Video Summary
Here is the summary of the YouTube video about a review of the Tesla Model S electric car:- The Signature Model S from 2012 was a groundbreaking, first-of-its-kind five-seater EV with great styling, acceleration, and cargo space.
- This model had a maximum all-electric range of 265 miles, priced at just above $95,000, which was a luxury price point back in 2012.
- Motor Trend’s Car of the Year was awarded to the model.
- Tesla constantly makes small updates to its vehicles.
- A major exterior refresh in 2017 updated the front fascia, the car was given a giant all-glass roof, and autopilot hardware was updated.
- The 2017 Model S has a 250 mile range.
- The 2021 model is a major step up from previous iterations and is basically the same car as the Plaid model, but with one fewer motor.
- The reviewer, after driving a Model S across the country in a record 42 hours and 17 minutes, finds it to be a five-seat, large, comfortable sedan, and still provides the yolk steering and has the same options for wheel, tire, and wood decor.
- 0-60 on this model is done in 3.1 seconds.
- Starting at $95,000 but offered at $80,000 to early adopters, the 2021 Model S changes the game.
- Tesla has improved the exterior, which is wider with an improved front fascia.
- The model has some new wheel and tire options and all areas previously chrome are now a gloss black.
- The Model S has an improved sound system that’s the best sound system they’ve had in any Tesla.
- However, it lacks a little in the mid range and almost all the sound seems to come from the front of the car.
- New additions include door pockets and increased space, as well as upgraded and much improved rear seats, an armrest with available wireless charging, and the same climate controls that are featured in the front.
- The car is capable of car camping due to the fact that the seats lay down almost perfectly flat.
- One caveat is that the driver’s side door handle experienced technical issues and the hood latch required service.
- The driver also stated that they feel the brakes are not large enough.
- The new UI is confusing with the layout of the menus.
- Overall, the Tesla is a much-needed and much-appreciated update to the now 10-year-old model.
