Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a five seat battery electric midsize SUV built for families and anyone who needs space for gear. The UK site quotes the rear wheel drive version at up to 309 miles of range on the WLTP cycle and 0 to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds, and the cabin holds up to 2,118 litres of cargo with the second row folded flat for bikes or camping kit.

Space, comfort and the app

The exterior uses a sloped roofline and aerodynamic alloy wheels, which Tesla links to the car's efficiency. Inside there are heated front seats, soft touch textiles and room for five, and passengers can play games through Tesla Arcade using the touchscreen or a Bluetooth controller. The Tesla app lets an owner adjust the cabin temperature before a trip, use a phone key or remote locking, and keep watch over the parked car with Sentry Mode.

Safety, charging and running costs

Forward Collision Warning, Active Emergency Braking and Lane Departure Avoidance are standard, and Tesla states that its Assisted Driving package is not yet offered in the United Kingdom. On longer journeys Trip Planner adds Supercharging stops along the route, and the car charges at up to 175 kW, paid per use, recovering up to 147 miles in 15 minutes by Tesla's figure. Tesla points to the Supercharger network's 99 percent uptime and to a drivetrain with around 20 moving parts. The battery and drive unit are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles.

Key facts

• Body: five seat midsize SUV
• Range: up to 309 miles (WLTP), rear wheel drive
• Cargo: up to 2,118 litres
• Charging: up to 175 kW Supercharging
• Warranty: battery and drive unit 8 years or 100,000 miles