After launching Model S, Model 3 and Model X, Tesla showcased model Y as their 4th car in 2019. Elon musk mentions Model Y as a car with supercar performance and SUV practicality. This electric car is available in four variants depending upon the requirement of the driver. So, let’s know more about the cars in the Tesla model Y lineup.
About Model Y
The Tesla Model Y is similar to the model 3 from the outer appearance. But it has a headroom and ground clearance suitable for an SUV. Coming to the interior, the car is a seven-seater and Tesla offers 3-row seating as an option in model Y. Model Y is a multifunctional car and each seat in the second row can be knocked down individually, providing space for flexible skiing, furniture, luggage, and more. The liftgate is adjustable to a particular height depending upon the space available for the car.
Just like other Tesla cars, it has emergency braking, collision warnings, blind-spot monitors, etc. Model Y will be an autonomous car in the future and it will automatically drive in the city and highway.
It has a rear, side and forward-facing cameras to ensure the maximum field of view in 360°. The forward-facing radar captures distant objects even they are at a distance of 160m and the 12 Ultrasonic sensors monitor the vehicle surroundings to avoid collisions and assist in parking. In addition to this, Model Y has a large glass roof which offers UV protection.
Technical overview
Tesla Model Y has 4 variants depending upon range, utility and performance. These are the manufacturer claims about the Tesla Model Y variants.
Variant
Standard range
Long-range
Dual motor (AWD)
Performance
Estimated
range
368
480
448
448
0-96 kmph in sec.
5.9
5.5
4.8
3.5
Top speed (kmph)
192
208
216
240
Estimated price in INR (excluding duties)
27,30,000
32,90,000
35,70,000
42,00,000
Tesla superchargers can offer a range of up to 270 km in just 15 minutes and there are more than 20,000 superchargers worldwide.
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