Tesla Model Y

Tesla Model Y

Description

The Tesla Model Y attempted to capitalize on the Model 3’s red-hot success, but the all-electric crossover is more fizzle than sizzle. Whereas the Model 3 nails its purpose with dance-like driving and remarkable range, the 2022 Model Y appears like a haphazard attempt to appeal to SUV buyers. Its handling is less engaging than the 3’s, and its cabin, while mostly carried over from the sedan, doesn’t do enough to differentiate itself, exacerbating our critique of both its fit-and-finish and the issues that the all-digital environment generates. It is not without worth, however. When compared to competitors such as the Ford Mustang Mach E and the Volkswagen ID.4, its estimated driving range is good, and the Long Range variant claims up to 330 miles per charge. Furthermore, the Tesla has an optional third row of seats, which is still uncommon in the world of EVs and SUVs.

Features

Built Around The Driver
Great Cameras Everywhere
Impressive Cargo Area
Industry-leading Infotainment System
Great Driving Range

Specification

Fuel TypeElectric
Range (WLTP)282 miles
Maximum Power283 Hp
Maximum Torque280nm
0 to 60 mph5.4 seconds
TransmissionAutomatic transmission
Body style5-door SUV

Pricing

The base price for the 2022 Tesla Model Y is $58,990. This is at the pricier end of the luxury electric SUV class, but it still undercuts a number of vehicles, including the larger Tesla Model X, the Audi e-Tron, and the Jaguar I-Pace. The most expensive Model Y Performance starts at $63,990.


Safety

Designed for Safety

The most crucial aspect of any Tesla is its safety. Our vehicles are built to exceed safety regulations.

5-Star Rating

The Model Y received 5-star NHTSA safety ratings in every category and subcategory.

Top Safety Pick+

The IIHS Top Safety Pick+ honor went to the Model Y, which got top ratings in all crashworthiness and front crash prevention categories.

Safety-First Design

Tesla vehicles are designed to be the safest on the market. Each one combines sophisticated onboard technology with an all-electric design to aid in the protection of every driver, passenger, and pedestrian on the road.


Utility

A Place For Everything

Model Y offers greatest adaptability, with the ability to transport 7 passengers and their luggage. Each second-row seat folds flat individually, allowing for versatile storage of skis, furniture, luggage, and other items. The liftgate opens to reveal a low trunk floor, making loading and unloading simple and quick.

Versatile seating and storage for cargo and passengers
Room for up to seven with optional third-row

All-Wheel Drive

23.5 sec
Independent motors digitally control torque to the front and rear wheelsQuickest acceleration—from zero to 60 mph* in as little as 3.5 secondsCapable in the rain, snow, mud and off-road with superior traction control

Dual Motor

Tesla All-Wheel Drive features two ultra-responsive, independent electric motors that digitally direct torque to the front and rear wheels, resulting in much improved handling, traction, and stability control. Model Y can handle rain, snow, mud, and off-roading.


Range

330 mi15 min35,000+
Go anywhere with up to 330 miles of estimated range on a single chargeRecharge up to 162 miles in 15 minutes at Supercharger locationsSuperchargers placed along well-traveled routes around the world

Go Anywhere

Because the Model Y is all-electric, you’ll never need to visit a gas station again. If you charge at home overnight, you can wake up to a fully charged battery every morning. When you’re on the road, you can easily charge in at any public station or through the Tesla charging network. We now have over 35,000 Superchargers around the world, with six new locations opening every week.


Charging

Wall Connector

Our suggested home charging option.

The Wall Connector is our quickest, most convenient way to charge at home, with charging speeds of up to 44 miles of range added per hour depending on car type, a versatile indoor/outdoor design, and a 24-foot cable.

Installation is necessary but not included.

Mobile Connector

When away from home for an extended period of time.

Charging speeds of up to 3 miles per hour can be achieved by using a typical household outlet. Depending on the car model, a 240 V outlet can supply up to 30 miles of range per hour. A NEMA 5-15 Adapter and a NEMA 14-50 Adapter are included.


Autopilot

360°250 m
Rear, side, and forward-facing cameras provide maximum visibilityPowerful visual processing at up to 250 meters of rangeTesla Vision detects nearby cars, helps prevent potential collisions, and assists with parking

Future of Driving

The sophisticated safety and convenience features of Autopilot are intended to help you with the most difficult aspects of driving.


Interior

15-inch
A touchscreen display designed to improve over timeOver-the-air software updates introduce new features, functionality, and performanceAn expansive Glass Roof provides more headroom and UV protection

Built Around the Driver

The driver has a commanding view of the road ahead thanks to the elevated seating position and low dash. Model Y’s interior is simple and sleek, with a 15-inch touch screen, immersive sound system, and an enormous all-glass roof that allows greater headroom and a seamless view of the sky.


Interior Features

Glass Roof

The expansive Glass Roof offers passengers a brighter, more spacious experience as well as a panoramic view of the sky. Even when the sun is directly overhead, infrared and ultraviolet rays are successfully prevented before entering the cabin, decreasing heat and glare.

Center Display

On the large 15-inch touchscreen, you can see everything, including high-definition side and rearview camera views, navigation, movies, music, games, and more. While driving, your surroundings are displayed in real-time to show speed limit signs, forthcoming traffic control signals, pedestrians, cyclists, and hazards in a 360-degree surround view.

Wireless Charger

Charge two phones at the same time on a non-slip, curved surface. With two front and two rear USB charging connections, tiered storage under the armrest, and a folding privacy barrier to conceal your phones, the integrated centre console provides plenty of storage space.

All Vegan Interior

Our custom-engineered seating material is fully vegan and significantly more sustainable than traditional seating materials, maximising comfort and aesthetics while maintaining our rigorous standards for durability and stain resistance. It is softer than leather but far more durable and stain-resistant.

Up to Seven Seats

Model Y offers greatest adaptability, with the ability to transport 7 passengers and their luggage. Each rear seat folds flat individually, allowing for versatile storage of skis, furniture, baggage, and other items. The liftgate opens to reveal a low trunk floor, making loading and unloading simple and quick.

Advanced Climate Control

Airflow and temperature are totally controlled via the display, allowing for perfect control without ever seeing or touching a real vent. On warmer days, Cabin Overheat Protection keeps interiors cool, and our HEPA filtration technology provides the greatest cabin air quality available. Pre-conditioning immediately warms the cabin and prepares the car’s battery to maximize range and efficiency in cold conditions.


Design

From the Ground Up

Tesla vehicles, according to their all-electric architecture, have an extremely minimal danger of rollover and occupant damage.

Battery Pack

The position and weight lessen the chance of a rollover and improve emergency handling.

Impact Protection

The chassis is supported by a unique side sill structure, which absorbs impact energy and protects the occupants and battery.

Structural Integrity

The robust body and reinforced batteries aid in reducing and preventing cabin infiltration.

Crumple Zones

Large empty spaces in the front and back lessen the impact, lowering the risk of injury to occupants.

Advanced Airbags

Less interior intrusion allows airbags to fully inflate and protect passengers.


Hardware

Exceptional Awareness

Eight cameras and advanced vision processing provide 360-degree visibility, identifying surrounding things such as people, bikers, and automobiles.


Active Safety

For Every Tesla

Active safety measures, powered by Tesla’s Autopilot technology, can assist minimise impact severity or prevent accidents altogether.

Automatic Emergency Braking

Can detect vehicles, people, or objects in front of you and apply brakes to reduce impact.

Forward Collision Warning

Provides visible and audio warnings of impending vehicle or obstacle collisions.

Blind Spot Collision Warning

Notifies you if a possible accident with a vehicle or barrier in your blind spot is detected.

Lane Departure Avoidance 

If a potential accident or unintended lane departure is detected, corrective lane-centering steering is applied.


Software

Safer Over Time

Every mile you drive can contribute to improve your and others’ safety. We can analyze real-world scenarios from our worldwide fleet of over a million Tesla vehicles and billions of kilometers driven on Autopilot to learn how collisions happen and how to help lessen or prevent them in the future. Our most recent additions and enhancements are available immediately thanks to over-the-air software updates.


Fire Safety

Thermal Protection

Tesla battery packs are engineered to disperse heat away from the occupant cabin and battery in rare events of damage, helping to prevent fires and safeguard occupants. From 2012 to 2020, Tesla automobiles were nearly ten times less likely to catch fire per mile travelled than ordinary gas vehicles in the United States.


Proven Safety

Tesla designs our vehicles to exceed safety regulations, whether in the Tesla safety lab or outside in inclement weather. Tesla’s mission is to always improve safety and occupant protection.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

5-Star Safety Rating

Overall and every category 2020

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)

Top Safety Pick+ Award 2021


Autopilot Features

Auto Lane Change

While driving on the highway, Automatic Lane Change will place your vehicle in the best lane to prepare for merges and exits, as well as overtaking sluggish vehicles. Drivers are provided clear information about forthcoming lane changes, as well as the ability to customise the Auto Lane Change capability.

Navigate on Autopilot

Automatic lane changes, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control with complete stopping and re-engagement, Autosteer, and passing slow automobiles in your lane are all features of automatic driving from interstate on-ramp to off-ramp.

Autopark

With a single button push on the Center Display, you can easily park in both parallel and perpendicular parking spaces. Model Y will notify you of available parking spaces by continuously scanning the area around you.

Smart Summon

Your parked car will come to find you and even park or unpark itself in tight areas when activated by the Tesla App. Summon manoeuvres through tricky parking situations while adhering to lane markers and stop signs, avoiding pedestrians and obstacles such as traffic cones, trash cans, and renegade shopping carts.

Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control

When Traffic-Aware Cruise Control or Autosteer is enabled, Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control slows down and stops for visible traffic lights or stop signs.

Full Self-Driving Computer

Through over-the-air software updates, Tesla-designed hardware tuned for computer vision provides detailed, onscreen environment viewing and eventual Full Self-Driving Capability.


Gas Savings

Electric vehicles are less expensive to fuel than gasoline-powered vehicles

Estimated gas savings over 6 years $7,800

Electric automobiles consume less fuel than gasoline-powered vehicles. The average person drives 10,000 to 15,000 miles each year and spends between $1,700 and $2,500 on gasoline. In comparison, the cost of powering Model Y over the same distance is up to four times lower. That equates to between $7,800 and $11,400 in gasoline savings during the usual six-year car ownership period.

We’ve assumed a comparable gasoline-powered automobile gets 25.0 miles per gallon. Over the following six years, we’ve also projected a national average of $0.14 per kilowatt-hour for domestic electricity (assuming 100% charging) and $4.18 per gallon for gasoline. Tesla efficiency figures are calculated using the Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive.

Gasoline comparison vehicles are chosen based on vehicle class, seating size, and standard amenities. Using each vehicle’s combined city/highway MPG and MPGe ratings, we compare efficiency data between our automobiles and a comparable gasoline alternative using the EPA estimated range criteria. The actual range may differ depending on factors such as speed, weather, and elevation change.

Model Y consumption rating = 28.0 kWh/100mi

Comparison car consumption rating = 25.0 mpg


Features

Basic Autopilot

Allows your vehicle to autonomously steer, accelerate, and brake for other vehicles and pedestrians in its lane. Advanced safety and convenience features, as well as driver assistance features like emergency braking, collision warning, and blind-spot monitoring, are designed to help you with the most difficult aspects of driving.

Easy Charging

Charge everywhere there is power. The Mobile Connector Bundle with a 110V household outlet can be utilised to top off the most used range for daily driving, or upgrade to a 220V Tesla Wall Connector for the ultimate home charging experience. Model Y can add up to 162 miles of range in just 15 minutes utilising Tesla’s Supercharger network, getting you back on the road faster.

Over-the-Air Updates

With periodic wireless software upgrades, Model Y improves with time, providing you additional features, more entertainment, improved performance and range, increased comfort, and even better safety.

Sentry Mode

When left alone, your Tesla is protected by continuous 360° monitoring. Enabling Sentry Mode initiates a “Standby” state, similar to that of many home alarm systems, and employs the car’s external cameras to identify and protect against any threats.

The all-new Live Camera, which is available with Premium Connectivity, allows you to remotely observe your car’s surroundings when parked, as well as honk, flash, and speak through the car’s speaker. Tesla cannot access Live Camera since it is end-to-end encrypted.

Expansive Storage

The Model Y has 76 cubic feet of cargo space, which is available via both the front trunk and the rear trunk, which opens and closes automatically. Taking advantage of space previously occupied by cumbersome engines, petrol tanks, and gearboxes, the Model Y’s design allows for disproportionately large amounts of storage for a car its size while improving occupant safety through a more spacious, strengthened body and chassis.

Tesla Mobile App

Remotely controls and monitors your Tesla using Phone Key keyless driving, range and charging status, climate control, live GPS location, and other features. You may even schedule servicing and monitor your complete Tesla ecosystem, including Powerwall and Solar Roof power flow.


5 Colors Option

Pearl White Multi-Coat
Included
Midnight Silver Metallic
Included
Deep Blue Metallic
$1,000
Solid Black
$1,500
Red Multi-Coat
$2,000

Review:

Conclusion

If all you want is a Model 3 with a larger trunk, look no further, but we believe there are more intriguing EV SUVs to consider that don’t bear the Tesla name.


Technical specifications

Real Range Estimation

City – Cold Weather420 km
Highway – Cold Weather315 km
Combined – Cold Weather365 km
City – Mild Weather635 km
Highway – Mild Weather405 km
Combined – Mild Weather505 km

Performance

Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h5.0 sec
Top Speed217 km/h
Electric Range435 km
Total Power324 kW (441 PS)
Total Torque493 Nm
DriveAWD

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity82.0 kWh
Battery Useable75.0 kWh

Europe

Charge PortType 2
Port LocationLeft Side – Rear
Charge Power11 kW AC
Charge Time (0->360 km)8h15m
Charge Speed54 km/h
Fast-charge PortCCS
FC Port LocationLeft Side – Rear
Fast-charge Power (max)250 kW DC
Fast-charge Time (36->288 km)27 min
Fast-charge Speed670 km/h

Energy Consumption

EVDB Real Range

Range435 km
Vehicle Consumption172 Wh/km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent1.9 l/100km

WLTP Ratings (TEL)

Range542 km
Rated Consumption169 Wh/km
Vehicle Consumption138 Wh/km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km
Rated Fuel Equivalent1.9 l/100km
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent1.6 l/100km

WLTP Ratings (TEH)

Range533 km
Rated ConsumptionNo Data
Vehicle Consumption141 Wh/km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km
Rated Fuel EquivalentNo Data
Vehicle Fuel Equivalent1.6 l/100km

Real Energy Consumption Estimation

City – Cold Weather179 Wh/km
Highway – Cold Weather238 Wh/km
Combined – Cold Weather205 Wh/km
City – Mild Weather118 Wh/km
Highway – Mild Weather 185 Wh/km
Combined – Mild Weather149 Wh/km

Dimensions and Weight

Length4751 mm
Width1921 mm
Height1624 mm
Wheelbase2890 mm
Weight Unladen (EU)2054 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR)2619 kg
Max. Payload640 kg
Cargo Volume854 L
Cargo Volume Max2158 L
Cargo Volume Frunk117 L
Roof Load75 kg
Tow Hitch PossibleYes
Towing Weight Unbraked750 kg
Towing Weight Braked1600 kg
Vertical Load Max72 kg

Miscellaneous

Seats5 people
IsofixYes, 2 seats
Turning Circle12.1 m
PlatformTESLA 3/Y
Car BodySUV
SegmentJD – Large
Roof RailsNo
EV Dedicated PlatformYes

Features

Mechanical

  • Dual Motor: Fr AC Induction/Rr AC Permanent Magnet
  • Transmission: 1-Speed Automatic
  • 9.0 Axle Ratio
  • GVWR: 5,302 lbs
  • Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel
  • Towing Equipment -inc: Trailer Sway Control
  • 3 Skid Plates
  • Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
  • Front Anti-Roll Bar
  • Sport Tuned Suspension
  • Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
  • Double Wishbone Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
  • Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS
  • Front And Rear Vented Discs
  • Brake Assist
  • Hill Hold Control
  • Electric Parking Brake
  • Lithium Ion Traction Battery w/11.5 kW Onboard Charger
  • 10 Hrs Charge Time @ 220/240V and 75 kWh Capacity

Exterior

  • Wheels: 21″ x 9.5 Fr & 21″ x 10.5 Rr Uberturbine
  • Tires: 255/35R21 Front & 275/35R21 Rear
  • Clearcoat Paint
  • Fixed Laminated Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof
  • Body-Colored Front Bumper
  • Body-Colored Rear Bumper
  • Black Fender Flares
  • Black Side Windows Trim
  • Black Door Handles
  • Body-Colored Power 
  • Tilt Down Heated Auto Dimming Side Mirrors 
  • Power Folding
  • Fixed Rear Window 
  • Defroster
  • Light Tinted Glass
  • Variable Intermittent Wipers 
  • Heated Wiper Park
  • Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
  • Black Grille
  • Lip Spoiler
  • Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
  • Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included 
  • Power Door Locks
  • Auto On/Off Aero-Composite Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Auto High-Beam Headlamps 
  • Delay-Off
  • Front Fog Lamps
  • Perimeter/Approach Lights
  • LED Brakelights
  • Headlights-Automatic Highbeams
  • Laminated Glass

Entertainment

  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • MP3 Player (Optional)
  • Hard Disk Drive
  • WiFi Hotspot
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Regular Amplifier
  • Window Grid Antenna
  • 1 LCD Monitor In The Front
  • Real-Time Traffic Display

Interior

  • 5 Seat Interior -inc: 
    • power adjustable heated front seats
    • heated rear seats 
    • custom driver profiles
    • 2nd row w/adjustable seatbacks
    • fold-flat 2nd row for maximum cargo storage
    • electronic fold-flat releases in trunk
  • Front Seats w/Power 4-Way Driver Lumbar
  • Ventilated Front Seats
  • 8-Way Driver Seat -inc: Power 4-Way Lumbar Support
  • 8-Way Passenger Seat
  • 40-20-40 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Heated Manual Reclining Fold Forward Seatback Leatherette Rear Seat
  • Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
  • Gauges -inc: 
    • Speedometer
    • Odometer
    • Traction Battery Level
    • Power/Regen
    • Trip Odometer 
  • Trip Computer
  • Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
  • Mobile Hotspot Internet Access
  • Heated Leatherette Steering Wheel w/Auto Tilt-Away
  • Front Cupholder
  • Rear Cupholder
  • Compass
  • Proximity Key For Doors And Power On
  • Valet Function
  • Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter
  • 4 Door Curb/Courtesy and Illuminated Entry
  • Remote Releases -Inc:
    •  Power Cargo Access 
    • Power Charge Port Door
  • Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • Distance Pacing w/Traffic Stop-Go
  • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning w/Steering Wheel Controls
  • HVAC -inc: 
    • Underseat Ducts 
    • Console Ducts
  • Illuminated Locking Glove Box
  • Driver Foot Rest
  • Interior Trim -inc: 
    • Aluminum/Genuine Wood Instrument Panel Insert
    • Metal-Look Console Insert 
    • Metal-Look Interior Accents
  • Full Cloth Headliner
  • Simulated Suede Door Trim Insert
  • Premium Seat Trim
  • Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
  • Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors 
  • Driver And Passenger Illumination
  • Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror
  • Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
  • Front And Rear Map Lights
  • Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
  • Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
  • Carpet Floor Trim
  • Cargo Area Concealed Storage
  • Cargo Space Lights
  • Memory Settings -inc: Door Mirrors and Steering Wheel
  • FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access and Windows
  • Tracker System
  • Smart Device Integration
  • Instrument Panel Covered Bin
  • Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
  • Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
  • Delayed Accessory Power
  • Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
  • Systems Monitor
  • Trip Computer
  • Outside Temp Gauge
  • Digital Appearance
  • Fixed Front Head Restraints and Fixed Rear Head Restraints
  • Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest
  • 2 Seatback Storage Pockets
  • Engine Immobilizer
  • 1 12V DC Power Outlet
  • Air Filtration

Safety

  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • Side Impact Beams
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Front And Rear Parking Sensors
  • Blind Spot
  • Forward Collision Mitigation and Rear Collision Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Aerial View Camera System
  • Collision Mitigation-Front
  • Driver Monitoring-Alert
  • Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
  • Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
  • Airbag Occupancy Sensor
  • Driver And Passenger Knee Airbag
  • Restricted Driving Mode
  • Power Rear Child Safety Locks
  • Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc:
    • Rear Center 3 Point
    • Height Adjusters 
    • Pretensioners
  • Back-Up Camera
  • Front Camera
  • Left Side Camera
  • Right Side Camera