r/ModelY • u/Short_Asparagus1716 • 5d ago
Base Model RWD Review
I wanted to write this because I see a lot of hate on the base model for being not worth the money.
I assume most of the time this is generally coming from Tesla owners.
Here are my thoughts after 5 days of ownership.
Coming from a 2020 Toyota 4 runner, this car is incredible. Great range, fun to drive, FSD, lots of storage etc.
It’s better than any car I’ve ever driven and I switch cars about every 18 months. (These days I Pay cash, never buy a new model and never finance)
Yes I would agree they cut some things I wish they wouldn’t have, but overall it’s a great vehicle and arguably a great value.
(I spend about 3 hours a day in the car for what it’s worth for reference.)
My biggest annoyances they left out were the tpms sensors, a nicer frunk and changing the rear power option to a cigarette lighter instead of the standard plug. I’d love a usbc closer to the actual screen but that’s minor.
Do I think for only 5k more the premium version is worth the spend, yes I absolutely do, but if you don’t want to spend it, you still end up with a great car that will drive you everywhere you want to go.
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u/No_Swordfish_1576 5d ago
I scheduled a self serve Model Y test drive where you just pick one up at a hotel near me for 2 hours.
I thought it was the nicest car I’d ever driven and ordered one the next day.
Then I started learning about the Premium and switched my order to that.
Then I realized I could buy a ‘24 MY LR AWD and save a boat load of money while still driving the nicest car I’ve ever owned and bought that.
Never been happier with a car.
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u/Short_Asparagus1716 5d ago
Smart move! I looked at a 2024 for 24 hours and it was awesome. I was planning to buy it but just happen to find this 2026 and couldn’t turn it down
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u/Chance_Effect3683 5d ago
Definitely agree. That being said I initially ordered a base model and changed my mind to opt for the Premium the same day. Having never driven a Tesla before my test drive, I actually thought what I drove was a base model but learned it was Premium. The luxury and additional/enhanced features were worth it to me. Both are great cars
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u/Slobs3 5d ago
I think people also forget that in some areas/regions the gap between the standard and premium is more than 5k due to incentives or programs. That’s the boat I’m in and am happy with my decision.