The short version is the price difference between my trade-in value and the new car price was too big (~$30k) to justify keeping the X. Many of the extra ‘features’ on the X are actually not always that easy to live with, and I’m actually appreciating the simplicity of the Y at this point.
Some background- I had an M3 before the X and really liked it except the backseat was small and I wanted a hatchback. Both the X and Y are 7 seaters and the smaller interior is noticeable, but not substantially for my needs.
With the temporary $7500 discount (seems like a great deal now with the confusing tax credit situation) I couldn’t pass it up. Also my X was purchased pre-price increase, so I almost got all my $ back on the trade-in, including sales tax, even with 4500 miles on it. Teslas’s offer was much higher than competing online services like Carvana, etc.
Some things I like better about the Y, compared to X:
build quality- I haven’t found any defects yet whereas the X had 10 service visits in 6 months, including rattles, etc., although they were all fixed by the time I traded in.
Yoke vs wheel- I got used to the yoke quickly but still prefer the wheel. The material on the yoke feels plasticky whereas the wheel feels like real leather.
Suspension- air suspension seems cool but I haven’t noticed any real difference in ride quality with the springs.
Tow hitch- one the X, you have to remove the extender to install the cover plate. On the Y it’s all integrated.
Acceleration- The Y is slower but with the acceleration boost (from what I’ve heard- haven’t purchased yet) it should be comparable to X when not in launch mode.
Efficiency- obviously better which means faster/cheaper home charging, etc.
Automatic/falcon wing doors- very cool features but basically unnecessary and sometimes annoying/ embarrassing depending where you park.
Matrix headlights
Single screen is simpler to interact with and because it’s smaller, you don’t have to reach over as much and/or swivel. It also (currently) has more up to date features. Full screen fsd is also awesome but will hopefully come to S/X sometime.
Also, Bigger cup holders and quieter interior!
The X is a really amazing car and a feat of engineering, but is ideal for those who have unlimited funds, etc.
Anyway, just some feedback for those on the fence. Hopefully the USS features will be restored ‘soon’.
"Tesla Model Y Dual Motor Solid Black (2)" by Damian B Oh is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Admin note: Image added for Blog thumbnail.
Some background- I had an M3 before the X and really liked it except the backseat was small and I wanted a hatchback. Both the X and Y are 7 seaters and the smaller interior is noticeable, but not substantially for my needs.
With the temporary $7500 discount (seems like a great deal now with the confusing tax credit situation) I couldn’t pass it up. Also my X was purchased pre-price increase, so I almost got all my $ back on the trade-in, including sales tax, even with 4500 miles on it. Teslas’s offer was much higher than competing online services like Carvana, etc.
Some things I like better about the Y, compared to X:
build quality- I haven’t found any defects yet whereas the X had 10 service visits in 6 months, including rattles, etc., although they were all fixed by the time I traded in.
Yoke vs wheel- I got used to the yoke quickly but still prefer the wheel. The material on the yoke feels plasticky whereas the wheel feels like real leather.
Suspension- air suspension seems cool but I haven’t noticed any real difference in ride quality with the springs.
Tow hitch- one the X, you have to remove the extender to install the cover plate. On the Y it’s all integrated.
Acceleration- The Y is slower but with the acceleration boost (from what I’ve heard- haven’t purchased yet) it should be comparable to X when not in launch mode.
Efficiency- obviously better which means faster/cheaper home charging, etc.
Automatic/falcon wing doors- very cool features but basically unnecessary and sometimes annoying/ embarrassing depending where you park.
Matrix headlights
Single screen is simpler to interact with and because it’s smaller, you don’t have to reach over as much and/or swivel. It also (currently) has more up to date features. Full screen fsd is also awesome but will hopefully come to S/X sometime.
Also, Bigger cup holders and quieter interior!
The X is a really amazing car and a feat of engineering, but is ideal for those who have unlimited funds, etc.
Anyway, just some feedback for those on the fence. Hopefully the USS features will be restored ‘soon’.
"Tesla Model Y Dual Motor Solid Black (2)" by Damian B Oh is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Admin note: Image added for Blog thumbnail.
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