Used Model Y worth buying over a new?

jmutiny1993 | 2026-02-20 21:01 | 9 views

I'm in the market for a tesla, this will be mostly for personal use to commute to work but time to time will use it for the family (wife + daughter). I'm looking at the LR AWD models, white/black color and year 2024+. I do see some in the $32k - $38k range, whereas a new model Y comes in at about $43k. The big thing for me is I would really like to have the autopilot/autosteer. My commute to work is 5 days a week and 1 hour each way, straight highway to work, and having the autosteer I think would make my life a lot easier. I have heard the new model Y does not have that feature and so it forces you to buy FSD which I am not interested in. The new model Y does offer 0% financing which is very enticing... Another thing I am considering is the 7 seater model Y from 2023, example here: https://www.tesla.com/my/order/7SAYGAEE1PF775351?titleStatus=used&redirect=no#overview Eventually when I have another kid or two I'd like to be able to handle a bigger family without having to get another car. My question is in my scenario would you buy a new Model Y, used 2024 Model Y, or used 2023 Model Y 7 seater. If I do buy any of these options I will buy all cash, will not finance unless its 0%. Additionally has anyone purchased a used Tesla, any regrets? Thanks.

Comments (6)

SirInteresting0325 2026-02-20 21:18

New. The old suspensions are so so horrible.

Ok_Lawyer3693 2026-02-20 21:38

I was in the same dilemma and went with a used one. If you can find one with low miles and FSD and/or autopilot (which is what I did), I would highly recommend it. I got a 2021 model Y. Yes it doesn’t have all the latest tech and features but works great and no complains. I will mostly upgrade to a 7 seater in a couple years but for now this works great. Just heads up that the 7 seater in the Model Y is pretty inconvenient even for kids. Might work for a few years when kids are young. Good luck

mongolian_horsecock 2026-02-21 00:31

I would get the new one and then get the 0 percent apr deal, then you can take the money and invest it and that will net you a decent profit which will offset the cost of the new vehicle a decent amount.

iDragonk 2026-02-21 02:34

Test drive both so you get an idea on how quite the newer one is. If you prefer a better suspension and quieter ride opt for new. Otherwise old should do. I own a 23 Y with 7 seats. I would pick the new one

aloeballo 2026-02-21 16:58

New new ones do not have autopilot so you should save the money and get used if that is what you are interested in.

Jx022 2026-02-22 02:03

I’d go with autopilot, that and fsd are the only reasons I even bought this car. It’s a sedan-suv crossover; if you’re planning on having more than 1 kid then maybe consider another car

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