Cost of Tesla Model Y in the U.S. during August 2025
Introducing the 2025 Tesla Model Y: Affordable Luxury and Advanced Technology
The Tesla Model Y, now available in the United States, offers a compelling blend of range, advanced technology, comfort, and driver assistance systems at competitive prices. Starting at $44,990 for the Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) version and $48,990 for the Long Range All-Wheel Drive (AWD), the Model Y provides an electric range of up to approximately 447 miles for the AWD model[1][2][5].
The Model Y is designed to broaden access to high-end electric vehicles, with lease deals starting at $399 per month for the Long Range RWD model and $499 per month for the AWD version[1][3][5].
Safety and Performance
The Model Y is built with safety in mind, featuring a structure that absorbs energy in case of a collision and airbags for occupant protection[1]. Additionally, the vehicle includes active safety features like forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane departure warning[1].
Both Model Y versions share the same maximum rapid charging capacity[1]. The All-Wheel Drive version offers around 526 kilometers of estimated range on a full charge, while the Rear-Wheel Drive version boasts an impressive 575 kilometers[1]. The Rear-Wheel Drive model can add more kilometers in the same charging period, with 293 km in 15 minutes compared to 272 km in the All-Wheel Drive[1].
Advanced Features and Connectivity
The Model Y offers a range of advanced features to enhance comfort and convenience. The vehicle includes front cameras for enhanced visibility, and both the All-Wheel Drive and Rear-Wheel Drive versions come equipped with blind-spot monitoring with warning lights and on-screen visualizations[1].
The Model Y features a 39.12 cm central touchscreen display and a 20.32 cm one for rear passengers, allowing for easy control of climate and entertainment systems[1]. The vehicle also offers enhanced connectivity with automatic door unlocking and fast data downloads[1].
The Model Y provides detour time estimates and recommends charging options along the route, making long trips more manageable[1].
Luxury and Technology
The Model Y occupies a middle ground between Tesla's Model 3 sedan and the larger Model X SUV in terms of size, price, and performance, being more affordable than the Model X but roomier than the Model 3[4]. The vehicle offers a combination of range, advanced technology, comfort, rapid charging options, and driver assistance systems, positioning it well against other electric SUVs on the market[1][2][4][5].
The 2025 refresh also reintroduced a three-row, seven-seat configuration, enhancing passenger capacity compared to many competitors[2]. The Model Y features a full-width light bar both front and rear, a touchscreen specifically for rear passengers, powered rear seats, configurable ambient interior lighting, and improved suspension for enhanced comfort[2][4].
The Model Y offers Tesla’s “Full Self-Driving (Supervised)” advanced driver-assistance system as an option (normally an $8,000 upgrade)[2][4]. The vehicle also includes heat pump technology for better cabin heating efficiency, first introduced with the Model Y and now in other Tesla models[2][4].
In summary, the 2025 Tesla Model Y is competitively priced starting just under $45,000, offers a long electric range of up to approximately 447 miles for the Long Range AWD, features updated luxury and tech interior touches, and retains Tesla’s strong performance and self-driving capability suite, positioning it well against other electric SUVs on the market[1][2][4][5].
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