Tesla Model Y

The Vehicle That Changed Everything

The Tesla Model Y has achieved what many thought impossible: becoming the world's best-selling vehicle across all powertrains. In 2023, 2024, and 2025, the Model Y outsold every gasoline, diesel, and hybrid vehicle globally, with over 1.3 million units delivered in 2025 alone.

Built on the same platform as the Model 3, the Model Y offers 76 cubic feet of cargo space with seats folded, seating for up to seven passengers, and SUV ground clearance while maintaining sedan-like efficiency and performance. This combination of practicality, performance, and value has resonated with buyers worldwide.

With a starting price of $44,990 and federal tax credits up to $7,500, the Model Y offers exceptional value for a premium electric SUV. The total cost of ownership is competitive with gasoline compact SUVs like the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4, but with far superior performance and technology.

The Model Y interior combines minimalist design with exceptional functionality. The centerpiece is a 15-inch touchscreen that controls virtually all vehicle functions. The panoramic glass roof extends from front to back, creating an open, airy cabin while blocking UV rays and reducing heat.

With rear seats up, the Model Y offers 30.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the second row. Fold the seats down and you get 76 cubic feet of total storage – more than many mid-size SUVs. The front trunk (frunk) adds another 4.1 cubic feet for smaller items or charging cables.

Optional third-row seats accommodate two additional passengers, making the Model Y a genuine seven-seater. While the third row is best suited for children or short trips, it provides valuable flexibility for families. All seats feature comfortable cushioning and premium materials.

The Model Y Performance delivers exhilarating acceleration with a 3.5-second 0-60 time that rivals sports cars. This makes merging onto highways effortless and passing maneuvers quick and confident. Yet the dual-motor all-wheel drive system provides excellent traction in all weather conditions.

Despite its performance capabilities, the Model Y achieves impressive efficiency. The Long Range variant achieves approximately 4 miles per kWh, making it one of the most efficient SUVs on the market. This translates to lower charging costs and more miles per charge.

The low center of gravity from the floor-mounted battery pack provides handling characteristics more like a sports sedan than a traditional SUV. The Model Y corners flat with minimal body roll, while the regenerative braking system provides smooth, one-pedal driving in most situations.

The Model Y's rise to become the world's best-selling vehicle represents a historic shift in the automotive industry. For the first time, an electric vehicle has outsold all gasoline competitors globally. This achievement validates Tesla's mission and demonstrates that EVs have reached mainstream acceptance.

Several factors contributed to this success. The Model Y hits a sweet spot in the market: it's sized perfectly for families, offers genuine SUV versatility, provides thrilling performance, and costs less to own than comparable gasoline SUVs. The extensive Supercharger network eliminates range anxiety, while over-the-air updates keep the vehicle improving over time.

Manufacturing efficiency improvements have allowed Tesla to gradually reduce prices while maintaining quality. Gigafactories in Texas, Berlin, and Shanghai produce Model Ys close to major markets, reducing shipping costs and delivery times. This combination of factors has made the Model Y an unstoppable force in the global automotive market.

The Model Y has earned 5-star safety ratings in every category from NHTSA and is among the safest SUVs tested by Euro NCAP. The rigid battery pack creates an extremely strong safety cage, while the low center of gravity makes rollovers highly unlikely.

All Model Y vehicles come standard with Autopilot, providing traffic-aware cruise control and autosteer on highways. Eight surround cameras, twelve ultrasonic sensors, and forward-facing radar provide 360-degree awareness. Automatic emergency braking, blind spot warning, and lane departure avoidance are standard.

Full Self-Driving capability is available as an option, adding Navigate on Autopilot for highway interchanges, automatic lane changes, Autopark for parallel and perpendicular parking, and Summon to retrieve your vehicle from tight spaces. Regular over-the-air updates continuously improve these features.