One Model Y owner decided his 2022 Tesla Model Y AWD needed a serious upgrade.
And he didn’t go halfway either.
He went straight for a staggered set of 22-inch UP Forged CYBRHEX wheels in Satin Black, and the result is exactly what you’d expect from someone who clearly has great taste.
He calls this build the CYBRHEX Y, and it’s just the start. This owner has more plans for his Model Y, but as a first move, it’s hard to argue with what he’s done here.
So what exactly are the CYBRHEX wheels?
If you’ve never seen a set of CYBRHEX wheels up close, you’re in for something special.
The design pulls from 1970s brutalist aesthetics, the era when wedge shapes and bold geometry dominated the minds of car designers. There’s something timeless about it that stops people in their tracks.
In fact, the wheel looks almost too clean to be real. People often describe seeing CYBRHEX in person as a CGI moment, like the wheel was digitally placed onto the car rather than actually bolted on.
On a black Model Y, that effect goes into overdrive.
Satin Black on Black is not a look you forget
The owner chose the Satin Black finish, and on a Black Model Y, it creates something almost monochromatic and completely menacing.
The hexagonal face of the wheel catches light differently depending on the angle, giving the car a visual depth that a traditional spoke wheel just can’t deliver.
It’s dimensional. It’s aggressive. And it’s undeniably CYBRHEX.
The build specs on this CYBRHEX Y
This setup runs a staggered fitment, which is the smart choice for anyone who wants a proper performance stance.
Up front, the wheels measure 22×9.5 with an ET +35 offset, wrapped in 265/35 R22 Lexani Volt-EC tires. Out back, the fitment widens to 22×10.5 ET +35, running 285/35 R22 rubber.
That extra inch of width in the rear fills the fender beautifully and gives the Model Y a planted, low-slung attitude that turns heads on any road.
The Lexani Volt-EC tires are a natural match for an EV build too, built to handle the instant torque that the Model Y AWD delivers the moment you breathe on the accelerator.
Another nice touch is the UP Emblem addition at the bottom of the B Pillar.
The engineering behind the CYBRHEX is worth talking about
The bold looks are one thing, but what makes the CYBRHEX genuinely impressive is what goes into building each wheel.
Each set is machined from forged 6061-T6 billet aluminum. That means serious strength without unnecessary weight, which matters when you’re rolling on 22-inch wheels.
One of the standout details is the hexagonal center cap. It’s not just a style choice. It locks in securely and adds a layer of protection and security that you’ll appreciate every time you park.
Then there’s the anti-slip knurling inside the barrel of the wheel. This is technology borrowed from Formula 1 racing, engineered to prevent tire slippage under hard acceleration and cornering. Most owners will never notice it’s there, but it’s doing real work every time you push the car.
Fitment is guaranteed on all Model Y years and models without rubbing or clearance issues.
21-inch or 22-inch CYBRHEX on a Model Y? You really can’t go wrong
The CYBRHEX is available in 20, 21, and 22-inch diameters, and whether you land on 21 or 22 inches, the Model Y looks completely transformed.
The 21-inch setup gives you that aggressive, big-wheel presence while keeping a bit more sidewall for daily driving comfort. It’s the move for owners who want the CYBRHEX look without going full tuck.
Step up to 22 inches and the attitude shifts entirely. The sidewalls get low, the stance gets serious, and the Model Y stops looking like a family crossover and starts looking like something else entirely.
Both sizes are available in squared or staggered fitments too. Squared keeps all four corners identical for a clean, uniform look and easy rotation. Staggered goes wider in the rear for that visual flare and added grip.
With four finishes available, including Satin Black, Satin Bronze, Satin Titanium, and Gloss Black, there’s a CYBRHEX combination that works on every Model Y color out there.
This is just the beginning for the CYBRHEX Y
The owner isn’t done with this Model Y. More modifications are coming.
But as a foundation, a staggered set of 22-inch UP Forged CYBRHEX wheels in Satin Black on a black Model Y is about as strong a statement as you can make on four wheels.
