NEW TESLA MODEL Y PERFORMANCE IS HERE! ALL UPGRADES & MY FIRST LOOK

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The "Juniper" update for the Tesla Model Y Performance brings notable enhancements, particularly in its interior and styling. The reviewer highlights the new carbon fiber trim, aluminum pedals, and significantly improved performance seats with thigh support as key interior upgrades. The larger, higher-resolution 16-inch screen is praised for its snappiness and visual clarity, making it a substantial improvement for media consumption. Externally, the Model Y Performance now features a more distinct design with a special performance bumper, new 21-inch forged wheels, and a larger rear spoiler, offering better differentiation from the Long Range model. However, the reviewer expresses concern over the new LG battery, which, despite offering higher energy density and a range increase to 580 km (from 514 km), may be battery-limited in terms of power output, mirroring issues seen in the European Model 3 Performance. The continued use of a gray headliner is cited as a significant interior design miss, clashing with the premium materials. Track mode is absent at launch but expected via an update. Overall, the "Juniper" Model Y Performance is seen as a significant evolution, though potential buyers should be aware of the battery's performance implications.