Is the 2022 Tesla Model S Plaid the KING of performance sedans?

The Model S Plaid is Tesla's answer to performance EVs like the Porsche Taycan Turbo S & Lucid Air. On the outside you will find an updated front fascia, headlights, wheels and rear bumper. On the inside is a steering yoke, 17in infotainment screen and digital gauge cluster. Powering the Model S Plaid are (3) electric motors producing over 1000HP. Is the 2022 Tesla Model S Plaid the KING of performance sedans?
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[jxr-glyq]

I am very surprised it’s difficult for you to find someone to lend you a car, your style of car reviews is literally up there with Dougs, very wholesome and genuine!

[belangerdesignco]

Joe, quick mistake at 21:30
There is an armrest if you lower the full middle seat, and it includes storage and a wireless charger

[ryan-wfcu]

There is a center armrest with 2 cupholders and 2 wireless chargers in the rear seats. On the back of the middle seat headrest there's a button to release the seat down

[kennethadams]

I’ve owned an S Plaid for over a month now. Have already driven it from Florida to NY and back. I absolutely love this car and the acceleration is unmatched by anything you’re going see on the road today. That being said, I don’t think S Plaid will be King of the Hill for long. Scary to think that many cars this fast will be on the road in the near future.

[kmikal]

I went from a Subaru STi to a Model Y Performance and have been loving it ever since. Been a car guy my entire life (owned over 40+ ICE vehicles) and these modern EVs are the real deal. One test drive was all it took. One pedal driving is such a game changer.

[Alex-gqzc]

Your explanation of “be mindful with your steering inputs” is your version all the other YouTubers saying “this thing shouldn’t be street legal”😂😂😂😂😂😂 love it man

[HallKevinA]

“If you owe Dom Toretto a 10 second car” … Classic!!!

I love how your presentation doesn’t seem edited. One take, naturally presented, well informed

[oopopp]

My brother has this car.
Took me for a ride and 0-60 was kinda fun in 2 secs ... then he showed me how fast it REALLY can go... and I gotta say, it went so fast it was actually getting scary... lol.
When you look at the speedometer I was actually in disbelief how fast the car was accelerating.

[blairbrown]

To me, the Dodge Charger Hellcat Widebody is the once and future king of performance sedans.

This is merely the God of All Cars.

As for the badge, as someone who fondly remembers Spaceballs, all I have to say is, the Plaid badge should be Plaid for when the Plaid goes plaid.

[Mandeepable]

Your way of reviewing the cars is my only ultimate reason why I am hanging around on this channel. Definitely love this car and hope to be the owner of one in the near future. Keep reviewing with ur unique style my man. 💪💪💪

[amill]

0-60 in 2 seconds is just insane. Yes, I would imagine you get a better feel for what the tires are doing.

[g.richardson]

As mind-bending as its 0-60 is, it’s the <10 sec 1/4 mile that really blows my mind. This thing leaves even the fastest production MOTORCYCLES behind.

Kind of scary to imagine ordinary drivers with this kind of power.

[michaelgoldberg]

Not only is it powerful but it looks very stunning aswell! Excellent video as always Joe!

[LearningFast]

Technically the Lucid Air is the highest HP sedan at 1, 111 HP. Also the Tesla Model S Plaid starts at $136k. You might have been thinking of the Model S Dual Motor when you said it starts at $106k. I watched a stock Model S Plaid with the 21” Arachnid wheels run an 9.27 @ 157 mph 1/4 mile last week with no modifications at all. It is ridiculous what that car can do.

[mattmekhaeil]

The on throttle action definitely worth the 150k it’s an crazy experience to drive one of these. The interior is not worth 150k. Cheap materials everywhere you touch. If I’m paying 150k for a car it better have an upscale interior

[bobdroll]

Came for the on-throttle, stayed for the interior dad jokes.

[carlosroman]

That was awesome! 🤯The only electric vehicle that I have ever driven is the 20 mph top speed golf cart at work. 😭😭😭

[chabbysrides]

Total beast of a car. I have driven one of these and it’s mind blowing and gut busting. Tons of fun. Thanks for bringing it to us Joe and Lori. Great stuff!

[northshoreplaid]

Have had the Plaid since October 2021...Got used to the Yoke in a couple of weeks. Love the minimalist design! Comfortable/Fast and easily a daily driver!!!

[TheVictor]

I would like to own a Tesla. I’ve taken an Uber in one and it’s pretty cool