UK Tesla Model Y Standards get bespoke 19-inch aerodynamic wheels (Steve Fowler) That said, rear passengers still sit almost directly over the rear axle, and you do feel that on broken surfaces. The back seats experience a slightly bumpier ride than the front, but it’s never uncomfortable – just something to be aware of if you regularly carry adults or kids in the rear. Overall, though, this a meaningful upgrade in ride quality over the old car. Interior, practicality and boot space Tesla hasn’t reinvented the cabin for the Standard model, and that’s no bad thing. The interior remains minimalist, airy and impressively well built – particularly in these latest German-built cars, where material quality and fit feel consistently strong. It’s still quiet inside, too, with road and wind noise well suppressed, even at motorway speeds. open image in gallery The Tesla Model Y Standard gets as much space in the back as any other Model Y and is just as comfortable (Steve Fowler) One of the more controversial changes is the continued move towards screen-based controls. Electric seat adjustment is now done via the central touchscreen, and while that might sound fiddly, it actually works very well once you’re used to it. Door mirrors are also adjusted through the screen, while the steering wheel in the Standard car gets a physical lever under the steering column. It’s a blend that feels less frustrating in practice than it might on paper. The seats themselves mix cloth and vegan leather, and they’re comfortable over long distances, offering good support without feeling overly firm. Tesla’s driving position remains one of the best in the class, with excellent forward visibility and a commanding view of the road. open image in gallery The Tesla Model Y Standard does without the glass panoramic roof and gets cloth inserts in the seats. Quality remains high (Steve Fowler) Space and practicality continue to be Model Y highlights. There’s loads of room for adults in the front and back, with plenty of head and legroom, making it an easy car to live with as a family. The flat floor in the rear helps, too, especially if you’re fitting child seats or carrying three across the back. Interestingly, the removal of the traditional central storage box actually frees up a genuinely useful space between the front seats. It’s ideal for a backpack or handbag and makes the cabin feel even more open. Elsewhere, storage is plentiful, with deep door bins and clever under-floor compartments. There’s no panoramic sunroof in the Standard car – just a steel roof – but that adds to a feeling of warmth, cosiness and quiet. open image in gallery The Tesla Model Y Standard does without the lidded storage of other Model Y's but gets a useful tray for big bags (Steve Fowler) The boot remains huge, easily swallowing buggies, bikes or a full family holiday’s worth of luggage, although there’s no parcel shelf in this car so whatever’s in the boot isn’t hidden from view. Add in the useful front boot for charging cables, this time without some of the plastic surrounds, and the Model Y Standard remains one of the most practical electric SUVs you can buy at this price point. Technology, stereo and infotainment Tesla’s infotainment system continues to set the benchmark for usability and responsiveness – it just seamlessly works with the rest of the car. The large 15-inch central screen controls almost everything, from navigation and media to vehicle settings, and it remains fast, intuitive and constantly evolving thanks to free over-the-air updates. open image in gallery