2026 TESLA MODEL Y REFRESH FIRST DRIVE: DOES IT WORK FOR A BIG AND TALL 6'5" PERSON?

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The reviewer, a 6'5" individual, tests the 2026 Tesla Model Y Refresh, focusing on comfort and practicality for larger occupants. Initial impressions highlight a significantly quieter and smoother ride compared to previous Model Y generations, with the interior receiving praise for its improved fit and finish, including the dashboard and speaker grills. The reviewer found ample room, with the center console not feeling overly wide, and noted the comfortable ingress and egress. While impressed with the overall upgrades, including the sound system and new wheel covers, the reviewer emphasizes that the changes, while positive, are not "life-changing" for owners of recent Model Ys (late 2023 onwards). The reviewer highly recommends the refresh for new buyers, deeming it a "great all-around town daily driver" and a "fun car." The vehicle's efficiency was also noted positively, even when driven assertively. The reviewer ultimately decided to purchase one for their fleet.