ElectricCrossoverUpdated

Tesla Model Y

The global reference point for electric family crossovers, with a large charging network and unusually efficient packaging.

Also sold as Model Y Juniper.

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Official range

up to622 kmWLTP

Rapid charging

up to250 kW

Manufacturer claims vary by version

Drawn from the manufacturer figures below. Scale shared with every electric car in the file.

Official range

up to622 kmWLTP

Market or version specific

Battery

Not officially disclosed

Local check needed

Rapid charging

up to250 kW

Market or version specific

Efficiency

from13.9 kWh/100 km

Market or version specific

Is the Tesla Model Y worth considering?

Our view. A highly efficient all-rounder. Its strongest case is ease of long-distance charging, while ride, controls, pricing, and equipment vary by market.

How far can it go?

The published reference is Up to 622 km (WLTP, version dependent). Compare it only with figures from the same test cycle.

Against other electric cars in the file, on a 0–800 km scale

Tesla Model Y Up to 622 km
BYD Seal 460–570 km
BYD Atto 3 Up to 420 km
BYD Dolphin Surf 220–322 km
MG MG4 EV Up to 530 km
Kia EV3 Up to 605 km
Hyundai Ioniq 5 Up to 570 km
Volkswagen ID.4 Up to 571 km
Tesla Model 3 Up to 750 km

Speed, temperature, wind, elevation, tyres, load and cabin heating or cooling all change real-world range. How EPA, WLTP and CLTC differ.

How quickly does it charge?

The highest published DC figure is Up to 250 kW. Manufacturer claims vary by version. A peak rate is reached briefly; the average across a session is lower.

Home charging time depends on the energy added, the car’s AC limit, the charger and the supply. Estimate a session with this car’s battery.

What to check before buying

Who is it for?: Drivers with dependable charging who want an electric daily car.
What needs checking?: Range, charging speed, and equipment can change by version and market.
What is the evidence?: 1 cited source, with range cycles and regional variations kept visible.

Evidence record

4 figures, each linked to where it starts. A published value is not automatically the right value for every trim or country.

Figure	Value	Condition	Source
Official range	Up to 622 km	Market or version specific WLTP, version dependent	Official manufacturer overview Checked 28 July 2026
Battery	Not officially disclosed	Local check needed Capacity and availability can change by version	Official manufacturer overview Checked 28 July 2026
Rapid charging	Up to 250 kW	Market or version specific Manufacturer claims vary by version	Official manufacturer overview Checked 28 July 2026
Efficiency	From 13.9 kWh/100 km	Market or version specific Official figure; testing standard can differ by market	Official manufacturer overview Checked 28 July 2026