Comparison between:
- 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
- 2023 Lexus RZ 450e Luxury AWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD | 2023 Lexus RZ 450e Luxury AWD | |
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| Trim | Long Range AWD | Luxury AWD |
| Model year | 2021 | 2023 |
| Market | North America | North America |
| Price | USD 49,990 (USA, Nov 2020) | USD 65,150 (USA, Feb 2023) |
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) |
| Materials | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium | Lightweight steel Aluminum Lightweight synthetic resin |
| Exterior colors | Deep Blue Metallic Midnight Silver Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat Solid Black | Eminent White Pearl Iridium Ether Cloudburst Gray Caviar Ether and Black Onyx Cloudburst Gray and Black Onyx |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White | Dapple Gray NuLuxe Palomino NuLuxe Thunderstorm and Macadamia NuLuxe |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 187.0 in 4751 mm | 189.2 in 4805 mm |
| Width | 75.6 in 1921 mm | - |
| Width with mirrors | 83.8 in 2129 mm | - |
| Width with folded mirrors | 77.9 in 1978 mm | 74.6 in 1895 mm |
| Height | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 64.4 in 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 112.2 in 2850 mm |
| Front track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 63.5 in 1612 mm |
| Rear track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 64.1 in 1627 mm |
| Clearance | 6.8 in 172 mm | - |
| Front headroom | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 39.9 in 1013 mm |
| Rear headroom | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 39.7 in 1008 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 56.9 in 1445 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.1 in 1373 mm | 54.3 in 1379 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.8 in 1367 mm | 54.7 in 1389 mm |
| Rear hip room | 50.6 in 1286 mm | 51.8 in 1316 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 42.1 in 1069 mm |
| Rear legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 37.5 in 953 mm |
| Trunk volume | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 | 988.0 l 34.89 ft3 0.99 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 | - |
| Secondary trunk volume | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 | - |
| Curb weight | 4362.95 lb 1979 kg | 4563.57 lb 2070 kg |
| GVWR | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg | - |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 Cd | 0.263 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 | - |
| Model | 3D5 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 320 V | - |
| Power | 180 kW 241.4 hp 244.7 ps | 80 kW 107.3 hp 108.8 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 6000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 326 Nm 33.2 kgm 240.4 ft-lb | 168 Nm 17.1 kgm 123.9 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Normal Sport Range Custom |
| Additional information | AC 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 | - |
| Model | 3D3 | - |
| Motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 320 V | - |
| Power | 137 kW 183.7 hp 186.3 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 6380 rpm | - |
| Torque | 219 Nm 22.3 kgm 161.5 ft-lb | 266 Nm 27.1 kgm 196.2 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Normal Sport Range Custom |
| Additional features | 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 | - | 230 kW 308.4 hp 312.7 ps |
| Total system torque | - | 434 Nm 44.3 kgm 320.1 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 134.8 mph 217.0 km/h | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 5.10 s | 5.60 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.80 s | 5.00 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 326.0 mi / 524.6 km WLTP, CMB: 313.8 mi / 505.0 km | Real range, CMB: 196.0 mi / 315.4 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 131 MPGe EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 125 MPGe EPA, HWY: 117 MPGe | - |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 11.2 m 36.75 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2 | - |
| Additional information | - | Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive (AWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 9.1 | - |
| Additional information | - | DIRECT4 AWD system |
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 MacPherson strut Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Independent Double wishbone Multi-link Trailing arm (trailing link) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 14.0 in 355 mm | - |
| Front disc brake thickness | 1.0 in 25 mm | - |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 13.2 in 335 mm | - |
| Rear disc brake thickness | 0.8 in 20 mm | - |
| Additional information | - | Electronically Controlled Braking (ECB) system with integrated regenerative braking |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9.5Jx19 ET45 9.5Jx20 ET45 | - |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 255/45R19 255/40R20 | - |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 82.1 kWh | 71.4 kWh |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | - |
| Model | NCR21700A | - |
| Type | NCA | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | - |
| Anode materials | Graphite | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | - |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 3 V | - |
| Battery voltage | 360 V | 355 V |
| Energy density | 260 Wh/kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump | Liquid-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -30 °C -22 °F | - |
| Maximum ambient temperature | 60 °C 140 °F | - |
| Additional information | USA battery code - BT42 (Panasonic 2170L (E3LD)) | - |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 NACS | Type 1 CCS1 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW AC 11.5 kW DC 250 kW | AC 7 kW DC 150 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 250 kW, 0:16-0:20 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:28 | DC 150 kW, 0:31-1:04 AC 7 kW, 4:45-14:24 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 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) | Activity mount (O) All-weather cargo mat (O) All-weather floor liners (O) Cargo net (O) Carpet cargo mat with storage (O) Carpet trunk mat (O) Key gloves with lexus logo (O) Advanced Park (S) 9 x airbags (S) All-speed dynamic radar cruise control with curve speed management (S) Anti-lock braking system (S) Backup camera (S) Blind spot monitor (S) Brake assist (S) Dashcam (O) Digital Key (S) Direct tire pressure monitor system (S) Electronic brakeforce distribution (S) Electronic power steering system (S) Intelligent high beams (S) Intuitive parking assist with auto braking (S) Lane Change Assist and Front Cross-Traffic Alert (S) Lane departure alert with steering assist (S) Lane tracing assist (S) LATCH system (S) Pre-collision system with pedestrian detection (S) Road sign assist (S) Safety Connect with up to 10-year trial subscription (S) Service Connect with up to 10-year trial subscription (S) Smart stop technology (S) Traction control system (S) Traffic Jam Assist (S) Vehicle stability control (S) 10-inch Head-up display (S) 14-inch touch display (S) Active sound control (S) Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integrated (S) Bluetooth and USB smartphone connectivity (S) Drive Connect (S) Lexus quick charge cables - mobile (O) Mark Levinson 13-speaker, 12-channel 1,800-watt Premium Surround Sound (S) Panoramic View Monitor (S) SiriusXM with 3-month subscription (S) Smartaccess card key (S) 5 x USB Type-C ports (S) Wi-Fi Connecti with AT&T Wi-Fi Hotspot (S) Wireless phone charger (S) Dual-zone climate control with auto circulation mode (S) Radiant front knee heater (S) 8-way power-adjsutable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support (S) 8-way power-adjsutable front passenger's seat (S) Driver's seat with Lexus memory system (S) Heated and ventilated front seats (S) Heated rear outboard seats (S) Heated steering wheel with memory (S) Power tilt-and-telescopic steering column (S) Acoustic front and rear side glass (S) Dynamic Sky panorama glass roof (O) Headlamp washers (O) Panorama glass roof (S) Power rear door with kick sensor (S) Rain-sensing windshield wipers (S) Windshield wiper de-icer (O) Auto-dimming outside mirrors with auto tilt-down in reverse (S) Digital rearview mirror (O) Side mirrors with Lexus memory system (S) Bi-LED headlamps and DRLs (S) Blade taillamp (S) Illluminated front badge (O) Illuminated cargo sills (O) Multicolor ambient lighting with Shadow Illumination (S) Rear puddle lamp (O) Side puddle lamp (O) Tsuyasumi interior trim (S) UltraSuede interior trim (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | The electric motor specifications are listed according to the 2021 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 | e-TNGA EV platform |
| 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD | 2023 Lexus RZ 450e Luxury AWD |