Comparison
Tesla Model S vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 410 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Tesla Model Y $86,630 vs $59,900
Faster charging Tesla Model S 31 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 6.3 vs 3.7
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 320 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model Y
$187/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 33 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 281 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Tesla Model S | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Model S | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $86,630 | $59,900 |
| Range | 410 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 96 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| DC max | 250 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 31 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 88.7 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 120 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 211 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 155 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 25 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,527 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 320 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 33 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model Y looks better ($187/mi vs $211/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (6.3 vs 3.7).
Tesla Model S6.3 Tesla Model Y3.7 250 kW31 min 331 kW33 min
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