Tesla Model S Plaid: My HONEST 6 Month Review

This is my Brutally Honest 6 Month Review of Owning my 2023 Tesla Model S Plaid. I'll be going over all the things I've loved, the worst things I've noticed about this Car and the most suprising expense i've had since owning this vehicle. We'll touch on the interior, exterior and we'll launch this car.. Hopefully, this will help You decide if if you should buy the Tesla Model S Plaid. Drop in the Comments if you have any questions!

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[AstroJoe-tsqd]

Been waiting for a Plaid update! Yeah that driver's door gap is way beyond acceptable. We took delivery of our Plaid at about the same time as you and fortunately we lucked out with build quality with a minor exception of the rear hatch gap on one side was a little off, but apparently within Tesla spec. Tesla would not adjust it.

I'm surprised Tesla has not addressed the inner tire wear issue with all the negative YouTube press and it being a legitimate safety issue. There is a simple solution of adjustable control arms, but this leaves a risk of warranty issues down the road since Tesla is not kind to any modifications. We decided to buy the winter tire package for $2750 that comes with the 19" wheels and PZero winter tires. Figure these tires will last a few seasons and extend the 21" Michelin tire life. But we live in a colder climate where snow is in the forecast.

The white interior definitely gives the Plaid a much more luxurious feel and would choose it for sure.

Overall, the Plaid is incredible, IMO.

[KeYi]

Install rear camber arm links to fix inner tire wear. Or use the 19" tires instead of the 21".

[gowwar]

Still no leds inside… while any model 3 gets them now. Not buying a S until they put leds inside.

[Uptownv]

i strongly dislike the yoke. i drive with one hand and it is just uncomfortable when crusing or making quick manuevers. i have the full wheen in my 2023 MS Plaid and love it.

[ganymede]

A yoke is not what makes a Plaid when the base S also has a yoke available (as a paid option on both now). Happy that the wheel is now the no-cost option.

[growithozzy]

I have the plaid and I love the yoke ! A lot better than the regular wheel

[joseramirez]

Check your Toe not just the Camber
Tends to be toe out and drags the inner side of the tires as you drive
Toe is adjustable from the factory
Camber requires camber arms or shims.

[tyranelewis]

Yoke Yes!!!! it makes the Model S that much Unique, your description of FSD is correct 100%. For Highway driving on long trips, it's great. I only use on long highway trips. In town/urban driving I don't use it because it's more stressful. That gap on the hatch is same on my 2020 Model s and I agree about the alignment for the flagship should be much better

[TheLawIX]

Awesome review! Holding out for a lightly used 2024, for new seats and front cam. The 19's don't have the camber issue btw, and there are solutions for the 20's.

[davejohnson]

Wow that drivers door gaps on the front of the door look really bad! Almost looks like it was in a accident even though it wasn’t. You should have rejected delivery and waited for another one!

[andrewtan]

If you make a appointment Tesla will correct those panel gaps

[Duesenbert]

Hello American friends 😊✌️ The toe and camber of every Model S should be adjusted to prevent internal tire wear. thanks for the interesting video. Best regards from Germany

[nguyen]

I use auto pilot on the highway nearly 100% of the time. It’s very practical to me. You just have to pay attention. Driving fatigue is significantly reduced.

[maplemutt]

My 2022 X plaid's screen swivels left and right. 19" wheels' tires last about 20k miles

[randyshields]

I have the 2024 plaid and I agree. Guys, get the YOLK, it is incredible awesome!! It takes short time to get use to it, I now try to drive my second car, a Jeep Wrangler and it is so difficult. Yolk is awesome!

[marcelschickel]

Great review 🎉 really looking foreward to upgrade to this in some time.

I think the same about the autopilot.
Quick tip: wear sunglasses. 🕶️ works perfectly 😅

[iain]

My cousin works at a body shop that regularly fixes Tesla panel gaps. It's not terribly expensive relative to the price of the car, and helps the resale value a bit as well.

[dracy]

I'm impressed you got 10, 000 out of your tires. I only got 6, 000 on my last ones in the rear. I drive the same, commute daily 100 miles a day occasional pul on the highway or street. I'm thinking about purchasing a set of 19 inch and keeping the 21 inch for Summer only.

[Fasstv]

My 2022 has updated steering wheel, taillights, headlights and swivel lcd screen

[davidthomas]

I don't have a Plaid but a 2017 S with only 30K miles. I hardly use autopilot that much either. In heavy traffic, it helps if fatigued and you need a break. But adaptave CC is very nice because I don't have to deal with adjusting the car's speed.