No doubt his silhouette is a little high and a little round. But, devoid of frills, it does not lack allure. Especially since, declined from the Model 3, the Model Y takes up the immutable features (curve of the wings, flush handles, oblong lights) over 4.75 m long, while playing with the architecture of an SUV : exactly what the market demands, from Beijing to Berlin. Tesla obliges, the machine is not just a simple electric model, it is one of the champions. In addition to its acceleration, which thunders any coupe ” sporting (the 100 km/h can be reached in 5 s) or its network of superchargers (tremendously precursor), which guarantees to no longer be afraid to make long journeys, its talent lies in its smoothness of driving, its perfect management of regenerative braking, its acoustic comfort that erases even resonances and its ” autopilot ». Impressive. Just like its consumption (15 kWh/100 km, sometimes less) and its price (around 60,000 euros excluding bonus for a beautiful copy). A hell of a deal despite an exterior finish that still lacks a little rigor.
The dashboard
A screen, a steering wheel and that’s it : and that’s already a lot will say fans of the brand. Accustomed to the purity initiated by the Model S and Model 3, they tamed the total absence of physical buttons and thanked the sobriety of a dashboard entirely dedicated to modernity. Taken from the Model 3, that of the Model Y is therefore reduced to a remarkable central screen of precision and intelligence of use : as simple and beautiful as an iPad.
The detail
The cucaracha ! It is, along with other very eclectic tones, the sound that can escape from the horn of the Model Y, depending on the desire and musical tastes of the driver. Smile guaranteed for this amazing detail.
The good surprise
Without a doubt space. At the front and back, no one runs out of space. Even the fifth passenger, who often inherits the middle seat, can lengthen his legs, the magic of flat-floor architecture and ingenious engineers. As for the trunk, it offers more than 800 l… Unprecedented. Not to mention the trunk under the hood offering an additional 100 l. A van !
Regret
If the roof, fully glazed, adds brightness to the cabin, it can not open. Others will point out that the range of “only ” 507 km, a performance certainly on the market, remains behind that of other Tesla.
Characteristics
Tesla Model Y Long Range
Power : 400 hp.
From 0 to 100 km/h : 5 s.
Length : 4.75 m.
CO2 emissions: 0 g/km.
Consumption : approx. 15 kWh/100 km.
Range (WLTP): 507 km.