{"id":32163,"date":"2022-09-24T09:03:51","date_gmt":"2022-09-24T13:03:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=32163"},"modified":"2022-09-24T09:03:51","modified_gmt":"2022-09-24T13:03:51","slug":"i-drove-the-tesla-model-y-and-found-7-reasons-to-buy-elon-musk-s-66-000-electric-suv-over-rivals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=32163","title":{"rendered":"I drove the Tesla Model Y and found 7 reasons to buy Elon Musk&#8217;s $66,000 electric SUV over rivals | Autoblog"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure><figcaption>\n   The<br \/>\n  <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/tesla\/model+y\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:0;\">Tesla Model Y<\/a>.<br \/>\n  <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul class=\"summary-list\">\n<li><a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/tesla\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:1;\">Teslas<\/a> are by far the most popular <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/electric\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:2;\">electric vehicles<\/a> in the US \u2014 and for good reason.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>I tested a 2022 <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/tesla\/model+y\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:3;\">Model Y<\/a> SUV and came away impressed by its quick acceleration, roomy cabin, and tech features.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Tesla&#8217;s extensive Supercharger network is another great reason to buy one of its EVs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/tesla-model-y-review-interior-price-first-drive-2022-9?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:4;\">Driving a Tesla for the first time<\/a> showed me <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/tag\/elon+musk\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:5;\">Elon Musk&#8217;s<\/a> electric vehicles aren&#8217;t all hype. In fact, there are several solid reasons to strongly consider buying from Tesla instead of one of its many rivals, depending on your particular preferences.<\/p>\n<p>The 2022 Model Y SUV I borrowed from a friend recently (Tesla doesn&#8217;t offer press loans) delivered an attractive combination of cutting-edge tech, minimalist design, and speedy acceleration. For those reasons and more, the popular Y is a great choice for certain buyers \u2014 if you can get past <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/tesla-model-y-electric-suv-flaws-cons-2022-9?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:6;\">its flaws<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sporty driving<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong\/><\/p>\n<figure>\n <strong><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/01404bbfb8f5ab5efefed3990b41c599\" data-uuid=\"f6e9d9b2-9eb5-3150-be8f-d753242b6d00\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n    The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n   <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n  <\/figcaption><\/strong><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Despite not being the higher-priced Performance version, the Model Y Long Range I sampled was plenty sporty. It leaped forward with the fierce acceleration intrinsic to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/porsche-taycan-turbo-s-cross-turismo-electric-car-review-2022-6?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:7;\">high-powered electric cars<\/a>. Pair that quickness with precise steering and a stiff suspension, and you get an all-wheel-drive SUV that&#8217;s more agile and exciting to drive than most.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Range fit for road trips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong\/><\/p>\n<figure>\n <strong><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/63df1d4b74e2c3e36493d8c00f5d69ae\" data-uuid=\"885bfcad-74be-35c8-bf3e-81937866c581\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n    The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n   <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n  <\/figcaption><\/strong><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Tesla remains <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/best-electric-cars-longest-range-lucid-tesla-ford-kia-hyundai-2022-7?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:8;\">one of the range leaders<\/a>\u00a0in the US. The Model Y earns a healthy 330-mile estimate from the <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/tag\/epa\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:9;\">Environmental Protection Agency<\/a>. The model I drove has an <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:10;\" rel=\"noopener\">EPA<\/a> range of <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/bmw\/318\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:11;\">318<\/a> miles (on account of its larger wheels) which is still more than many EVs on offer today.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Packed with tech<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong\/><\/p>\n<figure>\n <strong><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/eb71b0392454085fc0afc387cb8fcf32\" data-uuid=\"0c2ec61f-d234-3971-8e89-41a3fe8c6601\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n    The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n   <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n  <\/figcaption><\/strong><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>The SUV&#8217;s crisp and feature-packed touchscreen makes it a tech-lover&#8217;s paradise.<\/p>\n<p>Practically everything in the vehicle is controlled through the super-responsive display, which includes whimsical features like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/tesla-video-games-while-driving-autopilot-nyt-2021-12?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:12;\">games<\/a>, a digital whoopee cushion for pranking passengers, and a web browser. Sentry Mode surveils the area around your parked car and records if it senses something fishy.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, Tesla frequently tweaks capabilities through software updates, just like you&#8217;d get on a smartphone.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure>\n <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y electric SUV.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/afaa99dff21ee6a485625a7d3246827f\" data-uuid=\"c3baecf2-bc9b-3d3e-9778-ca50d691eea6\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n   The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n  <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Some people may be repelled by the idea of relying on a digital interface for basic functions like the A\/C and windshield wipers. That&#8217;s understandable. But for anyone interested in a car that&#8217;s sort of like an iPhone on wheels, a Tesla is tough to beat.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Room to stretch out<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong\/><\/p>\n<figure>\n <strong><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/9ea63a507e6e115ea21adad2d6c82e01\" data-uuid=\"f69457d7-f1fa-3a5d-b31e-cc684b14fe1e\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n    The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n   <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n  <\/figcaption><\/strong><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Tesla takes full advantage of the compactness of electric powertrains to maximize interior space and make things comfortable. After all, doing away with a transmission, engine, and gas tank should open up lots of room for more important things, like people.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Model Y has a flat floor, which increases legroom. And its tall glass roof (which is standard) adds to the sense of openness and boosts headroom.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"color:#000000;\">Tons of cargo space<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong style=\"color:#000000;\"\/><\/p>\n<figure>\n <strong style=\"color:#000000;\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/403585110aa7345db1e8a0f5930c84f2\" data-uuid=\"67033f97-c2dc-3366-a462-f7a059242a92\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n    The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n   <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n  <\/figcaption><\/strong><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Between bonus areas like an under-floor bin and frunk (front trunk), the Model Y offers loads of storage space before you even get to the regular cargo area.\u00a0<\/p>\n<figure>\n <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/2851f3c629c7f99919911771bf492323\" data-uuid=\"ea10372e-8539-33a6-84e4-d19cbdedbdc7\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n   The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n  <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In all, the Y has 76.2 cubic feet of usable storage space with the back seats folded, more than most rivals.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Unique, minimalist design<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong\/><\/p>\n<figure>\n <strong><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/944b0929699e799363c8a98623c26a3f\" data-uuid=\"1202a5b7-9fde-3162-b33c-24a93b363c3f\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n    The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n   <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n  <\/figcaption><\/strong><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Lacking the typical clutter of gauges, buttons, and vents, the Model Y&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/rivian-r1s-electric-suv-photos-review-range-tesla-2022-7?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:13;\">interior is strikingly minimalist<\/a> and unlike that of any other car on the road. Some pretty wood trim ensures the cabin doesn&#8217;t come off as too sterile.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The whole environment made me feel like I was driving something special and bleeding-edge, not a regular car.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Effortless Supercharging<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong\/><\/p>\n<figure>\n <strong><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"The Tesla Model Y electric SUV.\" src=\"https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/insider_articles_922\/859fa00546c9310db1601debb704e701\" data-uuid=\"7021857c-8791-3bb3-8a7c-3894644c7658\" class=\"grp-full lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><figcaption>\n    The Tesla Model Y.<br \/>\n   <span class=\"copyright\">Tim Levin\/Insider<\/span><br \/>\n  <\/figcaption><\/strong><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p>Tesla&#8217;s extensive and exclusive network of Supercharger stations makes it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/tesla-supercharger-charging-first-time-experience-compared-to-other-evs-2022-9?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:14;\">incredibly easy to charge<\/a> when on the go. I quickly found an available plug in the Y&#8217;s screen, plotted a route, and when I showed up the vehicle had already been warming the <a class=\"injectedLinkmain\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblotg.com\/tag\/battery\/\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:15;\" rel=\"noopener\">battery<\/a> to the ideal temperature for quick charging.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Then I simply hopped out, plugged in, and the Model Y began slurping up those sweet, sweet electrons. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/electric-car-drivers-struggle-working-charging-station-survey-tesla-advantage-2022-8?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_source=yahoo.com\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:16;\">isn&#8217;t the typical charging experience<\/a> with other models, which can involve fumbling with credit cards, phone apps, or customer service.<\/p>\n<div class=\"read-original\">\n  Read the original article on<br \/>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/tesla-model-y-pros-review-electric-suv-range-performance-2022-9\" data-ylk=\"elm:context_link;itc:0;pos:1;sec:donut-hole;cpos:17;\">Business Insider<\/a>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Tesla Model Y. Tim Levin\/Insider Teslas are by far the most popular electric vehicles in the US \u2014 and for good reason.\u00a0 I tested a 2022 Model Y SUV and came away impressed by its quick acceleration, roomy cabin, and tech features.\u00a0 Tesla&#8217;s extensive Supercharger network is another great reason to buy one of [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8313,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-32163","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-industry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/32163","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=32163"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/32163\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/8313"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=32163"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=32163"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=32163"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}