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Awesome Car

CA Y owner, 04/16/2024
2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The model Y is a great car. Benefits include no maintenance compared to a gasoline car. No oil changes, waterpumps, and hundreds of moving parts to have to worry about replacing all the time. If you're driving around town, you can't beat an EV. Of course longer trips take some planning to recharge but there are so many Tesla Superstations you sometimes don't know which one to go to. And it really isn't that bad. The Y is the perfect size giving you more room than a model 3. It's super comfortable but also really fast and sporty. Once you feel the power of an EV you'll see how archaic gas engines are. Don't believe all the bad news people try to tell you. Most don't have a clue and have an agenda to bash EVs or just jump on the band wagon. But of course if you live in freezing temps or have to commute long distances everyday, then you should still have another car which has a gasoline engine. But the Y is one of the best cars we've ever owned and we've had over 25 cars including BMWs, Porsches and everything else.

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2021 Model Y Performance

Eric L, 11/23/2021
2021 Tesla Model Y Performance 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I took delivery of the MY in June 2021 and have been very happy with the car. I did pay for FSD, which in hind sight I might not have but the tech on the car is amazing. It’s the funnest car I’ve ever owned, from the instant acceleration to the games and cinema features on board. I have not had any weird issues. I did pay to have it wrapped with stealth PPF and it looks great! I would recommend this car to my family and friends!

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Good but with issues

Chuck, 04/15/2024
2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Performs as expected. It’s basically like driving a cell phone. Not exciting but performs well. My only issue, which is significant is the poor build quality. At highway speeds will occasionally start to whistle from the door/windshield area which will dominate any other sound in the cabin.

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Tesla model y

Lisa Densley, 06/02/2021
updated 06/06/2022
2021 Tesla Model Y Performance 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
2 of 19 people found this review helpful

Bought the car and feel that it’s the best purchase I ever made

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Second Tesla

Dadof4, 10/20/2021
2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range 4dr SUV AWD (electric DD)
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Previous had a 2018 Model 3, which was awesome, but wanted more space and higher seating. The Model Y fits my lifestyle better and has all of the fun and sportiness of the M3. Almost perfect vehicle. Highly recommended!

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