Tesla Model Y

Yes that was the only strong argument I can think of that goes against my theory that our cars will come from Germany. Surely not a RHD run for just Ireland (and Malta LOL) even though it could be for a few thousand cars. I guess we won't know for sure until the first one of us got their VIN and then we can tell for sure!

And for the record: I don't mind either way, the car is a bargain at €53k. As long as the car will have a LiFePO4 battery. Preferably the BYD blade but I will take the CATL one too!

Given the margin on Tesla cars could this be a demand lever for Tesla in Ireland to displace some of those ID4 sales? 10% price reduction on SR for launch to build a base of Y ownership and put a dent in the new year aspirations of VW, Nissan (not that anyone has to anymore), Hyundai etc.

Won't be as much, the MEB cars don't charge very fast so on longer trips there's not much difference. The Kia charges faster in certain conditions and (according to the EV6 thread) if the dealer knows how to do the correct downloads and only? at Ionity chargers.

How often do you think you'll exceed the range of the car? If it's not very often then it doesn't matter so much, the Tesla will be more efficient so will cost less to run.

Depends on what your priorities are. I will be selling my 2017 Model S for considerably less money than a new Model Y is. Model S is the daddy, it is a far superior car in terms of design, luxury, comfort, style, size, ride comfort. A bit like comparing a BMW 7-series to a 3-series SUV variant

In my case it is already my second Tesla Model S, I'd like a change, a brand new car with a brand new warranty appeals and the fact you can now get the Model Y really cheap with the grant, that is disappearing soon. Which will give a hedge against depreciation. I know, mostly arguments of the head over the heart.

I suppose it’s my one family car really. We are a one car home. So maybe the y would work better? The s looks unreal but I’m wondering would the y just be a better fit and have a better warranty?

I could have the s once I sort the money or wait a bit and get the y. I’m kinda rambling

It really depends on what you think fits. A brand new Model Y will have a 4 year limited mileage bumper to bumper warranty. And a second hand 2017 Model S is probably out of general warranty (but will still have 3 years unlimited mileage warranty for the motor / drivetrain / battery - the expensive bits that can go wrong)

I don't know what loads you carry in your car or what your needs are. Funny recent comparison by Richard Symons of Tesla Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X is that the only car he could load his big gent's mountain bike in directly was the Model S. It is hugely practical. I've loaded the car up with 12 oversize solar panels. You can't even do that in any sort or standard size van.

And a bit of a surreal one. Drive around in a Model S. Anywhere in Ireland. And kids as young as 3-4 will point and shout "Tesla!". They wouldn't even do that for a Ferrari or Lamborghini or Porsche. They won't for a Model 3 or Model Y. It still baffles me.

Never buy a car you don't like the look of. Just don't do it to yourself, life's too short. Personally I like parking the car in the drive and just before going into the house have a look back over my shoulder and have a little smile of contentment to myself. I've had that with most of my cars, worth €500 or €50000

We get this with our white M3 all the time. I’ve never had a car that has had such a positive reaction from kids and adults alike. We also have the white interior so it does look a bit space age. Having said that I like the look of the S. I also think the Y has more presence than the 3 but my wife isn’t a fan and she loves the 3. She’s prefers the sleeker look of the 3 which I can’t argue with!

I don't know let's say extra couple of K for an Enyaq or ID 4. I suppose they're similar model bracket classes .

I'm just not convinced it's a bargain because the spec thats included for the money just seems incredibly abysmal. It's alot of dough . As I said maybe I'm just missing something..

Is there any autopilot at that price ? They're website is abysmal and makes it appears that any aids are extra