2022 TESLA MODEL Y PERFORMANCE 1 YEAR REVIEW

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This one-year ownership review of the 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance highlights the vehicle's exhilarating driving dynamics and practicality, particularly its spaciousness and hatchback utility compared to the Model 3. The reviewer praises the performance model's aesthetics, including its lower stance, 21-inch wheels, red calipers, and carbon fiber spoiler, noting it looks great even without modifications. However, the review also details several drawbacks. The Model Y Performance is less efficient than the Long Range variant. Notably, it lacks ventilated seats, a feature the reviewer hopes will be included in future refreshes, similar to the Model 3's Project Highland update. Connectivity issues with the app, occasional airbag lights, condensation on the driver's side pillar, and pedal vibrations are mentioned as service-related concerns, though some are acknowledged as known characteristics. The reviewer also expresses frustration with the user interface confusion when switching between the Model Y and Model X, particularly the absence of traditional stalks for driving selection and the auto-closing door function. Despite these issues, the reviewer finds the overall ownership experience positive, emphasizing that EVs are best suited for high-mileage drivers, especially in regions with high registration costs like California.