
The Tesla Model Y SUV has been a popular choice on American roads for five years now, known for its spacious interior and excellent driving range. Built on the same platform as the Tesla Model 3 sedan, the Model Y offers more cargo space and an optional third row of seats, making it a practical option for families. A 2025 update is expected to make it even more appealing, with upgrades aimed at improving the experience for both drivers and passengers. These changes will help the Model Y better compete with other electric crossovers in its price range, like the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, and Volkswagen ID.4. Like other Teslas, the Model Y relies heavily on a touchscreen interface, which some drivers enjoy, while others might find it a bit annoying. Still, the Model Y’s standout features—like fast charging, impressive acceleration (especially in the Performance model), and a range of over 300 miles on a single charge—make it a strong contender in the electric vehicle market.

Technical data
Full specifications
Figures are manufacturer claims or published specifications. “Not published” means the detail was not available in the verified source used for this article.
| Launch | Status | Marketed in India; confirm current city availability |
|---|---|---|
| Base price | ₹50.89–61.99 lakh | |
| Information checked | 24 January 2025 | |
| Performance | Power | Not disclosed by Tesla |
| Torque | Not published | |
| Acceleration | Not published | |
| Max speed | Not published | |
| Transmission | Single-speed electric drive | |
| Battery & charging | Capacity | Not disclosed by Tesla |
| Battery technology | Not published | |
| Certified or claimed range | 500 km / 681 km WLTP | |
| Energy consumption | Not published | |
| Regenerative braking | Not published | |
| AC / home charging | Adds up to 238–288 km in 15 min | |
| DC fast charging | Not published | |
| Body & chassis | Type | Passenger electric car |
| Platform / frame | Not published | |
| Dimensions | Not published | |
| Wheelbase | 3040 mm | |
| Ground clearance | 167 mm | |
| Kerb weight | Not published | |
| Suspension | Not published | |
| Wheels and tyres | Not published | |
| Storage / boot | Not published | |
| Seating | 5 or 6 seats | |
| Displays & connectivity | Main display | Not published |
| Driver display | Not published | |
| Navigation and connectivity | Not published | |
| Comfort & safety | Seats | 5 or 6 seats |
| Parking / reverse aids | Not published | |
| Brakes and rider aids | Not published | |
| Airbags | 6 airbags | |
| Crash-test rating | Not published |
Sources: Manufacturer information ↗ · Detailed specification reference ↗