Since its debut in 2019, the Tesla Model Y has become one of the best-selling vehicles worldwide. The company reached the milestone of 500,000 units sold for this model in just two years, and this year, it is expected to sell around 800,000 units. But what makes this electric car so popular?
This all-electric compact crossover is one of Tesla’s most ambitious projects. It is a more affordable alternative to the Model X SUV, sharing the same platform as the company’s cheapest car – the Model 3. Designed with safety in mind, it features a low center of gravity, a rigid body structure, and large crumple zones. The family electric vehicle (EV) received a 5-star safety rating and was awarded the IIHS Top Safety Pick+.
PERFORMANCE VS LONG RANGE
The manufacturer offers two versions for this model: the current standard Long Range version and the Performance version.
RANGE AND CAPACITY:
With the Tesla Model Y Long Range, you can travel up to 330 miles on a single charge. The Model Y Performance has a slightly lower range of 303 miles (EPA).
HORSEPOWER:
However, the Performance version sacrifices range for power and speed, offering 456 hp (comb) compared to the Long Range version’s 384 hp (comb).
DRIVE:
Both versions are equipped with dual-motor all-wheel drive, which includes independent electric motors to digitally control torque at the front and rear of the vehicle, thereby improving traction and stability control. They are powered by a 75 kWh battery.
ACCELERATION AND SPEED:
A Long Range car can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.8 seconds with a top speed of 135 mph. The Tesla Performance version significantly outperforms this, accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in about 3.5 seconds with an impressive top speed of 155 mph.
STANDARD TESLA MODEL Y DIMENSIONS
