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Tesla Model Y Comparison
The new Tesla Model Y is a medium SUV available in Australia from $63,963 (driveaway) for the Premium Rear-Wheel Drive variant and topping out at $95,988 for the Performance variant.
There are 3 variants of the Model Y available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2025.
The new Model Y is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Tesla Model Y include electric motor (188kW/355Nm), electric motor (274kW/509Nm) and electric motor (393kW/693Nm). Both rear-wheel drive and 4x4 configurations are available.
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