2026 Tesla Model Y Standard: What You Actually Get - First Impressions Post Delivery
I’ve now taken delivery of my 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard RWD, so it’s time to take a proper look at what Tesla’s cheapest Model Y actually gives you. In this video I walk around the car, take a closer look at the exterior, wheels, interior, seats, screen, materials, storage, and some of the differences that make the Model Y Standard unique. This is not my full driving review yet.
Chapters
- 0:00 Part 2 intro: the plate delay and the first 100 km
- 1:18 Exterior and white Berlin paint
- 2:09 Interior build quality vs high-end German cars
- 3:00 Door panels, plastics and the open center console
- 3:46 Why buy new, and the $5,000 first-EV rebate
- 4:09 New black headliner
- 4:30 Armrest and wireless phone charger (Fold 8 fit)
- 5:14 Screen and the onboarding manual
- 5:36 Shoutout to the Tesla Markham team and bonus FSD
- 6:25 How Tesla's corporate stores work
- 6:46 Rear seats and legroom at 5'10"
- 7:32 Model Y Standard vs Model 3 Premium in Canada
- 8:22 Buy before the rebate drops in 2027
- 8:46 Trunk space and folding the rear seats
- 9:15 Sleeping in the back and setting the liftgate height
- 10:11 Charging: the J1772 adapter and a mobile charger on a dryer plug
- 10:33 Accessories video coming next
- 11:17 Final thoughts and rear-wheel drive feel
See also: common Tesla delivery defects to inspect for.
Common questions
Is this a full driving review?
No. It's a walkaround after delivery. My driving verdict is in Should you buy the cheapest Model Y? and the Model Y Standard review.
Does the Model Y Standard have power-folding mirrors?
No. Mine fold by hand, though the mirrors tilt down in reverse. Power folding is on the Premium. Full list: Model Y Standard specs.
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