Tesla Model Y Long Range
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Model Y Long Range AWD - Practical SUV Range Calculator
The Model Y Long Range achieves 533 km WLTP using the same 75 kWh battery as Model 3 but with dual motors (258 kW combined vs 264 kW single) and AWD standard. Our calculator uses data from 65,000+ Model Y owners showing 16.8 kWh/100km average versus Model 3's 14.1 kWh/100km - the 173 kg extra weight (2,003 kg vs 1,830 kg) and 0.23 Cd versus 0.219 Cd reduce efficiency 19%. InsideEVs 70 mph test achieved 280 miles (451 km) - 77% of WLTP versus Model 3's 81%.
Model Y AWD Winter Capability - Colorado Testing Data
AAA winter testing in Colorado achieved 347 km at -7°C (20°F) - 65% of EPA rating versus Model 3's 70%. The dual-motor AWD adds parasitic losses even when not engaging both motors, consuming extra 1.2 kWh/100km versus RWD. However, Model Y excels in actual snow driving - 167 mm clearance handles 20 cm snow depth versus Model 3's 140 mm struggling at 15 cm. With 89,000+ Model Y sales in Norway, it's proven for Nordic winters.
TeslaBjørn Model Y winter test showed 360 km at -15°C (68% WLTP) versus Model 3's 383 km despite same battery - the AWD and weight penalty is 6% even in identical conditions. City winter driving achieves 420 km (79%) thanks to more regen opportunities. Below -20°C, AWD efficiency drops to 62% WLTP as both motors heat independently consuming 1.8 kW combined.
Winter Tips:
- ❄️ Slip Start feature in snow mode limits rear motor torque to prevent wheelspin - saves energy versus full AWD engagement
- ❄️ Precondition to 22°C via app draws 4.2 kW but AWD thermal mass requires 5-8 minutes longer than Model 3
- ❄️ Winter tire package Michelin X-Ice Snow 255/45R19 adds 10% consumption but essential for AWD capability
- ❄️ AWD engages front motor automatically when rear slip detected - typically 5-15% of drive time in snow
- ❄️ Tow Mode disables regenerative braking when towing trailers in winter - prevents battery cold-limiting
- ❄️ Chill Mode + Range Mode combination limits AWD engagement to 3% saving 8 km range in dry winter conditions
Winter Features:
- Dual motor AWD with torque vectoring - up to 100% rear / 40% front split dynamically
- Same octovalve heat pump as Model 3 but larger cabin volume (2,100L vs 1,900L) requires 12% more HVAC energy
- All-season air suspension option (not available Model 3) can raise clearance to 175 mm for deep snow
- Ski mode holds 20°C cabin temp for up to 12 hours when parked - uses 800-1,200 Wh per hour
- Third row seats improve winter insulation by reducing cabin volume 5% when raised and unused
Model Y Real-World Range - Why 96 km Less Than Model 3
Model Y achieves 451 km at 70 mph (InsideEVs test) versus Model 3's 533 km with identical 75 kWh battery - losing 82 km or 15% to physics. Edmunds testing recorded 109 MPGe (21.6 kWh/100km equivalent) versus Model 3's 128 MPGe (18.4 kWh/100km) - exactly matching the 17% weight penalty. TeslaMate data from 12,000+ Model Y owners shows 460 km median mixed range at 20°C versus Model 3's 567 km. Highway 130 km/h sustained yields 385 km Model Y versus 445 km Model 3.
Car and Driver 75 mph highway loop achieved 270 miles (434 km) versus EPA 310 miles - 81% achievement rate. Comparing direct tests same day same route: Model Y consumed 19.2 kWh/100km where Model 3 used 16.1 kWh/100km. The SUV form factor costs exactly 3.1 kWh/100km or 48 km range. UK What Car? real-world test achieved 275 miles (442 km) mixed driving - 83% of WLTP.
Four factors explain Model Y's efficiency gap versus Model 3: 173 kg weight (2,003 vs 1,830 kg) increases acceleration energy 9%, 0.23 vs 0.219 Cd plus 2.39 m² vs 2.22 m² frontal area increases highway drag 13%, AWD parasitic drivetrain losses add 1.2 kWh/100km even without front motor engagement, and larger cabin volume requires 12% more HVAC energy in extreme temperatures. Despite penalties, Model Y matches or beats Audi Q4 e-tron, BMW iX3, and Mercedes EQB efficiency.
Achieving 500+ km Real Range in Model Y AWD
- Chill Mode + Range Mode combination prevents AWD front motor engagement except when slip detected - saves 12-15 km
- 19-inch Gemini wheels with aero covers reduce drag 4% versus 20-inch Induction wheels - adds 25 km highway range
- Maintain 42 PSI (2.9 bar) cold pressure on all four tires - AWD distributes weight more evenly than RWD Model 3
- Remove crossbars and roof rails completely if never used - creates 1.2 kWh/100km penalty at highway speeds
- One-pedal driving with Standard regen recovers more energy in AWD due to dual motor regen - up to 25% energy return city driving
- Trip Planner via Superchargers preconditions battery and optimizes AWD thermal management - manual nav doesn't
Model Y Charging - Slightly Slower Than Model 3 Due to Weight
- Supercharger V3 peaks 250 kW but Model Y averages 170 kW (10-50%) versus Model 3's 175 kW due to 173 kg extra mass
- Preconditioning for Model Y requires 30-40 minutes versus Model 3's 25-35 minutes to reach 40°C optimal temperature
- Home charging at 11 kW fills 10-90% in 5.5 hours identical to Model 3 - same 75 kWh battery capacity
- LFP chemistry allows 100% daily charging - Tesla recommends weekly 100% charge for battery calibration
- AWD thermal management draws extra 300W during DC charging to cool both motors - adds 2-3 minutes to session
- Charging curve holds 200+ kW longer when arriving with 5-8% SoC versus arriving at 12-15% SoC
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