small bumps (< 1” deep/2’ across potholes and manhole covers) are just much softer hits. They’re there…just not harsh. Rather than hit the rubber stops for the tiniest of bumps, I’m riding on springs. So nice!
Another way to describe it would be the stock suspension, particularly with the Uberturbines, feels “nervous, or crashy.” I don’t get that feeling anymore, the car feels much more composed.
Body lean through corners is way, way improved, even on the most “comfortable” setting. Highway-to-highway flyovers, which are normally posted as a 45-50MPH affair, were just not comfortable with the stock suspension and I’d regularly take them at 5 MPH under the posted speed because of the lean. With the MPPs, I’m able to take those at posted speed or even 5-10 MPH over with confidence and comfort. Surface street 90 degree corners are wonderful. If you’re familiar, my MYP now feels almost exactly like my MYLR felt in corners and curves.
At the end of the day, I’m really pleased. I think I’ll put maybe 40% of the lack of harshness on my 19” wheels and tires, and 60% on the MPPs. Body lean and composure is all MPP. I think if you were looking for a more composed, sporty ride, these are likely awesome at the tighter settings. I’m not going to go there and try it - but it’s a great ride. I have a feeling I’d even find it acceptable with the Uberturbines - but I’ve already bought the 19”ers (thank you T-Sportline!) and I’m not a fan of the Uberturbine look.
Side note: if you’re anywhere near Houston, and you’ve got your new MYLR, I’ve got some Uberturbines for sale…
If you’re looking for that Lincoln Continental ride, this isn’t it, even with 19” wheels. It’s still a bit sporty, you’re still going to know the bumps are there. You might try the Ohlins versions which others have discussed here. But I have a feeling that if you want that Lincoln Continental ride, a Model Y that has what amounts to a truck rear suspension just might not be your best choice.
OK, after a few weeks with the MPP Comfort Coilovers, here are my impressions. It’s important to note that I’ve got a 2022 MYP that was pre- “comfort suspension,” and before I got the coilovers I got some 19” wheels with some extra rubber for sidewall protection from T-Sportline. The 19” wheels helped the ride somewhat. I have only driven with the MPPs set to the most “comfort” setting and the car at stock MYP ride height. I may lower it half an inch…maybe.
NOTE: if you’re going to comment below with “what did you expect, you bought a sports car,” please kindly take your commentary elsewhere. The stock suspension sucks, particularly on the MYP, even more so on 2022 and earlier, even for a sports car. Sorry. If you like it, good for you. I didn’t and many don’t.
So: the TL;DR is:
Worth it to me, I’m very happy I spent the money. This is, truly, the suspension the car should ship with particularly at this price point.
The not-quite-so-short version:
You’ve got a $65-70K car here, spending an extra $4K (parts plus install) should probably be within your budget. If you’re stretching to buy the MY, and can’t easily pay cash for the coilovers and install, maybe don’t bother, particularly if you’ve got a MYLR with the newer “comfort suspension.” If ride is important to you and you’re looking at buying a Model Y but can’t swing this upgrade, run away from the MYP unless you like a *very* sporty ride.
And the even longer version:
The ride is much improved from the stock suspension and Uberturbines that came with the MYP. I’m not saying this is Lincoln Continental territory - if that’s what you’re looking for then this isn’t it. This is approaching stock BMW 3-series suspension feel…I think. The last 3-series I drove was some 20 years ago, YMMV. Maybe Lexus sports sedan? Still not soft, but composed.
The biggest difference is the lack of harshness. I’m still feeling much of the road, but expansion joints and small bumps (< 1” deep/2’ across potholes and manhole covers) are just much softer hits. They’re there…just not harsh. Rather than hit the rubber stops for the tiniest of bumps, I’m riding on springs. So nice!
Another way to describe it would be the stock suspension, particularly with the Uberturbines, feels “nervous, or crashy.” I don’t get that feeling anymore, the car feels much more composed.
Body lean through corners is way, way improved, even on the most “comfortable” setting. Highway-to-highway flyovers, which are normally posted as a 45-50MPH affair, were just not comfortable with the stock suspension and I’d regularly take them at 5 MPH under the posted speed because of the lean. With the MPPs, I’m able to take those at posted speed or even 5-10 MPH over with confidence and comfort. Surface street 90 degree corners are wonderful. If you’re familiar, my MYP now feels almost exactly like my MYLR felt in corners and curves.
At the end of the day, I’m really pleased. I think I’ll put maybe 40% of the lack of harshness on my 19” wheels and tires, and 60% on the MPPs. Body lean and composure is all MPP. I think if you were looking for a more composed, sporty ride, these are likely awesome at the tighter settings. I’m not going to go there and try it - but it’s a great ride. I have a feeling I’d even find it acceptable with the Uberturbines - but I’ve already bought the 19”ers (thank you T-Sportline!) and I’m not a fan of the Uberturbine look.
Side note: if you’re anywhere near Houston, and you’ve got your new MYLR, I’ve got some Uberturbines for sale…
If you’re looking for that Lincoln Continental ride, this isn’t it, even with 19” wheels. It’s still a bit sporty, you’re still going to know the bumps are there. You might try the Ohlins versions which others have discussed here. But I have a feeling that if you want that Lincoln Continental ride, a Model Y that has what amounts to a truck rear suspension just might not be your best choice.
