Hands-On With the 2026 Tesla Model Y: What’s New with Model Y Juniper?

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-The redesigned front end features a Cybertruck-inspired light bar and an angular overall design.
-There’s a new front-facing camera that is designed to aid the car's vision.
-Despite the number of cameras, there is no true 360-degree birds-eye camera view.
-The taillights now have an effective light bar with the lighting element projected on a plastic panel.
-The interior is similar to the Model 3, with some upgrades.
-It still has a turn signal stalk.
-It still has a  touchscreen-dominant, minimalistic cabin.
-The interior feels better built and has higher quality.
-Nearly everything is controlled through the central touchscreen, including directing the air vents and the lights.
-The gear shift is controlled on screen.
-While easy enough to use, on multiple occasions, the car failed to shift into the intended gear.
-The model has upgraded storage solutions including  a bigger and deeper center console.
-All of the door pockets are also a little bigger.
-New speakers and ambient lighting are additional upgrades.
-The new model has a smoother ride quality.
-The model is fast, with a 0-60 time of 4.1 seconds, which is faster than the previous model.
-It should have a little extra range.
-Tesla claims the new version has 327 miles of range, compared to 311 miles for the prior model.
-The test found the previous Model Y outperformed its EPA estimate with a rating of 310.
-The launch series model costs just over $61,000.
-The update makes the Model Y a stronger competitor to other electric SUVs.
-It’s unclear if these changes will keep it atop the sales charts.
-There's more sound insulation in the cabin than in earlier models.
-The new Tesla Model Y is generally better than the outgoing car.

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