Tesla Internal Training Material Highlights 9 Model Y Facelift Selling Points

Tesla has launched the facelifted Model Y codenamed “Jupiter”, introducing a series of enhancements across comfort, energy efficiency, and design. This update addresses various aspects of the vehicle, ensuring a more refined driving experience.

Comfort Enhancements

1. Suspension Optimization
The Model Y Jupiter's suspension has been re-tuned to improve vibration damping on bumpy roads by 51%. This adjustment maintains the vehicle's support while enhancing ride comfort.

2. Noise Reduction
Additional sealing strips and soundproofing materials have been added, reducing wind noise by 20% and road noise by 22%. The vehicle retains its double-pane acoustic glass, contributing to a quieter cabin.

3. Ventilated Front Seats

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The front seats now come standard with ventilation, utilizing Tesla's patented ventilation system design with structural airflow channels and bespoke molding techniques.

4. Rear Seat Improvements

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The rear seats have been redesigned with cushions extended by 1.5 cm and headrests widened by 1.7 cm. The seatbacks are now electrically adjustable, allowing passengers to easily find their preferred angle.

The seats can also be folded flat using controls on the touchscreen or a button in the trunk.

5. New Glass Roof Coating

The roof glass now features a new coating, improving thermal insulation efficiency by seven times.

This enhancement eliminates the need for additional sunshades or films during hot summers and enables faster cooling times, better energy efficiency, and quieter fans.

Energy Efficiency

6. Lower Energy Consumption:
The Model Y Jupiter achieves an energy efficiency of 11.9 kWh/100km, a significant improvement from 12.5 kWh/100 km. This improvement is partially attributed to optimized aerodynamics.

Tesla Model Y has long been the leader in energy efficiency for a mid-size SUV, but had been recently outclassed by NIO’s ONVO L60, which claims a CLTC efficiency of 12.1 kWh per 100 km.

Design Innovations

7. Cyber Design Language
The Model Y Jupiter is the only vehicle in Tesla's S3XY lineup to feature the latest Cyber design language. It includes a full-width light bar at the front and an integrated diffused rear light strip.

The new design may be a harbinger for a gradual transition of the entire lineup towards full-width light bars as seen on the Cybercab and Cybertruck.

8. Redesigned Front Trunk

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The front trunk offers 117 liters of storage, the largest in its category. It includes customizable storage compartments and a dedicated drainage hole, making it versatile for various uses, such as a cooler for outdoor activities.

9. Front Bumper Camera

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A new front bumper camera has been added to improve visibility in tight spaces. This camera provides a clear view of the area directly in front of the vehicle, reducing blind spots.

It also features a self-cleaning function, using a water jet to keep the lens clean. This feature is also offered on the Cybertruck’s front bumper camera.

Unfortunately, Tesla didn’t also include a rearview camera water jet cleaner.