Tesla Model Y Received Review From Kelly Blue Book

Tesla Model Y received a thorough expert Review from the noted firm Kelley Blue Book, and, like its predecessor Model 3, some praised.

The 2020 Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV build from the same foundation at Tesla’s Model 3 sedan. Kelley Blue Book’s Micah Muzio got his hands on a new Model Y and shares his impressions in this review.

This particular Model Y is an actual customer car. So, it represents what you might actually buy yourself. Muzio describes the interior as: "No gauge cluster. Extreme simplicity. Take that, Scandinavia. The interior is roomier than the Model 3 because the roof is higher. In back the rear seats recline unlike in the Model 3. Boy that's comfy. Seated behind myself I fit great. The Model Y's glass roof is cool."

The central 15-inch center screen at the beginning seems unusual, but, according to Muzio, you get used to it very quickly and easily. "Look slightly right from the driver’s seat and you’ll find critical info on the 15-inch center screen. Looking here rather than here takes some getting used to. But you will adapt quickly."

The expert notes that Tesla did an exemplary job of organizing the core functions. Almost all aspects of the car are controlled through the screen. As in Model 3, the steering wheel controls are used to adjust the mirrors, move the steering wheel, and control the audio system.

Muzio also talks about Autopilot, and emphasizes that despite its capabilities, the driver must remain attentive and not allow himself to sleep while driving. "Then we have autopilot. It works really well ... when it's working well. Though it can manage the throttle, brakes, steering and make lane changes, autopilot can also get confused, just like human drivers. So, please. No sleeping behind the wheel."

The expert notes that Autopilot does an unexpectedly surprising job of detecting various objects located along or on the road. "Wing an extra $7,000 at Tesla and you can unlock “Full Self-Driving Capabilities”, enhancing the Y's skill roster with automatic parking and lane change functions, summon remote vehicle retrieval using Telsa's app, and automatic on-ramp to off-ramp freeway driving."

Muzio says that the Model Y drives a lot like a Model 3. A low-mounted battery pack means a low center of gravity. Helping the Model Y trace corners with tenacious competence. And just like the Model 3, the steering feels stable driving. "Then there’s the acceleration. If you don’t already know, electric torque can be fun. Let’s see if it’s fun. (Hard accel) Yup. Smooth relentless thrust is your reward for driving electric. Bask in its silent intensity."

"Among the 3 braking modes I love Hold. You can accelerate and decelerate using just the accelerator in most situations and the Model Y comes to a perfect, buttery smooth stop every time."

Expert says that for a lower price it is possible to purchase other cars, but the excellent touches and technical advantages of the Model Y put it in a completely different class.

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