The 2022 Tesla Model Y: This model packs the highest high-voltage lithium-ion battery capacity at 81kWh, thanks in part to battery cell and structural battery pack technology upgrades.

Older and 2023 Tesla Model Y: Other model years for this electric car typically feature a 75 kWh battery.

In the rear-wheel drive (RWD) base model, the Model Y battery gets about 279 miles of range. When paired with the dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain in Long Range and Performance models, both the 81kWh and 75 kWh batteries offer the following specs:

2022-2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range:

Maximum estimated range

of 330 miles

2022-2023 Tesla Model Y Performance: Top speed of 155 mph

Every new Model Y battery is also protected by

Tesla’s Battery and Drive Unit Limited Warranty

. Both the Model Y Long Range and Performance are covered for eight years or 120,000 miles, whichever comes first.

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Tesla Model Y battery range and charging specs

The table below summarizes EPA ratings for battery capacity, estimated miles of range, and charging time for all Tesla Model Y model years.

Model year	Trim	Battery capacity	EPA Range	Charging time @ 240V
2020	Long Range	75 kWh	316 mi	10 hr
2020	Performance	75 kWh	315 mi	10 hr
2021	Long Range	75 kWh	326 mi	10 hr
2021	Performance	75 kWh	303 mi	10 hr
2022	Long Range	81 kWh	330 mi	11.5 hr
2022	Performance	81 kWh	303 mi	11.8 hr
2023	Base model	75 kWh	279 mi	11.5 hr
2023	Long Range	75 kWh	330 mo	11.5 hr
2023	Performance	75 kWh	303 mi	11.8 hr

Keep in mind: Actual capacity and range can vary by model and real-world driving conditions. Charging times can also vary based on the model’s fast charging capability and whether you use a standard charger or a Tesla Supercharger.

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Model Y battery vs. the competition

In addition to an impressive battery, the Tesla Model Y offers the following customer appeal:

Versatile interior seating

Expanded

frunk (that’s “front trunk”) and trunk capacity

Sleek exterior design What makes the Model

It seems like the Tesla Y has a leg up on the competition in the design department, but let’s take a closer look at how this Musk-approved crossover fares against other electric vehicles in terms of battery performance:

Model	Battery capacity	Maximum range
2022 Tesla Model Y	81 kWh	330 mi
2022 Tesla Model 3	50–82 kwh	358 mi
2022 Tesla Model S	100 kWh	412 mi
2022 Kia EV6	58–77 kWh	310 mi
2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5	58–77 kWh	303 mi
2022 Nissan Leaf	40–62 kWh	226 mi
2022 Audi e-tron S	95 kWh	208 mi
2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E	70–91 kWh	312 mi
2022 Jaguar I-PACE	90 kWh	222 mi

Keep in mind: As more electric trucks like the

Ford F-150 Lightning

start to roll out, their battery size and power are likely to blow the Model Y out of the water. However, an electric truck’s battery is designed for strength. Tesla still reigns supreme when it comes to standard range.

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