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Shane O'Donoghue
2026 Tesla Model Y Standard review: Quick drive
Tesla has found a way to make its popular Model Y SUV even more affordable. But do the budget cuts make for a lesser EV?
3 Days Ago
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Tesla Model Y Comparison
The new Tesla Model Y is a Suv Medium Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $58,900 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Rear-wheel Drive variant and topping out at $89,400 for the Performance.
There are 3 variants of the Model Y available in Australia and this generation went on sale in November of 2025.
The Tesla Model Y is only available with an electric motor that produces 274kW and 509Nm of torque. Both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2026 Model Y is offered with a 4 year, 80,000 km warranty.
Latest Tesla Model Y News and Reviews
Shane O'Donoghue
2026 Tesla Model Y Standard review: Quick drive
Tesla has found a way to make its popular Model Y SUV even more affordable. But do the budget cuts make for a lesser EV?
3 Days Ago
Ben Zachariah
Evidence grows of budget Tesla models for Australia
New moves by Tesla suggest the company is preparing to launch new, cheaper Standard variants in Australia.
6 Days Ago
William Stopford
Which mid-size SUV should you buy for under $60,000?
There are over 30 mid-size SUVs available for under $60,000, with brands from BYD to Mazda and Zeekr offering one. These are our favourites.
9 Days Ago
William Stopford
2026 Tesla Model Y tweaks include bigger screen, but prices unchanged
Changes for the recently updated Tesla Model Y for 2026 comprise a darker headliner and a fractionally larger screen.
22 Days Ago
CarExpert
Why Tesla’s Supercharger Network is still the benchmark for EV charging
SPONSORED: Tesla’s electric vehicle charging network is still the most complete and dependable EV fast-charging solution in Australia.
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Alborz Fallah
Tesla Australia sales slump in 2025, dragged down by Model 3
Tesla Model Y sales may have increased slightly in 2025, but the brand's sales took a big hit thanks to a slumping Model 3.
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Derek Fung
Tesla Model Y: Long-wheelbase model gains EU approval - report
The six-seat Tesla Model Y L is reportedly approved for sale in Europe, which increases its chances of being offered in Australia.
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The future of car servicing: How Tesla is redefining fleet efficiency and ownership
SPONSORED: How Tesla is rewriting the rulebook on vehicle fleet management for savvy Australian businesses.
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