"Tesla launched the Model Y Standard as an attempt to offer affordable electric vehicles to consumers now that the $7,500 EV tax credit is gone. We were able to spend four days with the car, and it was more than enough time to determine whether or not the car was worth the $9,000 discount compared to the Premium All-Wheel-Drive configuration, which is what I drive daily."
"The Model Y Standard was stripped of some of the features that are present in the Premium trims of the Model Y: no glass roof, a sound system with roughly half the speakers, fewer acoustic-lined glass windows, less storage, and less functionality from an interior standpoint. However, there are some real advantages to purchasing a Standard Model Y, and there are a handful of situations where this car would be well-suited."
"In my first impressions review of the Model Y Standard, I talked about the face-value differences between my Model Y Premium and the new, more affordable trim. You will first notice the lack of storage between the front two seats, as the cupholder and additional storage bin sliding doors are void. You still get the cupholders, but they are exposed, which isn't a huge deal, but it definitely takes away from the sleek look the Premium trim offers."
The Model Y Standard reduces price by removing many Premium features, including the glass roof, a fuller sound system, acoustic-lined windows, extra storage, and some interior functionality. The interior replaces vegan leather with textile seats that are easy to clean and quick-drying but lack ventilation. The center storage and sliding doors are removed, leaving exposed cupholders and a less sleek appearance. The Standard delivers roughly a $9,000 savings versus the Premium AWD, making it appealing for budget-focused buyers and specific use cases where premium comforts are less important.
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