2023 Tesla Model Y

Price

$65,400 - $92,020

Fuel Efficiency	N/A
ANCAP Rating	5-star
Warranty	7 years

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Price

$65,400 - $92,020

Fuel Efficiency	N/A
ANCAP Rating	5-star
Warranty	7 years

About the Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is available in three variants, is classed as a Medium SUV and is built in China. It uses a fully electric engine.

The Model Y range is offered with a 7 year, 80,000km warranty.

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Tesla Model Y Video Review

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Intro

Exterior

Interior

Infotainment

Safety Tech

Practicality

Charging

On the Road

0 - 100 km/h

Verdict

2022 Tesla Model Y (inc. 0-100) review

There's one major flaw to this SUV...

Date

June 22, 2022

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251,753

I've ordered a Tesla Model Y! And we've finally had the chance to drive one on Australian roads. Australia gets two variants of the Tesla Model Y - the entry level (tested here) and the Model Y Performance (which we are yet to test). Is it any good? Paul Maric finds out!

Tesla Model Y Price

What is the price of a Tesla Model Y?

2023 Tesla Model Y REAR-WHEEL DRIVE: $65,400
2023 Tesla Model Y LONG RANGE: $78,400
2023 Tesla Model Y PERFORMANCE: $92,020

All prices are manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and before on-road costs which vary state by state.

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Reviews

Our expert's reviews of the Tesla Model Y

News

All the latest Tesla Model Y news

The electric cars the CarExpert team would buy

Jade Credentino

As electric car sales grow in popularity in Australia, there's more and more variety on offer. Here, we share our favourites.

03 Sep 23

The mid-sized SUVs the CarExpert team would buy

Scott Collie

Mid-sized SUVs are selling like hotcakes in Australia, and there's plenty of choice out there. Here's what the CarExpert team would pick.

22 Jul 23

Tesla Model Y electric SUV outsells Ford Ranger

Scott Collie

You're looking at Australia's second-best selling car – at least, the second-best selling in June. It toppled the Ford Ranger.

05 Jul 23

Tesla Australia cuts its prices to new lows

Mike Costello

The drive-away price of a Tesla Model 3 in one Australian state is now just over $55,000, after a round of cuts.

01 Jul 23

Tesla dangles free Supercharging to drive EOFY sales

Jack Quick

Tesla is offering three months of free Supercharging on in-stock versions of the flagship Model 3 and Model Y Performance until June 30.

19 Jun 23

Tesla starts shipping cars with less charge

Jack Quick

Tesla has reportedly started shipping its EVs with a maximum 50 per cent state of charge and giving Supercharging credit to compensate customers.

01 Jun 23

Tesla Model Y spied with latest Autopilot tech - report

Jade Credentino

Photos captured show Tesla has started production of its Model Y with its latest Hardware 4 technology, complete with new cameras.

26 May 23

Tesla Model Y becomes world's best-selling car - report

William Stopford

According to an industry analyst, the Tesla Model Y was the world's best-selling car in the first quarter of 2023, pushing past a fleet of Toyotas.

26 May 23

BYD batteries bring faster charging to Tesla Model Y

Scott Collie

BYD's batteries are making for faster-charging Tesla Model Y SUVs in Germany, according to owners on a prominent forum.

23 May 23

Tesla sued by owners claiming software updates crippled batteries

Scott Collie

A group of Tesla owners alleges a recent software update cut range on their cars by at least 20 per cent.

18 May 23

Tesla increases Model 3, Model Y pricing again

Jack Quick

Tesla has upped the pricing of its Model 3 and Model Y once again in Australia following a recent price cut.

03 May 23

Tesla update brings new features to Australian vehicles

Jack Quick

The latest software for Tesla vehicles has brought a range of new features to Australian-delivered vehicles.

01 May 23

Tesla Model 3 and Y prices cut once again in Australia

Jack Quick

Tesla has once again cut the prices of its Model 3 and Model Y electric cars. This follows a price cut at the start of the year.

04 Apr 23

Tesla Model Y: Australia’s favourite electric SUV gets more range

Jack Quick

The Tesla Model Y Long Range is now available to order in Australia. First examples are estimated to arrive between May and June this year.

04 Apr 23

Podcast: Model Y Performance review

William Stopford

The CarExpert team is back for another week of podcasting, looking at the topics that made car news over the past week.

18 Mar 23

US regulator investigating Tesla for Model Y steering wheel failure

Jack Quick

The NHTSA in the US has found two instances where the steering wheel in the Tesla Model Y could fall off due to a missing bolt.

10 Mar 23

Tesla safety system fail causes crash in Sydney

William Stopford

Many Tesla owners have complained about their cars "phantom braking", and a video has shown such an occurrence leading to a collision.

08 Mar 23

Tesla details Model Y suspension changes, more updates coming

William Stopford

Tesla is giving its Model Y SUV a suspension upgrade this year, ahead of what could be an actual facelift set for 2024.

02 Mar 23

Tesla brings back perks for fans who help sell cars

Scott Collie

Do you own a Tesla? It's time to start pushing your friends to join the party, because you'll both benefit from 'credits' that can be redeemed for charging.

24 Feb 23

Tesla is addressing a big criticism of the Model Y

Scott Collie

A prominent Tesla tracker has spotted changes to the suspension on Model Y Performance models being delivered to Australia.

22 Feb 23

Tesla ups Model 3, Model Y prices again

Jack Quick

Pricing for the top-selling Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are up by $400 across the range, following a price cut earlier this year.

21 Feb 23

Tesla cuts Model 3 and Model Y prices in Australia

Jack Quick

Pricing for the top-selling Tesla Model 3 and Model Y have been slashed by up to $3400, as order and delivery fees slightly rise.

06 Jan 23

German tuner turns Tesla Model Y into off-roader

Mike Costello

Tuning company that makes modified G-Wagens and Amaroks turns its hand to the Tesla Model Y, giving it some rough road chops.

29 Dec 22

The top five reviews of 2022

Jack Quick

Here are the top five new car reviews that garnered the most attention from Australian readers during 2022.

28 Dec 22

Tesla Model Y tops ANCAP's safest cars of 2022 list

William Stopford

Two Chinese-built vehicles, both of which offer electric power, are among the safest vehicles under ANCAP testing criteria in 2022.

20 Dec 22

Australian Tesla vehicles get new features with latest update

Jack Quick

Tesla has introduced a raft of new features, including Apple Music, to its vehicles worldwide as part of the latest holiday update.

19 Dec 22

Tesla Model 3, Model Y recalled

Scott Collie

Tesla Australia has recalled more than 15,000 cars across the Model 3 and Model Y line-ups, but owners won't need to return to a dealer or service centre.

25 Nov 22

Is Tesla modifying cars and software specifically for crash testing?

Paul Maric

A Tesla decoder has found a number of additional software flags in cars destined for crash testing, potentially bringing crash test results into question.

13 Oct 22

Tesla Model Y tops SUV sales charts, number three overall

Mike Costello

The just-launched Model Y was the country's top-selling SUV in September, while Tesla as a brand outsold Volkswagen.

05 Oct 22

Tesla Model Y Performance wait times up by a couple of months

Mike Costello

Those ordering a Tesla Model Y Performance are being told they might need to wait up to nine months for delivery.

15 Sep 22

Tesla Model Y earns five-star ANCAP rating

William Stopford

The Tesla Model Y passed safety testing with flying colours, and even received the highest safety assist rating of any car to date.

07 Sep 22

Tesla Model Y: Australian deliveries begin

Mike Costello

Australians are finally taking delivery of their Tesla Model Y SUVs, as the company prepares for big sales growth in the second half of 2022.

10 Aug 22

Tesla Model Y prices increased already, Model 3 too

William Stopford

Tesla Model Y prices are up by between $3400 and $3640, just a week after orders opened in Australia. Model 3 prices are up as well.

17 Jun 22

Tesla offering new Enhanced Autopilot option in Australia

Scott Collie

Tesla buyers now have access to some of the features previously reserved for those who opted for Full Self-Driving, at around half the price.

17 Jun 22

Tesla Model Y deliveries blow out to 2023, production increasing

William Stopford

Just days after online orders opened, the Tesla Model Y's estimated delivery time has shifted from later this year to the first half of next year.

14 Jun 22

Tesla Model Y exceeds government EV rebate thresholds

Mike Costello

Dig into the fine print though, and it's actually more than a mere $150 over the EV rebate thresholds in NSW and Victoria.

10 Jun 22

2023 Tesla Model Y price and specs, delivery times confirmed

Scott Collie

The Tesla Model Y is finally available to order in Australia, with a starting price of $72,300 before on-road costs.

10 Jun 22

Tesla Model Y spied on Australian roads

Scott Collie

Tesla's hotly-anticipated Model Y crossover has been spied on Australian roads as its local launch nears.

09 Jun 22

Tesla Model Y receiving minor updates ahead of local launch - report

William Stopford

A new auxiliary battery and more double glazed windows are among the improvements we'll reportedly see on the Tesla Model Y when it launches here.

19 Apr 22

2022 Tesla Model Y Australian pricing leaked

Scott Collie

Pricing for the Tesla Model Y has been leaked, revealing the hotly-anticipated electric SUV could be priced below $70,000 before on-roads.

06 Apr 22

Tesla production paused at Shanghai due to COVID-19 lockdown - report

William Stopford

A four-day COVID-19 lockdown at Tesla's Shanghai Gigafactory won't help reduce growing waiting times for the Model 3.

29 Mar 22

Tesla removes control unit due to chip shortage - report

William Stopford

Tesla has removed a feature from its Model 3 and Model Y that will stop it from rolling out Level 3 technology over the air.

10 Feb 22

2022 Tesla Model Y: Further local details revealed

William Stopford

The Tesla Model Y is reportedly coming to Australia in three variants with a choice of two battery sizes.

26 Oct 21

Tesla moving to lithium iron phosphate batteries for standard-range electric cars

Jack Quick

Tesla has confirmed that it will now be globally producing its Model 3 and Model Y Standard Range vehicles solely with LFP battery chemistry.

22 Oct 21

2022 Tesla Model Y approved for sale in Australia

William Stopford

A government filing shows the Tesla Model Y has been approved for sale and will come with three different powertrain options.

21 Sep 21

Tesla Model Y Variants

What are the variants of the Tesla Model Y?

REAR-WHEEL DRIVE

FROM

$65,400

LONG RANGE

FROM

$78,400

PERFORMANCE

FROM

$92,020

Variant Name

REAR-WHEEL DRIVE

Price From

$65,400

Series

MY23

Style

5D WAGON

Transmission

N/A

Fuel Type

Electric

Fuel Economy

N/A

Seating Capacity

Engine Size

N/A

Cylinders

N/A

FULL SPECS

Tesla Model Y Warranty

What is the warranty period and kilometre limit for the Tesla Model Y?

The 2023 TESLA MODEL Y has a 7 year, 80,000km warranty.

Tesla Model Y Dimensions

The dimensions of the Tesla Model Y

The 2023 TESLA MODEL Y measures 4750mm long, 1978mm wide and 1624mm tall, with a 2890mm tall wheelbase.

The 2023 TESLA MODEL Y has a braked towing capacity of 1600kg and an unbraked towing capacity of 750kg.

Tesla Model Y Market Fit

Where does it fit in the competitor segment?

The Tesla Model Y is categorised as a Medium SUV and has a price range of $65,400 to $92,020.

Owner Reviews

Owner's reviews of the Tesla Model Y

2023 Tesla Model Y PERFORMANCE owner review

CarExpert.com.au

John Dwyer purchased this Tesla Model Y new for $105,000 (including all on-road costs). John Dwyer would buy this car again because: "I love the stereo, I love the quiet, I love the regenerative braking, I love the acceleration, I love the comfort, I love the control in the steering system but... I will go on to the next issue to explain my problems"

10 Jun 23

2022 Tesla Model Y RWD owner review

CarExpert.com.au

Luke C purchased this Tesla Model Y new with additional options for $72,000 (including all on-road costs). Luke C would buy this car again because: "The Model Y his the absolute sweet spot for me. It has fantastic utility being and SUV and having loads of storage, is priced well compared with the competition, and its main drawcard obviously being that it's electric.

20 Oct 22

Frequently Asked Questions

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The Tesla Model Y range kicks off from $65,400 (plus on-road costs) for the "Model Y REAR-WHEEL DRIVE" variant and finishes at $92,020 (plus on-road costs) for the "Model Y PERFORMANCE" variant.

The Tesla Model Y is built in China and is then shipped to Australia.

The Tesla Model Y has a braked towing capacity of 1600kg and an unbraked towing capacity of 750kg.

The Tesla Model Y has a five star ANCAP safety rating out of five.

The Tesla Model Y has a fully electric engine and does not use any fuel.

The Tesla Model Y has 5 doors.

In our latest review the Tesla Model Y scored 8.7 out of 10. Read the full Tesla Model Y review here.

The Tesla Model Y had a 7 year, 80,000km warranty.

Variants from previous years

2022 Tesla Model Y

2023 Tesla Model Y

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About the Tesla Model Y

Video Review

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2022 Tesla Model Y (inc. 0-100) review

Tesla Model Y Price

Reviews

2023 Tesla Model Y Performance review

2023 Tesla Model Y RWD review

Why I bought a Tesla Model Y

2023 Tesla Model Y review

2022 Tesla Model Y review: First drive

News

The electric cars the CarExpert team would buy

The mid-sized SUVs the CarExpert team would buy

Tesla Model Y electric SUV outsells Ford Ranger

Tesla Australia cuts its prices to new lows

Tesla dangles free Supercharging to drive EOFY sales

Tesla starts shipping cars with less charge

Tesla Model Y spied with latest Autopilot tech - report

Tesla Model Y becomes world's best-selling car - report

BYD batteries bring faster charging to Tesla Model Y

Tesla sued by owners claiming software updates crippled batteries

Tesla increases Model 3, Model Y pricing again

Tesla update brings new features to Australian vehicles

Tesla Model 3 and Y prices cut once again in Australia

Tesla Model Y: Australia’s favourite electric SUV gets more range

Podcast: Model Y Performance review

US regulator investigating Tesla for Model Y steering wheel failure

Tesla safety system fail causes crash in Sydney

Tesla details Model Y suspension changes, more updates coming

Tesla brings back perks for fans who help sell cars

Tesla is addressing a big criticism of the Model Y

Tesla ups Model 3, Model Y prices again

Tesla cuts Model 3 and Model Y prices in Australia

German tuner turns Tesla Model Y into off-roader

The top five reviews of 2022

Tesla Model Y tops ANCAP's safest cars of 2022 list

Australian Tesla vehicles get new features with latest update

Tesla Model 3, Model Y recalled

Is Tesla modifying cars and software specifically for crash testing?

Tesla Model Y tops SUV sales charts, number three overall

Tesla Model Y Performance wait times up by a couple of months

Tesla Model Y earns five-star ANCAP rating

Tesla Model Y: Australian deliveries begin

Tesla Model Y prices increased already, Model 3 too

Tesla offering new Enhanced Autopilot option in Australia

Tesla Model Y deliveries blow out to 2023, production increasing

Tesla Model Y exceeds government EV rebate thresholds

2023 Tesla Model Y price and specs, delivery times confirmed

Tesla Model Y spied on Australian roads

Tesla Model Y receiving minor updates ahead of local launch - report

2022 Tesla Model Y Australian pricing leaked

Tesla production paused at Shanghai due to COVID-19 lockdown - report

Tesla removes control unit due to chip shortage - report

2022 Tesla Model Y: Further local details revealed

Tesla moving to lithium iron phosphate batteries for standard-range electric cars

2022 Tesla Model Y approved for sale in Australia

Tesla Model Y Variants

Tesla Model Y Warranty

Tesla Model Y Dimensions

Tesla Model Y Market Fit

Owner Reviews

2023 Tesla Model Y PERFORMANCE owner review

2022 Tesla Model Y RWD owner review

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Variants from previous years

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