How much does the Tesla Model Y cost in Australia?

As of October 2026 the Model Y RWD costs $58,900 before on-road costs. The Long Range AWD is $68,900, the six-seat Model Y L is $74,900 and the Performance is $84,900 after a $4,500 cut on 1 October 2026. All variants currently qualify for the EV FBT exemption.

What is the real-world range of the Tesla Model Y?

Australian Automobile Association testing in December 2025 measured the RWD at 450 km against its 466 km lab figure. Expect roughly 490 to 540 km from the Long Range, 480 to 520 km from the Performance and 560 to 610 km from the Model Y L. Highway speeds and towing cut range.

Can the Tesla Model Y tow?

Yes. All Tesla Model Y variants are rated to tow up to 1,588 kg braked. That covers single-axle box trailers, jet skis, small boats, and lightweight caravans. It is one of the highest tow ratings among electric SUVs in this price range.

Does the Tesla Model Y have V2L?

Yes, on newer builds. Tesla's $145 Outlet Adapter plugs into the charge port and supplies up to 3.5 kW. It launched on the Model Y L in May 2026 and has since been enabled on 2026-build Model Ys, but it can't be retrofitted to every older car. Check your build with Tesla first.

Is the Tesla Model Y better than the BYD Sealion 7?

They compete closely. The BYD Sealion 7 starts at $49,990 with more standard features and BYD's 6-year warranty. The Tesla Model Y RWD costs $8,910 more but offers towing (1,588 kg vs 0 kg for base Sealion 7), the Supercharger network, and over-the-air updates. If budget matters, the Sealion 7. If towing and charging network matter, the Model Y.

What warranty does the Tesla Model Y have?

Model Ys delivered from 1 January 2026 get a 5-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, up from 4 years and 80,000 km. The battery and drive unit are covered for 8 years or 160,000 km on the RWD and 8 years or 192,000 km on other variants, with 70% capacity retention.

Tesla Model Y Review Australia 2026

The Tesla Model Y is the best-selling electric car in Australia. Not the best-selling EV, the best-selling car, full stop, in some months. The Juniper refresh brought a cleaner design, an improved interior, and the new six-seat Model Y L, which was the first Tesla in Australia to offer V2L. In 2026 Tesla also moved to a 5-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty and cut the Performance price.

The lineup now spans four variants from $58,900 to $84,900 before on-road costs, as of October 2026. The range covers daily commuters, families, road-trippers, and performance buyers. Competition has intensified, the BYD Sealion 7, Zeekr 7X, and Kia EV6 are all strong alternatives, but the Model Y’s combination of range, towing, charging network, and resale value keeps it at the top.

Here is how every variant stacks up in 2026.

Specs at a glance

Spec	Model Y RWD	Model Y Long Range	Model Y Performance	Model Y L
Price (before on-roads, Oct 2026)	$58,900	$68,900	$84,900	$74,900
Battery (press estimate)	~62 kWh LFP	~79 kWh	~79 kWh	~82 kWh
Range (WLTP)	466 km	600 km	580 km	681 km
Motor	Single, rear	Dual	Dual	Dual
Drive	RWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
0–100 km/h	5.9 sec	4.3 sec	3.5 sec	4.5 sec
DC charging	175 kW	250 kW	250 kW	250 kW
V2L	Via $145 adapter (2026 builds)	Via $145 adapter (2026 builds)	Via $145 adapter (2026 builds)	Via $145 adapter
Towing	1,588 kg	1,588 kg	1,588 kg	1,588 kg
Seats	5	5	5	6
Vehicle warranty	5 yr / unlimited km	5 yr / unlimited km	5 yr / unlimited km	5 yr / unlimited km
Battery warranty	8 yr / 160,000 km	8 yr / 192,000 km	8 yr / 192,000 km	8 yr / 192,000 km

Tesla doesn’t publish battery capacities, so those figures are Australian press estimates. The 0–100 times for the Long Range and Model Y L are for 2027 model-year cars on sale from October 2026. Tesla’s Australian Model Y page has the current configurator prices.

Pricing and variants

Model Y RWD, $58,900 before on-road costs

The entry point and the volume seller. Single rear motor, an LFP battery of around 62 kWh, 466 km WLTP range. At $58,900 it sits above the BYD Sealion 7 ($49,990) and just above the Zeekr 7X RWD ($57,900).

The 466 km range covers any daily scenario, and it holds up: the Australian Automobile Association’s Real-World Testing Program measured 450 km in December 2025. DC charging tops out at 175 kW, slower than the Long Range and Performance but still fast enough for a 30–35 minute Supercharger stop (10–80%). The real selling points are the 1,588 kg towing, Tesla’s Supercharger network, and strong resale values.

Model Y Long Range, $68,900 before on-road costs

Dual motor AWD, a battery of around 79 kWh, 600 km WLTP range. The $10,000 step up from RWD gets you AWD traction, 134 km more rated range, 250 kW DC charging and, on 2027 model-year cars, 4.3-second acceleration. Real-world range of 490–540 km means comfortable Melbourne-to-Albury or Sydney-to-Canberra highway runs.

250 kW charging at a V3 Supercharger brings 10–80% times down to about 27 minutes. This is where the Tesla charging advantage is most apparent, no other network in Australia matches this speed and reliability consistently.

Model Y Performance, $84,900 before on-road costs

The fast one. 3.5 seconds to 100 km/h, lowered suspension, track mode, and 580 km WLTP range. Performance tuning and the larger wheels make this a sportier drive than the Long Range, at the cost of 20 km of rated range. Tesla cut the price by $4,500 on 1 October 2026, from $89,400, and premium paint is now an extra-cost option.

At $84,900 it sits under the $91,661 FBT luxury car threshold, so it qualifies for the exemption on a novated lease today. That changes for leases committed to from 1 April 2027: under Treasury’s draft law, cars above a $75,000 base value get only a 25% FBT discount. If you want a Performance on a novated lease, the timing of your order matters.

Model Y L, $74,900 before on-road costs

The six-seater. A battery of around 82 kWh delivers 681 km WLTP range, the longest of any Tesla sold in Australia. Six seats in a 2+2+2 configuration (not a cramped third row, genuine second- and third-row space). It was the first Tesla in Australia to support V2L, through Tesla’s $145 Outlet Adapter.

The Model Y L targets families who need the extra seats and buyers who want maximum range. 681 km WLTP translates to roughly 560–610 km real-world, enough for Sydney to Canberra and back without charging. At $74,900 it costs $6,000 more than the five-seat Long Range and $10,000 less than the Performance. It sits almost exactly on the $75,000 line that matters for novated leases from April 2027, so check the base value on your quote.

All variants are eligible for the FBT exemption under Australia’s Electric Car Discount as of October 2026. See our novated lease EV guide for savings calculations.

Range and charging

Real-world range

In typical Australian conditions, 110 km/h highways, air conditioning, mixed driving, expect roughly 82–90% of the WLTP number:

Variant	WLTP range	Real-world estimate
RWD	466 km	450 km measured by AAA (Dec 2025); 380–420 km at sustained 110 km/h
Long Range	600 km	490–540 km
Performance	580 km	480–520 km
Model Y L	681 km	560–610 km

Towing impact: Towing a 1,000 kg trailer at highway speeds cuts range by roughly 40–50%. The RWD’s 380–420 km highway range drops to roughly 200–250 km when towing. The Long Range and Model Y L are better choices if you plan to tow regularly.

For more on range factors, see our EV range guide.

Charging speeds

Method	RWD	Long Range / Performance / L
10A household outlet	2.3 kW / ~27 hours	2.3 kW / ~34 hours
7 kW wall charger	~9 hours	~11 hours
Tesla Wall Connector (11 kW)	~5.5 hours	~7 hours
Supercharger (DC)	175 kW / ~30 min (10–80%)	250 kW / ~27 min (10–80%)

Home charging: A Tesla Wall Connector on three-phase delivers 11 kW and is the ideal setup. On single-phase, any 7 kW wall charger handles an overnight charge for all variants.

Supercharger network: Tesla’s biggest competitive advantage. The Supercharger network is the largest, most reliable, and fastest DC network in Australia. 250 kW speeds at most locations, transparent pricing (45–55 c/kWh), and well-maintained stations. Competitors rely on Chargefox, Evie, and NRMA, good networks, but less consistent.

For solar-powered home charging, see our solar EV charging guide.

Running costs

Tariff	Cost per 100 km (RWD)
Off-peak (18 c/kWh)	~$2.70
Flat rate (32 c/kWh)	~$4.80
Solar (free)	$0
Supercharger (50 c/kWh)	~$7.50

Compare that to a petrol equivalent (Toyota RAV4 2.5L at 7.8 L/100km and $2.10/L): $16.40 per 100 km. The Model Y is 3–6 times cheaper to run depending on your charging source.

Use our EV charging cost calculator to model savings for your driving distance.

Towing

The Model Y is one of the few electric SUVs under $90,000 with a serious towing rating. All variants tow up to 1,588 kg braked, enough for:

Single-axle box trailers
Jet skis and small boats
Lightweight camper trailers (under 1,500 kg)
Car trailers (with a light car)

What it cannot tow: Full-size caravans (typically 1,800–2,500 kg) and dual-axle trailers. For those, you need an ICE vehicle or a larger EV like the BMW iX.

Towing range impact: Budget 40–50% range reduction at highway speeds with a 1,000 kg load. Plan Supercharger stops accordingly. The Long Range and Model Y L are the better towing variants, more range to absorb the penalty.

The towing hitch is a Tesla accessory ($700–$900 installed). It is not standard, factor it into your purchase.

Interior and technology

The Juniper refresh brought a cleaner interior with improved materials, but the core philosophy remains: minimal switches, maximum screen.

Key features (all variants):

15.4-inch central touchscreen, all vehicle controls, navigation, entertainment
8-inch rear passenger screen, entertainment and climate for rear seats
No instrument cluster, speed displayed on the central screen
Ambient lighting, customisable colour strips
Wireless Apple CarPlay, not available. Tesla does not support CarPlay or Android Auto
Over-the-air updates, regular software improvements

Model Y L adds:

Six-seat 2+2+2 configuration with second-row captain’s chairs
V2L capability (up to 3.5 kW from the charge port via the $145 Outlet Adapter, now also supported on 2026-build five-seat cars)
Extended rear cargo area

The no-CarPlay situation is the same as the Model 3, a dealbreaker for some, irrelevant for others. Tesla’s native apps (Spotify, navigation, podcasts) work well, but you cannot mirror your phone.

Material quality has improved with Juniper. Better panel gaps, softer dash materials, and less road noise than pre-refresh models. Still not at the level of the Zeekr 7X or BMW iX1 interiors, but a meaningful step forward.

Practicality

Boot space: 822 litres rear boot (seats up) plus a 116-litre front trunk, per Australian review measurements. Total 938 litres is exceptional for a mid-size SUV, and the flat floor and deep boot take large loads well. With rear seats folded: 2,022 litres.

Model Y L: The six-seat layout reduces boot space somewhat, but the third row folds flat. Second-row captain’s chairs mean no middle seat, better comfort for two passengers, less flexibility for three.

Size: 4,751 mm long, 1,921 mm wide, 1,624 mm tall. A mid-size SUV. Slightly larger than a RAV4. Manageable in suburban parking but the width can be tight in older multi-storey car parks.

Rear seat (5-seat): Generous legroom, good headroom. Three adults across is comfortable. Flat floor helps. The glass roof creates an airy cabin.

Safety

The Tesla Model Y holds a 5-star ANCAP safety rating and is one of the highest-scoring vehicles ever tested by Euro NCAP. Standard safety features include:

Autopilot (adaptive cruise + lane keeping), standard on all variants
Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian and cyclist detection
Blind spot monitoring via cameras
8 cameras for surround visibility
Sentry Mode, records incidents while parked

Autopilot is a strong highway assist system. It handles adaptive cruise, lane centring, and automatic lane changes on highways. It is not self-driving, hands on the wheel, eyes on the road, but it reduces fatigue on long drives.

How it compares

Spec	Model Y RWD	BYD Sealion 7	Zeekr 7X LR RWD	Kia EV6 Air
Price	$58,900	$49,990	$63,900	$58,200
Range (WLTP)	466 km	502 km	615 km	528 km
Battery	~62 kWh	73.6 kWh	100 kWh	63 kWh
DC charging	175 kW	150 kW	420 kW	233 kW
V2L	Via adapter (2026 builds)	Yes	3.3 kW	Yes
Towing	1,588 kg	0 kg	2,000 kg	1,600 kg
Warranty	5yr / unlim	6yr / 150k	5yr / unlim	7yr / unlim
Boot	938 L (total)	520 L	539 L + 62 L frunk	490 L

vs BYD Sealion 7: The Sealion 7 is $8,910 cheaper and includes V2L. It also has more range (502 vs 466 km). But it cannot tow (0 kg rating on the base model), and BYD’s charging network access does not match Tesla’s Superchargers for speed and reliability. The Model Y justifies its premium if you tow or road-trip frequently. See our full comparison.

vs Zeekr 7X: The Zeekr 7X Long Range RWD is $5,000 more but delivers 615 km range, 420 kW DC charging, more towing capacity (2,000 vs 1,588 kg) and a more premium interior. The Model Y counters with the Supercharger network, its software and stronger resale value. The Zeekr is the better spec-sheet car. The Tesla has the better ownership ecosystem. See our head-to-head.

vs Kia EV6: The EV6 Air is $700 cheaper with more range (528 km), faster DC charging (233 kW), V2L, and a 7-year unlimited warranty. Towing is comparable (1,600 kg). On paper, the EV6 beats the Model Y in most categories. The Model Y’s advantages are the Supercharger network, Autopilot, and resale value. See our detailed comparison.

For more options, see our best family SUV EVs and electric car prices overview.

FBT and novated lease

All four Model Y variants sit under the FBT luxury car limit ($91,661 in 2026-27) and qualify for the Electric Car Discount, zero Fringe Benefits Tax on novated leases, under the ATO’s electric cars exemption.

The Model Y is the most popular novated lease EV in Australia. The RWD at $58,900 on a novated lease can cost the equivalent of $41,000–$47,000 out of pocket depending on your tax bracket and annual kilometres.

The exemption is being wound back for leases committed to from 1 April 2027. Under Treasury’s draft law, cars with a base value of $75,000 or less get a 100% FBT discount until 2029, and dearer cars get 25%. The RWD and Long Range sit comfortably under that line. The Model Y L at $74,900 is right on it, and the Performance at $84,900 is over it. Our EV FBT exemption guide has the full timeline.

Use our FBT savings calculator to estimate your specific savings, or read our novated lease vs car loan comparison.

Warranty: now 5 years and unlimited kilometres

Model Ys delivered from 1 January 2026 carry a 5-year, unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty, up from 4 years and 80,000 km. Commercial users are capped at 5 years or 150,000 km. The Model 3 got the same upgrade, so warranty is no longer a reason to pick one Tesla over the other.

The battery and drive unit warranty didn’t change: 8 years or 160,000 km on the RWD and 8 years or 192,000 km on the other variants, with 70% capacity retention.

The new terms put Tesla level with Toyota and Hyundai on vehicle cover, though still behind Kia’s 7 years. Tesla also has no fixed service schedule, so there’s no capped-price servicing to compare. Our bZ4X vs Model Y comparison sets Tesla’s terms against Toyota’s extendable battery cover.

The verdict

The Tesla Model Y earns its best-seller status. The RWD at $58,900 is the all-rounder, enough range for daily use, 1,588 kg towing that most competitors cannot match, and the Supercharger network. The Long Range at $68,900 is the road-trip and towing pick with 600 km range and 250 kW charging, and the best value in the range.

The Model Y L at $74,900 is the standout addition, 681 km range, six seats, and Tesla’s first V2L in Australia. For families who need the third row, it is the obvious choice.

The Performance at $84,900 is for buyers who want 3.5-second acceleration. It is less practical than the Model Y L, and novated lease buyers should order before April 2027 to keep the full FBT benefit.

The compromises remain: no Apple CarPlay, V2L only through an adapter on newer builds, and an interior that prioritises minimalism over conventional luxury. The Supercharger network is slowly opening to other brands, which will erode Tesla’s charging advantage over time. And competitors like the Zeekr 7X now match or exceed the Model Y on range and charging speed.

But for the combination of towing, range, charging infrastructure, resale value, and over-the-air updates, the Model Y remains the benchmark electric SUV in Australia.

See how it stacks up against every other model in our electric vehicle comparison hub, or compare all variants on our product pages: Model Y RWD, Long Range, Performance, and Model Y L.

Tesla Model Y Review Australia 2026: Every Variant, Pricing and Verdict