First Look: Tesla Launches Model Y Compact Crossover in Singapore
The wait is over: Tesla's highly-anticipated Model Y compact crossover is finally in Singapore, and we were present at the launch event earlier today in ION Orchard to cover it!
The Texas-based electric car giant’s latest model shares many components with their popular Model 3 saloon ━ up to 75%, in fact ━ and is approximately 10% larger than the car. The crossover comes in two flavours ━ Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) and Performance Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive (AWD).
While both Model Y variants look nearly identical inside out, the headline figures are vastly different. Though the RWD model has a total range (WLTP) of 455 km, the range-topping Performance outshines it with a range estimate of 514 km. Acceleration is vastly different as well. The Model Y RWD is capable of doing a century sprint in 6.9 seconds, while the Performance clears it in merely 3.7 seconds. In terms of top speed, the RWD tops out at 214 km/h, which is already impressive. The Performance trumps its RWD sibling by capping off at 250 km/h.
The Performance model also comes with lowered suspension, a carbon fibre spoiler, Performance brakes and pedals, and 21-inch Uberturbine wheels (versus 19-inch Gemini / 20-inch Induction wheels for the RWD model) as standard.
However, both variants are on equal standing where safety is concerned. The Model Y scores a full five-star rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), making it one of the safest cars available today.
In terms of standard equipment, the Model Y is comparable to its Model 3 sibling. It comes with features like a 15-inch central touchscreen that controls most of the vehicle’s functions, a panoramic glass roof, a HEPA air filtration system, and an advanced suite of active safety features.
Cargo space is also surprisingly cavernous. The Model Y can store up to 2,158 litres of cargo, an impressive amount for a compact crossover. Tesla offers differing warranties for the different Model Y variants: the RWD has a battery & drive unit warranty of eight years or 160,000 km, while the warranty for the Performance is good for eight years or 192,000 km.
Prices start at S$142,471 for the RWD, and S$190,195 for the Performance (excluding COE). Delivery begins in August of this year. If you're keen to take a closer look at the car's specifications or features, do visit the Tesla Singapore site or try out their Model Y configurator!
To find out our preliminary impressions on the Model Y, read our First Drive article on it!
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