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发帖数: 1491 | | c*****r
发帖数: 1491 | 2 Positives:
* It's quick - It was an AWD Long Range. It feels quick. I didn't do any
official tests, but it feels as quick as the Mach-E.
* AutoPilot - It was just basic AutoPilot, but it works well for the most
part. It handled some curves that I think the Mach-E wouldn't.
* Charging integration into navigation - They place a heavy emphasis on
showing you where SuperChargers are. It may be a little too much, but I wish
the Mach-E favored the 150kW+ chargers more.
* Glass roof - It was more expansive than the Mach-E.
*Streaming video on Infotainment screen - I didn't think I would care at all
about that, but we actually did use it to watch a concert livestream on
Twitch.
Negatives:
* Looks - First of all, much about why we like a car is how it looks. To me,
the Tesla Model Y is just plain ugly. I think it looks like a bloated Model
3 and the Model 3 looks plain to me. Others have said it looks like a
catfish. I also don’t like how paint colors are so expensive. Black or blue
are $1,000 and red is $2,000.
* Road Noise - The first time I drove a Tesla Model Y, I was surprised how
quiet it was. But I was coming from a loud Subaru WRX. Now, after driving a
Mustang Mach-E for a month, the Model Y is a lot noisier at freeway speeds.
* Ride quality - The ride quality isn’t horrible in the Model Y, but I
think the Mach-E is just better. The Model Y felt like a heavy SUV or van.
The Mach-E feels like a sporty crossover.
* Build Quality - I know, I know. Everyone talks about Tesla’s build
quality and they swear it has gotten better. But in the Model Y’s I drove,
there were gaps & misalignments inside and out. I also heard a few rattles
and squeaks that would bug me if I owned the car. So far, the Mach-E has
been really solid and everything is lined up perfectly.
* Lack of parking features - I am quite surprised that the Model Y doesn’t
have a 360 camera for parking. I use this feature all the time on the Mach-E
. Not only does it help to get into a tight garage, but it helps me line up
perfectly in a parking space without getting too close to the curb. The Mach
-E also includes an automated parallel parking and perpendicular parking
assistant. This is available on the Model Y as part of the $10,000 Full Self
Driving software package.
* Interface - Nearly every reviewer talks about how nice the Tesla interface
is on the big center screen in the Model Y. After using both, I can tell
you the Mach-E is the better interface for the driver. First of all, the
Tesla lacks a driver’s screen with essential information like speed,
navigation instructions, and battery percentage. People will argue that it
isn’t necessary or this is “the future.” If that is so, why is it
included on the higher end Model S and Model X? I believe it was excluded
from the 3 and Y as a cost cutting measure.
The Mach-E’s interface is also a lot easier to use while driving. Tesla’s
interface looks good and screenshots and would be nice if you were sitting
at a desk. But you are not. You are using these interfaces while driving 75
mph on a freeway. The Mach-E’s design with larger fonts and the use of
color makes it easier and safer to use for the driver.
In addition, the Mach-E provides easy access to things like air vents
without having to use the touch screen. The Model Y design chooses form over
functionality and it shows.
The interface is also missing the ability to connect to Android Auto or
Apple CarPlay. Our phones have become our primary data source and being able
to connect seamlessly with my phone is a huge advantage for the Mach-E. It
also opens up many options for music sources, maps, and messaging that are
just unavailable in the proprietary Tesla system.
Another area that is lacking is the voice control system. First, you are
only given access to the built in Tesla system. With the Mach-E, you can use
the Ford system, Google Assistant, or Apple Siri. The Mach-E will also
respond to hot words, so you don’t need to press a button. I also
discovered that Tesla’s voice commands don’t work without cellular data
connection. That sounds like no big deal unless you are in the mountains of
Colorado or an underground parking garage. Then it becomes an issue.
* Lack of service centers - Tesla owners like to criticize Ford’s reliance
on their dealer network, but they forget that those dealers are also service
centers. Tesla has only 120 service centers while Ford has 2,100 certified
EV dealers. You may think that it doesn’t matter but when you need them to
address one of those rattles or squeaks, it could mean a lengthy trip to a
service center. Yes, they also have a mobile service, but that is no
replacement for a full auto shop.
* Interior - We all know the Tesla interior strives for simplicity. If you
like that, great. But I think the cabin feels soulless. It also feels a bit
cheap. I don’t think they coordinated the materials well. I really dislike
the cheap looking wood bar that stretches across the cabin.
The simplicity also means it is missing the handles above the door. Some
people might think they are only for someone to hold onto while going around
corners. But they are also essential to help people with mobility issues
while getting in and out of the vehicle.
I also didn’t like the seats in the Model Y. First of all they were too
firm. I couldn’t get comfortable and that also made the seats squeak more.
I was also surprised to find out that the headrests were not adjustable
which could affect the comfort of the seat for many but also affect the
safety in preventing whiplash.
* Door handles - I didn’t like the outside or inside door handles. The
outside handles look because they are flush with the body of the car. But
they are actually a pain to use - especially if you have dexterity issues or
your hands are full. You have to press in the rear of the handle while
pulling the front of the handle. It is an awkward movement where once again
Tesla chose form over functionality.
The inside handle is actually just a push button that controls an electronic
lock. It opens slightly and you push the door open. No big deal right? But
there is also a manual handle that is pretty much where you would normally
expect a door handle to be. If you are used to it, you won’t pull the
handle. But you have to explain to every passenger how to correctly open the
door. If they forget, it will open but will potentially damage the seal or
the door glass.
* Range and charging - This one might surprise a lot of people. Yes, Tesla
currently has a great SuperCharger network and the highest EPA estimated
range. But let’s look at that a little closer.
First of all, the CCS network is catching up fast and beats Tesla in many
places. Just around here in Colorado, there are more CCS chargers than Tesla
SuperChargers. There is a ton of money being invested in the CCS platform
that will be used by every manufacturer that isn’t Tesla.I’m willing to
bet that over the time I own my Mach-E the CCS network will surpass the
Tesla network.
I should also mention that I dislike proprietary systems. Tesla decided to
go with a proprietary plug on their cars to make it a selling point. On
European Teslas, they now come with a CCS charging port. Tesla could do the
same for their US cars and make their SuperChargers compatible with CCS but
they haven’t.
So what about range? The Model Y Long Range has an EPA estimated range of
326 miles and the Mach-E AWD Extended range is 270 miles. Seems like Tesla
is the clear winner right? Not so fast. So far, in real world testing, it
looks like the Mach-E exceeds its EPA estimate while the Model Y (like all
Teslas) falls short. There have been several head-to-head tests where the
Mach-E outperforms the Model Y range. | c*****r
发帖数: 1491 | 3 Steering - I hate the Model Y steering wheel, so it was hard for me to get
past that. It feels too small, almost like a go-cart.
The drive feel of the Model Y was a bit off to me. It felt like it could
handle corners well, but the ride was a quite bit harsher than the Mach-E.
The Y didn't feel as luxurious going over some rough pavement around town.
It doesn't have much body roll at all and just like the Mach-E, you can feel
that it is heavy. The Model Y and Mach-E are both well balanced, but you
can "walk the rear out" on the Mach-E if you want.
The Y does have more granular control since you can set the steering and
accelerator separately. I kept them both in a sporty setting for 99% of the
time. |
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