Tesla has added an important element to its range during this 2021, bringing the anticipation to its debut Model Y. The compact SUV of the American brand arrived on the road on the strength of the success of Model 3, with which it shares most of the characteristics while maintaining the differences in shape and habitability that make it an important alternative for those looking for a versatile electric car. . The Palo Alto D-SUV therefore responds to the identikit of the type crossover that the European motorist needs, confirming the winning cornerstones on which the line-up of the brand led by Elon Musk rests. It is therefore impossible not to reserve a place of honor for Tesla Model Y in our Best of 2021.
The crossover of the American brand that measures 475 cm in length, 192 cm wide, a height of 162 cm and a wheelbase of 2.89 meters for a mass that reaches 2 tons. The style and design reflect the stylistic features of Model 3, especially in the front part and as regards the optical groups with simple and aerodynamic lines in continuity with all the other models in the range. Compared to the sedan, however, in addition to the size difference, it also boasts one higher load capacity with 600 liters available in the trunk. A capacity that reaches almost 2 thousand liters by lowering the rear seat. Added to this is the 117-liter front compartment. At the moment only the Long Range version is available on the European market but from 2022 the Performance is also expected in Italy which will add a pinch of panache to the performance of the Palo Alto D-SUV.
The declared autonomy is 507 km thanks to the 75 kWh battery which can be recharged at the Supercharger network and is compatible with infrastructures up to 250 kW in DC. In this case it is possible to recover up to 80% of the distance range in just 30 minutes. To push Tesla Model Y there is a powertrain composed of a pair of induction asynchronous motors, one per axle, for a total power exceeding 350 hp and 640 Nm of instant torque that allow it to shoot from 0 to 100 km / h in 5 seconds and reach a top speed of 217 km / h. The Tesla Model Y price list attacks at 60,990 euros to which 3,800 and 7,500 euros must be added respectively if you want to include some additional functions in the standard Autopilot such as the Summon mode, automatic parking and lane change or the preparation for level 3 driving.
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