With the release of the latest Model Y, Tesla has iteratively improved an already great EV that will surely capture the attention of new car buyers. If this sounds like you, there are compelling reasons to reconsider your new car purchase.

Tesla has confirmed a Performance variant of its updated Model Y is coming this year. The news was revealed by Tesla executives Franz Von Halzhausen and Lars Moravy on a recent episode of Jay Leno’s Garage,

If any Tesla has become ubiquitous, it’s the Model Y, the company’s most affordable SUV. Boasting a spacious cabin and enough range to make it an easy choice as a daily driver, the Model Y benefits from the company’s constant over-the-air updates aimed at making the car better than when you first bought it.

It’s been over two weeks since Tesla unexpectedly unveiled the heavily revised version of its Model Y crossover known as project Juniper. The manufacturer never put out a press release outlining the changes it made to the Model Y, but it has now released a video showcasing the new features, and, unsurprisingly, there were some things we missed.

Tesla Model Y arrives with a sleek redesign, enhanced comfort, and performance upgrades. With new lighting and a rear screen, it's more attractive and functional than ever. But is the upgrade worth it,

The Model Y is also seven inches taller and two inches longer overall. Both vehicles seat 5, but rear passengers will be far more comfortable in the Model Y. If you really need to pack people in, the Model Y Long-Range AWD model has a third-row option for two extra seats.