Comparison between:
- 2021 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD
- 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
- 2022 Tesla Model S Long Range
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD | 2022 Tesla Model S Long Range | |
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| Trim | Performance AWD | Long Range AWD | Long Range |
| Model year | 2021 | 2021 | 2022 |
| Market | North America | North America, Europe | North America, Europe |
| Price | USD 59,990 (USA, Nov 2020) | USD 49,990 (USA, Nov 2020) EUR 58,620 (DE, Nov 2020) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | Sedan |
| Materials | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Aluminium high-strength boron steel |
| Exterior colors | Deep Blue Metallic Midnight Silver Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat Solid Black | Deep Blue Metallic Midnight Silver Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat Solid Black | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Deep Blue Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White | Black Black and White | Black Black and White Cream |
| Number of doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 / 7 | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 187.0 in 4751 mm | 187.0 in 4751 mm | 196.0 in 4978 mm |
| Width | 75.6 in 1921 mm | 75.6 in 1921 mm | 77.3 in 1963 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 86.2 in 2189 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 77.9 in 1978 mm | 77.9 in 1978 mm | 78.2 in 1987 mm |
| Height | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 56.3 in 1431 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 116.5 in 2960 mm |
| Front track | 64.8 in 1646 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 65.4 in 1661 mm |
| Rear track | 64.2 in 1630 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 66.9 in 1699 mm |
| Clearance | 6.2 in 157 mm | 6.8 in 172 mm | - |
| Minimum clearance | - | - | 4.6 in 117 mm |
| Maximum clearance | - | - | 6.2 in 158 mm |
| Front headroom | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 39.7 in 1008 mm |
| Rear headroom | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 38.1 in 968 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 58.4 in 1484 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.1 in 1373 mm | 54.1 in 1373 mm | 55.1 in 1399 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.8 in 1367 mm | 53.8 in 1367 mm | 55.1 in 1399 mm |
| Rear hip room | 50.6 in 1286 mm | 50.6 in 1286 mm | 54.8 in 1393 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 42.4 in 1077 mm |
| Rear legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 35.5 in 901 mm |
| Trunk volume | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 | 709.0 l 25.04 ft3 0.71 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 | 1739.0 l 61.41 ft3 1.74 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 | 89.0 l 3.14 ft3 0.09 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4398.22 lb 1995 kg | 4362.95 lb 1979 kg | 4883.24 lb 2215 kg |
| Payload | - | - | 1056.01 lb 479 kg |
| GVWR | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg | 5939.25 lb 2694 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 Cd | 0.23 Cd | 0.208 Cd |
| Additional information | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats | Overhang front / rear - 961 / 1100 mm |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Tesla | Tesla |
| Model | DU Cat 1 3D1 | DU Cat 1 3D5 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | 335 V | - |
| Power | 235 kW 315.1 hp 319.5 ps | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | 5075 rpm | - | - |
| Torque | 420 Nm 42.8 kgm 309.8 ft-lb | - | - |
| Maximum torque RPM | 325 - 4800 rpm | - | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive | Total system power - 493 kW / 670 hp A permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Tesla | Tesla |
| Model | 3D3 | 3D3 | - |
| Motor type | AC induction/asynchronous | AC induction/asynchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location | Front | Front | Front |
| Power | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps | - |
| Maximum power RPM | 8275 rpm | 8275 rpm | - |
| Torque | 163 Nm 16.6 kgm 120.2 ft-lb | 163 Nm 16.6 kgm 120.2 ft-lb | - |
| Maximum torque RPM | 125 - 6375 rpm | 125 - 6375 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional features | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | A permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h | 134.8 mph 217.0 km/h | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 3.70 s | 5.10 s | 3.80 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 3.50 s | 4.80 s | 3.10 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA: 303.0 mi / 487.6 km WLTP: 298.3 mi / 480.0 km | EPA: 326.0 mi / 524.6 km WLTP: 313.8 mi / 505.0 km | EPA: 409.0 mi / 658.2 km WLTP: 405.1 mi / 652.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 106 MPGe EPA, CMB: 111 MPGe EPA, CTY: 115 MPGe | EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 117 MPGe EPA, CMB: 125 MPGe EPA, CTY: 131 MPGe | EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 113 MPGe EPA, CMB: 116 MPGe EPA, CTY: 119 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | A+ | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 12.3 m 40.35 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2 | 2 | 2.33 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.1 | 9.1 | 9.01 |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | - | - | 7.51 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent Lower suspension Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Adaptive Damper Double wishbone Air springs Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Lower suspension Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Adaptive damper Air springs Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | Performance brakes Rotor diameter front / rear - 355 / 335 mm Fotor thickness front / rear - 27 / 22 mm Brake pad thickness front / rear - 10 / 9 mm | Rotor diameter front / rear - 355 / 335 mm Fotor thickness front / rear - 25 / 20 mm Brake pad thickness front / rear - 10 / 9 mm | Front brakes: Aluminium 4 piston fixed calliper with 355 mm x 32 mm ventilated rotor Rear brakes: Aluminium 4 piston fixed calliper with 365 mm x 28 mm ventilated rotor |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 | 9.5Jx20 ET45 9.5Jx19 ET45 | 8Jx19 ET40 8.5Jx21 ET40 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 255/35R21 275/35R21 | 255/40R20 255/45R19 | 245/35R21 96Y 245/45R19 98V 265/35R21 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Tesla and Panasonic | Panasonic; LG Chem | Panasonic |
| Model | NCR21700A | NCR21700A; NMC 21700L | NCR18650A |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 82.1 kWh | 82.1 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Number of cells | - | - | 8256 |
| Number of modules | 4 | - | 16 |
| Voltage | 360 V | 360 V | 400 V |
| Energy density | 260 Wh/kg | 260 Wh/kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation Heat pipe | Water-based coolant circulation Heat pipe | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F | -30 °C -22 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F | 60 °C 140 °F |
| Additional information | USA battery code - BT42 (Panasonic 2170L (E3LD)) | USA battery code - BT42 (Panasonic 2170L (E3LD)) European battery code - BT43 (LG Chem 2170L NCM) with 79 kWh | - |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC charging, 11.1 kW DC Charging, 250 kW | AC charging, 11 kW AC charging, 11.5 kW DC charging, 250 kW DC charging, 250 kW | SAE J1772 Adapter, 5.76 kW Wall Connector, 11.5 kW Supercharger, 150 kW Supercharger, 200 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Onboard charger, Tesla, 11.5 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW Onboard charger, Tesla, 11.5 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2, 11.5 kW Onboard charger, Tesla, 11.5 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC Charging, 0:16-0:20 AC charging, 6:00-7:28 | DC Charging, 0:16-0:20 AC charging, 6:00-7:28 | Supercharger 250 kW, 0:20 Supercharger 150 kW, 0:35 SAE J1772 Adapter, 5:13-17:22 Wall Connector, 8:42 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Aluminium alloy pedal (S) Tow hitch (O) 360-degree parking camera (O) Advanced collision avoidance (S) Automatic driving on city streets (O) Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) BLIS with steer assist (S) Collapsable steering column (S) Collision avoidance braking and steering (S) Cross traffic alert (S) Driver alert (S) Driver assist (S) Driver knee airbag (S) Dual-stage driver airbag (S) Dual-stage passenger airbag with active ventilation (S) Energy-absorbin interior (S) Evasive manoeuvre assist (S) Far side airbags (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (S) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front seat belts with electrical pre-cash tensioner (S) Front seat belts with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) High-Speed autosteer (S) Inflatable curtains (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (S) Navigate on Autopilot (O) Outer rear seats with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) Pilot Assist (S) Rear collision warning/mitigation (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (S) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Road sign info (S) Side airbags (S) Side impact protection (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (S) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (S) Whiplash injury protection (S) 15-inch touch dispaly (S) 2 x amps (S) Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones (S) In-car internet streaming music & media (S) Location aware automatic garage door opener (S) Music and media over Bluetooth (S) Satellite-view maps with live traffic visualization and navigation (S) 14 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) 12-way power adjustable front and rear seats (S) Heated front and rear seats (S) Three independently folding 2nd row seats (S) Carbon fiber spoiler (S) Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (S) Auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors (S) LED fog lamps (S) | Tow Hitch (O) 360-degree parking camera (O) Advanced collision avoidance (S) Automatic driving on city streets (O) Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) BLIS with steer assist (S) Collapsable steering column (S) Collision avoidance braking and steering (S) Cross traffic alert (S) Driver alert (S) Driver assist (S) Driver knee airbag (S) Dual-stage driver airbag (S) Dual-stage passenger airbag with active ventilation (S) Energy-absorbin interior (S) Evasive manoeuvre assist (S) Far side airbags (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (S) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front seat belts with electrical pre-cash tensioner (S) Front seat belts with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) High-Speed autosteer (S) Inflatable curtains (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (S) Navigate on Autopilot (O) Outer rear seats with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) Pilot Assist (S) Rear collision warning/mitigation (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (S) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Road sign info (S) Side airbags (S) Side impact protection (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (S) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (S) Whiplash injury protection (S) 15-inch touch dispaly (S) 2 x amps (S) Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones (S) In-car internet streaming music & media (S) Location aware automatic garage door opener (S) Music and media over Bluetooth (S) Satellite-view maps with live traffic visualization and navigation (S) 14 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) 12-way power adjustable front and rear seats (S) Heated front and rear seats (S) Three independently folding 2nd row seats (S) Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (S) Auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors (S) LED fog lamps (S) | 2 x activated carbon air purification filters (S) Automatic keyless entry (S) Carbon fibre spoiler (O) Center armrest with two cup holders (S) Front sun visors with mirrors (S) Fully trimmed frunk and rear cargo area with keyless open (S) Glove compartment (S) HEPA filter system with Bioweapon Defense Mode (S) Integrated Center Console (O) Micro-filter ventilation system with replaceable filters (S) Open center console storage area (S) Parcel shelf (S) Red Brake Calipers (O) 3-point front seats safety belts with pretentioners, load limiters, lap anchor pretensioners (S) 3-point second row safety belts for all seats (S) 360-degree parking camera (O) 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) (S) Advanced side curtain air bags (S) Anti-theft alarm and immobilizer system (S) Automatic driving on city streets (O) Automatic emergency braking (S) Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) Cabin-facing camera (S) Crash sensor for high voltage disconnect (S) Driver and front passenger knee air bags (S) Driver and front passenger seat sensors (S) Driver and front passenger seat side air bags (S) Driver and passenger front air bags (S) Driver seat position sensor (S) Electronic Brake Force Distribution (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (S) Forward looking radar hidden near the Tesla front logo (S) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front collision warning (S) Front row acoustic safety belt warning (S) High-Speed autosteer (S) Integrated Advanced Stability Control (S) Interior, emergency manual release mechanism for all doors, frunk and rear cargo area (S) Lane depart sensors (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (S) Navigate on Autopilot (O) Occupants sensor (S) Rear door child safety locks (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (S) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Rollover crash sensor (S) Side collision warning (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Three second row LATCH attchments (S) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (S) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (S) 22 x -speaker, 960-watt audio system (S) 12V power outlet (S) 17-inch capacitive touchscreen with a resolution of 2200 x 1300 px (S) 8-inch display for rear passengers (S) AM/FM/HD radio (S) Bluetooth (S) Dual-front USB ports (S) Flash memory storage (S) High-definition back-up camera (O) Homelink with auto open/close of garage door/gate (S) Maps and Navigation with real-time traffic updates (S) Satellite radio (S) Standard-definition back-up camera (S) Streaming audio (S) Wi-Fi ready (S) Wireless connectivity (capability) (O) Wireless phone charger (S) Automatic tri-zone climate control (S) 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback (S) Built-in rear-facing child seats (O) Driver seat detection sensor for start-stop functionality (S) Heated 12-way power front seats with four-way power lumbar (S) Heated front and rear seats (S) Ventilated front seats (S) Heated stearing wheel (S) Yoke steering wheel (S) Active panoramic roof (O) Auto present door handles (S) Black or body coloured aluminum roof (S) Flush-mounted door handles (S) Frameless, tempered safety glass front windows (S) Heated windshield (S) Lighted door handles (S) Manual rear liftgate (S) Metal interior door handles (S) Power rear liftgate (S) Power windows with one-touch up/down (S) Rain-sensing, adjustable-speed windshield wipers (S) Solar-absorbing, laminated safety glass rear window with defroster (S) Solid tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (O) UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (S) Washer nozzle heaters (S) Windscreen wiper/de-icer (S) Auto-dimming mirrors (S) Power-folding and heated side mirrors (S) 3-position LED turning headlights (S) Automatic high/low beam headlights (S) Bi-functional automatic halogen headlights (S) Bi-functional high intensity Xenon headlamps (O) Convenienve lighting (S) Fascia-mounted rear reflex reflectors (S) Feature backlit, turn side-repeator lamps (S) Front LED map lights (S) High-mounted LED stop lamp (S) LED ambient interior lighting (S) LED cornering lights (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED front and rear side-marker lights (S) LED front fog lamps (S) LED rear taillights (S) Liftgate mounted LED tail and LED back up lamps (S) Park lights (S) Steering-activated LED cornering lights (O) Carbon fibre accents (O) Cloth and synthetic leather materials (S) Dark ash wood decor (S) Figured ash wood decor (O) Piano black decor accents (S) Vegan interior with Premium Seats (O) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power | Enters European market in Q3 of 2021 MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power | MCUZ / MCU3 - Custom AMD Ryzen YE180FC3T4MFG - Quad-core CPU with 512KB L2 cache per core and 4MB L3 cache - AMD Navi23 GPU (215-130000026) - 8/16GB DDR4 - 8GB GDDR6 - 256GB SSD - 10 teraflops processing power - LG Innotek ATC5CPC001 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module - Quectel AG525R-GL cell modem - SPC5748GSMMJ6 gateway - ADSP-SC587W SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 1 - AD21584 SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 2 - Realtek RTL9068ABD Ethernet switch 16V Li-Ion auxiliary battery - often mislabeled as 12V - made by CATL - Self-protection mode - Battery management system - LIN data communication - Four NMC pouch cells - 15.5 - 15.8 operating voltage - 6.9 - 7.5 Ah - 99 Wh - 3.7 V nominal - more than 2000 cycles - 1.8 kg / 3.97 lbs |
| 2021 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD | 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD | 2022 Tesla Model S Long Range |