Exterior and Interior photos of TESLA Model Y Performance
Model Y Performance: Tesla’s Silent Speed Demon
If you think electric SUVs can’t thrill, the Model Y Performance is here to prove you wrong—loudly and quickly, despite making no sound. Priced at $60,990 (€56,720), this dual-motor, all-wheel-drive Tesla is what you get when Silicon Valley engineers set out to embarrass gas-powered performance crossovers without breaking emissions rules—or your back.
Acceleration That Hurts Your Neck (In a Good Way)
Say hello to 450 horsepower (336 kW) that launches this sleek five-door SUV from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in a stomach-tugging 3.7 seconds. That’s faster than a Porsche Macan GTS and makes most muscle cars sweat. And yes, it still hauls groceries like a champ.
- Power: 450 hp (336 kW)
- 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 3.7 seconds
- Top speed: 241 km/h (150 mph)
Battery and Range: Built for Distance and Drama
At its core sits a 75 kWh battery—no different in capacity from the Long Range trim, but tuned here for performance. Yet it still offers 480 km (298 miles) of real-world driving, proving Tesla’s engineers didn’t sacrifice brains for brawn.
- Battery capacity: 75 kWh
- Driving range: 480 km (298 miles)
- Supercharging time: ~30 minutes to 80%
Interior Simplicity Meets High-Tech Sophistication
The cabin is classic Tesla: one giant touchscreen and not much else. That means fewer distractions and more focus on the drive. The seats are plush, the layout is clean, and everything you touch feels deliberate and upscale. It’s like driving a lounge on rocket boosters.
Aerodynamic Art with an Attitude
Its coupe-like silhouette cuts through air like a carving knife. Tesla has fine-tuned this SUV’s shape for drag reduction and visual drama. Subtle performance cues like the carbon fiber spoiler and red brake calipers quietly scream, “I’m faster than your car.”
Real-World Value for Everyday Thrills
At $60,990 (€56,720), the Model Y Performance is arguably a bargain when you consider what it delivers—supercar acceleration, family-hauling utility, zero tailpipe emissions, and access to Tesla’s unmatched Supercharger network. All without a drop of gasoline.
Conclusion
Pros and Cons of the Model Y Performance
- Blistering acceleration and high top speed
- Solid 480 km (298 miles) range
- Minimalist, tech-focused interior
- Excellent charging infrastructure
- Firm ride with 21” wheels
- No instrument cluster
- Limited third-party service options
- Pricey compared to non-performance EVs
Final thoughts
For those who want a family-friendly SUV with the soul of a track car, the Model Y Performance hits every note. It’s quick, smart, practical, and happens to be electric. The best part? It scares sports cars at red lights.
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Comparison of
TESLA Model Y Performance:
The Tesla Model Y Performance squares off against a pack of high-speed electric SUVs like the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT Performance, Kia EV6 GT, Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, and Polestar 2 Performance Pack. These EVs cater to drivers who crave pulse-quickening acceleration with enough space for kids and camping gear.
Range
The Model Y Performance claims 480 km (298 miles) per charge. The Polestar 2 Performance Pack trails slightly with about 470 km (292 miles). The IONIQ 5 N pushes 448 km (278 miles), while the Mach-E GT lags with 418 km (260 miles). The EV6 GT struggles at the rear with 400 km (249 miles).
Acceleration
In a straight-line sprint, the Model Y Performance clocks 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 3.7 seconds. The EV6 GT edges slightly quicker at 3.5 seconds. IONIQ 5 N matches it at 3.7. The Mach-E GT takes 3.8, and Polestar 2 follows at 4.2. Tesla’s torque delivery is still one of the most linear in the game.
Power
Model Y Performance puts out 450 hp (336 kW). EV6 GT leads with 576 hp (430 kW), and the IONIQ 5 N comes in at 641 hp (478 kW). The Mach-E GT clocks 480 hp (358 kW), and Polestar 2 brings up the rear with 469 hp (350 kW). Tesla may not win on raw numbers, but its software tuning often feels quicker in real-world driving.
Charging Time
Tesla’s Supercharger chops charge times to about 30 minutes for 80%. Hyundai and Kia match that via 800V systems. Ford’s DC fast charge takes around 38 minutes. Polestar lags, averaging 40 minutes under optimal conditions.
Price
The Model Y Performance starts at $60,990 (€56,720). The Mach-E GT is slightly cheaper at $59,000 (€54,900). Kia EV6 GT costs around $61,600 (€57,300), while Hyundai IONIQ 5 N creeps higher at $63,000 (€58,600). Polestar 2 with Performance Pack lands near $62,000 (€57,700). Tesla stays competitive without dipping into hyper-EV territory.
