Comparison between:
- 2026 Tesla Model Y L
- 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
- 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2026 Tesla Model Y L | 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD | 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD | |
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| Model alias | Model YL | Juniper | Model 3 LR AWD |
| Trim | L | Long Range AWD | Long Range AWD |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 | 2021 |
| Market | China | North America | North America |
| Price | China 339,000 (CNY, Aug 2025) | USD 41,490 (USA, May 2025) | - |
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 | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Starry Sky Gray Pearl White Glacier Blue Car Star Diamond Black Flame Red Starlight Gold | Stealth Grey Pearl White Multi-Coat Diamond Black Glacier Blue Quicksilver Ultra Red | Solid Black Midnight Silver Metallic Red Multi-Coat Pearl White Multi Coat Deep Blue Metallic |
| Interior colors | Dark Premium | Black White | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 6 | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 195.9 in 4976 mm | 188.6 in 4790 mm | 184.8 in 4694 mm |
| Width | 75.6 in 1920 mm | 75.6 in 1920 mm | 72.8 in 1849 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 82.2 in 2088 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 78.0 in 1982 mm | 78.0 in 1982 mm | 76.1 in 1933 mm |
| Height | 65.7 in 1668 mm | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 56.8 in 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 119.7 in 3040 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 113.2 in 2875 mm |
| Front track | 65.2 in 1656 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Rear track | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 62.2 in 1580 mm |
| Front overhang | - | 35.0 in 889 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | - | 39.8 in 1011 mm | - |
| Clearance | 6.7 in 169 mm | 6.6 in 167 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm |
| Minimum clearance | - | 5.4 in 138 mm | - |
| Maximum clearance | - | 6.6 in 167 mm | - |
| Front headroom | - | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 40.3 in 1024 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 37.7 in 958 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 17.0 in 433 mm | 56.3 in 1430 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 53.2 in 1351 mm | 54.0 in 1372 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 54.0 in 1371 mm | 53.4 in 1356 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 50.5 in 1283 mm | 52.4 in 1331 mm |
| Front legroom | - | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 42.7 in 1085 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 35.2 in 894 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | - | 2746.7 l 97.00 ft3 2.75 m3 |
| Trunk volume | - | 822.0 l 29.03 ft3 0.82 m3 | 340.0 l 12.01 ft3 0.34 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 2539.0 l 89.66 ft3 2.54 m3 | 2022.0 l 71.41 ft3 2.02 m3 | - |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 116.0 l 4.10 ft3 0.12 m3 | 84.8 l 2.99 ft3 0.08 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4603.25 lb 2088 kg | 4396.02 lb 1994 kg | 4250.51 lb 1928 kg |
| Payload | - | - | 822.32 lb 373 kg |
| GVWR | - | - | 5072.84 lb 2301 kg |
| Towing capacity | - | 3500.94 lb 1588 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.216 Cd | 0.22 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Tesla | Tesla |
| Model | 3D7 | 3D7 | 3D7 |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | 320 V | 320 V |
| Power | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps | 194 kW 260.2 hp 263.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 5000 rpm | 5400 rpm | 5400 rpm |
| Torque | 340 Nm 34.7 kgm 250.8 ft-lb | 340 Nm 34.7 kgm 250.8 ft-lb | 340 Nm 34.7 kgm 250.8 ft-lb |
| 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 | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive A switch from 3D5 to hairpin windings on the motors - Drive Unit Cat 3 3D7 Mixed usage of old and new motors in 2021 with the same power - 3D5 and 3D7 |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Tesla | Tesla |
| Model | 3D3 | 3D3 | 3D3 |
| Motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | Front | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 320 V | 320 V | 320 V |
| Power | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | 138 kW 185.1 hp 187.6 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 6380 rpm | 6380 rpm | 6380 rpm |
| Torque | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Additional features | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 331 kW 443.9 hp 450.0 ps | 331 kW 443.9 hp 450.0 ps | 332 kW 445.2 hp 451.4 ps |
| Total system torque | 493 Nm 50.3 kgm 363.6 ft-lb | 559 Nm 57.0 kgm 412.3 ft-lb | 659 Nm 67.2 kgm 486.1 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h | 144.8 mph 233.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 4.50 s | 4.80 s | 4.40 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | 4.60 s | 4.20 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | CLTC, CMB: 466.6 mi / 751.0 km | EPA, CMB: 311.0 mi / 500.5 km WLTP, CMB: 352.9 mi / 568.0 km WLTP, CMB: 364.1 mi / 586.0 km | EPA, CMB: 352.9 mi / 568.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | CLTC, CMB: 12.8 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 123 MPGe EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 117 MPGe EPA, HWY: 111 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 15.3 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 141 MPGe EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 134 MPGe EPA, HWY: 127 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | 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 | 11.6 m 38.06 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2.4 | 2 |
| Additional information | Speed-sensitive steering | Speed sensitive steering | - |
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 | 9.04 |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | - | - | 9.04 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Independent 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 Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers |
| Additional information | Second-generation suspension system Continuous Variable Damping | - | - |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.0 in 355 mm | 14.0 in 355 mm | 12.6 in 320 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm | 1.0 in 25 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm | 0.8 in 20 mm |
| Additional information | 4-wheel ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution Integrated Advanced Stability Control Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking system | 4-wheel ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution Integrated Advanced Stability Control Electronic Accelerator pedal actuated regenerative braking system | Electrically actuated parking brake integrated into the rear calliper |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9.5Jx19 ET45 | 9.5Jx19 ET45 9.5Jx20 ET45 | 8.5Jx18 ET40 8.5Jx19 ET40 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 255/45R19 | 255/45R19 255/40R20 | 235/45R18 235/40R19 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 82 kWh | 78.4 kWh | 82.1 kWh |
| Manufacturer | LG Energy Solution | Panasonic | Tesla and Panasonic |
| Model | - | NCR21700A | NCR21700A |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | NCA | NCA |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) |
| Anode materials | Graphite | Graphite | Graphite |
| Number of cells | 96 | - | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 2.5 V | 3 V | 3 V |
| Battery voltage | 357 V | 345 V | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | - | 260 Wh/kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| 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 | Net capacity - 79 kWh | US MY Juniper - Panasonic 2170 NCA battery Europe MY Juniper - LG 4680 V2 NMC955 battery Warranty - 8 years or 120 000 mi (193 121 km) Battery (low voltage) - 15.5V Battery rating (low voltage) - 6.9 Ah | The battery is automatically cooled when at 48°C or above and heated when at -7.5°C or below. USA battery code - BT37 (Panasonic 2170C) in Q1 USA battery code - BT42 (Panasonic 2170L (E3LD)) in Q2; Q3; Q4 |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | NACS | Type 2 CCS2 NACS | NACS |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | DC 250 kW | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | - | - | AC 11.5 kW, 7:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 18 x -loudspeakers and 1 subwoofer (S) 16-inch central touch screen (S) 2 x 18-inch touch screens on the rear rows (S) Front and second row electronic adjustment (S) Front and second row heated and ventilated seats (S) Second row seats with lifting armrests (S) Third row heated and electronically foldable seats (S) | - | Air-filter (S) Automatic keyless entry (S) Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones (S) Engine start button (S) Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (S) 12V power outlet (S) 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) Blind spot sensor (S) Collision warning system (S) Driver and front passenger knee air bags (S) Driver and front passenger seat side air bags (S) Driver and passenger front air bags (S) Electronic Brake Force Distribution (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (O) Forward looking radar (O) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front passenger airbag occupancy sensor (S) Front row acoustic safety belt warning (S) High-Speed autosteer (O) Integrated Advanced Stability Control (S) Lane depart sensors (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (O) Navigate on Autopilot (O) Rear door child safety locks (S) Rear seats head airbags (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (O) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Rollover crash sensor (S) Side cameras when in reverse (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Tire pressure monitoring system (S) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (O) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (O) 15.4 LCD touchscreen (S) Custom driver profiles (S) Dual-front USB ports (S) Flash memory storage (S) In-car internet streaming music & media (S) Internet browser (S) Location aware automatic garage door opener (S) Music and media over Bluetooth (S) Premium audio - 14 speakers, 1 subwoofer, 2 amps and immersive sound (S) Satellite-view maps with live traffic visualization and navigation (S) Standard-definition back-up camera (S) Voice recognition system (S) Wireless phone charger and USB Type-C in the rear (S) Automatic dual-zone climate control (S) Remote control air-conditioning (S) Secondary ventilation controls (S) Ventilation system (S) 12-way power adjustable front and rear heated seats (S) 60/40 split-folding rear seats (S) Child seat anchors (S) Driver seat detection sensor for start-stop functionality (S) Height adjustable front seatbelts (S) Heated steering wheel (S) Leatherette steering wheel (S) Electric rear liftgate (S) Flush-mounted door handles (S) Keyless NFC keycard (S) Metal interior door handles (S) Power cargo access remote release (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) UV and infrared blocking safety glass windshield (S) Auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors (S) Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror (S) Auto high-beam headlights (S) Cargo area light (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED fog lamps (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Premium seat material and trim (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | 255/45R19 cold tire inflation pressure - 42 psi (290 kPa) 255/40R20 cold tire inflation pressure - 42 psi (290 kPa) The electric motor specifications are listed according to the MY Owner's Manual, where the minimum power is listed. Higher numbers reported by other sources refer to real-life measurements. However, these vary significantly for many different reasons, such as errors in procedure, unannounced variance in equipped motors, and software tuning, among others. | MCU2 - Intel Atom A3950 - 14 nm - 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU - 4GB DDR4 - 64GB eMMC - 187 GFlops processing power |
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