Next generation seats - how to tell?

[ayavner]

Is there a dividing line (model year, VIN, etc) that tells you if a Model S has the newer "next generation" seats? Most seem to agree that they are pretty comfortable compared to the previous attempt. Can one tell by looking?

Just curious, I am still on the hunt for my perfect (for me) model S, and comfortable seats is near the top of the list. Unfortunately budget won't stretch to new, so I'll want to be sure whatever I get at least has those as an option.

cheers

 

[KalJoMoS]

Quick search with google gave this result, photos of first and second generation and an article about this.

 

[ayavner]

Thanks for that... my search-fu was weak. I didn't realize there was more than just "original" and "next gen". The More You Know!

 

[RWerksman]

Here is the best guide on Tesla seats that I've found:

 

[ucmndd]

Here is the best guide on Tesla seats that I've found:

Good overview.

I have the Next Gen seats in my 2016 and while I think they’re better for most people than the early seats (and certainly look better), being very tall I had a hard time finding a comfortable seating position and still don’t really love them.

I’ve had a few short stints in the Premium 2017+ seats and I think they’re better all around for most body types. Certainly more comfortable for me.

 

[FlatSix911]

Here is the best guide on Tesla seats that I've found:

Great summary video. I prefer the Next Gen 3 seats that were made by Recaro... they had the best support for sport or track driving.

 

[ucmndd]

I prefer the Next Gen 3 seats that were made by Recaro... they had the best support for sport or track driving.

Definitely true, they're the most aggressive by a good margin. But for me at least, that sacrifices some comfort during long drives.

 

[BrokerDon]

2015 P85D+ Recaro Next Gen rear seats. MUCH better looking and keep passengers in place better too.

 

[BrokerDon]

2015 P85D+ Recaro Next Gen front seats. Very comfortable even on long drives. Love ‘em.

 

[Darthracing]

I want those tan seats and bolsters in my 2014
I can find them but suspect it might look odd to have one or both fronts in black...