2021 Tesla Model Y Electric

The choice between the two depends on what you value more: the Long Range's longer range and longer capacity, or the Performance's faster acceleration. In most cases, we suggest the Long Range for EV shoppers. Aside from having decent performance, it has an impressive range of 326 miles, and it is reasonably priced.

Tesla's Model Y comes in two trim levels for 2021: Long Range and Performance. Both models offer the same features as standard and optional. The Tesla Model Y Long Range starts at $60,440 and the Tesla Model Y Performance starts at $65,440.  Even so, Model Y is still much cheaper than many of its competitors, who offer far fewer features and trims.

As mentioned, both the trims come equipped with plenty of standard features like a 15-inch touch screen, four USB ports, a 14-speaker stereo, a Wi-Fi hot spot, keyless entry, automatic climate control, black synthetic leather upholstery, heated and 12-way power-adjustable front seats, heated rear seats, heated side mirrors, a panoramic glass roof, a power liftgate, and 19-inch wheels.

Tesla is known for its exceptionally efficient electric powertrains and impressive range, and the Model Y is no exception. EPA ratings for the Model Y's Long Range battery setup are 131 MPGe equivalent in the city and 117 MPGe on the highway. Performance Model Y 2021 boasts 115 MPGe in the city and 106 MPGe on the highway.  A single charge of the Model Y Long Range is estimated to cover 326 miles. The Performance model offers 303 miles of driving range. In addition to that Tesla has over 35,000 Superchargers worldwide so charging your Tesla is easy and hassle-free when on the go. 

The 2021 Tesla Model Y is the leader of the pack in terms of fuel economy. It has more MPGe combined than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach e, 2021 Audi e-Tron Sportback, and 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge by 25 MPGe, 48 MPGe, and 46 MPGe. in addition to that, with Model Y you can drive it for longer distances than its direct rivals- 83 miles, 112 miles, and 122 miles respectively. According to the data, the Tesla Model Y 2021 Proves to be the most economical mid-size electric SUV.

"Updated like a smartphone, the Tesla Model Y has features that complete the Tesla tech experience."- The Car Connection

This Tesla cabin features clean, modern styling that's attractive and stands out from the crowd.  In its standard two-row configuration, the Model Y seats five people, but you can add a third row that lets you seat two additional people. Even for passengers who are taller than average, the front seats are soft and supportive as they offer enough headroom and legroom. The rear-row seating is cavernous which is comfortable for the adult passengers seated at the back. The seating upholstery and dashboard design have two color options that you can go for - Black & White Leatherette or All Black Leatherette. 

It has some unique creature comforts such as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, simulated leather upholstery, and heated front and rear seats as standard which make the cabin plush. The elevated seating position makes the outward visibility of the Tesla Model Y more than its counterparts in this segment. The roofline is an all-glass roof that not only provides a view above but also sunlight inside the cabin. The Model Y's infotainment system is very intuitive as all its active safety features, DAS features, HVAC controls, and connected features can be accessed via its 15-inch touchscreen. Tesla Model Y 2021 incorporates various ways to access it- Smartphone, Key Card as well as a key fob priced at $150. 

The 2021 Tesla Model Y is offering the most cargo space with respect to its direct competition the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach e, 2021 Audi e-Tron Sportback and 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge. It is having 0.5 cu-ft, 1.7 cu.-ft, and 14.2 cu-ft of cargo space more than its rivals respectively. In addition to that, the 2021 Tesla Model Y offers more headroom in the second row than its competition by 1.1 inches, 0.4 inches, and 1.1 inches respectively. For this reason, taller Americans would prefer the Model Y 2021 to an XC40 Recharge or a Mustang Mach-E.

"We love the driving character of this Tesla: the huge windscreen raised ride height and thin pillars give you a huge view and, with the short bonnet at the front, it feels van-like to move around town."- Auto Trader

The 2021 Tesla Model Y’s sculpted shape is sleek and sporty, while still staying true to the design principles that have made Tesla renowned for their high-performance vehicles. It sports a black grille in the front, black door handles and black fender flares on the side, and an integrated spoiler at the rear to improve its aerodynamic ability. 

The front and rear lights feature LED illumination, which provides a clear view of the road ahead. This car has a higher ground clearance than most cars of its kind. Performance trim builds on 21-inch Uberturbine alloy wheels while Long Range rides on 19-inch alloy wheels. It comes with 5 exterior color options in both the trims- Red Multi-Coat, Deep Blue Metallic, Midnight Silver Metallic, Pearl White Multi-Coat, and Solid Black.  

The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach e is lighter than the 2021 Tesla Model Y, 2021 Audi e-Tron Sportback and 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge by 22 lbs, 1305 lbs and 346 lbs respectively. We can conclude with the figures that the 2021 Tesla Model Y and 2021 Mustang Mach e is having more power to weight ratio than their competition. The 2021 XC40 is having more ground clearance than the 2021 Model Y and 2021 Mustang Mach e by 0.3 inches and 1.2 inches respectively.

Some standout exterior features of the 2021 Tesla Model Y include:

• 19-inch/21-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires
• LED headlamps and LED taillamps
• LED DRLs
• Adaptive LED headlamps
• Power tailgate

There is a no safer, smarter, or more versatile car on the road than Tesla Model Y. Overall, the 2021 Tesla Model Y earned five stars from NHTSA, five stars in the side crash, five stars in the rollover test, and five stars in the frontal crash. The 2021 Tesla Model Y has got a Top Safety Pick + rating from the IIHS. To date there have been 13 recalls, 4 investigations, and 587 complaints registered to its name. Beyond its impressive rating, the Tesla Model Y features plethora of safety features to ensure the safety of its passengers. In addition to Autopilot, there are several standard systems that include forward collision warning, automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, lane keep assist, and 's surround-view parking cams with proximity sensors. There is also a connected feature incorporated in this year's Model Y and that is Tesla Vision that detects nearby cars subsequently helping prevent collisions and assist with parking.  

Safety features:

• Lane keep assist
• Lane departure warning
• Forward collision warning
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Automatic emergency braking
• Rearview camera
• Surround-view parking camera system
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Tire Pressure Monitoring system
• Traction control with brake assist
• Available Automated parking
• Available Automated lane changing

2021 Tesla Model Y vs 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-e

In terms of powertrain performance, the 2021 Tesla Model Y has an upper hand on the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach e. The MPGe ratings of the 2021 Tesla Model Y is better than the 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E. Having said that, Mach e is a lot cheaper than the Model Y- $27,145. 

2021 Tesla Model Y vs 2021 Audi e-Tron Sportback

The 2021 Tesla Model Y massively outperforms the 2021 Audi e-Tron Sportback in the power and 0-60 mph test. The instant torque of the Audi e-Tron is more than that of the 2021 Tesla Model Y, however, its 0-60 mph falls short of 1.95 secs. There are more creature comforts incorporated into the cabin of the Tesla Model Y than that of the Audi e-Tron Sportback. 

2021 Tesla Model Y vs 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge

The 2021 Tesla Model Y and the 2021 Volvo XC40 Recharge feature excellent automatic driving assistance technologies that make heavy traffic less stressful and navigating a pleasure. The safety features incorporated in both of them are more or less the same in quantity and quality. The vast Supercharging stations located across the country make Tesla more practical to own than a Volvo XC40. 

There is no doubt that the Tesla Model Y is an excellent SUV. Despite its size, it accelerates, handles, and corners well in all situations. Although the ride is firm, it is not uncomfortable. With the Model Y's impressive range and efficiency, it is a better choice than many other EVs due to its excellent safety ratings from both the governing bodies.  Despite its minimalistic cabin, the Model Y represents a solid value for money option when it comes to electric SUVs.