2026 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | NZ Full Review - The New King? Made in Germany

Is this the best SUV in New Zealand right now? Today, we are taking a deep dive into the 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance (refresh). This isn't just a small speed boost—with the latest "Juniper" updates and production coming out of Giga Berlin (Germany), the Model Y has finally matured into a true luxury powerhouse. In this full NZ review, we put the 3.5-second 0–100km/h claim to the test on Kiwi roads, check out the vastly improved build quality from the German factory, and see if the new adaptive suspension finally fixes the "bumpy" ride of the previous generation. ❣️Please SUBSCRIBE & LIKE if you enjoy my videos! I upload car reviews, POV drives, walkarounds & guides every week 🚗 🙌 I’m Jerry Pan, based in Auckland, NZ, working in the car industry for 8+ years. 📢 Not sponsored or endorsed — all opinions are my own. 🌐 English isn’t my first language, so apologies for any mistakes! 🚘 Have a cool car in Auckland? Email: [email protected] 📱 Need a wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Adapter? Head to: — https://www.binize.com/collections/wireless-carplay-adapter/products/binize-wireless-carplay-android-auto-adapter-for-vehicle-with-factory-wired-carplay-android-auto?ref=fn3pv5ic Use code "JERRYPAN" for 10% off at checkout 🧼 Need Wipers? Head to — www.wipertech.co.nz Use code "JERRYPAN15" for 15% off at checkout 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance, Model Y Performance 2026, Tesla Model Y Juniper, Model Y Juniper Review, 2026 Model Y Performance NZ, Tesla Model Y Review New Zealand, Giga Berlin Model Y, German Made Tesla, Model Y Performance vs Long Range, Tesla Model Y 0-100, New Tesla Model Y 2026, Tesla Adaptive Suspension, Model Y Juniper Interior, Tesla NZ Review, Best EV SUV 2026, Model Y Performance Range Test, Tesla Track Mode, Giga Berlin vs Giga Shanghai, Tesla Model Y Price NZ The Model Y Performance enters a crowded NZ market against the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, Kia EV6 GT, and Porsche Macan EV, while also facing heat from the BYD Sealion 7, Zeekr 7X, and Polestar 4. This 2026 "Juniper" refresh features the new Adaptive Damping suspension for a smoother ride, ventilated sports seats, a 16-inch Ultra-HD display, and an 8-inch rear screen, all wrapped in superior Giga Berlin (German-made) build quality. 0:00 Intro 0:29 Pricing in New Zealand 0:50 Exterior 3:00 Charging & Battery 3:18 Boot & Frunk 4:13 Rear Seats 5:35 Front Seats, Steering 6:40 Screen 7:25 Interior 7:46 POV Drive - Visibility, Power 9:10 POV Drive - Urban 11:06 POV Drive - Acceleration, Motorway 14:18 POV Drive - Acceleration 2 15:00 Verdict