Comparison between:
- 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD
- 2022 Audi e-tron 55 quattro
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 | 2022 Audi e-tron 55 quattro | |
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| Trim | Long Range AWD | - |
| Model year | 2021 | 2022 |
| Market | North America, Europe | Global |
| Price | USD 49,990 (USA, Nov 2020) EUR 58,620 (DE, Nov 2020) | EUR 81,500 (DE, Feb 2022) |
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 | Steal Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Deep Blue Metallic Midnight Silver Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat Solid Black | Brilliant Black Floret Siver Mythos Black Typhoon Grey Chronos Silver Galaxy Blue Glacier White Manhattan Grey Plasma Blue Daytona Gray Navarra Blue |
| Interior colors | Black Black and White | Black Okapi Brown Pearl Beige Flint Gray Monaco Gray |
| Number of doors | 4 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 / 7 | 5 |
| Length | 187.0 in 4751 mm | 193.0 in 4901 mm |
| Width | 75.6 in 1921 mm | 76.2 in 1935 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 83.8 in 2129 mm | 86.3 in 2192 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | 77.9 in 1978 mm | - |
| Height | 63.9 in 1624 mm | 64.1 in 1629 mm |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in 2890 mm | 115.3 in 2928 mm |
| Front track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 65.2 in 1655 mm |
| Rear track | 64.4 in 1636 mm | 65.0 in 1652 mm |
| Clearance | 6.8 in 172 mm | 6.8 in 172 mm |
| Front headroom | 41.0 in 1041 mm | 41.2 in 1047 mm |
| Rear headroom | 39.4 in 1001 mm | 39.2 in 996 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.4 in 1432 mm | 58.6 in 1489 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.1 in 1373 mm | 57.2 in 1454 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.8 in 1367 mm | 60.9 in 1547 mm |
| Rear hip room | 50.6 in 1286 mm | 60.0 in 1524 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.9 in 1063 mm | 40.8 in 1036 mm |
| Rear legroom | 40.5 in 1029 mm | 39.1 in 993 mm |
| Trunk volume | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 | 600.0 l 21.19 ft3 0.60 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 | 1725.0 l 60.92 ft3 1.73 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 | 60.0 l 2.12 ft3 0.06 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4362.95 lb 1979 kg | 5555.65 lb 2520 kg |
| GVWR | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg | 6988.65 lb 3170 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 Cd | 0.28 Cd |
| Additional information | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats | Height 1629 with roof-mounted aerial Height 1616 without roof-mounted aerial Body ride height adjustable by 76 millimeters (3.0 in) Drag coefficient with optional virtual exterior mirrors: 0.27 Curb weight with a 75 kg driver (EU norms): 2595 kg |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | - |
| Model | DU Cat 1 3D5 | - |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | AC induction/asynchronous |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | 335 V | - |
| Power | 220 kW 295.0 hp 299.1 ps | 140 kW 187.7 hp 190.3 ps |
| Torque | - | 314 Nm 32.0 kgm 231.6 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional information | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive | Coaxial asynchronous rear motor Total system power and torque in D mode - 265 kW and 561 Nm Power and torque in Boost Mode - 165 kW and 355 Nm Total system power and torque in Boost mode - 300 kW and 664 Nm |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | Tesla | - |
| Model | 3D3 | - |
| Motor type | AC induction/asynchronous | AC induction/asynchronous |
| Location | Front | Front |
| Power | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps | 125 kW 167.6 hp 170.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 8275 rpm | - |
| Torque | 163 Nm 16.6 kgm 120.2 ft-lb | 247 Nm 25.2 kgm 182.2 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 125 - 6375 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Additional features | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive | Axially parallel asynchronous motor Power and torque in Boost Mode - 135 kW and 309 Nm |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 134.8 mph 217.0 km/h | 124.3 mph 200.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 5.10 s | 6.60 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 4.80 s | - |
| Additional information | - | Boost Mode 0-100 km/h acceleration is 5.7 s Boost Mode 0-60 mph acceleration is 5.5 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA: 326.0 mi / 524.6 km WLTP: 313.8 mi / 505.0 km | WLTP: 274.0 mi / 441.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CMB: 27 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 117 MPGe EPA, CMB: 125 MPGe EPA, CTY: 131 MPGe | NEDC, CMB: 22 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 22.2 kWh/100 km |
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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m 39.70 ft | 12.2 m 40.03 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2 | - |
| Additional information | - | Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-dependent power assistance |
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 | 9.205 |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | - | 9.205 |
| Additional information | - | Two-stage planetary gearbox with single gear |
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) | Multi-link Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Pneumatic (air suspension) Adaptive air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers | Multi-link Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Pneumatic (air suspension) Adaptive air suspension |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Additional information | Rotor diameter front / rear - 355 / 335 mm Fotor thickness front / rear - 25 / 20 mm Brake pad thickness front / rear - 10 / 9 mm | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 9.5Jx20 ET45 9.5Jx19 ET45 | 8.5Jx19 8.5Jx19 9Jx20 9.5Jx21 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 255/40R20 255/45R19 | 255/55R19 111H 255/50R20 109H 265/45R21 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | Panasonic; LG Chem | - |
| Model | NCR21700A; NMC 21700L | - |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery capacity | 82.1 kWh | 95 kWh |
| Number of cells | - | 432 |
| Number of modules | - | 36 |
| Voltage | 360 V | 396 V |
| Energy density | 260 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | - | 1543.24 lb 700 kg |
| Volume | - | 1238.0 l 43.72 ft3 1.24 m3 |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation Heat pipe | Water-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)) European battery code - BT43 (LG Chem 2170L NCM) with 79 kWh | Usable capacity - 86.5 kWh Dimensions: 2.28 x 1.63 x 0.34 meters (7.5 x 5.3 x 1.1 ft) Indirect cooling system of aluminium sections separate from cell space Powerful thermal management system with four circuits and heat pump with improved power efficiency |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC charging, 11 kW AC charging, 11.5 kW DC charging, 250 kW DC charging, 250 kW | CEE 7/4 (plug type E/F), 3.84 kW 3-phase CEE cable, 6.4 kW Mode 3 charging cable, 11 kW DC charger, 150 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, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW Onboard charger, Tesla, 11.5 kW | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 11 kW Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2, 22 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 charger, 0:31 Mode 3 charging cable, 8:38 3-phase CEE cable, 14:51 CEE 7/4 (plug type E/F), 24:45 |
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) | Aluminum roof rails (O) Black bumpers (S) Black roof rails (O) Detachable towing hitch (O) e-tron Compact charging cable (S) Luggage cover (S) Matt black control buttons (S) Model designation and performance/technology lettering (S) Non-smokers package (S) Omitting Model designation and performance/technology lettering (O) Removable boot partition net (S) Roof frame and window channel strips in anodised aluminum (S) Smokers package (O) Storage and luggage room package (O) Adaptive Cruise Control with speed limiter (S) Anti-theft alarm system (O) Audi Pre Sense Basic (S) Audi Pre Sense Front (S) Audi Pre Sense Rear (O) Audi Pre Sense Rear Packet (O) Backup camera (O) Blind Spot Alert (O) Camera-based speed limit display / traffic sign recognition (O) Car alarm (O) Central driver assistance controller (zFAS) (S) Cross intersection assistance (O) Driver and front passenger airbags with front passenger airbag deactivation (S) Efficiency assistance (O) Electronic immobilizer (S) Emergency assistance (O) Exit warning (O) First aid kit (S) ISOFIX on rear seats and on the front passenger's seat (S) Lane change warning (O) Night vision assistant (O) Obstacle avoidance assistance (O) Parking aid plus with environment display (S) Parking assistance (O) Rear cross traffic assistance (O) Rear side airbags (O) Reverse cameras (O) Seat occupancy recognition (S) Side airbags in front and head airbag system (S) Tire repair kit (S) Tire-pessure monitoring system (S) Tri-spoke leather steering wheel with multifunction and shift paddles (O) 10.1-inch HD+ display with MMI touch response and haptic feedback (S) 12.3-inch infotainment display (S) 12V outlet (S) Audi Connect Emergency Call & Service (S) Audi Connect key (O) Audi connect Navigation & Infotainment (S) Audi music interface (S) Audi music interface in the rear (O) Audi phone box (O) Audi smartphone interface (O) Audi Virtual cockpit (S) Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus (O) Bluetooth (S) Comfort key including sensor-controlled luggage compartment unlocking (O) Comfort key including sensor-controlled luggage compartment unlocking and anti-theft alarm system (O) Digital radio (O) Digital TV reception (DVB-T2) with CI+ abd PayTV (O) DVD-Player (O) Garage door opener (O) Head-up display (O) MMI Navigation plus (S) MMI Radio (S) Remote key (S) Remote MMI touch control unit with 8.6-inch color display (S) SDXC memory card reader (S) 16 x speakers and a subwoofer, 15 CH, 705 W (O) 10 x speakers and a subwoofer, 6 CH, 180W (S) 2 x USB Type-A ports with data and charging function (S) 2-zone comfort automatic air-conditioning (S) 4-zone comfort automatic air-conditioning (O) Air quality package with ionizer and a choice of fragrances (O) Comfort auxiliary air-conditioning (O) Standard auxiliary air-conditioning (S) Increased heating capacity (O) 4-way lumbar support for the front seats (O) Center armrest front (S) Comfort center armrest front (O) Electrically adjustable front seats with memory (O) Folding down rear seats (S) Headrests on front seats (S) Heated front seats (O) Manually adjustable front seats (S) Sports front seats (O) Sports Plus front seats (O) Standard front seats (S) Ventilated front seats (O) Ventilated front seats with massage function (O) Double-spoke steering wheel with multifunction and shift paddles (S) Acoustic glazing for door and side windows (O) Adaptive heated windscreen wiper with integrated washing nozzles (O) Extendable sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (O) Green tinted heat insulating glass (S) Heated rear window with timer (S) Manual sun shades on rear windows (O) Panoramic glass roof (O) Power tailgate (S) Privacy glass (O) Servo closing for the doors (O) Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Windscreen with heat insulation and acoustic glazing (S) Auto-dimming rearview mirror, frameless (S) Automatically foldable and dimmable side mirrors (O) Black- or Carbon-painted housings of side mirrors (O) Body-color painted housings of side mirrors (S) Electrically adjustable and heated side mirrors (S) Electrically adjustable and heated side mirrors with memory (O) Virtual side mirrors (O) Ambient light package (O) Ambient light package plus (O) Ambient lights (S) Boot lighting right and left (S) Digital Matrix LED headlights and LED taillights (O) e-tron logo LED projection upon opening the doors (O) Footwell lighting front and rear (S) Glovebox lights (S) Headlights cleaning system (S) Illumiated door sills (S) LED headlights and LED taillights (S) Matrix LED headlights and LED taillights (O) Reading lights front and rear (S) Headliner in black fabric (O) Headliner in moon silver fabric (S) Leather (O) Leather / Artificial leather seats (O) Microfiber DINAMICA / Leather (O) Seat covers in fabric (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | 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 | - |
| 2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD | 2022 Audi e-tron 55 quattro |