2021 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD - Specifications and price
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| Brand The name of the manufacturer. | Tesla |
| Model The model name of the electric car. | Model Y |
| Trim The code/name that denotes the level of equipment of the EV including exterior and interior features, battery packs, electric motors, etc. | Long Range AWD |
| Model year The year for which the model is announced by the manufacturer. Most often it does not completely coincide with the calendar year in which the model is available on the market. | 2021 |
| Market Markets in which this electric vehicle is available. | North America |
| Price Current MSRP of the model (before incentives) depending on the market. | USD 49,990 (USA, Nov 2020) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style The body style of the model as defined by the number of doors and roof treatment. | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials Materials used in the vehicle's body construction. | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors Available exterior colors for the model as specified by the manufacturer. | Deep Blue Metallic Midnight Silver Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat Solid Black |
| Interior colors Available interior colors for the model as specified by the manufacturer. | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors Number of doors for passengers. Depending on the body style, the doors can be two, four, etc. | 5 |
| Number of seats Number of seats inclduing the driver and passenger ones. Depending on the model, the seats can be five, six, seven or other. | 5 / 7 |
| Length The distance from the frontmost to the rearmost point of the electric vehicle. | 187.0 in (inches) 4751 mm (millimeters) |
| Width The width of the vehicle without mirrors. | 75.6 in (inches) 1921 mm (millimeters) |
| Width with mirrors The width of the vehicle with unfolded mirrors included. | 83.8 in (inches) 2129 mm (millimeters) |
| Width with folded mirrors The width of the vehicle with folded mirrors included. | 77.9 in (inches) 1978 mm (millimeters) |
| Height The distance from the ground to the top of the electric car. | 63.9 in (inches) 1624 mm (millimeters) |
| Wheelbase The distance between the centers of the front and rear axle. | 113.8 in (inches) 2890 mm (millimeters) |
| Front track The distance between the centers (centerline) of the two wheels on the front axle. | 64.4 in (inches) 1636 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear track The distance between the centers (centerline) of the two wheels on the rear axle. | 64.4 in (inches) 1636 mm (millimeters) |
| Clearance The distance from the ground to the lowest point of the vehicle measured without cargo or passengers. The ground clearance is also known as ride height. | 6.8 in (inches) 172 mm (millimeters) |
| Front headroom The vertical distance from the vehicle's roof to the front seats bottom. | 41.0 in (inches) 1041 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear headroom The vertical distance from the vehicle's roof to the rear seats bottom. | 39.4 in (inches) 1001 mm (millimeters) |
| Front shoulder room The horizontal distance between the panels of the two front doors. | 56.4 in (inches) 1432 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear shoulder room The horizontal distance between the panels of the two rear doors. | 54.1 in (inches) 1373 mm (millimeters) |
| Front hip room The width of the front seats of the car, which indicates how much space is available for the driver and passenger on either side of their waists when they sit down. | 53.8 in (inches) 1367 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear hip room The width of the seat cushion on the back, which indicates how much space is available for the passengers on either side of their waists. | 50.6 in (inches) 1286 mm (millimeters) |
| Front legroom The distance available for the legs of the driver and the front passenger. | 41.9 in (inches) 1063 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear legroom The distance available for the legs of the rear passengers. | 40.5 in (inches) 1029 mm (millimeters) |
| Trunk volume The available space for cargo in the main trunk, excluding the additional available space from folding one or two rear seat rows. | 854.0 l (liters) 30.16 ft3 (cubic feet) 0.85 m3 (cubic meters) |
| Maximum trunk volume The maximum available space for cargo in the main trunk, including the additional available space from folding one or two rear seat rows. | 2041.0 l (liters) 72.08 ft3 (cubic feet) 2.04 m3 (cubic meters) |
| Secondary trunk volume The available space for cargo in the secondary trunk, usually positioned in the front of the electric car. | 117.0 l (liters) 4.13 ft3 (cubic feet) 0.12 m3 (cubic meters) |
| Curb weight Curb weight (a.k.a. kerb weight) is the EV mass with standard equipment, liquids (oils and fuel at nominal tank capacity) but without cargo and passengers. In some EU countries, the curb weight also includes the weight of a 75 kg (165 lb) driver. | 4362.95 lb (pounds) 1979 kg (kilograms) |
| GVWR GVWR stands for gross vehicle weight rating and is also known as gross vehicle mass (GVM). It describes the maximum operating weight of the electric car including the curb weight and payload (accessories, equipment, driver, passengers and cargo). | 5712.18 lb (pounds) 2591 kg (kilograms) |
| Drag coefficient The drag coefficient or coefficient of drag is related to the car's aerodynamics as it denotes the resistance to the air of the front surface of the vehicle when it is in movement. The lower the coefficient, the better aerodynamics the model has. Ultimately, this allows for higher speeds and improved power efficiency. | 0.23 Cd (drag coefficient) |
| Additional information Additional details related to the electric car's body. | 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 The name of the manufacturer of the electric motor. | Tesla |
| Model The model name of the electric motor. | 3D5 |
| Electric motor type The electric motor category according to the type of motor commutation. Most electric motors operate on magnetism and can be powered by direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC) sources. Depending on the type of commutation, electric motors are either self-commutated (AC and DC, mechanical or electronic) and externally commutated (AC only, asynchronous or synchronous). | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor Information about the electric notor's location. The two most common locations are the front and rear of the electric car. | Rear |
| Voltage The electric motor voltage is related to how fast a motor can run. The voltage-rotational speed relationship is proportional one - the higher the voltage, the higher the speed. | 320 V (volts) |
| Power The power produced by the electric motor depends proportionally on the motor's rotational speed. | 180 kW (kilowatts) 241.4 hp (mechanical horsepower) 244.7 ps (metric horsepower) |
| Maximum power RPM The electric motor's rotational speed measured in RPM when the motor achieves its maximum power. | 6000 rpm (revolutions per minute) |
| Torque Torque is the driving force of an electric motor and is the rotational equivalent of a linear force. A typical feature of electric cars is that they get full torque from zero speed. | 326 Nm (newton meters) 33.2 kgm (kilogram meters) 240.4 ft-lb (foot-pounds) |
| Regenerative braking Regenerative braking is a typical feature of electric vehicles, in which the electric motor uses the vehicle's kinetic energy to save power or stores it for later use. | Yes |
| Additional information Additional details about the electric motor of this model. | 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 The name of the manufacturer of the second electric motor. | Tesla |
| Model The model name of the second electric motor. | 3D3 |
| Motor type Information about the type of the second motor depending on the type of current (AC or DC) and the type of motor commutation. Self-commutated AC and DC motors can be mechanical or electronic and externally commutated motors can be only synchronous or asynchronous AC ones. | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location Information about the location of the second motor. The most common locations are the front and the rear of the electric vehicle. | Front |
| Voltage Information about the voltage of the second motor. The voltage is propotionally related to the rotational speed (velocity). | 320 V (volts) |
| Power Information about the power of the second motor, which is proportionally related to the velocity and ultimately - the motor's voltage. | 137 kW (kilowatts) 183.7 hp (mechanical horsepower) 186.3 ps (metric horsepower) |
| Maximum power RPM Information about the velocity (rotational speed) of the second motor when it achieves its maximum power. | 6380 rpm (revolutions per minute) |
| Torque Information about the torque of the second electric motor. | 219 Nm (newton meters) 22.3 kgm (kilogram meters) 161.5 ft-lb (foot-pounds) |
| Regenerative braking Information weather the second electric motor has a regenerative braking capability. | Yes |
| Additional features Additional features of the second electric motor. | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed The top speed that the vehicle can achieve as specified by the manufacturer. | 134.8 mph (miles per hour) 217.0 km/h (kilometers per hour) |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h The time in seconds the electric car needs to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h. | 5.10 s (seconds) |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph The time in seconds the model needs to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph. | 4.80 s (seconds) |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Standard | Driving | Range |
|---|---|---|
| EPA (Electric car range and efficiency) | Combined | 326.0 mi / 524.6 km |
| WLTP (Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedure) | Combined | 313.8 mi / 505.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Standard | Driving | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EPA (Electric car range and efficiency) | City | 131 MPGe |
| EPA (Electric car range and efficiency) | Combined | 27 kWh/100 mi |
| EPA (Electric car range and efficiency) | Combined | 125 MPGe |
| EPA (Electric car range and efficiency) | Highway | 117 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class Information about the energy class of the electric vehicle. | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism Information about the design type of the steering mechanism of the electric car. | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering Information about the type of power steering used in this model. | Electronic |
| Turning circle Often referred to as turning diameter or turning radius (multiplied by two), this is the smallest diameter that the outside wheels of the vehicle describe when it is turning on full lock. | 12.1 m (meters) 39.70 ft (feet) |
| Lock-to-lock turns The number of full rotations made by the steering wheel from lock to lock (from one extreme end to the other). | 2 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission Information about the type of transmission used by the vehicle. Generally, EVs are equipped with one-speed automatic units. | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain Information about the type of drivetrain (the system that delivers power to the driving wheels). | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio The axle ratio a.k.a. final drive ratio of the electric motor. It shows the number of revolutions of the driveshaft needed to spin the axle one complete turn. | 9.1 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension Information about the main components of the front suspension of the electric vehicle. | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension Information about the main components of the rear suspension of the electric vehicle. | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes Information about the type of brakes used on the front wheels. | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter This indicator refers to the size of the rotor of the front wheels' disc brakes. Larger rotors offer more braking power and resist overheating better. | 14.0 in (inches) 355 mm (millimeters) |
| Front disc brake thickness This indicator refers to the thickness of the rotor of the front wheels' disc brakes. The thicker the disc, the more resilient it is to overheating and warping. | 1.0 in (inches) 25 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear brakes Information about the type of brakes used on the rear wheels. | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter Also known as the size of the disc brake rotor on the rear wheels. The larger the diameter, the better the heat dissipation and braking power. | 13.2 in (inches) 335 mm (millimeters) |
| Rear disc brake thickness This is the thickness of the disc brake rotor on the rear wheels when its new. Rotors wear down over time and should be replaced when they reach their minimum thickness. | 0.8 in (inches) 20 mm (millimeters) |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Markings | Width | Profile | Diameter | Contour | Offset | Material | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.5Jx19 ET45 | 9.5 | J | 19 | - | 45 | Aluminium |  |
| 9.5Jx20 ET45 | 9.5 | J | 20 | - | 45 | Aluminium | |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Markings | Width | Profile | Diameter | Load index | Speed index | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255/45R19 | 255 | 45 | 19 | - | - | |
| 255/40R20 | 255 | 40 | 20 | - | - | |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity The capacity of the rechargeable battery that powers this EV as specified by the manufacturer in kilowatt hours. | 82.1 kWh (kilowatt hours) |
| Manufacturer The name of the company that has manufactured the battery. | Panasonic |
| Model The model name/chemistry/cell size of the rechargeable battery. | NCR21700A |
| Type The type of rechargeable battery depending on its composition. | NCA (Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide) |
| Cathode materials The specific cathode materials determine the battery's energy density, driving range, safety, and cost. | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) |
| Anode materials The anode stores lithium ions during charging and releases them during discharging, generating power. | Graphite |
| Cell nominal voltage The EV battery cell nominal voltage depends on the cell chemistry. For example, NCM batteries typically have 3.5-3.7V, while LFP batteries have around 3.2V | 3.6 V (volts) |
| Cell cutoff voltage The EV battery cell cutoff voltage is the minimum voltage a cell should maintain when fully discharged. Dropping below this level will damage the cell. | 3 V (volts) |
| Battery voltage The battery voltage denotes the difference in electric potential between the positive and negative electrodes of the pack. The higher difference in potential results in a higher voltage. | 360 V (volts) |
| Energy density In general, energy density shows the energy stored in a certain space per unit volume. In the context of batteries, the energy density is actually the specific energy (energy per unit mass) measured in watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg). | 260 Wh/kg (watt-hour per kilogram) |
| Location Information about the position of the battery pack in the electric vehicle. | Under the floor, middle |
| Cooling Information about the type of battery cooling on this specific model. | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature Manufacturer-specified minimum ambient temperature to which the vehicle should not be exposed for more than 24 hours at a time. | -30 °C (degrees Celsius) -22 °F (degrees Fahrenheit) |
| Maximum ambient temperature Manufacturer-specified maximum ambient temperature to which the vehicle should not be exposed for more than 24 hours at a time | 60 °C (degrees Celsius) 140 °F (degrees Fahrenheit) |
| Additional information Additional information about the rechargeable battery of the electric car. | 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.
| Interface | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 | Type 2 (IEC 62196-3 FF, CCS2) | Rear-left side | |
 | NACS / Tesla (SAE J3400) | Rear-left side | |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Interface | Type | Voltage | Current | Power | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Type 2 (IEC 62196-2, Mennekes, SAE J3068) | AC | - | - | 11 kW | |
| Type 2 (IEC 62196-3 FF, CCS2) | DC | - | - | 250 kW | |
| NACS / Tesla (SAE J3400) | AC | - | - | 11.5 kW | |
| NACS / Tesla (SAE J3400) | DC | - | - | 250 kW | |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Type | Battery % | Estimated time (h:m) |
|---|---|---|
| DC 250 kW | 0% - 80% | 00:16 - 00:20 |
| AC 11.5 kW | 0% - 100% | 06:00 - 07:28 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Category | Name | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | Tow Hitch | O | |
| Safety and assistance | 360-degree parking camera | O | |
| Safety and assistance | Advanced collision avoidance | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Automatic driving on city streets | O | |
| Safety and assistance | Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking | O | |
| Safety and assistance | BLIS with steer assist | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Collapsable steering column | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Collision avoidance braking and steering | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Cross traffic alert | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Driver alert | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Driver assist | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Driver knee airbag | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Dual-stage driver airbag | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Dual-stage passenger airbag with active ventilation | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Energy-absorbin interior | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Evasive manoeuvre assist | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Far side airbags | S | |
| Safety and assistance | 3 x forward looking cameras | S | |
| Safety and assistance | 2 x forward looking side cameras | O | |
| Safety and assistance | Front seat belts with electrical pre-cash tensioner | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Front seat belts with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters | S | |
| Safety and assistance | High-Speed autosteer | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Inflatable curtains | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Lane keeping with automatic steering | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Navigate on Autopilot | O | |
| Safety and assistance | Outer rear seats with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Pilot Assist | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Rear collision warning/mitigation | S | |
| Safety and assistance | 1 x rearward looking camera | S | |
| Safety and assistance | 2 x rearward looking side cameras | O | |
| Safety and assistance | Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs | O | |
| Safety and assistance | Road sign info | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Side airbags | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Side impact protection | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Summon your car remotely | O | |
| Safety and assistance | Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) | S | |
| Safety and assistance | 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) | S | |
| Safety and assistance | Whiplash injury protection | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | 15-inch touch dispaly | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | 2 x amps | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | In-car internet streaming music & media | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | Location aware automatic garage door opener | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | Music and media over Bluetooth | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | Satellite-view maps with live traffic visualization and navigation | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | 14 x speakers | S | |
| Infotainment and connectivity | 1 x subwoofer | S | |
| Seats | 12-way power adjustable front and rear seats | S | |
| Seats | Heated front and rear seats | S | |
| Seats | Three independently folding 2nd row seats | S | |
| Doors and windows | Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection | S | |
| Mirrors | Auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors | S | |
| Lights | LED fog lamps | S |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information Additional details about this electric car, including specifications and features that do not belong to the categories above. | 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 |
