Tesla Model Y

The 2026 Model Y starts at $39,990 for the Standard RWD and $41,990 for Standard AWD. Premium RWD is $45,990 and Premium AWD $49,990 after Tesla's May 18, 2026 $1,000 increase. The Performance AWD tops the line at $57,990 (up $500). All figures are MSRP and exclude a roughly $1,390 destination and order fee; federal or state incentives, if you qualify, can lower the effective price further.

EPA-estimated range spans 294 to 357 miles. Premium RWD leads at 357 miles, followed by Premium AWD at 327, Standard RWD at 321, Performance at 306, and Standard AWD at 294. Independent testing has been strong — Edmunds measured 337 miles on the Standard, beating its EPA rating. Expect a 20-30% drop in deep cold, so budget closer to 240 miles in a hard winter even on the longer-range trims.

Tesla's claimed 0-60 mph times are 5.9 seconds for Standard RWD, 4.6 seconds for both Standard AWD and Premium AWD, 5.4 seconds for Premium RWD, and 3.3 seconds for the Performance. These are manufacturer claims and typically include rollout; instrumented tests of past Teslas have landed within a tenth or two. The Performance's 3.3-second claim makes it one of the quickest vehicles in the compact-SUV class, pending independent verification.

A 10-80% DC fast charge takes roughly 25-35 minutes depending on trim and battery. Premium and Performance peak around 250 kW; Standard peaks near 225 kW. Tesla advertises up to about 182 miles added in 15 minutes on the Premium RWD and around 144 miles on the Performance. Because every Model Y uses a native NACS port, you can pull straight into a Tesla Supercharger with no adapter for the fastest, most reliable sessions.

Output ranges from about 295 hp on the single-motor Standard RWD to a Tesla-limited figure near 460 hp on the dual-motor Performance. Third-party spec databases list the Premium (Long Range) AWD around 346 hp and the Premium RWD near 450 hp on some markets' figures. Tesla does not publish a single official horsepower number for every U.S. trim, so treat these as best-available third-party estimates; acceleration times are the more reliable performance comparison.

The Model Y is about 188.6 inches long, 75.6 inches wide, and 63.9 inches tall on a 113.8-inch wheelbase. It seats five, with an optional third row (seven seats) on some configurations. Cargo measures roughly 30 cubic feet behind the second row, up to about 76 cubic feet with the rear seats folded, plus a 4.1-cubic-foot front trunk. The flat floor and deep underfloor bin make it one of the most usable layouts in its class.

It has a native NACS (North American Charging Standard / SAE J3400) port built in, like all Teslas, so it plugs directly into Tesla Superchargers with no adapter. You only need an adapter the other direction: Tesla's CCS Combo adapter lets it use older CCS1 DC fast chargers, and a J1772-to-NACS adapter (included) covers most public Level 2 stations. Home Level 2 charging uses the same NACS port at up to 11.5 kW.

Edmunds called a 2026 Model Y vs. Ioniq 5 matchup a 'dead heat.' The Ioniq 5's 800V architecture peaks near 350 kW and charges 10-80% in about 18 minutes — clearly faster than the Model Y's roughly 250 kW. The Model Y counters with the seamless Supercharger network, stronger resale value, and continuous software updates. Choose the Ioniq 5 if charging speed and interior space matter most; choose the Model Y for charging convenience and long-term value.

Yes — as of July 2, 2026, Tesla sells the Model Y L in the US: a long-wheelbase Model Y stretched about 7 inches with a 2+2+2 six-seat layout (second-row captain's chairs and a usable third row, unlike the old 7-seat jump-seat option). It launched as a $61,990 Launch Series with 325 miles of EPA range, 4.4-second 0-60, and a year of FSD and Supercharging included; first deliveries begin September 2026. Built at Giga Texas.

The Model Y L is a longer, six-seat version of the Model Y that Tesla began selling in the US on July 2, 2026. It adds 5.9 inches of wheelbase and about 7 inches of overall length over the standard Model Y and swaps the five-seat interior for a 2+2+2 six-seat layout with second-row captain's chairs and a usable, heated third row. The launch trim is a fully loaded $61,990 Launch Series with all-wheel drive, an EPA-estimated 325 miles of range, and a claimed 4.4-second 0-60. It's built at Giga Texas, with first deliveries expected around September 2026.

Packaging and comfort. The seven-seat Model Y (offered as a Premium AWD at $49,990) crams a third row into the standard-length body, leaving a tight rear bench best suited to kids. The Model Y L instead stretches the car about 7 inches longer and seats six in a 2+2+2 layout — two second-row captain's chairs plus a heated, power-reclining third row adults can actually use. It starts higher, at $61,990 for the Launch Series, and is rated 325 miles EPA versus 327 for the seven-seat Premium AWD. Choose the L for genuine third-row room; the seven-seater to save money.

Yes — the Tesla Model Y is offered in both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations. RWD trims are typically less expensive and slightly more efficient; AWD trims add a second motor for better traction in snow/rain and faster acceleration.

Seating varies by trim: the Tesla Model Y configures for 5 to 7 passengers. Three-row configurations add a rear bench that's best for kids or short-trip use by adults — legroom is tight on long drives.

No. The federal Clean Vehicle Credit (IRC §30D) expired on September 30, 2025 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act — no new EVs purchased on or after October 1, 2025 qualify. State incentives remain available: see our /deals page for current rebates in California, Maine, Colorado, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and other states. The Section 30C EV Charger Tax Credit (for home charger installation) expired June 30, 2026 — if your charger was placed in service on or before that date, you can still claim it (30% up to $1,000) on your 2026 return via IRS Form 8911.

Real-world data from EV fleets suggests modern lithium-ion EV batteries (2020+) retain roughly 85–90% of their original capacity at 100,000 miles and 80–85% at 200,000 miles — comfortably above the 70% State-of-Health threshold most manufacturer battery warranties guarantee. The Tesla Model Y comes with a battery warranty (typically 8–10 years / 100,000+ miles) that covers defects and excessive capacity loss during that window.