![]() While sales of the Tesla Model X still appear to be strong, it seems that many electric-car converts are seeing a lot of potential in the Model Y’s more limited crossover appeal.A decade ago, the Tesla Model S was MotorTrend’s Car of the Year and Consumer Reports hailed it as the best car it had ever tested. After all, not everyone wants a full-size SUV these days. The Tesla Model Y has followed suit, which puts the automaker in a great position to attract new EV buyers. In fact, in many ways it remains ahead of the game, with the ability to fold three rows of seats inside a fully-equipped SUV and continue to prove very popular with buyers. Tesla Model X vs Tesla Model Y: Outlookĭespite being around for years, the Tesla Model X still looks relevant and doesn’t feel dated at all. With the way Tesla is constantly updating its range, you can also see other features that currently only appear in the Model X will soon appear in the Model Y as well. Previously, this feature was only available on the Model X (and Model S), but it will now be a standard feature on all future Tesla vehicles. The car is also capable of towing 5,000 lbs, which should make it a great choice for those who spend a lot of time outdoors.īoth cars feature an impressive HEPA air filtration system that Tesla calls a ‘bioweapon defense mode’. The Long Range model has a capacity of 670 horsepower, can reach a top speed of 155 mph and accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 3.8 seconds. The Tesla Model X comes as a dual-engine, all-wheel-drive model, or with a more powerful three-motor Plaid powertrain to choose from if you want more power.Ĭonsidering its overall size the SUV is quite powerful. If you choose either Tesla model then you will be able to enjoy very good performance to an equal extent. Tesla Model X vs Tesla Model Y: Power and Performance If you’re going to be sitting in the car for long periods of time, the Model X will also serve as a sort of game console - allowing you to play select triple-A titles on the infotainment screen. ![]() The Model X also has a second touchscreen for rear-seat passengers. If you’re after infotainment, the Model X also trumps the Model Y with a 17-inch touchscreen that’s more impressive than the Model Y’s 15-inch screen. There’s also a USB port in the glovebox, along with a storage device bearing the Tesla logo to support the company’s trend of data-intensive driver support. Other relatively minor improvements, such as the silver accents on the steering wheel are barely noticeable, although the laminated window glass is a bit more substantial. Though relatively small, newer models are bringing in features like auto-dimming mirrors as seen in its Model 3 refresh. Tesla makes regular tweaks to its range, and although the Tesla Model Y is a new car model, it has also had some slight improvements recently. Tesla Model X vs Tesla Model Y: Design and interior Both cars are the hardest hit Teslas, but the automaker has managed to shorten your wait time for both cars to just a few months. As is the case with any Tesla in the range, you can also add lots of additional costs to your final order through a range of options.īoth cars have significant wait times, but Tesla seems to have caught up with the wait times. Right now, you’ll pay as little as $47,740 for the standard range model, $50,4390 for the Long Range, and $54,490 for the High Speed Performance option.īoth of these cars have a dual-engine four-wheel drive configuration. ![]() The Tesla Model Y is significantly cheaper than the Model X, although actual prices do fluctuate a bit today. ![]()
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