Yup, being a more modular single unit, I fully expect a third party to remanufacture them in a few years, making for an easy swap in case they fail. Unlike Ford where they dont even have a heat pump but still have pieces of the system and hoses everywhere.
As one who services his own cars, I'm more impressed with, no brake jobs; oil, coolant and filter changes; no starter, alternator, spark plug, O2 sensor or catalyst breakdowns.
Same with me. I own a 2015 BMW with about 115K miles on it and do practically all my own maintenance. I would love to ditch oil/filter changes, buying gas, gaskets and seals breaking deteriorating, spark plug changes and all other maintenance involved with ICE cars. 🙏🏾 I only average about 250 miles of driving over 2 weeks too so charging at my house which is solar would be great. It’s a no brainer to go EV for me. I know it’s not for everyone. Can’t deny the future.
most people missed the point on EV, convenience under the """conditions""" - home charging, less than the range per day, not much road trips per year, price < $60k, minimum maintenance. If you meet this condition, it's so good. 5 years of ownership, zero problem. yes, you can argue some maintenance on ICE car is nothing. OK, how about skipping the gas station trips everyweek? If this time saving doesn't matter, your choice. EV is not for everyone.
best car reviewer on youtube. no frills, like a lecture done by an academic level ( not boring type) explanation, seeing channels like this take over bring joy to my heart.
@@bkparque No, they clearly are not. He expounds clearly and thoroughly on the thermal management capability, which he states early and often that he is very impressed by. But Musk also made a big deal out of redesigning manufacturing and how his cars were going to have better builds for less money - and as he also pointed out, the fit and finish of these cars in their price class is equally clearly not up to standards. I thought his comment that Musk would be better off licensing the innovations to car companies that know how to build them well was excellent. Maybe Musk could then dedicate his spare time to figuring out how to build a colony on Mars once his rockets can get people there.
I’m a mechanical engineer specializing in HVAC. I appreciate your excellent video on the heat pump technology on the Tesla. Well presented sir. Love all your videos. Entertaining and knowledgeable and honest. Thank you.
He’s ridiculous. I mean what person would twist an interior door handle like that to elicit a sound he doesn’t like just for show. If honestly you take what he says seriously, I got ocean front property to sell you in Arizona. 🤦🏼♂️
@@mathieubarquerre7420 The example is just way out there. I’ve worked around cars for 35 years including at Car and Driver, in racing, at a car dealership, consulting to Motor Trend and consulting to major manufacturers. I’ve definitely seen it all. That crap is way over the top. Anyone can do that on ANY car and claim it’s a “fault” of the car/manufacturer. When really it’s the fault of the one guy twisting the car’s interior door handle in a way 99.99% of car owners never do. Happens when people WANT to complain about something they have a “bone to pick” with. It’s not a real experience to the vast, vast majority of people.
@@mannyfernandez6860 You ever look at other makes? They all have gap and fit and finish problems unless it’s hand built like Rolls Royce. A noob won’t notice anything.
What is extremely impressive is that the two electric heaters that heat the coolant are actually the electric motors. They tune the timing of the magnetic field in the motor so that it is less efficient and uses more energy thus creating more heat.
That is one way. The new Model 3 uses the heat from a compressor to make the heat pump work when it is very cold... Chief engineer has been doing a lot of interviews lately...
I've watched dozens of Tesla reviews, and this is the first review that touched on what's under the hood and the practicalities. Thank you, i'm a big fan especially on the Lexus and Toyota reviews.
Yes! That was an excellent introduction to the complex energy management system. I guess it is definitely state of the art… or better [if that’s possible]. This video definitely drove that point home. Previously, I was unaware of the complexity and genius associated with the thermodynamic ‘side’ of Tesla vehicles. 32:56
Toyota and Lexus need to get their crap together on EVs. They prepared customers for EVs and then decided not to make them. 16% of Tesla’s customers are former Toyota owners.
3 years ago I traded in my BMW 535I for a Tesla Model S and 6 months ago my wife traded in her BMW Model 325I for a Tesla Model 3 and we couldn't be happier. Both BMWs were expensive to maintain and drove like tractors, compared to our Teslas. We live in cold Minnesota and have never had an issue with range. We drive my S to Florida every winter and drove it to Seattle and back this past summer. You didn't even mention their best feature..... their full self driving capability. I use it every time I get in the car, and it drives me to wherever I want to go. I ALWAYS pay attention and monitor the drive, but it's gotten so good with the last few updates, that interventions are extremely rare. It's not perfect but getting better every month with over-the-air updates. Only 1 minor maintenance issue, but a technician came out to our home and fixed it quickly, 2 days after I scheduled it on the app. We won't ever go back to gas cars.
I own a Model Y. It doesn't rattle, squeak, no parts fall off of it, the seats are very comfortable, the AC/heat works really well, and it's a pleasure to drive. I've driven BMWs and Mercedes in the same price class, and I'd trade the Tesla drive performance and system for a luxury facade any day.
When I first bought my Toyota hybrid I said that it would take a lot for me to go back to plain ICE cars. I drove a Tesla 3 RWD Long Range and a BYD Dolphin last weekend and it feels like my Toyota is a dinosaur now 🤣🤣🤣
I bought the based MY HW4 just 4 months ago and already done over 7000 km. It's the best vehicle I've driven, period. The handling is better than the go-kart like Mini Cooper S Turbo that I upgraded from. The best way to describe driving a MY is like discovering a sharp knife after using all dull knives your entire life. Edit: my MY is made in China, that's probably why it has a better built than the one in this review. 😂
@theodorev666 it's short hand for Model Y Hardware 4. I think you need at least HW4 for your Tesla to be autonomous. So the promise Musk made years ago that all Tesla can be autonomous from the factory, even with HW3, could be a bit of a lie. Unless in the future, they can optimize HW3 for fully autonomous somehow.
I am looking into buying a Tesla soon . What’s the highest level Tesla off of the ground . I can’t get into a low profile car . Bad knees . What does Tesla make that’s not too low to the ground ?
This is the best overall review I’ve seen so far for a Tesla . I learned more about Tesla in 20 minutes than I’ve known for the last 3 years of driving one. A very comprehensive review of a most complex vehicle. Thank you.
Actually simpler than an internal combustion engine. Don’t confuse new engineering with complex engineering. It’s not German over engineered madness. Nothing to maintain. I don’t want one because electric cars run on coal which is just silly. An internal combustion engine is a marvel of complexity especially with all the emissions nonsense added.
@@BeefNEggs057 (a) Not all grids are powered by coal; increasingly few are. (b) EVs are much more efficient than ICE, so even running off coal-generated electricity, the amount of CO2 generated is less.
How has it held up? I’m considering a Tesla but have been pretty resistant until recently. Are you on the original battery? Any other issues? How has Tesla been to deal with as a company?
@@runnikee6986 Original battery was replaced at 65k, not fatal but Tesla just decided to replace it. Initially told me it will be fixed. I have original motors. Door handles were disaster, total 8 replaced, nowadays seems to be Ok. Overall, i am very positive and would consider buying model s again. Used one… Model 3 and y could be different story. This car is for someone who does a lot of driving due to cheap operating cost. ( electricity is not taxed yet), maintanace is cheaper due to less moving parts, I did brakes only once, after 120k. If you are looking for perfect interior- this is not for you. In my case, i like simplicity. Big screen with gps makes life much easier on daily basis along with effortless acceleration. Not from 0-60 but 60-90. During long trips it is less tiring.
@@runnikee6986Honestly, if I were you I wouldn’t, look at something else. The build quality is just woeful, everything there is nasty. I agree with this reviewer, the teslas are brilliant in so many ways but where they are bad just outstrips the good. I even went and looked at a new 6th month 2024 Tesla, it was horrendous at best. Yes, goes like the showers of shit but a really truely horrible drive. I’m not anti ev or anti Tesla, I just wish they’d get with it but they haven’t, they have no plan to. Junk.
I own a Tesla Model Y and agree with you in all aspects of your review. It rattles, it has got a cheap interior & everything is fragile. 5 Months after the purchase, the windshield got a stress crack. You need to wait for months to get your car fixed due to the lack of enough service centers... Really appreciate your honest review. Im just addicted to your videos. Currently thinking of buying a ICE car and the moment I like a model, I just come and search for your review video. Great job and keep doing more and more.
I have 2022 Model 3, both my daughters have 2022 Model Y 's. The build quality on all 3 cars is excellent. No squeaks or rattles, very good panel gaps. The difference is that we live in the UK and the cars were built in Shanghai.
I have a 21 model y and it’s the best car I ever had. Went from a Mercedes ml 350 which gave me nothing but problems. Windshield leak- $400 just to diagnose. Transfer case went out- $4500.
After warranty I wouldn't go back to the Benz dealer. The good mechanics get some training there, then go out on their own. So you're paying to train novices.
@@thibui765 Have a toyota carola 2010 has just under 220 thousand miles standerd trans have changed tires, oil changes, one battery and just did front brakes at 200 thousand miles new the car cost 17 thousand. Would not spend the money they want on a battery opp. car.
I have owned a '22 Model 3P for about a year and a half now and I love it. It's not perfect - the interior rattles (intermittenly) more than probably anything else in its price range, and the paint quality could be better...but other than that, it's so enjoyable to own and drive and so easy to live with. I don't think I'd want to go back to ICE.
There are other EV options in Tesla price ranges that have much, much better build quality and other car things (and arguably the looks), it's not Tesla or ICE anymore. If I was buying an automotive heat exchange system / battery management, sure, I'd get one from Tesla Motors, but when buying a car other things matter as well.
@@zwerko Tesla has been at it the longest and has the biggest, most reliable charging network. That's a huge selling point for many, but less of an issue now that they are allowing other mfr's to use the SC's. To each his/her own.
Found out what that rattling is - it isn't actually inside the interior - it is coming from the frunk. There is a video about it on YT someone created. It is clips on this large plastic piece. Might be missing clips or loose ones... Funny thing is - found similar issue with my partners Mazda and fixed it as well. Please hope you see this...
Great reviewer, I’m a model 3 owner and love my car for the minimal interior and modern exterior, but love tech. Teslas are not for everybody but that’s why they make so many different cars for everyone’s taste and budget
I'm not an engineer but I have had a Tesla Model 3 for 5 years. I am 60 and I have never driven a car that drives and handles so well (including premium brands). Rattles and squeaks? Not in my car, perhaps mine is the exception. Zero maintenance, no more gas stations, quiet, comfortable premium driving experience. But what do I know, I only have 5 years every day experience of Tesla.
I agree I have a model 3 21 yes to fit and finish is not like a Mercedes or Bentley and honestly I don't need 150 buttons in my car.. I like that it's so simple.. but yet so advance. I don't have any creaky noises 😂
I agree as well It’s very quiet however with a big asterisk people don’t understand that because these cars are heavy that they require a stiffer suspension therefore the ride can be a bit harsh but not to the point people tend to exaggerate
Wow. What an eye opener of a review. What an austere interior. It'd be awesome if the technology were licensed to Toyota or Lexus. Imagine how nice the rest of the car could be.
I own a Tesla mdY 24 and I think this review is totally honest, only real car enthusiasts agree with him, others keep praising about how fast and low maintenance a Tesla is and forgot about the workmanship of a car maker. Turn off your music and drive through rough road such as East LA, you will feel how bad the suspension and cheap parts rattle in your Tesla...Keep in mind since it first release model, Tesla has been listened to customer s and constantly improve their car
@@vinlataI have a new 2024 X October build. It’s solid, quiet, and comfortable. There are no hard plastics, all soft touch materials. Panel gaps are perfect. No rattles or creaks on the interior. Software updates and new features keep coming. One pedal driving is a joy. Will never get another ICE vehicle. I’m finished with all the maintenance that goes along with them. This is my second X. My first one was a 2017, they are much improved since then.
I have a new 2024 X October build. It’s solid, quiet, and comfortable. There are no hard plastics, all soft touch materials. Panel gaps are perfect. No rattles or creaks on the interior. Software updates and new features keep coming. One pedal driving is a joy. Will never get another ICE vehicle. I’m finished with all the maintenance that goes along with them. This is my second X. My first one was a 2017, they are much improved since then.
The front also slopes down dramatically to improve the view of the road. It's one of my favorite things about my Tesla. You look out the windshield, and you see virtually no hood to obstruct the view of the road in front of you. Feels safe and go-kart-like. I love it so much :) I've got a reservation on a Rivian R2, and I'm not sure I'm gonna go for it for several reasons (but I may). One of the things I'm not into is seeing a big damn hood in my view out the windshield again.
Bro, where were you all this time? Why didn't you come in my life earlier? I'm so happy to have found a single channel I can come to for a full 360 degree review. Totally unbiased and value adding. Thanks man. Keep up the good work!
I have watched so many of your videos to gain knowledge about the 2013 Lexus I owned, and all of a sudden I am here again to learn about the new car I just bought 😂 Same amount of detail- no idea why you call yourself a Toyota only mechanic, you are the best mechanic i have ever run across (without getting any work done by you). Really appreciate the time you put into all the reviews and repair videos you do.
a toyota mechanic?...no wonder there was no mention of AI or FSD. Maybe he can explain the Toyota Mirage...wait ...never mind ...there's no explanation for it.
I love this guy on the way he explain things on any video, very clear and very professional, but with knowing all these “bad” things about Tesla, I still went and bought the latest 2023 MYLR, and I will make sure no gaps and rattles are with me period, before I head home from Service Center
Hey TCCN Auto! I'm not too far from you guys :) Thanks for the review and your thoughts. Just want to point out a few things to help out some of your viewers. I have ridden in many Teslas over the years, and own a few currently. What I can say about the build quality is this: Yes, Tesla is a new company and they do not have their manufacturing all ironed out quite yet...BUT...that does not mean that ALL Teslas are bad. There is certainly a handful that leaves the factory with panel gaps and rattles. Many do not. The reason that the Model Y looks like a tall Model 3 is because of its economies of scale. The Model Y shares 70% of the exact same parts as the Model 3, so they can build more of them faster and cheaper. Also, you've got a good eye...the stalks and window switches come directly from the Mercedes parts bin. Speaking of the interior, there is a reason for the minimalist interior, and it's a genius move. They purposely put all of the "buttons and switches" on the center touchscreen so they can be upgraded via free over-the-air software updates. In 10 years from now, a 2023 Honda Civic will still have its physical buttons where they were placed in the factory, so whatever design fad was going on in 2023 will still be there. It will look dated in 10 years. On this Tesla, they can upgrade the user interface of the screen...move buttons to better locations...change the size or color of them...the sky's the limit. It will still look modern in 10 years thanks to the software updates. Lastly, the "cheapness" that you're feeling isn't just a Tesla thing. I go to the Chicago Auto Show every year and look at all the latest cars, especially EVs. I sat in every EV there last year, and none of them were as nice as my Tesla. The cheap, hard plastics in the Hyundai, Kia, Subaru, Nissan...you name it...just weren't good. The BMW EVs were nicer to the touch, but the electronics and UI of their screen were simply inferior. Don't even get me started on 3rd party charging networks for other brands to use. Tesla is the total package. By the way, I consider myself a car guy first. I still own gas cars too, but I really love driving my EVs. Great video, thanks for sharing!
@@mikev4634they are solid efforts but their range and efficiency compared to the size of their batteries is inferior compared to Tesla. They also cannot be updated over the air as easily and they need 3rd party charging which is much less reliable. So why would you pay as much or more for a car with inferior tech, range, ability to upgrade and substandard charging infrastructure?
@@mikev4634 brother I wasn’t a Tesla fanboy until AFTER I bought the car. The car is so good it turned me into one. Before I bought mine, the car I wanted so bad was the Kia Stinger. I was obsessing over that car…until I sat in one. I just couldn’t get over paying that much for such a cheap interior. All the touch points were hard plastic, and it felt just like their budget cars. So I decided to buy American! Tesla is the most American built car in the world.
I find that car reviewers are using traditional car standards while reviewing EVs. Not to long ago, a car with 300 hp, leather seats, and a good sound system had the total package. EVs have changed everything.
An honest review done by someone who actually knows how cars work. 99% of other car "reviewers" wouldn't know where to begin if they wanted to remove the frunk lining to see what's inside the car. Points raised about build quality and the materials are a very valid. I would also add the weird design of the wheels - you are guaranteed to damage them. The car isn't cheap so people should expect something else. I don't know what the profit margin on the MY is but M3 was something around 25% which is a lot. Some of this money could be redirected into improving the interior. I hope "Juniper" will be a big step forward since, like you said, other car manufacturers will eventually catch up. With that being said, I would rather have a car with awesome tech and cheap interior rather than the other way round.
This dude is a shill who bashes cars he sees as a threat to a mechanic business. A Tesla will be in the shop aft less than most cars on the road and he hates them for that. He's not an engineer either and has no understanding of the term "usability" Tesla are the easiest daily drivers. Period. He said he speaks for the rest of the world but the average person desires a Tesla and the best selling car last year was a Model Y.
Yes, the I was surprised at how easily the wheels can be damaged on my Model 3. However, having rented SEVERAL 2023-2024 cars including a Hyundai Sante Fe, a Toyota RAV 4, a Nissan Rogue and a Nissan Murano. While the Sante Fe and Murano had slightly more plush interiors, they weren't really better. The touch screens in all of those ICE cars were cheap, buggy and frustrating to use compared to the Model 3. There was a LOT of plastic in all of these cars. The Santa Fe had softer, but not better seats and the door and dashboard trims were similar. So, clearly you don't know what you are talking about when you say that the Model 3 interior is "cheap." The one fault of the Model 3 is that it does have road noise, but it is about the same as the ICE cars I have rented. The Toyota RAV 4 had atrocious road noise, and the Nissan Rogue and Murano had similar road noise. The Santa Fe was a little better. The other criticism of the Model 3 is its firm ride. But considering it is as fast a several Porsche models, it makes sense that it should have sports car tuned suspension. Regardless, the 2024 Model 3 addressed all of these issues and it is one of the most luxurious cars on the road right now. You have to go into six-figure cars to get better interiors. The new Model Y, Juniper, will probably have the same improvements as the 2024 Model 3. Also, it is probable that the Model Y will have next generation batteries that will give it 500 - 600 mile range. If so, it will be the best car made bar none, and Tesla is going to sell them like hot cakes.
I drove a Tesla Model 3 in Greece a couple of days ago. I don't know where it was made but it was absolutely brilliant. No squeaks, no rattles, very fast and very comfortable. And it was just the RWD long range. I loved the simple interior, as many others have mentioned, it's much easier to clean (and to keep it clean) and you have far less things that can break (I guess mechanics that love taking advantage of clueless people, really hate that part). Also, the whole indicator stalk baffled me. Many car guys, especially the older ones, you are really dogmatic and stuck in the past, aren't you? If you ask any motorcycle rider like myself, we would tell you that we've been using Tesla-like indicators our whole lives on all the bikes that we've ever owned or ridden. They take very little space, they only require your thumb to operate, and they do not auto-cancel by accident mid-turn all-the-bloody-time like the stupid car indicators do when you make any minor adjustment while turning.
Driving as first owner a 2009 Prius now at 316.000 km still able to achieve an 750+km on a 45l tank that amounts to some 400 to 500 kWh (depending on the source you use for that conversion) However a Tesla Y LR achieve some 480km on about 70kWh. That is a shocking difference in overall efficiency.
Your attention to detail is WHAT I LIVE FOR - my attention to detail is insane so I appreciate your perspective SO MUCH. Cannot wait to watch all of your videos!!!
over the air updates,,fsd V13...AI...crash safety...you need to brush up on those and give a COMPLETE REVIEW... ALSO YOU CANT GET the DRAG CD of a model 3 or a plaid without looking like a needle. Tesla has reasons for its design.lowest CG car..FIRST PRICIPLES...BEST PART IS NO PART that's why everything is on the screen the car is programmable.. and ever since fsd v13, i have not driven myself to work for a month now. i kid you not. NO interventions. it drives better and safer than me. it also picks me up from the parking lot...perfectly......your good mechanically but need a class on AI which is what the car is all about.
Finally a review that describes exactly how the model y feels to me. I tried to like the car because it is electric, and so popular. But when it came time to purchase it looked too bare bones.
I live in Phoenix with lows in the high 20's and highs around 110-115 and not had any problems with my 2021 Tesla Model Y long range. Yes a bit of range degradation of a few percent, but nothing that made me change my driving habits. The assembly of the vehicle is more like an aircraft to save weight, but you forgot to mention that the car is rated as the safest car on the road by NTSB.
@@itsbtunes There are many ICE cars heavier than a Model Y. The Model Y weighs 4,500 pounds. Something like a Toyota 4Runner weighs 4,400 pounds (up to 4,800 on some trims). The safety comes from a huge crumple zone in the front of the vehicle due to no engine sitting in the front and the batteries sitting underneath the car.
@@markwilliams6378 please link these explosions, love the misinformation hate cause it is different. Then while you are at it, look up the car fire rates/Million miles per car statistics that are nicely complied by several agencies.
Damn Sir, this is the type of content and presentation You Tube was invented for. I have nothing with Teslas; I live on a tiny island where the concept is not feasible nor environmentally friendly so I have no interest in EVs ...yet glued to the screen here like watching Breaking Bad in condensed form LOL. My compliments . Subscribed and I hit the bell. Well earned!
Well, it is now Aug 2023 and I have really changed my mind about Tesla vehicles. Matter of fact, I now own the 2023 model Y long range vehicle. Great Vehicle, simple to operate, and has all the features I would ever need. It only took 3 weeks to get the vehicle once I ordered it. The more I watched videos on the Model Y, the more I liked it. I wanted the Long Range Model Y because of the dual motors AWD, the sentry/dashcams built into the vehicle, the hatchback style, and the simplicity of operating the vehicle. Really don't need all the buttons and dials - and I use the voice commands to operate many of the features. The navigation system is outstanding and setting up routes are quick and easy. I changed my mind about the GM vehicles because going to dealerships and dealing with the sales people - Tesla buying system is very easy and no haggles. The long wait times to even get a vehicle from GM, and the Chevy vehicles do not even come close to having all the features I like and want that are on my Tesla model Y. So that is about it for now. Take care.
Yes. I respect AMD. He's clearly a really nice and honorable man. But it's clear he and people like Scotty... I mean, fixing cars is their livelihood. So what do you expect? lol. Of course they're going to have issues with them. The ICE is what they love/do.
just wait to see the issues when you are closed to o full reach the warranty mile expiration, everything falls apart, and no one services Teslas other than Tesla, so you might spend the big bucks. hopefully you aren't putting high miles on the tesla, so will last for a few years of happiness.
Very fair and honest review! We watched this review prior to purchase, and was very skeptical of Tesla's quality. However, we were in the market for an electric car because we already have at-home charging setup done by the previous owners of the house. We test drove the Mach-E, Kia EV6, VW ID4, and the Model Y. Surprisingly, the Model Y had the best build quality, and according to the salesguy (Alex), the models built during the pandemic were terrible quality (late 2020 to early 2023). FWIW, the Ford and the Kia had horrific build quality; there were so many issues with panel gaps and plastics falling apart that we were honestly shocked. However, the new ones built at the Austin factory were significantly better. Our other vehicle is a 2022 Lexus RX350, and to be honest, I haven't had the best luck with it. We took it back to the dealer multiple times due to rattling and squeaks all over the place. So far, we put over 1K miles on the Tesla, and it's been way better than the Lexus in the first month of ownership. Time will tell for sure though.
In my opinion, electric cars are not for me, they are all ugly, and I drive 600 miles daily, an electric car is useless, from an electric to a hyd, the hyd is better 1000 times.
@@carlosaragon5103 What do you do for work that would require 600 miles a day? I have 2 friends that drive full time for Uber/Lyft, and on an insanely busy day of driving people to the airport (like Thanksgiving week), they're clocking in at 350 miles. Even long-haul trucking at a max of 11 hours/day typically averages to be 400 miles daily.
The natural locations for controls are on or around the steering wheel where the wheel can steady the hand or finger when driving - especially on bumpy roads. Well designed visual touch control displays are great visually but take your eyes off the road and the bumps move the finger off target.
@@tedmoss Voice controls already exist. You can say things like "Temperature 68", "Tire Pressure", "Navigate to Walmart". You don't need to touch the screen while driving. And if you need to do something complicated on screen, that's when you activate AUTOPILOT, hands free steering adas system.
Can't believe I only just discovered your channel now. Your reviews are the best on youtube, professional, honest, no fluff and to the point. Respect!!
He’s ridiculous. I mean what person would twist an interior door handle like that to elicit a sound he doesn’t like just for show. If honestly you take what he says seriously, I got ocean front property to sell you in Arizona. 🤦🏼♂️
I’ve driven a Y for the past two years, the best car I’ve ever owned. It’s all about the excellent, one pedal driving experience for me. True mnimalist interior but great utility with the fold down back seat and carry ability.
I accidentally stumbled upon your channel and love your reviews. I’m at the end of the lease of my 2020 Model Y. I agree with many points you’d mentioned. I’m growing tired of it’s interiors and researching for my next car. However, Tesla is still in my candidate list. To the point of poor interiors, I just want to point out that for a car start-up like Tesla, it is very important to make some critical decisions on pricing and profit margins. If Tesla goes full luxury, they either have to increase the vehicle price or shrink the margin. For all of Tesla’s intents and purposes, they want to push as many cars out as possible. So I don’t blame them for cheap interiors. But at the end of the day, consumers do really care about business. They just want something they think is valuable to them, whatever that is. But for me, I do find myself driving like a hooligan in my Tesla ( not blaming Tesla, just a confession.) 😂
Elon doesn't care. He already said that plain bland look is what he was going for. There are so many people that already like it with the non-luxury feel so why would Tesla change it? Most people don't have a clue how the interior should look for the price they're paying. I think the seats are too narrow in the model Y and I'm not fat.
It's the capital investment too. Tesla puts these vehicles together in 8-10 hours on the line. VW's 30 hours was an amazing feat that the industry loved to see and hear...It does mean it will be missing things other cars have but it is mostly in the name of saving weight, money, time on the line, parts, etc...
I agree on the margin. 4 months after your comment we've recently had news that VW is struggling to sell EVs and considering layoffs. Why? I think it's because in Europe we're suffering from notably higher electricity prices, and higher interest rates which has affected the financial benefits of switching. Tesla's high efficiency means that they are better value at the same price, and the low cost of production means they can lower prices and still make a profit selling everything they can make.
Ive owned two teslas a 2018 Model 3 and now a 2023 Model X Which is amazing! Never any issues except Tires and wiper fluid and Blades. As far as charging Ive driven a Tesla cross country three times with no charging issues and average stop time was 15 minutes to charge.
Great in-depth review. I own a model 3 and it has been one of best cars I owned. With their technology and design. Tesla is ahead of the competition by a decade. If it weren’t for them, manufacturers would’ve produces similar cars like the boring Nissan leaf starting with BMW i3, they are the game changer. The interior is minimalist and most things are consolidated into the control screen. If you are looking for bells and whistles permanently sticking out of the dashboard, in a matter of months it will become standard to you and maybe boring. Most of the controls are also controlled by voice command including the AC. The auto pilot is amazing and with major software updates, it like getting a new car. Speaking for my model 3, I have over 27k on it and it drives like day one, no rattles nor squeaks. As for the design, it’s a personal preference and I love the style of the M3. I charge it every couple of nights and is more than enough for my daily commute. I don’t miss pumping gas nor stopping at a gas station for that matter
I have a feeling the quality issue is mainly for the ones from the Fremont plant. From reports overseas who get theirs from the Shanghai and Berlin plants, the fit and finish is on par with the major German brands. The Fremont plant is old and not optimized like the other plants so hoping the ones coming out of the Texas plant is better. Anyone got one from Texas please chime in on their experience.
Correct. I picked up my model 3 long range only a few weeks ago. Not a rattle to be heard, no panel gaps, no issues at all. I am in Australia and mine came from Shnaghai, I know of 3 others in my circle of friends who have Tesla's from Shanghai and all have no issues and put together exceptionally well. It does seem to be an issue from Freemont only.
I took delivery of a Fremont built Model Y and there were absolutely no issues with the car, the internet seems to love passing around opinions on which Tesla factory builds the best car. Kind of like Toyota owners comparing their North American built RAV4s with the Japan built RAV4 Prime!
He was talking about the material feel and the feel of the fake leather compared to other cars in the same price range with leather. The Model S is no where near BMW, Mercedes, or Lexus. So far Mercedes has the most luxurious EV as reviewed from an actual engineer in manufacturing. ruclips.net/video/mkR4DwWL6uc/видео.html
@@chrischapin2936 My Fremont MYLR (Feb, 2022 build) had zero quality issues as well so it is a thing of the past. Now the Model Y in this video looks to be a Performance model with 21" wheels and lowered suspension with will dramatically affect ride and stiffness, perhaps making a few rattles.
Great review sir! I'm a marine technician and Just found your channel. Find myself listening to your channel while I'm working on boats. I love your attention to detail and I'm very similar in my work. Takes a little longer to do a quality job and have good morals but it's well worth it! Keep up the good work!
He’s ridiculous. I mean what person would twist an interior door handle like that to elicit a sound he doesn’t like just for show. If honestly you take what he says seriously, I got ocean front property to sell you in Arizona. 🤦🏼♂️
I think this is the most fair and informative review I have ever seen of the Tesla Model Y - thank-you. I'm in the market for a new car, however, I feel held back from buying a Tesla - this video confirmed it for me. I don't mind the look of Tesla's cars, but I completely agree with your cheap build quality conclusion.
I've looked at literally dozens of reviews of the Tesla Model Y and this has one of the most unique points made by far. Thanks so much for your insightful review!
This is a paid negative hit piece on Tesla, He says hes a mechanic but doesn't show any of the mechanical components of the car. He claims the body has bad gaps but shows none. He is not a body man either. He said the interior is put together with cheap glue but doesn't show any delamination. He claims the car creaks. Why didn't he take it for a test ride and prove it creaks. This is nothing but vast array of lies. I have reported this video to the Tesla legal team for deformation.
@@ronnythompson9115..So Ronnie, if any of this video is inaccurate poss Tesla has a legal case. But when this guy's opinion is true ( though your mind is closed to this possibility) then will his freedom of speech cover him,; or will that cover him legally to begin with? Just one guy's opinion? So ignore it. How can freedom of speech work if not on RUclips? Oh, I forgot RUclips stops randomly disagreeable sites too.. If Elon leaves it up doesn't that indicate Elon is ok with freedom of speech too?
@@bikemannc - Why doesn't he actually prove his points instead just spewing non sense out of his mouth? It would be pretty easy to prove his negative issues. Thought this was a mechanics review not a fit and finish review? In a court of law you have to prove your points. My guess is he is getting paid to spread Tesla FUD. Their is a difference between defamation and freedom of speech.
What I can’t understand is why there are issues with things like panel gaps. Tesla manages everything related to the production of the parts to final assembly. It’s mostly automated so repeatability should be a non-issue. If they do any QA at all then they have very low standards. Panel gaps are something that can be checked very easily with scanners after each assembly phase. If a gap is off then detour that chassis off the line for manual inspection and adjustment if possible. If the detour line gets full then it’s time to halt production at that stage and figure out why. It sounds like the goal is to hit production and shipping goals then leave it to the service centers to make things right for the customers.
The panel gap issue is an valid one for older cars, but the mega castings have now solved it. My 2022 MY is as good or better than any car I've seen. In the words of one of the leading experts on manufacturing, Sandy Munroe, the fit and finish is now "Bentley, Rolls Royce quality". After having an interior w/o having all those crappy, engineered to break, gauges and buttons everywhere, I will never want to purchase another vehicle with that crap. Driving at night without an instrument panel in front of you is bliss.
I wonder if your opinion has changed after the price drops. For me its just practical, and for 30k its pretty worth it. Charging at home, its the perfect everyday car.
Running ac in the summers puts my electric bill at worst was 800$ a month roughly I couldn't imagine how it would be also charging a car. I think it works for people in the right area or have solar. The way California keeps raising electric price and now there's consideration of tax charging electric vehicles by the miles since they don't get taxed in gas I feel like the saving cost you get with a electric vehicle is slowly fading away. The world doesn't want you to save money lol they just wanted everyone to get sucked into the electric vehicles and now they're looking for ways to make money off you since they're proven to be efficient which is bad for businesses.
@@devins1495 ive been charging mine at local pasadena city sponsored fast chargers near my house for 0.15 cents a kw. And the super chargers near me have a night rate of 0.27 kw. So right now my public charging is cheaper than my home electricity. Cost me about 6 bucks to fill the tank once a week. Occasionally i get to charge at work for free which is nice. I dont have solar but i dont think my charging would be too crazy. Looks like im only using about 170-200kw a month on driving. So even if i charged at home i would still stay in the cheaper electric bracket. Except for the two months a year we need AC like you mentioned. My electric bill right now tops at $300 in the peak months. In a 2 bedroom condo. I just went and filled my wifes prius up with gas and it was $35, the same driving in my tesla would cost about $10. The savings are definitely there right now
Hats off for a very honest and frank review straight from your heart. I really liked how you started with a simple Thermo dynamics concept and explained the whole system. Only someone with a good grasp of concepts and deep practical knowledge can explain it in a simple manner.
I appreciate your knowledge and reviews. Being in my 6th decade of life, I have owned several Toyotas, Fords, Lexus, BMW, and have test driven practically everything else in over a decade of car rentals while traveling. I can relate to the comments relating to fit, finish, and cheap plastic. I also respect your objective and subjective opinions. Here are mine. Having had all ICE vehicles up until my recent 2014 Model S (still have), as a car enthusiast, I didn't mind maintaining my vehicles with frequent engine oil changes, changing air filters, oil filters, spark plugs, points/condenser back in the day of distributors, occasionally transmissions, clutches, axle fluid, radiator fluid, having engine work done with the replacement of ignition coils, fuel injectors, fuel pumps, oil pumps, timing chains, timing belts, torque converters, and practically everything that gets hot, moves, or spins at super high rpms. I also did some SCCA Solo II racing, and having a low center of gravity helps. It was fun trying to pretend my MR2, 260Z, Supra Turbo, BMW were actual race cars, but I know they weren't. The point I am making here is that I'm fed up with dealing with heavy engine blocks that sit in the front of the vehicle at a height that is suboptimal for a heavy piece of machinery on a vehicle that is supposed to handle. Yeah, yeah, the MR2 was mid-engine, and the BMW handled well, but face it. Those freaking heavy Tesla batteries sit below me low to the ground. I have no heavy fossil fuel engine parts to worry about. All I need to worry about is my cheap plastic and not so great fitment. Let's talk ergonomics. When I get home, my Tesla suspension lifts the vehicle so I don't scrape the front, the garage door opens automatically, and I never have to worry about the door being unlocked when I leave. My Lexus and Toyotas all are not so smart. When I exit the car before the wife does, and try to lock the vehicle, the Toyotas always emit a continuous piezoelectric sound to tell me and everyone else in the vicinity that I am stupid for not waiting for the wife to leave before pressing the key fob lock button. What about the Toyota and Lexus center dashboard clocks not syncing with the computer clock? Why are they separate and not integrated?
Great point about maintenance. I have owned several gas car brands before such as Benz, Volvo, Ford, Hyundai, Honda, Nissan, and maintenance was so costly compared to my 2018 Tesla model 3. The only things costed me so far for maintaining model 3 for 5 years are windshield wipers and fluid, cabin air filter, and a set of tires, just normal wear and tear. I only use superchargers when travel hundreds of miles as I normally charge level 2 at home, which is practically free because I have solar panels. I love the look of Tesla except model Y, and admit the interior is not nice and polished as my Benz, but its EV performance is wow!!! so smooth and fun to drive even in the city streets. I am so excited to finally be able to afford model X, just put order in last week. My next and probably the last car would be the Cybertruck 😮
Thank you for explaining it nicely. The transfer of temperature is known as Thermal Equilibrium. Never knew until now that they can actually utilize that in an automobile.
I just bought a 2024 Model Y and I have to say Tesla has made massive strides in the fit and finish of their cars. I compared welds to previous Model Y’s and the new ones are far better. No panel gap issues either. Something to keep in mind is that Tesla has only been manufacturing since 2008 so they’ve covered a ton of ground in a fraction of the time of other manufacturers. Your videos are great BTW.
I had a 2018 Model 3 for the last four years. It is a well built and well thought out machine! Luckily, they don't break down very often! Those are the good things! The bad: Range is never anything near what they claimed, unless your trip is totally driving downhill (is that possible🤣)! If, in the rare case, that you have to take it in, service absolutely sucks! I traded back for a gasoline powered car! I needed to take out of town trips, which isn't the Tesla's strong point, unless you have a lot of time and patience! But for city driving, and commuting to work - it's the best! Note: I do have a home charger!
Before I bought my Model Y, I had a Model 3. I live in southern Nevada and had taken it to Wisconsin, California, Utah, Arizona and other places. Leaving the house with a full battery, going to WI was simple. Drive until it was time for lunch, start charging the car, and before I was done eating, the car was ready to go. Then drive until it was time for dinner, start charging... When I got to where I would spend the night, charge the car, go to bed, get up and repeat as the first day. Third day, repeat except that at the end of the day, I would be at my destination. Very conveniently, the trip was split into almost identical 600 mile sections. The autopilot system worked very well and I never had to guess where the next supercharger was or what exit I needed to use when changing Interstate highways.
The miles shown in your battery icon shows combined range. Not highway. Which is why when you enter your destination it gives you the range while traveling highway speeds and it takes into account weather. That system has been incredibly accurate, I would suggest changing your battery miles to %. That helps unconfuse people.
@@nvrick7729 It sounds like you eat lunch and dinner every two hours. Lunch at 10 am and dinner at 12pm? So unless you drive at 45mph there is no way you can drive from real lunch time to dinner time between the charging. Most people drive at 75mph because the speed limit is 70mph there. Even if you had M3 LR with 358 miles of range you would have driven about 200 miles after you charged at home. 20% loss of the range because of the speed and 20% battery reserve. That is 3 hours. But then you would have to charge until 80% and now to get back to 20% you can only drive 150 miles. 2 more hours. Certainly not the time to eat dinner unless you are a Amish who eat dinner very early because of the lack of electricity. So I know you are FULL-OF-SHIT.
I sit in my 4 year old mercedes and I feel so good looking at the interior craftsmanship, buttons, switches, lights and overall trim. I can't give up that feeling for any electric car.
I've had my Tesla for over two years. Your opinions are all valid! Panel gaps, build quality, and non-sensical things are alongside some absolutely brilliant things and some of the best car software ever written. If the entire car was dumbed down, I'd accept manual things (making the car cheaper). It does seem they didn't put ANY money into some things that matter. Efficiency matters most, so they put their money there. I agree with most of your assessment, the door handles (interior and exterior) consistently confuse my passengers. How easy would it have been to put in some generic, reliable handles? Sure, it adds complexity and more potentially breakable components versus a single button, but I'm willing to accept that. Thank you for your review! Subbed! I look forward to many more!
Tesla was designed to feel different as Apple wanted their products to look and feel different than what they were....personal computers. A Tesla car is still a car...with four rubber tires, steering wheel, pedals and some cushy seats....like Starbucks is still, after all the froth and wierd hip counterstaff, a cup of coffee. In doing so Tesla had become the 90s BMW/Mercedes with some quirky differences just to be different. That comes with price and pricey monopoly service. That's fine for the first line of buyers who were people that babied their cars, polished and fed them daily, looked at them adoringly and would pay the price for their metal baby. A lot of what they do, probably 70% is just good engineering. 30% is just trying to be different for difference sake. The original simplicity and ease of maintenance argued by the original EV providers like Nissan, just flew out the window when Tesla got going. These are extremely complex and mechanical appliances now. The same thing happened over time with ICE cars, once simple like a lawn mower, now extremely complex. A pleasure and pride for their owners...except when something goes wrong...then they're just a damned car.
People seem to miss what the exterior door handles are about. Its about air turbulence. The handles are flush with the door for efficiency. Not sticking out, not recessed, flush just like things on a airplane. This is why there is no "generic reliable handles" I do agree the handles are confusing for new users. I understand the design though. They have combined the button push with the presentation of the handle without using any electronics (like on the other models). I wished they would had done something similar to Ford though. A button that unlatches a door, then a spring to push the door far enough out to get your hand behind. More intuitive but not as pretty.
I've been driving for 30 years. Own 4 ICE car/truck. Did most of maintenance on them on my own & got really sick & tired of it. Bought a Model 3 two yrs ago & loving it, so does the rest of the family. Sold 2 of my ICE cars recently & just bought my wife a Model Y today. I don't see myself could ever going back to an ICE or hybrid. I do agree the interior is a bit cheap at its price point but the driving & handling, the minimum need/cost of maintenance, the convenience of charging at home at 1/4 of the cost of gas made it all worth it. Thanks for your honest review.
Wow! What a fantastic explanation of how this works, I applaud you. I have never heard anyone explain this in such great detail as you have and I have been following Tesla for quite a few years already. Again, many thanks!!! 👏
The first part of the review about how Tesla's engine works was brilliant, But this poor guy was out of his league when he ventured into aesthetics. He understands the beauty of simplicity when it comes to engine design but does not get it when it comes to the exterior and the interior of Teslas, which is breathgivigly beautiful.
Why don’t mention maintenance requirements, it does have a “transmission “ with lot of gear, the motor has gears and are lubricated , when you need to do an oil change? Can you do it at home like the gas cars?
You don't need to change the gear oil, may not have to do brake, no coolant, just have to add windshield washers fluids blades, cabin filter, tires. Now there's no maintenance schedule
There is access from steering wheel on certain models or the stock button behind the steering wheel to activate the wiper/windshield washer. Otherwise all Tesla comes with Autopilot if desired to use the screen.
@@EdwardGomez-u8ei will be required to dispose of my diesel truck soon. I'm not sure where to even begin on what electric vehicle I should invest my life's savings on...
Great review - can't wait to see your review of the new Model 3 Highland - they've really improved build quality and finishes - still not the best, but getting very competitive at the price range. Will have to see what they do to the Y.
Unfortunately they have also made their driver assist and "self driving" features significantly worse in the revised model by getting rid of radar detectors and only using normal cameras because of cost cutting.
I really like the handling. I guess the appeal is mostly the experience itself; everything just works seamlessly. It does what you want, when you want it, all the time. you never have to work around the machine. You get in, put it in gear and go. no fumbling with keys, no vibration, no noise. you get heat right away, you don't have to wait for an engine to warm up. you can even ask it to pre heat or pre cool before you get to the car. you can floor it right away, you don't have to worry about a cold engine. When you DO floor it you always get the full go, you don't have to write a letter to the transmission asking for permission to do a pass and hoping it gets back to you in time. you can do short trips, you don't have to worry about it not coming up to temp just to move it around the yard. When you're done you just get out and go, it shuts down & locks on its own. you never go out of your way to get a top up, you just plug it in overnight and start every day off with however much range you need.
Really enjoyed your review even though I do not agree with all of your opinions. For reference I have a 2022 Model Y Performance in the garage parked next to a 2021 Toyota 4Runner. We also own a 2013 Lexus RX450h and a 2017 Porsche 911 C2s, so the whole gamut of quality. I agree that the quality of the Model Y is not fantastic but ours must be way better than the one you tested. No squeaks or rattles and the door handles do not squeak. Some of the body panel gaps are not perfect. In comparison, the other three cars we own are fantastic. The ride quality is firm but not terrible. Firmer than the 4Runner or Lexus and similar to the 911. The overall look of the Model Y is not great I agree. You kind of wrote off the acceleration of the car, but that sure makes merging onto freeways and passing so so easy. We use our Model Y for around town driving for the most part and love it for that. It is fast and reasonably nimble and we pop it on the charger at night and the next day have a full tank of "gas". Most importantly, my wife loves driving the car. She usually drives her Lexus RX450h, is not super comfortable driving the 4Runner, and has never tried to drive the 911, so her feeling super comfortable driving the Model Y was a factor in deciding to buy the car. We have had the Model Y since last September and still love it. That said, if I could only have one of our four cars and could not sell one or trade one for something else, I would keep the 4Runner. It is the most versatile and most capable. Right now it mostly sits in the garage and we use the Model Y for 95% of our driving.
I miss my 2022 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium. Couldn’t afford the gas in November 2021 as I drive for Uber/Lyft. I used a 2015 BMW 328d (diesel) until I traded for a 2023 Model Y. Can’t wait until I get a home charger. Just got my Tesla CCS adapter tonight when I came home. Hopefully that’ll cut my charging bill a bit as the chargers at the mall are $0.43/kWh and the Tesla Supercharger is $0.46/kWh (12:00am-4am8
@@J.Young808 Love my 4Runner but it mostly sits in the garage now. No plans to sell it as I still use it for hauling stuff and off road trips. Nice not to be spending so many dollars on gas though.
Thank you for your expert assessment and opinions. I do agree the material and fit and finish of my 2023 MY and M3 is less than desire for the amount of money I’ve spent on them. That being said, I bought the Teslas for their technology and extensive supercharger networks. If Tesla spent more time and resources to improve the materials and fit and finish they wouldn’t be able to churn out cars fast enough to meet the demands and the cost would be even greater. Some compromises have to be made to get these cars out to the masses at the earliest time available. The traditional ICE auto industry spent 100 years refining the fit and finish of their automobiles but at the end of the day they are antiquated the moment they rolled off the assembly lines. The Tesla gets better features and performances through time via over the air software updates. That is a game changer.
OTA updates wasn’t mentioned here. This concept is not widely nor effectively practiced by car manufacturers generally, but Tesla is doing it very well. Most traditional cars don’t get free OTA software updates, you got to take it in for service and maybe you get an update. So a Tesla potentially improve in functionality and performance after you bought it. That cannot be said about other cars, not even other EVs eg BYD, MGs etc.
We’re hearing a lot from Tesla owners on here, of course you love the piece of crap. And yes, the engineering is amazing. I rode in one of these on an Uber trip, I’ll never get in one again. What garbage.
Love the review. I agree with most comments, quality of some materials, general fit and finish. My personal experience with my 2018 Model 3 is, some panel gaps (I can live with those) 115k kilometers, 93% battery health (Tesla gave us a way to check in a recent OTU (Over The air Update), zero rattles, a joy to drive. Did I mention the OTUs. Seems like a big oversight. Except that my 4 year old 3 doesn’t have the Octovalve or double window panes that my wife’s 2022 Model Y has, my 3 has everything that a brand new 3 or Y has. The updates are huge son my list. No mention of safety in the review either. I’ve found that people make a big deal about safety but most times it’s only lip service. My daughter is pregnant and I was really happy she got a Model 3. I have a 5 year Honda Cr-V and I guaranty that my grandchildren will never be in it as long as I own a Tesla. I kept the Honda for when I need to carry stuff that I don’t want in the Y. Sure wasn’t for the towing ‘cause the Y can tow more.
No fatalities in a Lexus RX. None. And I can get one I love for $40K less than the subsidized slave labor crazy repair cost Tesla. And it will go 300K miles with a battery replacement that is under $200.
I use my model Y for ride share and usually the first thing people say upon entering the car and seeing the interior is wow this is a really nice car! Personally I don’t miss having a hundred confusing buttons everywhere and prefer the clean clutterless feel. I like the majority of owners have no panel gap issues or poor build quality issues. So in sort his feelings about the build and design is just his opinion.
Apparently, the Model Y manufactured in Berlin should be a lot better built than the previously ones. I surely hope that, 'cause I just recently ordered a Model Y Performance :)
A couple notes on the comments about what he doesn't like...i'm currently riding in that exact same car: same color inside and outside, same wheels and tires. Built in California. 2023 September build. 0 rattles. The road noise when doing small bumps and bigger bumps is a low thud/rumble which is new to me coming from a toyota avalon which seemed quieter. But that said, these are low profile performance tires, bigger wheels, and a glass roof that won't exactly absorb sound...so with that awesome glass roof will come sound reflection which can create more road noise...it's physics. Car to me looks beautiful and functional, it gets way more interior space than any car its size, seats fold flat for sleeping, impressive handling and arodymamics. Additionally the car is more "in tune" with my actions. You get in and go, the one peddle driving after a day is way more control and extension of your driving than any other car, the turning is super responsive and smooth. He said he doesn't like the build...but go side by side with the exception of road noise on bumps...what matches up better? I test drove alot of cars...nothing was close in this price range.
Tesla seems to be polarizing with build quality. I personally have never noticed a problem with build quality. My only major complaint is door handles. Otherwise I am very much in favor of Tesla. I do not own a Tesla, I test drove one… clearly ownership would tell the true story.
@@JaiSilasAya I personally own and have now 5 friends with Tesla's, model 3, 2013 model S, model y...0 build quality issues. All the tesla baloney Is just a bunch of PR bots spreading this info because its the only play left by the legacy car maker industry. Everybody that ACTUALLY owns one as a % will rebuy a tesla vs any other brand. Consumer reports is now saying the tesla is the lowest cost of ownership vs any other brand. The "polarizing" build quality seems to be a bit of nonsense in present day build quality.
i agree with the the gaps being an objective problem but saying that there are missing buttons on interior is a strong subject of opinion... i actually find the cleanliness and lack of controls a big improvement against all other manufacturers... additionally the newer models have double laminated windows which improve the silence in the car.. not even speaking about safety and AI focused driving asistance and 360-degree camera system to record everything 24/7 is extremely huge plus especially when accidents happen so you have a strong defend case against insurance companies..
There’re many real life accidents involving Tesla on RUclips you can watch proving your point - saving a Tesla driver a lot of pain and money. No bull, the cameras around the Tesla are constantly recording and the police love the evidence available. Sure it can also incriminate you if you’re the troublemaker.
The screen is decent but could be much better designed. It's large but ut seems about 40% is fixed in showing the image of the car in various situations. So the really usable area is only about 60% of the screen. Also, those two sections of rhe screen should ve reversed. The area of rhe screen that you'll interact mire with should be closer to the driver. Lastly, all Teslas scream for a HUD feature.. It would go a long way to make rhe driving experience nuch more user-friendly.
You should see the early cars that came out of Fremont lol. I heard stories from there. One guy I know said they struggled stretching those panels to get the gaps closer without causing damage to the paint. He thinks the assembly of some internal parts somehow went out of whack. At one point he said an engineer asked them to cut a hole in one of the panels so he can stick a camera in there to see what's preventing the panel not to sit properly. Early production pains obviously. But if the recent cars are still like that then they have a more serious problem.
And also let’s be real, go to a McLaren dealer and look at panel gaps on their new cars. Panel gaps are far improved, my second Tesla is flawless. Even if they were still bad, it’s the least important part of “build quality”.
Love the Chanel. Long time viewer. Own a LS500 that I love. Wife had to get a Model y and traded in her RX350. Bought the Y in December 2024. It’s been a perfect vehicle so far. None of the issues you are seeing on the model you reviewed. Funny how things can change ( for the better ) in such a short period of time.
Thanks for your high-level overview review. Liked your logical and objective review of the best and the worst things about Tesla cars. God bless and take care Sir.
Yep I ordered mine recently due to its price drop. I feel that it’s at a level that is reasonable and makes sense for the wallet. Would NOT have spent 70k on this, that would be dumb. But Tesla can and will evolve faster than any other automaker to meet customer expectations. Tesla is here to stay.
Then why are other car manufacturers catching up to Tesla? Especially in range capability. Tesla is still king but competition is creeping up. Basically your claim of Tesla evolving faster would mean by now they'd have a 700 mile range EV.
What good is evolving is the car isn't built right from the start, Everyone brags about how great the Tesla is, but why are so many people getting rid of them so quickly . I also want to know how long will the car software be supported for - the real period not the happy talk to trick people into being beta testers. Buying one of these used is a huge risk because no one knows how long the battery will really last, Tesla cannot be trusted - if they have faith, guarantee the battery for 500,00 miles let them put their money where their mouth is.
I wonder if Elon engineers watched this video? I own the model Y And I have never own a car that I get anxious to drive like I do with this vehicle . Yes exterior and interior no that good but it's unbelievable how reliable it is . Super fast agile smooth . It's makes no sense how something so simple is so fascinating to drive . Good job reviewing this brutally honest .
I bought a Model 3 this March. No problem at all with assembly. For the interior, fit and finish are good. I like the fact that there are no buttons and many screens like most cars. As for the center screen, once your programmation is done, you do not need to go through the many menus. Also, once you get familiar with the content, you can program the rest to make it easy to use (radio stations, wipers...). The ride is excellent, not bumpy at all. It is a sport seden, but the suspension is very confortable. The seats are too. Tesla has improved on fit and finish since late 2022, but the material used for the inside are not top quality to keep the price down. Once you own a Tesla, you do not want to go back to a regular car with keys and all. This is such an easy car to use with low maintenance, and mostly, low cost of operation.
You actually missed one of the most interesting technologies Tesla uses to quickly generate heat. You mentioned that there are a couple of electric heaters for when the temperature is too cold for heat pump to work efficiently. What you didn't mention is that those electric heaters are actually the drive motors themselves. When stationary, they can send power to the motors by oscillating a forward and reverse command simultaneously. This results in the motor instantly heating up (very hot) and the coolant running through it is used where needed. No other car make does this.
I’m happy with my 2012 BMW X3, 190,000 miles. I do my own oil changes and basic maintenance. Everything works like it’s supposed to. Never had to take it into the shop except for a transmission oil service.
Thank you for the review! As a Tesla M3P owner, I LOOOOOOOOVE the interior and the exterior. I will admit that transitioning to an EV from my 2017 Lexus IS250 it was intimidating, at first, it was something to get use to. Once you get use to the difference, you soon realize that an EV is much better than an ICE car. I always look forward to driving it, even after owning it for a year. I think it is a beautiful car all around. Techy, sleek and fun! It is all personal preference tbh. Out of all EV cars, Tesla will be the best option. They opened the "electric car mainstream", but they will never be a thing of the past. They are only going to be get better and better. In my humble opinion, it is an amazing car to drive and worth every dollar. Plus the sounds system is BOMB!
What an awesome review. I am a tech guy and I appreciate your deeper dive into the cooling system and the follow up on build quality. A car is not like a phone; you live in it. You touch the surfaces, you feel the bumps, you breathe the air, you put things into the cup holders, the side handles, etc. And you do this for years, not months. After extensive research and considerations, I bought and owned a Toyota Mirai (a hydrogen-electric vehicle). THAT was a beautifully executed electric car that also has a luxurious interior with great fit & finish and real car amenities (including real buttons). It's a Lexus under the Toyota badge. Anyway, it has its own struggles with Infrastructure, but that's a whole different story. After 3 yrs of ownership, I moved on (only because it was totaled in an accident). I recently shopped for a new car and looked long and hard at Tesla Y and X. I ultimately went to a gasoline GV70 as I felt EV infrastructure is not where it needs to be, especially when I don't have a dedicated garage to nicely charge it every night. Once I do, I'll seriously consider EVs again. I love that smooth, quiet driving-on-air experience of the Mirai. You are right, Tesla tech is beyond everyone else's. They should just license it to real car makers and continue to innovate on the EV drive train and software front. Let real car builders build the rest. Wait until Toyota comes out with solid state batteries. That will be the revolution the EV industry needs. For now, Tesla's 4680 Li-Ion battery is it (years ahead of competition). Please do a deep dive review of the gasoline GV70. 🙏
You hit the nail on the head. If you have a covered garage where you can charge your car every day, an EV makes sense. Otherwise, you are better off with a gas car. I say this as a happy model Y owner.
@@AlanMyronPrivate i have a covered garage...but i don't have a charger. That said...I live in area where there are 2 super charger places, and every whole foods has free charging and some of the public garages that are free for 90 min have chargers.
Great review-thank you! I drove a loaded Model 3 (performance package and all) and it was a nice car to drive, specially fast. It was a rental, I should clarify, so I did not pay attention to the build quality details as I would if purchasing one for myself. However, do not forget to mention the charging network for Teslas; that is important. Biggest charging network and it works reliably. I, like you, would want buttons and physical controls to operate things, and build quality is important to me as well.
I work at a chevy dealership and the build quality seems to be about the same as on any new chevy. I dont know if other brands are the same way but i think all cars are trending toward the quantity over quality mentality.
The Tesla thermodynamic system is amazing. Have you done a similar analysis of other EVs that have a heat pump? I wonder if they can also smartly move heat from so many sources to so many sinks (even if it takes many separate valves)?
This is the best Tesla review I've seen. We have 2 Lexus in the house. At one point we considered buying a Tesla. Two of my friends beat me to it and they both were deeply disappointed (one replaced their Benz and the other replaced a BMW). I've been in their Teslas and I think a Honda Civic is a better ride.
We have always had a Lexus RX hybrid. If you have that, you are basically driving an electric car 1/3 to 1/2 of the time, and a luxury one at that. The Y is not luxury if you have a Lexus. And the 2023 Y's ride is 100% better than previous years. The X feels a little like a Mercedes interior and the 6 seater seems to have a lot of room like a minivan. The 3 row Y is like a standard Highlander, tight in the back. The novelty of the Y hasn't worn off yet, but I will tell you that I prefer driving my 13 year old 450h to the Y for ease of use and comfort.
Love your videos ! To put things in proper perspective and take the “magic” out of the equation, it’s helps to understand the temp range you’re dealing with. It’s -460 degrees F to 32 degrees in your example. So knowing that range, there’s really still a lot of “heat”/energy to absorb below 32 degrees F. Your just using compression to capture and move it from one side to the other. Hot/cold sides of the system. Same principle for your home air conditioning, refrigerator, heat pump style water heaters and furnace. But, yes, it’s pretty amazing. 😊
To each their own. In my experience I grew up on GM. my entire family owned either an Impala, Nova, Cutlass 442, Monte Carlo, or Caprice. When I came of age, I followed suit with GM and Ford. When Tesla first launched, I was a doubter as to whether the company would produce practical, affordable vehicles. I have owned 3 Tesla vehicles since 2018 (MY and M3 sitting in the garage as of this writing). These cars are engineered and refined over time (structurally and technically). The MY coming out of Texas with the single piece casted front & rear frame (which I currently own) is an engineering first. The 2022 M3 coming out of Fremont with LFP batteries is also a first. If ANY other auto manufacturer can do better they have not done so to date, and the numbers show. Time will tell as to the longevity of both the company and the vehicles, nevertheless the gauntlet has a been set for the industry to follow. Innovate or perish.
All legacy automakers are innovating. Just look at the EVs they are producing and the once that they have announced. Teslas are caca built cars with components that don't last past 5 years lol.
I Couldn't Agree More!!! There is No Other Car I would BUY! No more Smog! Over the Air Updates! Home Gas, or charging! The Most complete charging system on the Planet!!!
Other cars are engineered and refined over time and Tesla still has a ways to go in terms of NVH and ride/handling refinement as well as the sounds they make in the cabin. The drum like resonance is still a part of the 3 and Y at least, even in the more tighter feeling ones. Tesla would be better to slow things down and stop chasing volume over just making the best Teslas they can. But they seem obsessed with volume.
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I have been doing mobile AC for over 30 years and that heat pump system is by far the best engineering I have ever seen period
Yup, being a more modular single unit, I fully expect a third party to remanufacture them in a few years, making for an easy swap in case they fail. Unlike Ford where they dont even have a heat pump but still have pieces of the system and hoses everywhere.
Yes, Absolute best explanation on the net 🏆
@@GROGU123 exactly also parts work with the semi and plaid model s/x so it keeps the part stock to a min
And then we have Audi removing heatpumps from their setup. This is where Tesla engineering really shines. I like the Munro Live videos on this topic
Munro live has a much better video about the ocoto Value a few years ago. This is a good summer for people who no idea have a heat pump works thou.
As one who services his own cars, I'm more impressed with, no brake jobs; oil, coolant and filter changes; no starter, alternator, spark plug, O2 sensor or catalyst breakdowns.
How often do you rally have to change starters, alternators O2 sensors? Only once in 150k miles for me
Same with me. I own a 2015 BMW with about 115K miles on it and do practically all my own maintenance.
I would love to ditch oil/filter changes, buying gas, gaskets and seals breaking deteriorating, spark plug changes and all other maintenance involved with ICE cars. 🙏🏾
I only average about 250 miles of driving over 2 weeks too so charging at my house which is solar would be great. It’s a no brainer to go EV for me. I know it’s not for everyone. Can’t deny the future.
most people missed the point on EV, convenience under the """conditions""" - home charging, less than the range per day, not much road trips per year, price < $60k, minimum maintenance. If you meet this condition, it's so good. 5 years of ownership, zero problem. yes, you can argue some maintenance on ICE car is nothing. OK, how about skipping the gas station trips everyweek? If this time saving doesn't matter, your choice. EV is not for everyone.
@@ballathug8404 twice on a 96 Toyota way before150,000 miles.
I suppose newer cars don't have this problem.
Last but not least, smug check in most state, not bad.
best car reviewer on youtube. no frills, like a lecture done by an academic level ( not boring type) explanation, seeing channels like this take over bring joy to my heart.
Yeah if you like biased ICE cars are the best kind of reviews, then this guy is it. Basically another scotty kilmer
His complaints are typical voom vroomer nonsense
Teslas look like Saturn cars from the 90s. The result of one man dictating the design.
@@bkparque No, they clearly are not. He expounds clearly and thoroughly on the thermal management capability, which he states early and often that he is very impressed by. But Musk also made a big deal out of redesigning manufacturing and how his cars were going to have better builds for less money - and as he also pointed out, the fit and finish of these cars in their price class is equally clearly not up to standards. I thought his comment that Musk would be better off licensing the innovations to car companies that know how to build them well was excellent. Maybe Musk could then dedicate his spare time to figuring out how to build a colony on Mars once his rockets can get people there.
@@xlr8also Yup. Had two Saturns. Loved 'em both.
I’m a mechanical engineer specializing in HVAC. I appreciate your excellent video on the heat pump technology on the Tesla. Well presented sir. Love all your videos. Entertaining and knowledgeable and honest. Thank you.
“My humble education” dude you explained the physics of this car so well and for anyone to understand. Thank you and you sir are a genius.
He’s ridiculous. I mean what person would twist an interior door handle like that to elicit a sound he doesn’t like just for show. If honestly you take what he says seriously, I got ocean front property to sell you in Arizona. 🤦🏼♂️
@@mathieubarquerre7420 The example is just way out there.
I’ve worked around cars for 35 years including at Car and Driver, in racing, at a car dealership, consulting to Motor Trend and consulting to major manufacturers. I’ve definitely seen it all.
That crap is way over the top. Anyone can do that on ANY car and claim it’s a “fault” of the car/manufacturer. When really it’s the fault of the one guy twisting the car’s interior door handle in a way 99.99% of car owners never do.
Happens when people WANT to complain about something they have a “bone to pick” with. It’s not a real experience to the vast, vast majority of people.
@@GBSamsonut you cant deny those gaps exists...only a noob wont notice .
@@GBSamsonand youre all over the place with your handle twisting comment 😂...try a new tack..it might get some air in your sails
@@mannyfernandez6860 You ever look at other makes? They all have gap and fit and finish problems unless it’s hand built like Rolls Royce. A noob won’t notice anything.
What is extremely impressive is that the two electric heaters that heat the coolant are actually the electric motors. They tune the timing of the magnetic field in the motor so that it is less efficient and uses more energy thus creating more heat.
And it makes a very cool sound while driving when it's running in the heater mode.
You should do the same evaluation of BYD
@@johnq6361Pretty much impossible to get a BYD in the U.S.
They are rubbish that's your evaluation @@johnq6361
That is one way. The new Model 3 uses the heat from a compressor to make the heat pump work when it is very cold... Chief engineer has been doing a lot of interviews lately...
I've watched dozens of Tesla reviews, and this is the first review that touched on what's under the hood and the practicalities. Thank you, i'm a big fan especially on the Lexus and Toyota reviews.
Yes! That was an excellent introduction to the complex energy management system. I guess it is definitely state of the art… or better [if that’s possible]. This video definitely drove that point home. Previously, I was unaware of the complexity and genius associated with the thermodynamic ‘side’ of Tesla vehicles. 32:56
Toyota and Lexus need to get their crap together on EVs. They prepared customers for EVs and then decided not to make them. 16% of Tesla’s customers are former Toyota owners.
Munro Live has done an even more in depth review of several Tesla’s especially the model Y.
@@Conservator.Munro and associates does a much better job than this. This was terrible.😂
It’s called, SPACEX. This is what you get when the best space engineers in the world meet with the best software engineers in the world.
3 years ago I traded in my BMW 535I for a Tesla Model S and 6 months ago my wife traded in her BMW Model 325I for a Tesla Model 3 and we couldn't be happier. Both BMWs were expensive to maintain and drove like tractors, compared to our Teslas. We live in cold Minnesota and have never had an issue with range. We drive my S to Florida every winter and drove it to Seattle and back this past summer. You didn't even mention their best feature..... their full self driving capability. I use it every time I get in the car, and it drives me to wherever I want to go. I ALWAYS pay attention and monitor the drive, but it's gotten so good with the last few updates, that interventions are extremely rare. It's not perfect but getting better every month with over-the-air updates. Only 1 minor maintenance issue, but a technician came out to our home and fixed it quickly, 2 days after I scheduled it on the app. We won't ever go back to gas cars.
I own a Model Y. It doesn't rattle, squeak, no parts fall off of it, the seats are very comfortable, the AC/heat works really well, and it's a pleasure to drive. I've driven BMWs and Mercedes in the same price class, and I'd trade the Tesla drive performance and system for a luxury facade any day.
When I first bought my Toyota hybrid I said that it would take a lot for me to go back to plain ICE cars.
I drove a Tesla 3 RWD Long Range and a BYD Dolphin last weekend and it feels like my Toyota is a dinosaur now 🤣🤣🤣
I bought the based MY HW4 just 4 months ago and already done over 7000 km. It's the best vehicle I've driven, period. The handling is better than the go-kart like Mini Cooper S Turbo that I upgraded from. The best way to describe driving a MY is like discovering a sharp knife after using all dull knives your entire life.
Edit: my MY is made in China, that's probably why it has a better built than the one in this review. 😂
@@charliequach6399 what's a MY HW4?
@theodorev666 it's short hand for Model Y Hardware 4. I think you need at least HW4 for your Tesla to be autonomous. So the promise Musk made years ago that all Tesla can be autonomous from the factory, even with HW3, could be a bit of a lie. Unless in the future, they can optimize HW3 for fully autonomous somehow.
I am looking into buying a Tesla soon . What’s the highest level Tesla off of the ground . I can’t get into a low profile car . Bad knees . What does Tesla make that’s not too low to the ground ?
This is the best overall review I’ve seen so far for a Tesla . I learned more about Tesla in 20 minutes than I’ve known for the last 3 years of driving one. A very comprehensive review of a most complex vehicle. Thank you.
Except for not keeping up with the improvements in manufacturing. Which others have mentioned.
@@tedmoss Yes, the latest ones are even worse. Ask me how I know.
Actually simpler than an internal combustion engine. Don’t confuse new engineering with complex engineering. It’s not German over engineered madness. Nothing to maintain. I don’t want one because electric cars run on coal which is just silly.
An internal combustion engine is a marvel of complexity especially with all the emissions nonsense added.
@@BeefNEggs057 (a) Not all grids are powered by coal; increasingly few are. (b) EVs are much more efficient than ICE, so even running off coal-generated electricity, the amount of CO2 generated is less.
Peoples lives have been destroyed for not knowing Teslas only last 100K miles. The batteries are weak
Driving model S for 9 years. 240k miles. This is excellent reviewer.
with good sense of humor...
How has it held up? I’m considering a Tesla but have been pretty resistant until recently. Are you on the original battery? Any other issues? How has Tesla been to deal with as a company?
@@runnikee6986
Original battery was replaced at 65k, not fatal but Tesla just decided to replace it. Initially told me it will be fixed.
I have original motors.
Door handles were disaster, total 8 replaced, nowadays seems to be Ok.
Overall, i am very positive and would consider buying model s again. Used one…
Model 3 and y could be different story.
This car is for someone who does a lot of driving due to cheap operating cost. ( electricity is not taxed yet), maintanace is cheaper due to less moving parts, I did brakes only once, after 120k. If you are looking for perfect interior- this is not for you. In my case, i like simplicity.
Big screen with gps makes life much easier on daily basis along with effortless acceleration. Not from 0-60 but 60-90. During long trips it is less tiring.
I just bought a 24 model 3 performance. All I can say is wow!
@@runnikee6986Honestly, if I were you I wouldn’t, look at something else. The build quality is just woeful, everything there is nasty. I agree with this reviewer, the teslas are brilliant in so many ways but where they are bad just outstrips the good. I even went and looked at a new 6th month 2024 Tesla, it was horrendous at best. Yes, goes like the showers of shit but a really truely horrible drive. I’m not anti ev or anti Tesla, I just wish they’d get with it but they haven’t, they have no plan to. Junk.
I own a Tesla Model Y and agree with you in all aspects of your review. It rattles, it has got a cheap interior & everything is fragile. 5 Months after the purchase, the windshield got a stress crack. You need to wait for months to get your car fixed due to the lack of enough service centers... Really appreciate your honest review. Im just addicted to your videos. Currently thinking of buying a ICE car and the moment I like a model, I just come and search for your review video. Great job and keep doing more and more.
what model year is yours ?
At least you have a service center. Imagine to live in a state where the nearest service center is 150 miles away
I have 2022 Model 3, both my daughters have 2022 Model Y 's. The build quality on all 3 cars is excellent. No squeaks or rattles, very good panel gaps. The difference is that we live in the UK and the cars were built in Shanghai.
Me too love this car
Chinese work harder than Americans
Didn’t realise UK cars are built in China….
@@Himoutdoors some model Ys here in Canada are also shipped directly from Shanghai, why act surprised?
I guess I assumed they all came from the states
I have a 21 model y and it’s the best car I ever had. Went from a Mercedes ml 350 which gave me nothing but problems. Windshield leak- $400 just to diagnose. Transfer case went out- $4500.
Poor comparison…everyone knows Mercedes is junk.
After warranty I wouldn't go back to the Benz dealer. The good mechanics get some training there, then go out on their own. So you're paying to train novices.
Good lord! Wow.
European Junkies after 100 k .. it has an issues with too many sensors… cost arm & leg when bring it to dealer
We had no issues with Lexus & Honda…
@@thibui765 Have a toyota carola 2010 has just under 220 thousand miles standerd trans have changed tires, oil changes, one battery and just did front brakes at 200 thousand miles new the car cost 17 thousand. Would not spend the money they want on a battery opp. car.
I have owned a '22 Model 3P for about a year and a half now and I love it. It's not perfect - the interior rattles (intermittenly) more than probably anything else in its price range, and the paint quality could be better...but other than that, it's so enjoyable to own and drive and so easy to live with. I don't think I'd want to go back to ICE.
I’ll never go back to ICE
There are other EV options in Tesla price ranges that have much, much better build quality and other car things (and arguably the looks), it's not Tesla or ICE anymore. If I was buying an automotive heat exchange system / battery management, sure, I'd get one from Tesla Motors, but when buying a car other things matter as well.
@@zwerko Tesla has been at it the longest and has the biggest, most reliable charging network. That's a huge selling point for many, but less of an issue now that they are allowing other mfr's to use the SC's. To each his/her own.
@@zwerko charging network is the most important aspect to me when buying a EV and no other auto maker has a charging network like Tesla.
Found out what that rattling is - it isn't actually inside the interior - it is coming from the frunk. There is a video about it on YT someone created. It is clips on this large plastic piece. Might be missing clips or loose ones... Funny thing is - found similar issue with my partners Mazda and fixed it as well. Please hope you see this...
Great reviewer, I’m a model 3 owner and love my car for the minimal interior and modern exterior, but love tech. Teslas are not for everybody but that’s why they make so many different cars for everyone’s taste and budget
I'm not an engineer but I have had a Tesla Model 3 for 5 years. I am 60 and I have never driven a car that drives and handles so well (including premium brands). Rattles and squeaks? Not in my car, perhaps mine is the exception. Zero maintenance, no more gas stations, quiet, comfortable premium driving experience. But what do I know, I only have 5 years every day experience of Tesla.
I agree I have a model 3 21 yes to fit and finish is not like a Mercedes or Bentley and honestly I don't need 150 buttons in my car.. I like that it's so simple.. but yet so advance. I don't have any creaky noises 😂
Exaclly
You might have problem with your ears 😂
I agree. Model Y owner for 2 years now and haven’t had any of those issues either
I agree as well It’s very quiet however with a big asterisk people don’t understand that because these cars are heavy that they require a stiffer suspension therefore the ride can be a bit harsh but not to the point people tend to exaggerate
Wow. What an eye opener of a review. What an austere interior. It'd be awesome if the technology were licensed to Toyota or Lexus. Imagine how nice the rest of the car could be.
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a real honest professional critical review of the Y. not like the paid reviews that don't give the real facts. I will stick with ICE.
I own a Tesla mdY 24 and I think this review is totally honest, only real car enthusiasts agree with him, others keep praising about how fast and low maintenance a Tesla is and forgot about the workmanship of a car maker. Turn off your music and drive through rough road such as East LA, you will feel how bad the suspension and cheap parts rattle in your Tesla...Keep in mind since it first release model, Tesla has been listened to customer s and constantly improve their car
@@vinlataI have a new 2024 X October build. It’s solid, quiet, and comfortable. There are no hard plastics, all soft touch materials. Panel gaps are perfect. No rattles or creaks on the interior. Software updates and new features keep coming. One pedal driving is a joy. Will never get another ICE vehicle. I’m finished with all the maintenance that goes along with them. This is my second X. My first one was a 2017, they are much improved since then.
you do that! there isn't enough Teslas to go around. maybe ill see you at a gas station when i stop for air.
I have a new 2024 X October build. It’s solid, quiet, and comfortable. There are no hard plastics, all soft touch materials. Panel gaps are perfect. No rattles or creaks on the interior. Software updates and new features keep coming. One pedal driving is a joy. Will never get another ICE vehicle. I’m finished with all the maintenance that goes along with them. This is my second X. My first one was a 2017, they are much improved since then.
Basically his argument seemed to be, "Do you want reliable efficient technology, or cosmetics that make you feel special?"
The front is to reduce drag. They look the same to reduce drag. For range improvement.
Wow I never knew that.
Correct. Some of the best (lowest) drag coefficients in the industry
And I thought it was to kill bugs.
The front also slopes down dramatically to improve the view of the road. It's one of my favorite things about my Tesla. You look out the windshield, and you see virtually no hood to obstruct the view of the road in front of you. Feels safe and go-kart-like. I love it so much :) I've got a reservation on a Rivian R2, and I'm not sure I'm gonna go for it for several reasons (but I may). One of the things I'm not into is seeing a big damn hood in my view out the windshield again.
Didn't realise their heat pump design was so unique. Thanks for the deep dive !
Other cars don't need a heat pump
@@lukeav6097 Yes, they use resistance heating, which equals short range.
Bro, where were you all this time? Why didn't you come in my life earlier? I'm so happy to have found a single channel I can come to for a full 360 degree review. Totally unbiased and value adding. Thanks man. Keep up the good work!
Great software with poor fit & finish.
Horrendous? Are you serious? As the best selling car in the world period and having the highest brand loyalty of any car it sounds like you are wrong.
Car mechanic looking into the future and not seeing a lively hood … equals negative review
it is his opinion and on this one I disagree with it.
@@rosspatterson44gas cars are gonna be around for a very long time and they’ll probably outlive him
I have watched so many of your videos to gain knowledge about the 2013 Lexus I owned, and all of a sudden I am here again to learn about the new car I just bought 😂 Same amount of detail- no idea why you call yourself a Toyota only mechanic, you are the best mechanic i have ever run across (without getting any work done by you). Really appreciate the time you put into all the reviews and repair videos you do.
a toyota mechanic?...no wonder there was no mention of AI or FSD. Maybe he can explain the Toyota Mirage...wait ...never mind ...there's no explanation for it.
I love this guy on the way he explain things on any video, very clear and very professional, but with knowing all these “bad” things about Tesla, I still went and bought the latest 2023 MYLR, and I will make sure no gaps and rattles are with me period, before I head home from Service Center
Hey TCCN Auto! I'm not too far from you guys :) Thanks for the review and your thoughts. Just want to point out a few things to help out some of your viewers. I have ridden in many Teslas over the years, and own a few currently. What I can say about the build quality is this: Yes, Tesla is a new company and they do not have their manufacturing all ironed out quite yet...BUT...that does not mean that ALL Teslas are bad. There is certainly a handful that leaves the factory with panel gaps and rattles. Many do not. The reason that the Model Y looks like a tall Model 3 is because of its economies of scale. The Model Y shares 70% of the exact same parts as the Model 3, so they can build more of them faster and cheaper. Also, you've got a good eye...the stalks and window switches come directly from the Mercedes parts bin. Speaking of the interior, there is a reason for the minimalist interior, and it's a genius move. They purposely put all of the "buttons and switches" on the center touchscreen so they can be upgraded via free over-the-air software updates. In 10 years from now, a 2023 Honda Civic will still have its physical buttons where they were placed in the factory, so whatever design fad was going on in 2023 will still be there. It will look dated in 10 years. On this Tesla, they can upgrade the user interface of the screen...move buttons to better locations...change the size or color of them...the sky's the limit. It will still look modern in 10 years thanks to the software updates. Lastly, the "cheapness" that you're feeling isn't just a Tesla thing. I go to the Chicago Auto Show every year and look at all the latest cars, especially EVs. I sat in every EV there last year, and none of them were as nice as my Tesla. The cheap, hard plastics in the Hyundai, Kia, Subaru, Nissan...you name it...just weren't good. The BMW EVs were nicer to the touch, but the electronics and UI of their screen were simply inferior. Don't even get me started on 3rd party charging networks for other brands to use. Tesla is the total package. By the way, I consider myself a car guy first. I still own gas cars too, but I really love driving my EVs. Great video, thanks for sharing!
Hyundai and Kai is easily nicer than tesla. Lmao tesla fanboy
@@mikev4634they are solid efforts but their range and efficiency compared to the size of their batteries is inferior compared to Tesla. They also cannot be updated over the air as easily and they need 3rd party charging which is much less reliable. So why would you pay as much or more for a car with inferior tech, range, ability to upgrade and substandard charging infrastructure?
@@mikev4634 brother I wasn’t a Tesla fanboy until AFTER I bought the car. The car is so good it turned me into one. Before I bought mine, the car I wanted so bad was the Kia Stinger. I was obsessing over that car…until I sat in one. I just couldn’t get over paying that much for such a cheap interior. All the touch points were hard plastic, and it felt just like their budget cars. So I decided to buy American! Tesla is the most American built car in the world.
You are absolutely right, that’s why Tesla is making money on each car it sells while others break even or loose money.
I find that car reviewers are using traditional car standards while reviewing EVs. Not to long ago, a car with 300 hp, leather seats, and a good sound system had the total package. EVs have changed everything.
An honest review done by someone who actually knows how cars work. 99% of other car "reviewers" wouldn't know where to begin if they wanted to remove the frunk lining to see what's inside the car.
Points raised about build quality and the materials are a very valid. I would also add the weird design of the wheels - you are guaranteed to damage them. The car isn't cheap so people should expect something else. I don't know what the profit margin on the MY is but M3 was something around 25% which is a lot. Some of this money could be redirected into improving the interior. I hope "Juniper" will be a big step forward since, like you said, other car manufacturers will eventually catch up.
With that being said, I would rather have a car with awesome tech and cheap interior rather than the other way round.
This dude is a shill who bashes cars he sees as a threat to a mechanic business. A Tesla will be in the shop aft less than most cars on the road and he hates them for that. He's not an engineer either and has no understanding of the term "usability" Tesla are the easiest daily drivers. Period. He said he speaks for the rest of the world but the average person desires a Tesla and the best selling car last year was a Model Y.
Yes, the I was surprised at how easily the wheels can be damaged on my Model 3. However, having rented SEVERAL 2023-2024 cars including a Hyundai Sante Fe, a Toyota RAV 4, a Nissan Rogue and a Nissan Murano. While the Sante Fe and Murano had slightly more plush interiors, they weren't really better. The touch screens in all of those ICE cars were cheap, buggy and frustrating to use compared to the Model 3. There was a LOT of plastic in all of these cars. The Santa Fe had softer, but not better seats and the door and dashboard trims were similar. So, clearly you don't know what you are talking about when you say that the Model 3 interior is "cheap."
The one fault of the Model 3 is that it does have road noise, but it is about the same as the ICE cars I have rented. The Toyota RAV 4 had atrocious road noise, and the Nissan Rogue and Murano had similar road noise. The Santa Fe was a little better.
The other criticism of the Model 3 is its firm ride. But considering it is as fast a several Porsche models, it makes sense that it should have sports car tuned suspension.
Regardless, the 2024 Model 3 addressed all of these issues and it is one of the most luxurious cars on the road right now. You have to go into six-figure cars to get better interiors.
The new Model Y, Juniper, will probably have the same improvements as the 2024 Model 3. Also, it is probable that the Model Y will have next generation batteries that will give it 500 - 600 mile range. If so, it will be the best car made bar none, and Tesla is going to sell them like hot cakes.
Yeah I was tired of having Scotty yell at me
99% = Tesla fanboys
The thing is, it's not a cheap interior, the whole thing is cheap. Plus, repairability is a nightmare, Tesla truly is the Apple of cars
I drove a Tesla Model 3 in Greece a couple of days ago. I don't know where it was made but it was absolutely brilliant. No squeaks, no rattles, very fast and very comfortable. And it was just the RWD long range.
I loved the simple interior, as many others have mentioned, it's much easier to clean (and to keep it clean) and you have far less things that can break (I guess mechanics that love taking advantage of clueless people, really hate that part).
Also, the whole indicator stalk baffled me. Many car guys, especially the older ones, you are really dogmatic and stuck in the past, aren't you? If you ask any motorcycle rider like myself, we would tell you that we've been using Tesla-like indicators our whole lives on all the bikes that we've ever owned or ridden. They take very little space, they only require your thumb to operate, and they do not auto-cancel by accident mid-turn all-the-bloody-time like the stupid car indicators do when you make any minor adjustment while turning.
Driving as first owner a 2009 Prius now at 316.000 km still able to achieve an 750+km on a 45l tank that amounts to some 400 to 500 kWh (depending on the source you use for that conversion) However a Tesla Y LR achieve some 480km on about 70kWh. That is a shocking difference in overall efficiency.
That difference in efficiency is non-existent when you consider the thermodynamics of electricity generation. Renewables as well...
yeah imagine the range when EV's start getting 120+ kwh batteries someday.
@@megapet777 I predict a 1000 mile range within ten years.
Your attention to detail is WHAT I LIVE FOR - my attention to detail is insane so I appreciate your perspective SO MUCH. Cannot wait to watch all of your videos!!!
But he doesn’t criticize the cheapest interiors on the planet, Toyota’s.
@@tomdurkinsdacias are even worse
over the air updates,,fsd V13...AI...crash safety...you need to brush up on those and give a COMPLETE REVIEW... ALSO YOU CANT GET the DRAG CD of a model 3 or a plaid without looking like a needle. Tesla has reasons for its design.lowest CG car..FIRST PRICIPLES...BEST PART IS NO PART that's why everything is on the screen the car is programmable.. and ever since fsd v13, i have not driven myself to work for a month now. i kid you not. NO interventions. it drives better and safer than me. it also picks me up from the parking lot...perfectly......your good mechanically but need a class on AI which is what the car is all about.
Great tutorial and information. As a retired HVAC guy I love the engineering on the manifold. Thanks again.
Finally a review that describes exactly how the model y feels to me. I tried to like the car because it is electric, and so popular. But when it came time to purchase it looked too bare bones.
I live in Phoenix with lows in the high 20's and highs around 110-115 and not had any problems with my 2021 Tesla Model Y long range. Yes a bit of range degradation of a few percent, but nothing that made me change my driving habits. The assembly of the vehicle is more like an aircraft to save weight, but you forgot to mention that the car is rated as the safest car on the road by NTSB.
Yeah because it's so heavy it basically crushes everything that it hits. Safe for the user but very unsafe for everyone else around it.
@@itsbtunes True thanks to that big ol' heavy battery that sometimes explode for no reason
@@itsbtunes There are many ICE cars heavier than a Model Y. The Model Y weighs 4,500 pounds. Something like a Toyota 4Runner weighs 4,400 pounds (up to 4,800 on some trims). The safety comes from a huge crumple zone in the front of the vehicle due to no engine sitting in the front and the batteries sitting underneath the car.
Check out the news on the tesla with family that went off a 100' drop of a cliff and everyone survived
@@markwilliams6378 please link these explosions, love the misinformation hate cause it is different. Then while you are at it, look up the car fire rates/Million miles per car statistics that are nicely complied by several agencies.
I’m happy with my 2018 Tesla Model 3. Best car I’ve ever owned (had a Chevy Bolt for a while). I even like the way it looks.
Same here M3 LR 2018…love the minimalism. Love 100 plus voice commands. My fit and finish is just fine. Ez to retro so much as a DIY.
Good for u but I think they look so God awful. Not aggressive or cool at all. Looks like a mall cop car.
Same for me. My 2018 M3LR is the best car I've ever owned.
Translation- you like/buy crap cars
Damn Sir, this is the type of content and presentation You Tube was invented for. I have nothing with Teslas; I live on a tiny island where the concept is not feasible nor environmentally friendly so I have no interest in EVs ...yet glued to the screen here like watching Breaking Bad in condensed form LOL. My compliments . Subscribed and I hit the bell. Well earned!
So brilliantly explained.. pluses and minuses all explained in a layman fashion.. even the negatives. Bless you!!!
explained in layman fashion.....by a layman
Well, it is now Aug 2023 and I have really changed my mind about Tesla vehicles.
Matter of fact, I now own the 2023 model Y long range vehicle. Great Vehicle, simple to operate, and has all the features I would ever need. It only took 3 weeks to get the vehicle once I ordered it. The more I watched videos on the Model Y, the more I liked it.
I wanted the Long Range Model Y because of the dual motors AWD, the sentry/dashcams built into the vehicle, the hatchback style, and the simplicity of operating the vehicle. Really don't need all the buttons and dials - and I use the voice commands to operate many of the features. The navigation system is outstanding and setting up routes are quick and easy.
I changed my mind about the GM vehicles because going to dealerships and dealing with the sales people - Tesla buying system is very easy and no haggles. The long wait times to even get a vehicle from GM, and the Chevy vehicles do not even come close to having all the features I like and want that are on my Tesla model Y.
So that is about it for now. Take care.
Yes. I respect AMD. He's clearly a really nice and honorable man. But it's clear he and people like Scotty... I mean, fixing cars is their livelihood. So what do you expect? lol. Of course they're going to have issues with them. The ICE is what they love/do.
Of course a Chevy wouldn't have the features of a Tesla, they are much cheaper cars. And yet you wouldn't know it by looking at the interiors
I’m glad you came around to liking Tesla. A lot of people simply hate them to be cool or mainstream. They’re great cars! Love my Model 3 2022 RWD!
just wait to see the issues when you are closed to o full reach the warranty mile expiration, everything falls apart, and no one services Teslas other than Tesla, so you might spend the big bucks. hopefully you aren't putting high miles on the tesla, so will last for a few years of happiness.
@@jakeko That is all misinformation. lol
My model 3 has the heat pump and when its cold and its siting outside it takes literally no time at all to heat the inside of the car its crazy fast.
I work in HVAC and this is pretty damn cool. We have a system very similar to this, but on a much larger scale.
what a wonderful review. love your work
Very fair and honest review! We watched this review prior to purchase, and was very skeptical of Tesla's quality. However, we were in the market for an electric car because we already have at-home charging setup done by the previous owners of the house. We test drove the Mach-E, Kia EV6, VW ID4, and the Model Y. Surprisingly, the Model Y had the best build quality, and according to the salesguy (Alex), the models built during the pandemic were terrible quality (late 2020 to early 2023). FWIW, the Ford and the Kia had horrific build quality; there were so many issues with panel gaps and plastics falling apart that we were honestly shocked. However, the new ones built at the Austin factory were significantly better. Our other vehicle is a 2022 Lexus RX350, and to be honest, I haven't had the best luck with it. We took it back to the dealer multiple times due to rattling and squeaks all over the place. So far, we put over 1K miles on the Tesla, and it's been way better than the Lexus in the first month of ownership. Time will tell for sure though.
In my opinion, electric cars are not for me, they are all ugly, and I drive 600 miles daily, an electric car is useless, from an electric to a hyd, the hyd is better 1000 times.
@@carlosaragon5103EVs are good for city commute, running errands and short trips.
Long trips? Gas cars for sure unless EVs have longer ranges.
@@carlosaragon5103do you do Uber or Lyft for work? How do you manage 600 miles daily? Crazy.
I think your comment is fair. Tesla's quality is not as bad as the host said. I compared it to my the other car, MB GLC, MB also has panel gap issue
@@carlosaragon5103 What do you do for work that would require 600 miles a day? I have 2 friends that drive full time for Uber/Lyft, and on an insanely busy day of driving people to the airport (like Thanksgiving week), they're clocking in at 350 miles. Even long-haul trucking at a max of 11 hours/day typically averages to be 400 miles daily.
The natural locations for controls are on or around the steering wheel where the wheel can steady the hand or finger when driving - especially on bumpy roads. Well designed visual touch control displays are great visually but take your eyes off the road and the bumps move the finger off target.
There is some room for improvement here, voice controls coming.
@@tedmoss Voice controls already exist. You can say things like "Temperature 68", "Tire Pressure", "Navigate to Walmart". You don't need to touch the screen while driving. And if you need to do something complicated on screen, that's when you activate AUTOPILOT, hands free steering adas system.
Can't believe I only just discovered your channel now. Your reviews are the best on youtube, professional, honest, no fluff and to the point. Respect!!
He’s ridiculous. I mean what person would twist an interior door handle like that to elicit a sound he doesn’t like just for show. If honestly you take what he says seriously, I got ocean front property to sell you in Arizona. 🤦🏼♂️
I’ve driven a Y for the past two years, the best car I’ve ever owned. It’s all about the excellent, one pedal driving experience for me. True mnimalist interior but great utility with the fold down back seat and carry ability.
I accidentally stumbled upon your channel and love your reviews. I’m at the end of the lease of my 2020 Model Y. I agree with many points you’d mentioned. I’m growing tired of it’s interiors and researching for my next car. However, Tesla is still in my candidate list. To the point of poor interiors, I just want to point out that for a car start-up like Tesla, it is very important to make some critical decisions on pricing and profit margins. If Tesla goes full luxury, they either have to increase the vehicle price or shrink the margin. For all of Tesla’s intents and purposes, they want to push as many cars out as possible. So I don’t blame them for cheap interiors. But at the end of the day, consumers do really care about business. They just want something they think is valuable to them, whatever that is.
But for me, I do find myself driving like a hooligan in my Tesla ( not blaming Tesla, just a confession.) 😂
Elon doesn't care. He already said that plain bland look is what he was going for. There are so many people that already like it with the non-luxury feel so why would Tesla change it? Most people don't have a clue how the interior should look for the price they're paying. I think the seats are too narrow in the model Y and I'm not fat.
It's the capital investment too. Tesla puts these vehicles together in 8-10 hours on the line. VW's 30 hours was an amazing feat that the industry loved to see and hear...It does mean it will be missing things other cars have but it is mostly in the name of saving weight, money, time on the line, parts, etc...
I agree on the margin. 4 months after your comment we've recently had news that VW is struggling to sell EVs and considering layoffs. Why? I think it's because in Europe we're suffering from notably higher electricity prices, and higher interest rates which has affected the financial benefits of switching. Tesla's high efficiency means that they are better value at the same price, and the low cost of production means they can lower prices and still make a profit selling everything they can make.
@@whattheschmidtid4 range sucks like the Lexus EV
Tesla had plenty of margin, how could they drop the prices of the high end by 30-35K ?
The best person to review cars. This is not fan talk. This is the truth. Thank you AMD. Great video as usual❤
Review summary Tesla = Science + Ipad + cheap Chinese plastic + hot glue 😂😂
Ive owned two teslas a 2018 Model 3 and now a 2023 Model X Which is amazing! Never any issues except Tires and wiper fluid and Blades. As far as charging Ive driven a Tesla cross country three times with no charging issues and average stop time was 15 minutes to charge.
Great in-depth review. I own a model 3 and it has been one of best cars I owned. With their technology and design. Tesla is ahead of the competition by a decade. If it weren’t for them, manufacturers would’ve produces similar cars like the boring Nissan leaf starting with BMW i3, they are the game changer. The interior is minimalist and most things are consolidated into the control screen. If you are looking for bells and whistles permanently sticking out of the dashboard, in a matter of months it will become standard to you and maybe boring. Most of the controls are also controlled by voice command including the AC. The auto pilot is amazing and with major software updates, it like getting a new car. Speaking for my model 3, I have over 27k on it and it drives like day one, no rattles nor squeaks. As for the design, it’s a personal preference and I love the style of the M3. I charge it every couple of nights and is more than enough for my daily commute. I don’t miss pumping gas nor stopping at a gas station for that matter
I have a feeling the quality issue is mainly for the ones from the Fremont plant. From reports overseas who get theirs from the Shanghai and Berlin plants, the fit and finish is on par with the major German brands. The Fremont plant is old and not optimized like the other plants so hoping the ones coming out of the Texas plant is better. Anyone got one from Texas please chime in on their experience.
Yes, it looks like he is reviewing a Fremont car.
Correct. I picked up my model 3 long range only a few weeks ago. Not a rattle to be heard, no panel gaps, no issues at all. I am in Australia and mine came from Shnaghai, I know of 3 others in my circle of friends who have Tesla's from Shanghai and all have no issues and put together exceptionally well. It does seem to be an issue from Freemont only.
I took delivery of a Fremont built Model Y and there were absolutely no issues with the car, the internet seems to love passing around opinions on which Tesla factory builds the best car. Kind of like Toyota owners comparing their North American built RAV4s with the Japan built RAV4 Prime!
He was talking about the material feel and the feel of the fake leather compared to other cars in the same price range with leather. The Model S is no where near BMW, Mercedes, or Lexus.
So far Mercedes has the most luxurious EV as reviewed from an actual engineer in manufacturing. ruclips.net/video/mkR4DwWL6uc/видео.html
@@chrischapin2936 My Fremont MYLR (Feb, 2022 build) had zero quality issues as well so it is a thing of the past. Now the Model Y in this video looks to be a Performance model with 21" wheels and lowered suspension with will dramatically affect ride and stiffness, perhaps making a few rattles.
Great review sir! I'm a marine technician and Just found your channel. Find myself listening to your channel while I'm working on boats. I love your attention to detail and I'm very similar in my work. Takes a little longer to do a quality job and have good morals but it's well worth it! Keep up the good work!
He’s ridiculous. I mean what person would twist an interior door handle like that to elicit a sound he doesn’t like just for show. If honestly you take what he says seriously, I got ocean front property to sell you in Arizona. 🤦🏼♂️
@@GBSamsonno he’s not he’s realistic lol
@@random13627 He is? About what, exactly?
@@GBSamson You did get the reason for him doing this, just to get interest in his videos. Not my way, I would not make any money on U-Tube.
@@GBSamson I have some property in Arizona, it is nice. I am waiting for Calif. to fall into the ocean.
I think this is the most fair and informative review I have ever seen of the Tesla Model Y - thank-you.
I'm in the market for a new car, however, I feel held back from buying a Tesla - this video confirmed it for me.
I don't mind the look of Tesla's cars, but I completely agree with your cheap build quality conclusion.
I've looked at literally dozens of reviews of the Tesla Model Y and this has one of the most unique points made by far. Thanks so much for your insightful review!
If you want an insanely in depth analysis Munro live is the best, there’s 40 videos each over 20 mins on each tiny detail of the year down
@@elysiumchaser7799 Hey, thanks for the advice!
This is a paid negative hit piece on Tesla, He says hes a mechanic but doesn't show any of the mechanical components of the car. He claims the body has bad gaps but shows none. He is not a body man either. He said the interior is put together with cheap glue but doesn't show any delamination. He claims the car creaks. Why didn't he take it for a test ride and prove it creaks. This is nothing but vast array of lies. I have reported this video to the Tesla legal team for deformation.
@@ronnythompson9115..So Ronnie, if any of this video is inaccurate poss Tesla has a legal case. But when this guy's opinion is true ( though your mind is closed to this possibility) then will his freedom of speech cover him,; or will that cover him legally to begin with? Just one guy's opinion? So ignore it. How can freedom of speech work if not on RUclips? Oh, I forgot RUclips stops randomly disagreeable sites too.. If Elon leaves it up doesn't that indicate Elon is ok with freedom of speech too?
@@bikemannc - Why doesn't he actually prove his points instead just spewing non sense out of his mouth? It would be pretty easy to prove his negative issues. Thought this was a mechanics review not a fit and finish review? In a court of law you have to prove your points. My guess is he is getting paid to spread Tesla FUD. Their is a difference between defamation and freedom of speech.
Thank you for calling the components as you see them. Too many places seem to be entirely badmouthing or total fanboys of the car.
What I can’t understand is why there are issues with things like panel gaps. Tesla manages everything related to the production of the parts to final assembly. It’s mostly automated so repeatability should be a non-issue. If they do any QA at all then they have very low standards. Panel gaps are something that can be checked very easily with scanners after each assembly phase. If a gap is off then detour that chassis off the line for manual inspection and adjustment if possible. If the detour line gets full then it’s time to halt production at that stage and figure out why. It sounds like the goal is to hit production and shipping goals then leave it to the service centers to make things right for the customers.
The panel gap issue is an valid one for older cars, but the mega castings have now solved it. My 2022 MY is as good or better than any car I've seen. In the words of one of the leading experts on manufacturing, Sandy Munroe, the fit and finish is now "Bentley, Rolls Royce quality". After having an interior w/o having all those crappy, engineered to break, gauges and buttons everywhere, I will never want to purchase another vehicle with that crap. Driving at night without an instrument panel in front of you is bliss.
Just bought a 2023 Model Y. Zero panel gap issues. Breathtaking assembly quality. 😮
@@usahome Same with my 2022 Model Y. The panel gaps are a fixed issue. You're going to love your new car! :)
There is no QC. Luckily mine has one tiny spot where 2 panel aren’t completely flush, but no weird gaps. My coworker just got hers, so many QC issues.
I wonder if your opinion has changed after the price drops. For me its just practical, and for 30k its pretty worth it. Charging at home, its the perfect everyday car.
Running ac in the summers puts my electric bill at worst was 800$ a month roughly I couldn't imagine how it would be also charging a car. I think it works for people in the right area or have solar. The way California keeps raising electric price and now there's consideration of tax charging electric vehicles by the miles since they don't get taxed in gas I feel like the saving cost you get with a electric vehicle is slowly fading away. The world doesn't want you to save money lol they just wanted everyone to get sucked into the electric vehicles and now they're looking for ways to make money off you since they're proven to be efficient which is bad for businesses.
@@devins1495 ive been charging mine at local pasadena city sponsored fast chargers near my house for 0.15 cents a kw. And the super chargers near me have a night rate of 0.27 kw. So right now my public charging is cheaper than my home electricity. Cost me about 6 bucks to fill the tank once a week. Occasionally i get to charge at work for free which is nice. I dont have solar but i dont think my charging would be too crazy. Looks like im only using about 170-200kw a month on driving. So even if i charged at home i would still stay in the cheaper electric bracket. Except for the two months a year we need AC like you mentioned. My electric bill right now tops at $300 in the peak months. In a 2 bedroom condo. I just went and filled my wifes prius up with gas and it was $35, the same driving in my tesla would cost about $10. The savings are definitely there right now
Hats off for a very honest and frank review straight from your heart. I really liked how you started with a simple Thermo dynamics concept and explained the whole system. Only someone with a good grasp of concepts and deep practical knowledge can explain it in a simple manner.
I appreciate your knowledge and reviews. Being in my 6th decade of life, I have owned several Toyotas, Fords, Lexus, BMW, and have test driven practically everything else in over a decade of car rentals while traveling. I can relate to the comments relating to fit, finish, and cheap plastic. I also respect your objective and subjective opinions. Here are mine. Having had all ICE vehicles up until my recent 2014 Model S (still have), as a car enthusiast, I didn't mind maintaining my vehicles with frequent engine oil changes, changing air filters, oil filters, spark plugs, points/condenser back in the day of distributors, occasionally transmissions, clutches, axle fluid, radiator fluid, having engine work done with the replacement of ignition coils, fuel injectors, fuel pumps, oil pumps, timing chains, timing belts, torque converters, and practically everything that gets hot, moves, or spins at super high rpms. I also did some SCCA Solo II racing, and having a low center of gravity helps. It was fun trying to pretend my MR2, 260Z, Supra Turbo, BMW were actual race cars, but I know they weren't. The point I am making here is that I'm fed up with dealing with heavy engine blocks that sit in the front of the vehicle at a height that is suboptimal for a heavy piece of machinery on a vehicle that is supposed to handle. Yeah, yeah, the MR2 was mid-engine, and the BMW handled well, but face it. Those freaking heavy Tesla batteries sit below me low to the ground. I have no heavy fossil fuel engine parts to worry about. All I need to worry about is my cheap plastic and not so great fitment. Let's talk ergonomics. When I get home, my Tesla suspension lifts the vehicle so I don't scrape the front, the garage door opens automatically, and I never have to worry about the door being unlocked when I leave. My Lexus and Toyotas all are not so smart. When I exit the car before the wife does, and try to lock the vehicle, the Toyotas always emit a continuous piezoelectric sound to tell me and everyone else in the vicinity that I am stupid for not waiting for the wife to leave before pressing the key fob lock button. What about the Toyota and Lexus center dashboard clocks not syncing with the computer clock? Why are they separate and not integrated?
VERY WELL SAID!!!
Great point about maintenance. I have owned several gas car brands before such as Benz, Volvo, Ford, Hyundai, Honda, Nissan, and maintenance was so costly compared to my 2018 Tesla model 3. The only things costed me so far for maintaining model 3 for 5 years are windshield wipers and fluid, cabin air filter, and a set of tires, just normal wear and tear.
I only use superchargers when travel hundreds of miles as I normally charge level 2 at home, which is practically free because I have solar panels.
I love the look of Tesla except model Y, and admit the interior is not nice and polished as my Benz, but its EV performance is wow!!! so smooth and fun to drive even in the city streets. I am so excited to finally be able to afford model X, just put order in last week. My next and probably the last car would be the Cybertruck 😮
I have a dream... also in my later years. Not changing oil! The issues raised, while valid, are mice nuts.
nobody wants or needs to read youur Harry Potter length novel... this isn't all about you
@@slowery43 Well, you did.
Thank you for explaining it nicely. The transfer of temperature is known as Thermal Equilibrium. Never knew until now that they can actually utilize that in an automobile.
most EV have heat pumps by now due to the missing gas engine as he explained :)
@@cpt.calamarigaming634 No, most have heat pumps because they copied Tesla, which is a good idea.
Temperature does not get transferred, heat does. This is not what thermal equilibrium is.
I just bought a 2024 Model Y and I have to say Tesla has made massive strides in the fit and finish of their cars. I compared welds to previous Model Y’s and the new ones are far better. No panel gap issues either. Something to keep in mind is that Tesla has only been manufacturing since 2008 so they’ve covered a ton of ground in a fraction of the time of other manufacturers. Your videos are great BTW.
I had a 2018 Model 3 for the last four years. It is a well built and well thought out machine! Luckily, they don't break down very often! Those are the good things! The bad: Range is never anything near what they claimed, unless your trip is totally driving downhill (is that possible🤣)! If, in the rare case, that you have to take it in, service absolutely sucks! I traded back for a gasoline powered car! I needed to take out of town trips, which isn't the Tesla's strong point, unless you have a lot of time and patience!
But for city driving, and commuting to work - it's the best! Note: I do have a home charger!
Before I bought my Model Y, I had a Model 3. I live in southern Nevada and had taken it to Wisconsin, California, Utah, Arizona and other places. Leaving the house with a full battery, going to WI was simple. Drive until it was time for lunch, start charging the car, and before I was done eating, the car was ready to go. Then drive until it was time for dinner, start charging...
When I got to where I would spend the night, charge the car, go to bed, get up and repeat as the first day. Third day, repeat except that at the end of the day, I would be at my destination. Very conveniently, the trip was split into almost identical 600 mile sections. The autopilot system worked very well and I never had to guess where the next supercharger was or what exit I needed to use when changing Interstate highways.
The miles shown in your battery icon shows combined range. Not highway. Which is why when you enter your destination it gives you the range while traveling highway speeds and it takes into account weather. That system has been incredibly accurate, I would suggest changing your battery miles to %. That helps unconfuse people.
@@nvrick7729 It sounds like you eat lunch and dinner every two hours. Lunch at 10 am and dinner at 12pm? So unless you drive at 45mph there is no way you can drive from real lunch time to dinner time between the charging. Most people drive at 75mph because the speed limit is 70mph there. Even if you had M3 LR with 358 miles of range you would have driven about 200 miles after you charged at home. 20% loss of the range because of the speed and 20% battery reserve. That is 3 hours. But then you would have to charge until 80% and now to get back to 20% you can only drive 150 miles. 2 more hours. Certainly not the time to eat dinner unless you are a Amish who eat dinner very early because of the lack of electricity. So I know you are FULL-OF-SHIT.
BS I think you made this up you didn’t have a tesla .
@@dt2526 Way longer than you've had yours!
I sit in my 4 year old mercedes and I feel so good looking at the interior craftsmanship, buttons, switches, lights and overall trim. I can't give up that feeling for any electric car.
Drive one and you will change your mind really fast.
Ever tried an electric Mercedes? (Just bought an EQA).
I've had my Tesla for over two years. Your opinions are all valid! Panel gaps, build quality, and non-sensical things are alongside some absolutely brilliant things and some of the best car software ever written. If the entire car was dumbed down, I'd accept manual things (making the car cheaper). It does seem they didn't put ANY money into some things that matter. Efficiency matters most, so they put their money there.
I agree with most of your assessment, the door handles (interior and exterior) consistently confuse my passengers. How easy would it have been to put in some generic, reliable handles? Sure, it adds complexity and more potentially breakable components versus a single button, but I'm willing to accept that.
Thank you for your review! Subbed! I look forward to many more!
Tesla has fixed those issues. Funny how you didn't mention that
Tesla trying to cash in asap before real car manufacturers get into the game. Quality not a priority!
Tesla was designed to feel different as Apple wanted their products to look and feel different than what they were....personal computers. A Tesla car is still a car...with four rubber tires, steering wheel, pedals and some cushy seats....like Starbucks is still, after all the froth and wierd hip counterstaff, a cup of coffee.
In doing so Tesla had become the 90s BMW/Mercedes with some quirky differences just to be different. That comes with price and pricey monopoly service. That's fine for the first line of buyers who were people that babied their cars, polished and fed them daily, looked at them adoringly and would pay the price for their metal baby.
A lot of what they do, probably 70% is just good engineering. 30% is just trying to be different for difference sake.
The original simplicity and ease of maintenance argued by the original EV providers like Nissan, just flew out the window when Tesla got going. These are extremely complex and mechanical appliances now. The same thing happened over time with ICE cars, once simple like a lawn mower, now extremely complex.
A pleasure and pride for their owners...except when something goes wrong...then they're just a damned car.
People seem to miss what the exterior door handles are about. Its about air turbulence. The handles are flush with the door for efficiency. Not sticking out, not recessed, flush just like things on a airplane. This is why there is no "generic reliable handles"
I do agree the handles are confusing for new users. I understand the design though. They have combined the button push with the presentation of the handle without using any electronics (like on the other models). I wished they would had done something similar to Ford though. A button that unlatches a door, then a spring to push the door far enough out to get your hand behind. More intuitive but not as pretty.
@@Sanga_boy "Reel" car makers don't make real cars and are not a real threat to real Tesla cars.
I've been driving for 30 years. Own 4 ICE car/truck. Did most of maintenance on them on my own & got really sick & tired of it. Bought a Model 3 two yrs ago & loving it, so does the rest of the family. Sold 2 of my ICE cars recently & just bought my wife a Model Y today. I don't see myself could ever going back to an ICE or hybrid. I do agree the interior is a bit cheap at its price point but the driving & handling, the minimum need/cost of maintenance, the convenience of charging at home at 1/4 of the cost of gas made it all worth it. Thanks for your honest review.
That is what I have found. I do not miss oil change anxiety every 5k.
Wow! What a fantastic explanation of how this works, I applaud you. I have never heard anyone explain this in such great detail as you have and I have been following Tesla for quite a few years already. Again, many thanks!!! 👏
The first part of the review about how Tesla's engine works was brilliant, But this poor guy was out of his league when he ventured into aesthetics. He understands the beauty of simplicity when it comes to engine design but does not get it when it comes to the exterior and the interior of Teslas, which is breathgivigly beautiful.
Why don’t mention maintenance requirements, it does have a “transmission “ with lot of gear, the motor has gears and are lubricated , when you need to do an oil change? Can you do it at home like the gas cars?
You don't need to change the gear oil, may not have to do brake, no coolant, just have to add windshield washers fluids blades, cabin filter, tires. Now there's no maintenance schedule
Simple.. its because there are non..
This channel has easily become my fav youtube channel.
I'm not allowed to use my phone in the car but it's OK to have a fourteen inch tablet to turn on the wipers?
ideally you would use voice control while in motion
There is access from steering wheel on certain models or the stock button behind the steering wheel to activate the wiper/windshield washer. Otherwise all Tesla comes with Autopilot if desired to use the screen.
Who said you couldn't use your phone? My model Y is connected to my phone, so I can use it while in motion, hands off.
Lolll of course there always a loophole dude this car is not practical , I heard the computer side is actually from Toyotaaaaaaa.
@@EdwardGomez-u8ei will be required to dispose of my diesel truck soon. I'm not sure where to even begin on what electric vehicle I should invest my life's savings on...
Great review - can't wait to see your review of the new Model 3 Highland - they've really improved build quality and finishes - still not the best, but getting very competitive at the price range. Will have to see what they do to the Y.
Is that with the juniper battery?
At the price point fit and finish should equal a rolls!
Unfortunately they have also made their driver assist and "self driving" features significantly worse in the revised model by getting rid of radar detectors and only using normal cameras because of cost cutting.
I really like the handling. I guess the appeal is mostly the experience itself; everything just works seamlessly. It does what you want, when you want it, all the time. you never have to work around the machine. You get in, put it in gear and go. no fumbling with keys, no vibration, no noise. you get heat right away, you don't have to wait for an engine to warm up. you can even ask it to pre heat or pre cool before you get to the car. you can floor it right away, you don't have to worry about a cold engine. When you DO floor it you always get the full go, you don't have to write a letter to the transmission asking for permission to do a pass and hoping it gets back to you in time. you can do short trips, you don't have to worry about it not coming up to temp just to move it around the yard. When you're done you just get out and go, it shuts down & locks on its own. you never go out of your way to get a top up, you just plug it in overnight and start every day off with however much range you need.
Thanks!
Really enjoyed your review even though I do not agree with all of your opinions. For reference I have a 2022 Model Y Performance in the garage parked next to a 2021 Toyota 4Runner. We also own a 2013 Lexus RX450h and a 2017 Porsche 911 C2s, so the whole gamut of quality. I agree that the quality of the Model Y is not fantastic but ours must be way better than the one you tested. No squeaks or rattles and the door handles do not squeak. Some of the body panel gaps are not perfect. In comparison, the other three cars we own are fantastic. The ride quality is firm but not terrible. Firmer than the 4Runner or Lexus and similar to the 911. The overall look of the Model Y is not great I agree. You kind of wrote off the acceleration of the car, but that sure makes merging onto freeways and passing so so easy. We use our Model Y for around town driving for the most part and love it for that. It is fast and reasonably nimble and we pop it on the charger at night and the next day have a full tank of "gas". Most importantly, my wife loves driving the car. She usually drives her Lexus RX450h, is not super comfortable driving the 4Runner, and has never tried to drive the 911, so her feeling super comfortable driving the Model Y was a factor in deciding to buy the car. We have had the Model Y since last September and still love it. That said, if I could only have one of our four cars and could not sell one or trade one for something else, I would keep the 4Runner. It is the most versatile and most capable. Right now it mostly sits in the garage and we use the Model Y for 95% of our driving.
Have you tried the Model X? I think it is much more comfortable and pleasure to drive than the Y.
You have all my favorite cars. We have a Tesla 3LR, Y Performance. If had more parking space and money maybe the 911 and 4Runner would be here too.
I miss my 2022 4Runner TRD Off Road Premium. Couldn’t afford the gas in November 2021 as I drive for Uber/Lyft. I used a 2015 BMW 328d (diesel) until I traded for a 2023 Model Y. Can’t wait until I get a home charger. Just got my Tesla CCS adapter tonight when I came home. Hopefully that’ll cut my charging bill a bit as the chargers at the mall are $0.43/kWh and the Tesla Supercharger is $0.46/kWh (12:00am-4am8
@@hawtan4536 No I have not tried the Model X. Too expensive for me!
@@J.Young808 Love my 4Runner but it mostly sits in the garage now. No plans to sell it as I still use it for hauling stuff and off road trips. Nice not to be spending so many dollars on gas though.
The air conditioning is vented through a car wide vent bar. It is fully directional by the touch screen using air vectoring.
Thank you for your expert assessment and opinions. I do agree the material and fit and finish of my 2023 MY and M3 is less than desire for the amount of money I’ve spent on them. That being said, I bought the Teslas for their technology and extensive supercharger networks. If Tesla spent more time and resources to improve the materials and fit and finish they wouldn’t be able to churn out cars fast enough to meet the demands and the cost would be even greater. Some compromises have to be made to get these cars out to the masses at the earliest time available. The traditional ICE auto industry spent 100 years refining the fit and finish of their automobiles but at the end of the day they are antiquated the moment they rolled off the assembly lines. The Tesla gets better features and performances through time via over the air software updates. That is a game changer.
OTA updates wasn’t mentioned here. This concept is not widely nor effectively practiced by car manufacturers generally, but Tesla is doing it very well. Most traditional cars don’t get free OTA software updates, you got to take it in for service and maybe you get an update.
So a Tesla potentially improve in functionality and performance after you bought it. That cannot be said about other cars, not even other EVs eg BYD, MGs etc.
@@jacobheinz8236i see that as a good thing.
We’re hearing a lot from Tesla owners on here, of course you love the piece of crap. And yes, the engineering is amazing. I rode in one of these on an Uber trip, I’ll never get in one again. What garbage.
@@sethtenrecfor better or for worse it’s the best selling vehicle in the world so there must be something to it.
@@1486230 the best selling model because they only make a few. Certainly not the best selling car brand. Far far from it.
I have been servicing and installing HVAC systems for 30 years and I have never seen anything like this. It’s amazing.
Love the review. I agree with most comments, quality of some materials, general fit and finish. My personal experience with my 2018 Model 3 is, some panel gaps (I can live with those) 115k kilometers, 93% battery health (Tesla gave us a way to check in a recent OTU (Over The air Update), zero rattles, a joy to drive. Did I mention the OTUs. Seems like a big oversight. Except that my 4 year old 3 doesn’t have the Octovalve or double window panes that my wife’s 2022 Model Y has, my 3 has everything that a brand new 3 or Y has. The updates are huge son my list.
No mention of safety in the review either. I’ve found that people make a big deal about safety but most times it’s only lip service. My daughter is pregnant and I was really happy she got a Model 3. I have a 5 year Honda Cr-V and I guaranty that my grandchildren will never be in it as long as I own a Tesla. I kept the Honda for when I need to carry stuff that I don’t want in the Y. Sure wasn’t for the towing ‘cause the Y can tow more.
No fatalities in a Lexus RX. None. And I can get one I love for $40K less than the subsidized slave labor crazy repair cost Tesla. And it will go 300K miles with a battery replacement that is under $200.
@@uncareid5557 always good to get what we love. Good for you.
@@Tzoid1 well, I love my wife! coming up on 50 years!
I use my model Y for ride share and usually the first thing people say upon entering the car and seeing the interior is wow this is a really nice car! Personally I don’t miss having a hundred confusing buttons everywhere and prefer the clean clutterless feel. I like the majority of owners have no panel gap issues or poor build quality issues. So in sort his feelings about the build and design is just his opinion.
BS
@@bobbybishop5662 i have a 2023 September California build..same wheels, and colors. 0 panel gap issues...100% 0 rattles.
@@videosuperhero100 good for you
Besides the fact of continual improvement.
@@tedmoss And they seriously pay attention to honest criticism.
This guy's criticism was less than honest.
Apparently, the Model Y manufactured in Berlin should be a lot better built than the previously ones. I surely hope that, 'cause I just recently ordered a Model Y Performance :)
You will not be dissapointed, it will change your expectation of all cars period.
I absolutely love my Model Y Performance. It’s not a luxury vehicle, what we do love is what it is.
A couple notes on the comments about what he doesn't like...i'm currently riding in that exact same car: same color inside and outside, same wheels and tires. Built in California. 2023 September build. 0 rattles. The road noise when doing small bumps and bigger bumps is a low thud/rumble which is new to me coming from a toyota avalon which seemed quieter. But that said, these are low profile performance tires, bigger wheels, and a glass roof that won't exactly absorb sound...so with that awesome glass roof will come sound reflection which can create more road noise...it's physics. Car to me looks beautiful and functional, it gets way more interior space than any car its size, seats fold flat for sleeping, impressive handling and arodymamics. Additionally the car is more "in tune" with my actions. You get in and go, the one peddle driving after a day is way more control and extension of your driving than any other car, the turning is super responsive and smooth. He said he doesn't like the build...but go side by side with the exception of road noise on bumps...what matches up better? I test drove alot of cars...nothing was close in this price range.
Id4?
@@SW-ni8ls whats your commentary?
Same question. I am comparing this to a BMW i4. I do like hearing your experience and you drove others before the buy. On the fence.
Tesla seems to be polarizing with build quality. I personally have never noticed a problem with build quality. My only major complaint is door handles. Otherwise I am very much in favor of Tesla. I do not own a Tesla, I test drove one… clearly ownership would tell the true story.
@@JaiSilasAya I personally own and have now 5 friends with Tesla's, model 3, 2013 model S, model y...0 build quality issues. All the tesla baloney Is just a bunch of PR bots spreading this info because its the only play left by the legacy car maker industry. Everybody that ACTUALLY owns one as a % will rebuy a tesla vs any other brand. Consumer reports is now saying the tesla is the lowest cost of ownership vs any other brand. The "polarizing" build quality seems to be a bit of nonsense in present day build quality.
i agree with the the gaps being an objective problem but saying that there are missing buttons on interior is a strong subject of opinion... i actually find the cleanliness and lack of controls a big improvement against all other manufacturers... additionally the newer models have double laminated windows which improve the silence in the car.. not even speaking about safety and AI focused driving asistance and 360-degree camera system to record everything 24/7 is extremely huge plus especially when accidents happen so you have a strong defend case against insurance companies..
There’re many real life accidents involving Tesla on RUclips you can watch proving your point - saving a Tesla driver a lot of pain and money. No bull, the cameras around the Tesla are constantly recording and the police love the evidence available. Sure it can also incriminate you if you’re the troublemaker.
The screen is decent but could be much better designed. It's large but ut seems about 40% is fixed in showing the image of the car in various situations. So the really usable area is only about 60% of the screen. Also, those two sections of rhe screen should ve reversed. The area of rhe screen that you'll interact mire with should be closer to the driver.
Lastly, all Teslas scream for a HUD feature.. It would go a long way to make rhe driving experience nuch more user-friendly.
You should see the early cars that came out of Fremont lol. I heard stories from there. One guy I know said they struggled stretching those panels to get the gaps closer without causing damage to the paint. He thinks the assembly of some internal parts somehow went out of whack. At one point he said an engineer asked them to cut a hole in one of the panels so he can stick a camera in there to see what's preventing the panel not to sit properly. Early production pains obviously. But if the recent cars are still like that then they have a more serious problem.
I totally agree on the outside panel placement quality, the design though is purely subjective as I do like the super minimalist design.
And also let’s be real, go to a McLaren dealer and look at panel gaps on their new cars. Panel gaps are far improved, my second Tesla is flawless. Even if they were still bad, it’s the least important part of “build quality”.
Love the Chanel. Long time viewer. Own a LS500 that I love. Wife had to get a Model y and traded in her RX350. Bought the Y in December 2024. It’s been a perfect vehicle so far. None of the issues you are seeing on the model you reviewed. Funny how things can change ( for the better ) in such a short period of time.
Thanks for your high-level overview review. Liked your logical and objective review of the best and the worst things about Tesla cars. God bless and take care Sir.
Yep I ordered mine recently due to its price drop. I feel that it’s at a level that is reasonable and makes sense for the wallet. Would NOT have spent 70k on this, that would be dumb. But Tesla can and will evolve faster than any other automaker to meet customer expectations. Tesla is here to stay.
Then why are other car manufacturers catching up to Tesla? Especially in range capability. Tesla is still king but competition is creeping up. Basically your claim of Tesla evolving faster would mean by now they'd have a 700 mile range EV.
Saleen, you have to feel good about your tesla or else live with incredible buyer’s remorse. So you keep feeling good rationalizing, go ahead.
What good is evolving is the car isn't built right from the start, Everyone brags about how great the Tesla is, but why are so many people getting rid of them so quickly . I also want to know how long will the car software be supported for - the real period not the happy talk to trick people into being beta testers. Buying one of these used is a huge risk because no one knows how long the battery will really last, Tesla cannot be trusted - if they have faith, guarantee the battery for 500,00 miles let them put their money where their mouth is.
@@flybeep1661 but 700 miles in what temp . They should state the miles At 0 degrees and 90 degrees so you know the real range not the BS range
Well, I drove one and I cancelled my order for Lexus NX. Thank you for your review but it's still the best in the market today. 🙂
Enjoy your frequent trips to the dealership when the Tesla is delivered
Definitely not the best. Hopefully it works out well!
@@andybub45 thank you, at the end of the day it's gonna be about choice.
Update after a year?
@@yslee1401 So far, I have no trips to the dealer after over 1 year and a half of driving.
I wonder if Elon engineers watched this video? I own the model Y
And I have never own a car that I get anxious to drive like I do with this vehicle . Yes exterior and interior no that good but it's unbelievable how reliable it is .
Super fast agile smooth . It's makes no sense how something so simple is so fascinating to drive .
Good job reviewing this brutally honest .
I bought a Model 3 this March. No problem at all with assembly. For the interior, fit and finish are good. I like the fact that there are no buttons and many screens like most cars. As for the center screen, once your programmation is done, you do not need to go through the many menus. Also, once you get familiar with the content, you can program the rest to make it easy to use (radio stations, wipers...). The ride is excellent, not bumpy at all. It is a sport seden, but the suspension is very confortable. The seats are too. Tesla has improved on fit and finish since late 2022, but the material used for the inside are not top quality to keep the price down. Once you own a Tesla, you do not want to go back to a regular car with keys and all. This is such an easy car to use with low maintenance, and mostly, low cost of operation.
Really enjoy your channel and your content of different auto brands. Your expertise and clear way of explaining complex systems is excellent.
You actually missed one of the most interesting technologies Tesla uses to quickly generate heat. You mentioned that there are a couple of electric heaters for when the temperature is too cold for heat pump to work efficiently. What you didn't mention is that those electric heaters are actually the drive motors themselves. When stationary, they can send power to the motors by oscillating a forward and reverse command simultaneously. This results in the motor instantly heating up (very hot) and the coolant running through it is used where needed. No other car make does this.
He doesn't know this!
So, they saved some money not putting actual heaters? Which are very small and light btw
Yeah top rated safety but then that’s not as important as more bling in the cabin is it. Wait let me ask my family.
@@Sheldon42 It all goes back to efficiency not the component count or cost.
@@marcogutierrez8669 Tesla is not the safest car of them all, you know that, don't you?
I’m happy with my 2012 BMW X3, 190,000 miles. I do my own oil changes and basic maintenance. Everything works like it’s supposed to. Never had to take it into the shop except for a transmission oil service.
Thank you for the review! As a Tesla M3P owner, I LOOOOOOOOVE the interior and the exterior. I will admit that transitioning to an EV from my 2017 Lexus IS250 it was intimidating, at first, it was something to get use to. Once you get use to the difference, you soon realize that an EV is much better than an ICE car. I always look forward to driving it, even after owning it for a year.
I think it is a beautiful car all around. Techy, sleek and fun! It is all personal preference tbh. Out of all EV cars, Tesla will be the best option. They opened the "electric car mainstream", but they will never be a thing of the past. They are only going to be get better and better. In my humble opinion, it is an amazing car to drive and worth every dollar. Plus the sounds system is BOMB!
I always get comments on my hot car, 22m3.
But it is the excellent functioning that turns my crank.
What an awesome review. I am a tech guy and I appreciate your deeper dive into the cooling system and the follow up on build quality. A car is not like a phone; you live in it. You touch the surfaces, you feel the bumps, you breathe the air, you put things into the cup holders, the side handles, etc. And you do this for years, not months.
After extensive research and considerations, I bought and owned a Toyota Mirai (a hydrogen-electric vehicle). THAT was a beautifully executed electric car that also has a luxurious interior with great fit & finish and real car amenities (including real buttons). It's a Lexus under the Toyota badge. Anyway, it has its own struggles with Infrastructure, but that's a whole different story. After 3 yrs of ownership, I moved on (only because it was totaled in an accident). I recently shopped for a new car and looked long and hard at Tesla Y and X. I ultimately went to a gasoline GV70 as I felt EV infrastructure is not where it needs to be, especially when I don't have a dedicated garage to nicely charge it every night. Once I do, I'll seriously consider EVs again. I love that smooth, quiet driving-on-air experience of the Mirai. You are right, Tesla tech is beyond everyone else's. They should just license it to real car makers and continue to innovate on the EV drive train and software front. Let real car builders build the rest. Wait until Toyota comes out with solid state batteries. That will be the revolution the EV industry needs. For now, Tesla's 4680 Li-Ion battery is it (years ahead of competition).
Please do a deep dive review of the gasoline GV70. 🙏
You hit the nail on the head. If you have a covered garage where you can charge your car every day, an EV makes sense. Otherwise, you are better off with a gas car.
I say this as a happy model Y owner.
@@AlanMyronPrivate i have a covered garage...but i don't have a charger. That said...I live in area where there are 2 super charger places, and every whole foods has free charging and some of the public garages that are free for 90 min have chargers.
@@AlanMyronPrivate I charge mine outside.
Please check it out for yourself, you will be surprised by the contrast between an opinion and the fact.
Great review-thank you! I drove a loaded Model 3 (performance package and all) and it was a nice car to drive, specially fast. It was a rental, I should clarify, so I did not pay attention to the build quality details as I would if purchasing one for myself. However, do not forget to mention the charging network for Teslas; that is important. Biggest charging network and it works reliably. I, like you, would want buttons and physical controls to operate things, and build quality is important to me as well.
This is the most spot on review of Tesla I have ever seen, and it’s not even close.
I work at a chevy dealership and the build quality seems to be about the same as on any new chevy. I dont know if other brands are the same way but i think all cars are trending toward the quantity over quality mentality.
As a former Chevy guy, I agree. You have to experience the Tesla to truly appreciate it. Buy one.
Same build quality of a Chevy? That's not really saying much.
@billsanter that's what I meant. Most car companies are putting out poor quality products nowadays.
The Tesla thermodynamic system is amazing. Have you done a similar analysis of other EVs that have a heat pump? I wonder if they can also smartly move heat from so many sources to so many sinks (even if it takes many separate valves)?
This is the best Tesla review I've seen. We have 2 Lexus in the house. At one point we considered buying a Tesla. Two of my friends beat me to it and they both were deeply disappointed (one replaced their Benz and the other replaced a BMW). I've been in their Teslas and I think a Honda Civic is a better ride.
We have always had a Lexus RX hybrid. If you have that, you are basically driving an electric car 1/3 to 1/2 of the time, and a luxury one at that. The Y is not luxury if you have a Lexus. And the 2023 Y's ride is 100% better than previous years. The X feels a little like a Mercedes interior and the 6 seater seems to have a lot of room like a minivan. The 3 row Y is like a standard Highlander, tight in the back. The novelty of the Y hasn't worn off yet, but I will tell you that I prefer driving my 13 year old 450h to the Y for ease of use and comfort.
Love your videos ! To put things in proper perspective and take the “magic” out of the equation, it’s helps to understand the temp range you’re dealing with. It’s -460 degrees F to 32 degrees in your example. So knowing that range, there’s really still a lot of “heat”/energy to absorb below 32 degrees F. Your just using compression to capture and move it from one side to the other. Hot/cold sides of the system. Same principle for your home air conditioning, refrigerator, heat pump style water heaters and furnace. But, yes, it’s pretty amazing. 😊
To each their own. In my experience I grew up on GM. my entire family owned either an Impala, Nova, Cutlass 442, Monte Carlo, or Caprice. When I came of age, I followed suit with GM and Ford. When Tesla first launched, I was a doubter as to whether the company would produce practical, affordable vehicles. I have owned 3 Tesla vehicles since 2018 (MY and M3 sitting in the garage as of this writing). These cars are engineered and refined over time (structurally and technically). The MY coming out of Texas with the single piece casted front & rear frame (which I currently own) is an engineering first. The 2022 M3 coming out of Fremont with LFP batteries is also a first. If ANY other auto manufacturer can do better they have not done so to date, and the numbers show. Time will tell as to the longevity of both the company and the vehicles, nevertheless the gauntlet has a been set for the industry to follow. Innovate or perish.
All legacy automakers are innovating. Just look at the EVs they are producing and the once that they have announced. Teslas are caca built cars with components that don't last past 5 years lol.
I Couldn't Agree More!!! There is No Other Car I would BUY! No more Smog! Over the Air Updates! Home Gas, or charging! The Most complete charging system on the Planet!!!
@@USNEM wanna talk about not last past 5 years? Look at Chevy/GM electric vehicle
Other cars are engineered and refined over time and Tesla still has a ways to go in terms of NVH and ride/handling refinement as well as the sounds they make in the cabin. The drum like resonance is still a part of the 3 and Y at least, even in the more tighter feeling ones. Tesla would be better to slow things down and stop chasing volume over just making the best Teslas they can. But they seem obsessed with volume.
@@benjaminsmith2287 Very well said. I agree.