Is Tesla Model S Plaid a Waste of Money? Side by Side Comparison with 2017 Tesla Model S 90D

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  • @frank118
    @frank1182 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for making these excellent videos. Well done sir!

  • @ecospider5
    @ecospider52 жыл бұрын

    The glovebox pin is so they can’t steal your Tesla cam hard drive, which is now safe in the glovebox. Also you can remove the pin in settings.

  • @sambira

    @sambira

    2 жыл бұрын

    @jerry calvert Hmmm, I'd like to see that.

  • @Thawhid

    @Thawhid

    2 жыл бұрын

    @jerry calvert hmmmm sure

  • @Yumemaru.

    @Yumemaru.

    2 жыл бұрын

    @jerry calvert ok

  • @modlife

    @modlife

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s also handy for police without a warrant ;-)

  • @modlife

    @modlife

    2 жыл бұрын

    @jerry calvert 1.9seconds… very little plastic. You sound like a jealous little troll.

  • @snoni1
    @snoni12 жыл бұрын

    You totally screwed with my head using the opposite colors of the cars for your graphs.

  • @Tothefloor
    @Tothefloor2 жыл бұрын

    You don't need a pin to open the glove box. There is a setting that someone must have activated.

  • @Kmelnuk1

    @Kmelnuk1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Definitely a setting

  • @DanyCervantes

    @DanyCervantes

    2 жыл бұрын

    I believe that you could also ask the voice assistant.

  • @Johnny2Feathers

    @Johnny2Feathers

    2 жыл бұрын

    How does he not know this 🤦🏿

  • @TenTuber645

    @TenTuber645

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fk of fanboi

  • @rogerstarkey5390

    @rogerstarkey5390

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TenTuber645 Activate voice control (button) "Open glove box"

  • @KaceyGreen
    @KaceyGreen2 жыл бұрын

    It didn't lose a trunk pocket the premium sound woofer has always lived there

  • @TurboNFRStwoK

    @TurboNFRStwoK

    2 жыл бұрын

    Was coming on here just to say that. For a reviewer/owner I can’t believe how much he doesn’t know about the car.

  • @kedaruss
    @kedaruss2 жыл бұрын

    Press the button and say "open glovebox"? Why would you go to the menu?

  • @ThreePuttBogeys88

    @ThreePuttBogeys88

    2 жыл бұрын

    PIN can also be deactivated

  • @omniblast
    @omniblast2 жыл бұрын

    No Banana Box test? Might want to ship the plaid over to Bjørn Nyland. That is the gold standard for cargo space testing.

  • @sun1234567890
    @sun12345678902 жыл бұрын

    Press and hold the hidden buttons near the Hazard button and the "Drive, Revers" will activate!

  • @petergarton9491
    @petergarton94912 жыл бұрын

    Why the music when you had people in for a test run? The noise people make when they ride it is 50% of the fun.

  • @Cptn.Viridian
    @Cptn.Viridian2 жыл бұрын

    Personally, I like the interior of the old Model S. Its packs plenty of innovation and future-proofing, while not being obnoxious and counter productive. The only thing I like better about the new S is the ventilated seats and the improved rear seat experience. Ventilated seats are awesome for long road trips, especially for a sweat towel like me. The rear seat, however, having a dedicated infotainment screen, improved comfort, and a damned armrest, makes it a much more comfortable experience for those aforementioned road trips. However, if I had to choose one, I would still chose the old S. The updates, in my opinion, are not worth the drastic price increase, and I personally despise the redesign of the vehicle controls.

  • @richardcoughlin8931
    @richardcoughlin89312 жыл бұрын

    Very informative video. Personally, I don’t consider the absence of turn signal stalks and gear selection buttons “quirky little things.” In general I would say that in the Plaid Tesla has allowed engineering to get ahead of consumer preferences for function. But since the Plaid is likely going to be a niche product these issues are not really important. If I had an extra hundred $130,000 lying around I buy your used model S and a Model 3. As it is, $50,000-$60,000 is still a bit outside my target range for an EV.

  • @jesperkennolsen3109
    @jesperkennolsen31092 жыл бұрын

    I have a 2014 model S Performance - And I have to say that I am still very satiesfied w. it, perhaps even more satisfied the longer time I have had it (!). Really appreciate what is said in the start of the video: that Tesla does not constantly update' the look - So I'm not embarrassed when I drive up to one of the many Tesla Super-Chargers and feel that I have to go buy a new version. Over the years I have saved up so financially I'm ready to buy the Plaid or the Long Range 2021-model. However... I'm hesitant, since I still feel that the car more than satiefies my needs - and looking to Mercedes and Bmw etc. its still feels superior in tech, acceleration etc. And yes, having free charging anywhere; I am reluctant to let go of that :- ) Btw. I am by far not a 'rich guy'. Many people seem to think that you have to be rich to afford the top model Tesla's. Not so. To me its priority; I have a small appartment, low daily expenses, no loans (never had) and have my own little business the last 10years. Here in Denmark education at University, health-services etc. is free so I'ts not a big problem to save up the 110-140 00usd. to buy a new Tesla - if - you are carefull w. your daily economy each year. I guess this goes for most people in most countries. So save up - and Enjoy a Tesla - I guarantee its an experiense like no other car you've had. (I used to like fast sportcars, but just once in a Tesla P-model... and I'm not having more of those 'slow & noicy' polluters). Greetings from Denmark!

  • @johnj8069

    @johnj8069

    2 жыл бұрын

    I find it crazy to spend $100k on a car unless you have at least a couple of houses paid off, other investments and at least 8 figures net worth...

  • @brenthandel7747

    @brenthandel7747

    2 жыл бұрын

    I am in the same situation with a 2015 Model S that I am still very happy with so am thinking of cancelling my LR order; at least until full self driving actually allows me to read a book while I commute, then I would have a big reason to upgrade.

  • @xyzxyz6406

    @xyzxyz6406

    Жыл бұрын

    I have a 2014 model s 85 RWD and feel like a million bucks pulling up to a charging station. I put really nice turbine 21" rims on it and have made it look really good. Only I know it was bought used for $29,000. I only have 89,000 miles on it and the battery in engineered to go between 300,000 and 500,000 miles and once it dies I'll just put another battery in it and essentially have a new Tesla. I could upgrade to a newer year and model but don't really see the point since they're all pretty much the same inside and out and I don't really care about having AWD or self driving or more power. I can go 0-60 in less than 5 seconds so that's plenty power for me especially when I blow by every other car on the road, except for another Tesla of Corse 😁😁😁

  • @CYBRLFT
    @CYBRLFT2 жыл бұрын

    It’s awesome to see content from ya again brotha! I love the plaid but I’d recommend the 90k Long Range S. Same car inside and out aside from dual motor v tri and 40k cheaper haha. But those plaid reactions are priceless 🤣

  • @CYBRLFT

    @CYBRLFT

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@4literv6 Yes to brakes, battery and suspension. Carbon sleeved rotors in the motor I do not know but same thermal management system and absolutely same exterior and interior design. The only way to tell if one is LR is it will not say Plaid on the hatch and doesn’t come with the carbon spoiler. Of course one could get rid of that to make it more of a sleeper plaid but then on the peddle/controls menu the LR says Insane instead of Plaid. And it is insane lol that thing feels way more intense than the old performance models as a LR. Absolutely a fantastic value when comparing against the expense of the Plaid. Speculation alert 🚨: I would not be surprised if it’s the same motor design too just one less. Tesla likes to streamline production and would much more likely stick to one improved motor design rather than have a unique one for the LR model and add that unnecessary complexity to the production line. But again that’s just me speculating there. I don’t have any privileged knowledge on that.

  • @ayushmalpeddi2793

    @ayushmalpeddi2793

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@CYBRLFT I'm like 98% sure they are the same motor. The new non-Plaid Model S dusts ever single Tesla made to date after 60-80mph. It may launch slightly softer, but it pulls harder than any other electric car (including Taycan, Etron, 2020 model s performance) made to date.

  • @joelmatlin1648
    @joelmatlin1648 Жыл бұрын

    Excellent video that points out the features of both models except a huge one that was left out is the the 2017 has a huge automatic sunroof verses the Plaid that only has a full glass roof that is heavily tinted make it not as functional as a traditional sunroof. I will continue to drive my 2017 that has 100,000 miles and drives like new!

  • @zerbah
    @zerbah2 жыл бұрын

    Great video Ben, so good to see you back in action with Tesla reviews!

  • @bobedwards8896
    @bobedwards88962 жыл бұрын

    Ben Swolens is back boys!

  • @jeffreythurnau6796
    @jeffreythurnau67962 жыл бұрын

    I have a 2017 Tesla Model S 75D with 60,000 miles, which I love. To me the only drawbacks with the car are 1) the current range at 100% is 250 miles 2) the charging speed as you stated is quite slow 45 minutes to charge from 50-100% at the super charger today. I was very exited about the Model S Plaid Plus stated range at 520 miles which was cancelled, but the 405 mile range of the LR is not shabby. The faster charging speed of the LR is also exciting to me. Trading up to the Model S LR would be desirable except for 1) the price with tax and license would be around $100,000 US 2) my trade in would be only around $30,000 meaning I still have to cough up $70,000 3) I really dislike the yoke, lack of gear shift, turn signal and auto pilot levers. Unfortunately the cons out weigh the pros for upgrading to the Model S LR. I am keeping an eye on the release and pricing of the new Michelin Pilot Sport EV tires which are advertised to increase range up to 37 miles. They might be worth the higher price when I need to replace my current tires.

  • @chicheng1941
    @chicheng19412 жыл бұрын

    I was surprised to see that my 2017 MS90D hit 159kW at a V3 station last week. Thats the fastest charge rate that I have ever experienced. Not bad for a 4+year old. 100% battery is still 280 after 21k mostly roadtrip miles. I charge at superchargers primarily. The car is not daily driven.

  • @davidluchenbill3671
    @davidluchenbill36712 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos, but you should remind viewers that you can control most things on the screen with voice commands. There is over 180 different voice commands available including "set temperature to xx degrees' and 'open glovebox."

  • @ashyouknow7420
    @ashyouknow74202 жыл бұрын

    The cream interior looks so good! This is the first Refreshed Model S that I have seen with this interior color. I would Choose white on the outside making good contrast with the black trims and cream on the inside and it sure does look great. Thanks mahn for this comparison

  • @MrKoshV
    @MrKoshV2 жыл бұрын

    The 2016 update to the model s was more than just a front bumper change. There were many off-the-shelf high-voltage components used before 2016. Test the redesigned a lot of these and gain quite a bit of efficiency from changing them to their own design

  • @WestCoastSupercarsandClassics
    @WestCoastSupercarsandClassics2 жыл бұрын

    Finally a review which doesn't just fixate on acceleration. By now we all know that the Plaid is stupid quick in a straight line, but there is a lot more to a car purchase for most of us, since most of us don't go to the drag strip every weekend. If I were a die-hard Tesla guy, I'd probably opt for a new long range Model S rather than the Plaid.

  • @gracesylee5916

    @gracesylee5916

    2 жыл бұрын

    the long range actually handles better

  • @Daniel-tx2vt

    @Daniel-tx2vt

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@gracesylee5916 is that because the steering wheel > yolk or for some other reason?

  • @scottbreseke716

    @scottbreseke716

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Daniel-tx2vt The weight of the third motor.

  • @migmigjohnson9351
    @migmigjohnson93512 ай бұрын

    Advantages no one talks about the 2017 generation Model S: 1. No cabin camera snooping on you. The steering wheel nag is more than enough. 2. You can still operate the car even while the infotainment is rebooting.

  • @Sushi_219
    @Sushi_2192 жыл бұрын

    The fastest car in terms of 0-60 is the Rimac Nevera. (currently)

  • @ThreePuttBogeys88
    @ThreePuttBogeys882 жыл бұрын

    The PIN entry is optional. It's probably set on this car because it's being used by multiple people. When you have it set up as a personal vehicle entering the PIN to drive or open your glovebox is unnecessary.

  • @Runescapian0wner

    @Runescapian0wner

    Жыл бұрын

    Pin to drive most likely was set to prevent thieves from stealing the vehicle. You would still need a key to drive the car, pin to drive is only there as an added extra security.

  • @22MLocke
    @22MLocke2 жыл бұрын

    Just press to talk “open glovebox”. Even easier than pressing a button. That Plaid owner had Glovebox PIN on - Which normally if not, would have just opened on the first press. Straight up, can’t remember the last time I opened my glovebox… Enjoyed the video otherwise!

  • @dyemanoz

    @dyemanoz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep - glovebox control exactly the same as the Model 3/Y (including PIN for valet mode)

  • @TheSteinbitt

    @TheSteinbitt

    2 жыл бұрын

    You really feel like pressing a button, waiting a second for voice control to activate, and then saying in a clear voice with good diction: “open glovebox” is easier than pressing a button? Am I missing something?

  • @22MLocke

    @22MLocke

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheSteinbitt It may not be as easy, but it is surely easy enough. Much like many tech devices over time, buttons have been replaced with screen landscape. My iPhone does not have a button for everything I have stored on it… but can get to anything I need in a couple clicks.

  • @TheSteinbitt

    @TheSteinbitt

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@22MLocke It’s called innovation when it betters or simplifies, it’s called cost cutting when it doesn’t. iPhone didn’t become harder to use without a button, now it’s just a swipe.

  • @wraith0072

    @wraith0072

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheSteinbitt lol people just love to complain, y'all acting as if using a voice command or 2-3 clicks is the end of the world. How often does the average person even need to open the glovebox on the day to day for it to matter? Last time I even opened mine was months ago to put in my new insurance papers.

  • @dougholmes6631
    @dougholmes66312 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Ben you do an outstanding job with your reviews. You are one of my favorite You Tubers! I think people are making too much of the minimalistic design. I like the fact there are not stocks and that the clutter has been removed from the driving compartment. Now if I can get my wife to buy into purchasing the Plaid. She has been a tough sale. I have a few more weeks before our Y Performance arrives. Our local Tesla facility has a few new Plaids in stock.

  • @asaftzadok6647
    @asaftzadok66472 жыл бұрын

    Great review, Ben ! One thing, it would make sense to compare it to the LR version.

  • @cball8315
    @cball83152 жыл бұрын

    Good to see you putting out content there Benny boy, LOL. Love your stuff!

  • @neil5819
    @neil58192 жыл бұрын

    If Doug Demuro is smart, he should trademark "quirks and features", if he hasn't already.

  • @jamiemcgrath1292
    @jamiemcgrath12922 жыл бұрын

    Would be great to do a comparison of the exterior lights as well. I’m sure the front fog lights is a major difference. And apparently the rear lights is more brighter and a little bit reshaped as well as the front lights. Please do a night version. Thank you.

  • @justdoinit2378
    @justdoinit23782 жыл бұрын

    I would just upgrade the bumper, fog lighting, chrome delete and wheels. I would try to find as much of this stuff from copart or something like that where it wouldn’t cost me full price n I would upgrade the older car n be cool with that. In my area the plaid is only going for $120k. I have been considering it but this or the 2018 p100d at a great price low miles wouldn’t be bad either. Great video.

  • @Zdankevych
    @Zdankevych2 жыл бұрын

    13:23 hi Ben👋 they become available when for some reason the central display stops working! this is an alternative option for switching traffic directions! check engine mode

  • @oxide9717
    @oxide97172 жыл бұрын

    The Glove Password could be very very useful I didn't actually think of it that way. You can keep documents and files there and don't have to worry about ppl getting into it without your permission that's smart not gonna lie

  • @msmirandagirl
    @msmirandagirl2 жыл бұрын

    I can't remember the last time I had anybody in my back seat. That being said, I'm glad kids or whomever will be entertained instead of having to look out over this great country of ours while driving from coast to coast. Seriously though I really like the Model S and wish I could afford one but the Plaid is ridiculous and I'd opt for a standard LR if I could pay for it. As the prices shoot up weekly now even a MY or M3 is out of my reach.

  • @fido5067
    @fido50672 жыл бұрын

    Should have compared the longe range new version, better match up.

  • @robinronnblad1654
    @robinronnblad16542 жыл бұрын

    model s long range best model s for the money if u dont need 0-60 in 2,1 sec ^^

  • @MrRyanDevo

    @MrRyanDevo

    2 жыл бұрын

    But I definitely need the 0-60 in 2.1 seconds…love it and nothing compares to it. Huge and fun rush that never gets old.

  • @thedumbconspirator4956

    @thedumbconspirator4956

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's true. Model s LR is a more sensible purchase, but if you wanna have fun, plaids the way to go

  • @KURUMBAN28
    @KURUMBAN282 жыл бұрын

    How does it differs in driving comfort/dynamics?

  • @josephsalazar6428
    @josephsalazar6428 Жыл бұрын

    Great review. I really felt like I was in the same mind set of the plaid. I have the model Y and wanted the model S 2016 90D also. And I just loved your video. I’m saving up for the plaid and hope to buy it by then end of the year. So that should be fun. I really wanted to see the red vs white colors in the sun. I’m torn between the two and I really want the white but the red is just so inviting. Would you say the white car stays cooler than the red or it really doesn’t matter? Like 6 degrees difference? Anyhow. Again, great post and I like your style. Congrats on the plaid.

  • @willytwo53072
    @willytwo530722 жыл бұрын

    Argument could be made with any car. New vs Used is usually a 50% price dif. 2017 car is 5 years old! You could also get the Long Range model which is $20 k cheaper.

  • @TomDang
    @TomDang2 жыл бұрын

    I think some of the choices/changes made that you consider somewhat pointless have reasoning behind it. The rear storage inclining, might be so that there is no longer a hump when the rear seats are down? The glovebox pin (optional), is b/c the USB that stores the videos is in there. That way, say the valet messes up your car, they can't get in and remove that USB drive. I dunno, things like that.

  • @DinanBMWm5
    @DinanBMWm52 жыл бұрын

    The old model s’s that came with the upgraded sound system also did not have the extra storage room on the right side of the trunk. That’s where the subwoofer was located. If you didn’t have the upgraded sound option then you got the extra storage space.

  • @BSTatonka
    @BSTatonka2 жыл бұрын

    Ventilated seats is a must. It’s in my 2011 truck. A $250 option.

  • @guntodd
    @guntodd2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Ben. Awesome review

  • @devildog832916
    @devildog832916 Жыл бұрын

    Ben as always excellent video. Also, I tried renting from Turo in Tennessee where I'm from and had a great experience. I will be trying the raffle as well. 🤞

  • @wngimageanddesign9546
    @wngimageanddesign95462 жыл бұрын

    Rear end is new, if you actually measured the dimensions. The rear track is wider and thus so are the rear quarter panels. Fenders flared out.

  • @ahmedahm1
    @ahmedahm12 жыл бұрын

    Great video Ben ! What about a Lucid air "Touring" model vs the Tesla S "Standard" ?

  • @wiboatrentals
    @wiboatrentals Жыл бұрын

    Is the front trunk smaller because of the new heat pump ? I don’t think the 2017 has that?

  • @jklappenbach
    @jklappenbach2 жыл бұрын

    Great taste in music: Zero7 is timeless.

  • @Mr2winners
    @Mr2winners2 жыл бұрын

    You missed the backseat wireless chargers in the fold down cebtre part of the seats

  • @shamil454
    @shamil4542 жыл бұрын

    3:20 Give an explanation also why that might be the case. As you know, that is a plaid, hence their is an extra motor in the rear axle that might've affected the capacity.

  • @akilavithanage6396
    @akilavithanage63962 жыл бұрын

    Mate there are quite a few design changes you have not mentioned. The wheel arches for example are more flared in the plaid which is more aesthetic.

  • @kotgc7987
    @kotgc79872 жыл бұрын

    Does the Plaid move the passenger seat from the screen or only the driver seat?

  • @NordicProspecting
    @NordicProspecting2 жыл бұрын

    Tap voice command > say "open glove box.

  • @techyjames1945
    @techyjames19452 жыл бұрын

    I may have to see if anyone in the Nashville TN is offering a demo of that Crazy Plaid 0-60

  • @boedillard8807
    @boedillard88072 жыл бұрын

    I'd love a Tesla. They do seem very similar - for some reason I prefer the trunk exterior on the older model. Other than that - the slight upgrades on the newer model are nice other than the steering wheel. If I had a tesla I think the only thing that would make me want an upgrade is 100% self driving everywhere or a significant (not slight) imporovement in battery tech - e.g. twice the range, quick change battery packs.

  • @aymanshaheen31

    @aymanshaheen31

    Жыл бұрын

    I don’t care about looking I care about no one can beat me 😉

  • @Yumemaru.
    @Yumemaru.2 жыл бұрын

    The 345 miles is cause of the bigger 21 inch wheels, if you choose the standard 19 inch wheels you should get around 396 miles.

  • @Ajax776
    @Ajax7762 жыл бұрын

    Voice command, “open glovebox” it opens. Easy as that

  • @LifeWorthLivin
    @LifeWorthLivin2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid Ben

  • @a.t.cunningham4404
    @a.t.cunningham440419 күн бұрын

    I get to do a glovebox pin on my 2016 but the button is still nice

  • @RichardWarner-df7dz
    @RichardWarner-df7dz4 ай бұрын

    Great review. I think the p100d is much closer in acceleration. Cheers.

  • @cawfeedawg
    @cawfeedawg2 жыл бұрын

    Excellent video Ben.

  • @mr.tomyum732
    @mr.tomyum7322 жыл бұрын

    Great review thx! What’s your opinion on the p100d vs the plaid? Value wise and comparison? Seems like I would prefer the regular steering wheel vs the yolk….

  • @BenSullinsOfficial

    @BenSullinsOfficial

    2 жыл бұрын

    P100d hands down

  • @mr.tomyum732

    @mr.tomyum732

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@BenSullinsOfficial wow really even w the big power difference

  • @kirk8985
    @kirk89852 жыл бұрын

    Thank you

  • @miketerry6992
    @miketerry69922 жыл бұрын

    Is the cost of an ISP to support KZread and Disneyplus included or is there a monthly charge?

  • @dollarzUS
    @dollarzUS2 жыл бұрын

    Great

  • @bluetoad2668
    @bluetoad26682 жыл бұрын

    I'm scared I won't like the yoke and no stork approach to turn signals and gear selector. Apart from that I love it.

  • @andrasbiro3007

    @andrasbiro3007

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can get used to them fast. It's just like everything else Tesla does, it's scary and seems stupid at first, but then you slowly realize the logic behind it, then you can't live without it anymore.

  • @ernestt8749

    @ernestt8749

    2 жыл бұрын

    Model 3 owners like us have bought the aftermarket yoke wheel and we love it.

  • @Nicholas.T

    @Nicholas.T

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@andrasbiro3007 Is that what you found with your new Model S, Andras? How long did it actually take you to get used to the yoke in your model S? I’m really interested in knowing.

  • @andrasbiro3007

    @andrasbiro3007

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Nicholas.T Unfortunately I don't have access to one, that's just the experience of many people who own them. And also the general experience with Tesla products.

  • @samstratten1331
    @samstratten13312 жыл бұрын

    Your closing statement… A new car buyer isn’t cross shopping a 4 year old car. It’s kind of a weird comparison. Let’s be honest. A new Model 3 Performance is a better buy than a $50-60k 90D.

  • @shlok8373
    @shlok83732 жыл бұрын

    Did Tesla activate the noise cancellation feature?

  • @ashegheaty
    @ashegheaty2 жыл бұрын

    Does having the fsd computer have any affect on the infotainment speed , for example does KZread load up faster in the cars with fsd computer ? Or the infotainment has its own separate processor ?

  • @BenSullinsOfficial

    @BenSullinsOfficial

    2 жыл бұрын

    Separate chip

  • @gertxhika663
    @gertxhika6632 жыл бұрын

    You might say that they haven't gone crazy and put an unnecessary pin to open the glove box. They use that as a security measure for the memory stick which is inside.

  • @LaJuanHughes
    @LaJuanHughes2 жыл бұрын

    Does the 2017 have voice control.

  • @xflyingtiger
    @xflyingtiger2 жыл бұрын

    I have a 2019 Model S. My car, and the 2017, both have something else that the 2021 Model S and Model S Plaid do not have: Free lifetime supercharging. Regarding the new Model S, Tesla made a big mistake by not including customers in some of the design decisions. Buttons are really nice for some things.

  • @katdaddy469
    @katdaddy4692 жыл бұрын

    The side pockets got smaller because of the bigger exhaust. 🤠 When you walked around the body you failed to mention the widened fender arches 🤦‍♂️

  • @TeslaBetaMale
    @TeslaBetaMale Жыл бұрын

    Is there any difference in ride quality and road noise?

  • @airheart1
    @airheart12 жыл бұрын

    Hey Ben.. have you plugged your 2017 S into a version 3 supercharger? I was getting just shy of 200 kW peak rate. Something like 193 I remember. I was surprised as hell. But mine's a 2017 too.. and it's definitely not capped at 150 like I thought, and like you mentioned here

  • @BenSullinsOfficial

    @BenSullinsOfficial

    2 жыл бұрын

    Last time I tried this I briefly got over 150 but then it quickly dropped back down. That's good to hear tho!

  • @wrongtimeweeder1076
    @wrongtimeweeder10762 жыл бұрын

    Ben, you are the most genuine nice guy. I love watching your videos. It makes my day (kinda) when I get a pop-up saying there's a new video from you. But Ben, you've been around long enough to know how to edit a video - and that's why I stopped watching @8:36 - and that's when I hit the thumbs down button. Hopefully you'll get the audio right in the next video, but I'm not going to watch the rest of this one. While I'm bitching... Please put together OLF again... maybe invite Scott Manley, or, for a slightly mature audience, check out Sean M. Carrol (Mindscape) and get him on board. I'm so pissed off with Tim Dodd, I won't watch his videos anymore. I truly enjoyed watching OLF, and I especially liked the bit towards the end where you'd all tell us about your upcoming videos. I DEMAND you start OLF again! Pretty please :D

  • @guitarexpert2245
    @guitarexpert22452 жыл бұрын

    I'm 6"2 it's almost impossible to get in & out of the car without my head hitting the roof. Once in the passenger side my left leg hits the dash. No problem on drivers side. Rear leg room? There isn't any, back seat is a waste of time. How about the A/C is it freezing cold? No it's not and doesn't blow that hard either. How does it ride when hitting the bumps? Not that great for a car that costs $80K. But can't beat the speed. How long will it last without problems? Don't hear much about that.

  • @gouthamkumar1750
    @gouthamkumar17502 жыл бұрын

    I believe the price tag is well suited since this car is supposed to be compared with High-end car's like Bugatti

  • @areyouarobotz
    @areyouarobotz2 жыл бұрын

    Can you test the Raven versus the non-raven Model S? I'm really curious to see how different the ride is on 19 in rims.

  • @BenSullinsOfficial

    @BenSullinsOfficial

    2 жыл бұрын

    I've driven both many times, I can't really tell the difference but I'm sure someone out there is raven...about it :)

  • @MarcoNierop
    @MarcoNierop2 жыл бұрын

    Cool! Glad you were not that negative about the yoke.. People that got used to it do not have any issue with it (Whole Mars catalog, Omar) But I think Tesla could make the buttons better on the Yoke, like the blinker buttons for left and right are at the same LH side, which is confusing, why not left on the left and right on the right.. easy and intuitive. I think the smart shifter is indeed smart, and easy to override The glove box can also operate without a pin.. In my Model Y it is a tap on the car icon and then a button on the screen, no big deal.. how often you need to be in the glove box? I love the invisible AC vents, it makes the interior so much cleaner. All in all I think the interior has much improved, it looks modern and minimalistic which fits the outside look of the car much better.. I never liked the old model S/X interior, looking old fashionned with all the chrome and wood trims, not fitting the high tech features of the car. But, you are comparing a Plaid with a non performance 2017 Model S, right? The refreshed 'normal' Long Range Model S (still only 3.1 seconds from 0 to 60) is much cheaper, but you get way more range and the new interior and 250Kw charging for about 90K. Than the difference is not that big anymore and may be well worth it for many people.

  • @andymccabe6712

    @andymccabe6712

    2 жыл бұрын

    STILL can't get my head around why you wouldn't want to just operate a button/lever ON THE GLOVEBOX to open the glove box!!! Any other method of opening just seems pointless, unnecessary, and PERVERSE.....!!??

  • @MarcoNierop

    @MarcoNierop

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@andymccabe6712 it cleans up the interior, and one more lever that can't get broken bij clumsy humans. Note that Tesla's are designed with getting deployed as Robotaxi in mind. As the Tesla owner you might not want strangers get into your glove box.. with this in mind it makes perfect sense.

  • @Blackcuda
    @Blackcuda2 жыл бұрын

    I believe you missed the fact that the 2021 Model S Plaid is wider in the front and rear, the wheels 21 x 9.5 front and 21x 10.5 rear and will not fit on the older model S. You can plainly see in the video the difference in the front fenders when standing between them.The cars a body dimensions are not exactly the same, the cars chassis and suspension has been completed revised for the addition of a 3 electric motor. The Plaid is actually radically different and worth upgrading too.

  • @gortt7611
    @gortt76112 жыл бұрын

    Just ordered a Plaid Model X - will hibernate until April :p

  • @SolarTeslaCybertruck
    @SolarTeslaCybertruck2 жыл бұрын

    I like both

  • @ZipZoomZip
    @ZipZoomZip2 жыл бұрын

    Ben Sullins has become a used car sales man! The used 2017 Model S is the ticket! The 2022 Plain Model S is overpriced even if it's the fastest production car ever offered to the new car buyer.

  • @febrianadji5758
    @febrianadji57582 жыл бұрын

    The yoke is a way for Tesla to force you to unlock the full autonomous driving option

  • @nnxx6192
    @nnxx61922 жыл бұрын

    what is s90d range's rated range as of today ? does the 2017 S90D's have sub-par battery quality compared to other trims ?

  • @BenSullinsOfficial

    @BenSullinsOfficial

    2 жыл бұрын

    About 250mi top range

  • @npdpdev3421
    @npdpdev34212 жыл бұрын

    I am looking at a 40k 2016 model S with hardware 2.0. I could for 46k get a 2018 model 3 performance WITH FULL FSD. Anyone, which should I get?

  • @BlazerRox
    @BlazerRox2 жыл бұрын

    Glovebox has a PIN because the sentrycam storage is in there.

  • @Wol747
    @Wol7472 жыл бұрын

    I don’t know where your range numbers come from, Ben, but my S-LR 2020 does a real world 360 miles.

  • @hmuy0608

    @hmuy0608

    2 жыл бұрын

    EPA range is always a bit over-generous

  • @zannahmartell9813
    @zannahmartell98132 жыл бұрын

    Why does the seat look like a recipe for back ache? Is it comfortable. I have a really straight back and a big ass.

  • @motluv
    @motluv2 жыл бұрын

    It is obvious that this review is slanted towards the new car not being a big deal compared to the old car. Regardless of how I feel about the new car, the changes are what they are. For the record, I sold my 2017 Model S and got a Model Y Performance. If I still had my Model S, I would probably buy a new Model S…and I would look into getting a custom steering wheel. I like new stuff, but I am not a fan of the yoke.

  • @Nicholas.T

    @Nicholas.T

    2 жыл бұрын

    But that’s the difficult part. How do you get an after market circular wheel with the required buttons to duplicate those on the yoke, due to the stalkless design?

  • @motluv

    @motluv

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Nicholas.T I think there will be aftermarket wheels eventually.

  • @Nicholas.T

    @Nicholas.T

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@motluv All because of the arrogance and hubris of Musk.

  • @motluv

    @motluv

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@Nicholas.T I really like Tesla, but they need a grown up CEO.

  • @peterwakeman9930
    @peterwakeman99302 жыл бұрын

    Welcome back Ben. So out to order a Cybertruck?

  • @ZestyLemonBoi
    @ZestyLemonBoi2 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant!

  • @hungly9776
    @hungly97762 жыл бұрын

    I think the new S long range would make for a better comparison to your 90D

  • @geoffcarlton4047
    @geoffcarlton4047 Жыл бұрын

    No mention of the flared front arches?

  • @pierre.a.larsen
    @pierre.a.larsen2 жыл бұрын

    That was a nice tour, thank you. I wonder about the driving experience. The new Model S supposedly is more quiet? The Plaid version is a beast on the track as well. Do you feel that when driving?

  • @BenSullinsOfficial

    @BenSullinsOfficial

    2 жыл бұрын

    Felt the same to me but I only had it for a day

  • @mikeorr9533

    @mikeorr9533

    2 жыл бұрын

    Front wheel arches look different. Bigger on the new model

  • @wilber8260

    @wilber8260

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yep. my 2022 MS LR is much quieter than my two prior MSs (2014 and 2016). And, quieter than my M3.

  • @mjacobs711
    @mjacobs7112 жыл бұрын

    My 2016 MS doesn't have the passenger side trunk storage bin either, it's because of the subwoofer there.

  • @BenSullinsOfficial

    @BenSullinsOfficial

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'd trade that for a cup holder personally

  • @dnldnl4880
    @dnldnl48802 жыл бұрын

    What about lack of Tesla extended warranty on used cars?

  • @peterwakeman9930
    @peterwakeman99302 жыл бұрын

    Updated steering wheel with ..... so Cybertruck could be similar?

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