It's no secret that the Tesla Model Y remains the most sought-after electric crossover currently in the market, despite growing competition from the traditional manufacturers.
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But what is the long-term reliability of the Model Y like? It's only been available for two years and you'd think it's difficult to assess.
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But one owner the YouTuber Gjeebs Gjeebs, has driven more than 40k miles on his Model Y for 2020. Model Y.
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He recently shared his general opinions on the car over the course of two years. He also spoke about having to deal with some unexpected expenses that he's encountered.
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Gjeebs first spoke of tires. The tires that he had originally purchased lasted for 36,000 miles before having need to be changed.
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He also needed to replace his windshield when it was damaged. While the car is one of the Long Range, he wants it to appear like an Performance car, so he specced with 20" Induction Wheels.
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He is also a huge lover of Tesla Autopilot, however, he experiences the phantom of braking from time to the other and feels that the Model Y can change lanes more quickly.
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He does not believe FSD is worth the cost as the standard Autopilot is more than adequate. He believes that it's a great idea to use the Tesla Supercharger Network is superb.
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He believes it's a huge advantage right now however Tesla is now opening this network for other makers in Europe and is likely to expand it to North America soon.
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In general after 40,000 miles, his car is running flawlessly. It's cost-effective to operate and the only thing that he's needed to replace were two tires and an auto windshield.
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The Y's ease of use and autonomy make it perfect for long-distance road journeys. It's also extremely practical as a regular driver with ample space.
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While it could be constructed more effectively (frequent noises, rattles, and a little road noise) all in all, he's satisfied with his car and doesn't regret purchasing it.
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