2023 Tesla Model Y

Despite its quirky aesthetics and ergonomics, the Model Y Performance is a devastatingly quick way to transpo the family with zero emissions.

With new competition coming at it from all angles, does the Tesla Model Y still stand out as an EV you should consider buying?

I bought a Tesla Model Y. What was the buying experience like and what issues have I had? Let me explain how it went!

It's the most anticipated EV launch of the year for Australia. Does the Tesla Model Y live up to the hype?

Tesla scored a smash hit with the Model 3 compact saloon. Surely an SUV version is certain for even greater success?

Tesla has been forced to pay penalties to Australia's consumer watchdog after failing to comply with button battery safety guidelines.

A Chinese company is offering a lift kit for the Tesla Model Y that adds up to five extra inches of ground clearance.

The Tesla Model 3 and Model Y can now be wrapped in seven "exclusive" colours at certain service centres in the US.

Tesla vehicles now get a new safety feature that sees the hazard lights flash rapidly after an airbag is deployed.

The Tesla Model Y has received minor changes inside and out in China, as well as more range and performance on certain models.

Tesla owners in a hurry can now spend $3000 to make their Model Y Long Range faster in a straight line.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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"

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.