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Used 2020 Tesla Model Y SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The Tesla Model Y is a fully electric small luxury SUV with seating for five people. Tesla says an optional third-row seat (with seating for two more people) will be coming out in 2021. The Model Y is currently available for order in two trim levels: Long Range and Performance, both of which use all-wheel drive.

Long Range
Capability and features include:

  • 316 miles of range, with Tesla-cited 0-60 mph time of 4.8 seconds
  • 19-inch wheels
  • 15-inch touchscreen
  • Power-adjustable front seats with heating
  • Panoramic glass roof
  • 14-speaker premium audio system
  • Four USB ports

All Model Ys also come with:

  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Model Y and the car in front)
  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane keeping assist (steers the Model Y back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
  • Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)

Performance
Has the same feature but with:

  • Enhanced powertrain for a Tesla-cited 0-60 mph time of 3.5 seconds (range of 315 miles)

Main options for the Model Y include:

  • Full Self-Driving Capability option (provides additional semi-automated driving assistance features, such as automatic lane changes when driving on the highway)
  • Performance Upgrade for the Performance trim. It adds bigger 21-inch wheels and sport-tuned suspension and brakes (reduces range to 280-291 miles). Note that Tesla made this upgrade standard equipment for the Performance trim midway through the model year.
  • Tow hitch (adds a Class II tow hitch for lightweight trailers up to 3,500 pounds)

Which Model Y trim does Edmunds recommend?

With electric vehicles, having more range is never a bad thing. Because of that, we'd recommend the all-wheel-drive Long Range version, which, according to the EPA, can go 316 miles on a single charge. (Note that Tesla recommends only charging to 90% to avoid shortening battery life.)

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
Satellite radio
Not available
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Not available
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
standard
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
leatherette
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
rear wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
Not available
Not available
Engine torque
Not available
Not available
Engine displacement
Not available
Not available
Engine configuration
Electric
Electric
Transmission
1-speed direct drive
1-speed direct drive
Tire size
235/45R18
255/45R19
Wheel size
18 X 8.5-in
19 X 9.5-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
Not applicable
Not applicable
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
N/A / N/A / N/A MPGe
129 / 112 / 121 MPGe
Fuel Capacity
Not applicable
Not applicable
Driving Range (city/hwy)
See EPA Electricity Range
See EPA Electricity Range
Fuel Type
electric
electric
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Battery

Battery

EPA Electricity Range
300 mi.
315 mi.
EPA KWh / 100 mi.
N/A
28
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V)
N/A
10.0 hr.
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
N/A
39.8 ft.
Curb weight
4,416 lb.
Ground Clearance
6.6 in.
6.6 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
83.8 in.
83.8 in.
Overall Width without Mirrors
75.6 in.
75.6 in.
Height
63.9 in.
63.9 in.
Length
187.0 in.
187.0 in.
Wheelbase
113.8 in.
113.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
Front Head Room
41.0 in.
41.0 in.
Front Leg Room
41.8 in.
41.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room
56.4 in.
56.4 in.
Rear Head Room
39.4 in.
39.4 in.
Rear Leg Room
40.5 in.
40.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.0 in.
54.0 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$49,352
$51,931
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.66
$0.69
Depreciation
$13,257
$15,199
Financing
$4,128
$4,310
Taxes & Fees
$2,612
$2,691
Fuel
$7,090
$7,090
Insurance
$10,985
$10,985
Maintenance
$3,494
$3,386
Repairs
$7,786
$8,270
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Colors

Colors

Interior
All Black, leatherette
Black and White, leatherette
All Black, leatherette
Black and White, leatherette
Exterior
Midnight Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Metallic
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Red Multi-Coat
Solid Black
Midnight Silver Metallic
Deep Blue Metallic
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Red Multi-Coat
Solid Black