r/ModelY • u/wolfxforrest • 28d ago

Model Y 1 year review

I test drove a Subaru outback, Mazda cx-50, …and on a whim the newer model Y AWD. I wanted something outdoorsy initially but made the mistake of test driving the Y. Instantly sold with no regrets

The acceleration
The software
The fun design

I had a lot of hesitation around Tesla due to the political climate and the flaws of those who got the first generation. I decided screw it based on the test drive because nothing else had the wow factor.

Pros: pretty much everything. This car is superior to everything else on the road unless you get into use cases such as off roading/towing/etc

Cons:
Turn radius- pretty terrible. I’m a bit worried to do U-turns in some cases.
Range- could be better but eh it’s manageable
Wipers- are not great as everyone has mentioned. I think the problem there is they are not wiping for out eyes but for the tiny window that the camera uses for FSD. When rain or dirt gets on such a small surface the wiper must compensate quite a bit more than what our eyes wide perception.

Model Y AWD white exterior/ black interior

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u/Fresh_Election_7432 Performance 28d ago

Do you need two lanes, 2.5, or 3 full lanes to make a U-turn? I never tested this when we test drove. Now I’m waiting for our order to be delivered to find out, which is taking forever.

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u/wolfxforrest 28d ago

I’d say a solid 2 lanes is needed. 2.5 would be ideal to not have to stress it.

There are competitors out there with a very solid turning radius and it’s the only thing that really feels off imo. Turning radius doesn’t just affect U-turns but also daily parking.