2022 Tesla Model Y Reviews, Pricing & Specs

With the 2022 Tesla Model Y, the American electric vehicle manufacturer expands into a more affordable segment than those its range-topping...

With the 2022 Tesla Model Y, the American electric vehicle manufacturer expands into a more affordable segment than those its range-topping flagship vehicles occupy. The Model Y’s sleek crossover profile provides a generous 76 cubic feet of cargo space. That figure is spread across the frunk (front trunk) and rear cargo area, accessed via a standard power rear liftgate. The Model Y was introduced for the 2020 model year, and an optional third row was made available in 2021. It carried over into 2022 largely unchanged.

The Model Y can be selected in one of two versions, Long Range or Performance. The Long Range Model Y comes exceptionally well-equipped. It features synthetic leather upholstery, a Wi-Fi hotspot, wireless device charging, heated front and rear seats, power-adjustable front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a panoramic sunroof. The Model Y doesn’t have a conventional instrument panel. Rather, most vehicle functions are baked into the large 15-inch central touch screen. This screen does not support Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.

The Performance model adds 21-inch wheels and an upgraded electric powertrain, but it largely has the same features as the Long Range. Both vehicles can be selected with genuine leather in a two-tone scheme. The Long Range is also available with an optional third-row seat.

Both trims can be selected with the $12,000 FSD package. Described as Full Self-Driving, it has adaptive cruise control combined with lane following and automatic lane-change by using the indicator. The FSD package also includes traffic-sign recognition, self-parking, and a “Smart Summon” feature that self-drives the car to your position.

The Model Y’s battery pack is nestled into the floor and powers motors at the front and rear, creating an all-wheel drive setup. The Long Range can travel up to 315 miles on a single charge and sprint from zero to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds. The Performance version has a range of 303 miles and a zero-to-60 time of 3.5 seconds. This model also has a sportier suspension and upgraded performance brakes. The Model Y is available with an optional tow hitch, giving it a 3,500-pound towing capacity.

The EPA measures EVs in terms of miles per gallon of gasoline equivalent, or MPGe. The Model Y Long Range returns an estimated 122 MPGe, and the Performance returns 111 MPGe. With a Level 2 charger, the Model Y gains 30-40 miles of range per hour. Tesla’s Supercharger network allows it to add up to 160 miles of range in just 15 minutes.

Base MSRP for the 2022 Tesla Model Y is $58,990 for the Long Range. The Model Y Performance starts at $63,990. The Model Y battery pack is backed by an eight-year/120,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Thinking about buying a Tesla Model Y? Find out more in our detailed Tesla Model Y Reliability Guide, and our look into Tesla Model Y Motor Longevity.