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Tesla Model Y Comparison
The new Tesla Model Y is a small SUV offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $55,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Rear-wheel Drive variant and topping out at $89,400 for the Performance.
There are 5 variants of the Model Y available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2025.
The Tesla Model Y is only available with an electric motor that produces 378kW and 590Nm of torque. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2025 Model Y is offered with a 4 year, 80,000 km warranty.
2025 Tesla Model Y
Rear-Wheel Drive, Automatic, 5-door SUV, Electric, RWD
From $55,900
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