Charging Cost

The electricity cost to run the vehicle.

Adjust to cents per kWh (default 25 cents).

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Charging cost is calculated by multiplying the WLTP consumption figure by your electricity unit cost.

It accounts for recharged energy from the mains.

See the complete cost calculator

Economy

Electrical energy consumed from the battery over a given distance.

Economy

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Economy

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Energy consumption is displayed on the dashboard and is re-calculated as you drive. It is different to the WLTP-rated consumption (which measures power from the mains).

This number is estimated by comparing the usable battery capacity against the WLTP range.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

WLTP Consumption

How much electricity the vehicle consumes per kilometre of travel - including charging losses

WLTP measures recharged electric energy from the mains which allows comparison of running costs.

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Highway Range

An estimate of how far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, when driving only on open road (100 km/h).

WLTP range, however, tends to match mostly urban travel (under 80 km/h).

See more about WLTP range and efficiency

Real Range Estimate

How far the vehicle will travel on a single charge, accounting for local driving conditions.

Adjust for the portion of urban/city driving vs highway (100 km/h) that you typically do.

Consumption ⚡️

How much electrical energy does the vehicle use while driving?

Often displayed on the dashboard, this is different to WLTP consumption - where charging losses are included (helpful in comparing running costs).

Higher speeds increase energy consumption (due to aerodynamic drag and reduced opportunity for electricity regeneration).

Vehicle-to-load (V2L) ⚡️

V2L allows electricity to flow from the battery to power appliances.

Some vehicles have interior NZ sockets, while others require an adapter be plugged into the Type 2 exterior charging socket.

Tow Capacity

Unbraked (kg) / Braked (kg)

Most EVs can have towbars fitted for carrying bikes (but not for towing loads).

Towing a load will significantly decrease range (typically by 50%).

See all EVs ranked by tow capacity.

Boot Space 🧳

Seats up (Litres) / Seats down (Litres)

The volume of space available.

Frunk

Volume (Litres)

The American term "front trunk" indicates how much storage space is available under the bonnet of the car.

Battery Capacity 🔋

Total (Gross) kWh / Usable (Net) kWh

Usable battery capacity is the number of kilowatt-hours that the vehicle can access.

Complete guide to EV batteries.

Battery Chemistry 🔋

Lithium-ion batteries have several different cathode materials. Each material has tradeoffs between energy density, safety, cost, and longevity.

LFP - Longer life, but less energy dense.

NMC - More energy dense, but more expensive.

Which EVs have LFP?.

AC Charge

The maximum speed the EV can charge at home or a public AC charger.

An EV has a built-in charger that converts household AC electricity into DC current that goes into the battery.

This limits the maximum speed you can charge at home - no matter what extra equipment you install. Some public chargers (such as at motor camps and shopping malls) are also AC only.

Fast Charge ⚡

The maximum speed the EV can charge at a DC fast charger.

Speed is also limited by the capacity of the public charger. In NZ, fast chargers are typically 25 kW, 50 kW, 100 kW, 175 kW, and 300 kW.

Temperature (20°+ is ideal) and battery state-of-charge affect speed (an empty battery charges faster).

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  3. Model Y

Tesla Model Y

tesla model y
OverviewSpecsReviewsSales rank

RANGE

455 - 533kms

PRICE

$65,900+

The Tesla Model Y is an all-electric SUV that combines performance, safety, and technology. It has ample interior room along with substantial boot space.

The Model Y is built on the same platform as the Model 3 and shares over 90% of its parts with the Model 3. It has a higher roof and taller seating position, and its cargo area is about 10% larger.

Specs

Tesla Model Y

2022→
tesla model y

Introduced into NZ in 2022, the Model Y is like the Model 3, but longer and taller.

Even with the front trunk and roomier boot space, it offers similar efficiency and performance as the Model 3

Price

Price$65,900

Performance

0-100 km/h6.9 s
Top Speed217 km/h
Total Power220 kW
DriveRear Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range455 km
Highway Range348 km
WLTP Consumption157 Wh/km
Charging Cost $3.93/100 km

Tesla Model Y: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range403 km
Consumption6.7 km / kWh
14.9 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery62.3 kWh / 60 kWh
ChemistryLFP
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)170 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 1600 kg
Boot Space854 L / 2158 L
Frunk117 L
ShapeLarge SUV
Length4751 mm
Width1921 mm
Height1624 mm
Kerb Weight1909 kg

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Tesla Model Y Long Range

2024→
tesla model y

Price

Price$75,900

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 5.0 s
Top Speed217 km/h
Total Power340 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range533 km
Highway Range408 km
WLTP Consumption169 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.23/100 km

Tesla Model Y Long Range: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range473 km
Consumption6.3 km / kWh
15.9 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery79 kWh / 75 kWh
ChemistryNMC
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)250 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 1600 kg
Boot Space854 L / 2158 L
Frunk117 L
ShapeLarge SUV
Length4751 mm
Width1921 mm
Height1624 mm
Kerb Weight-

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Tesla Model Y Performance

2022→
tesla model y performance

Dual motor all-wheel drive.

Price

Price$86,900

Performance

0-100 km/h🔥 3.7 s
Top Speed250 km/h
Total Power393 kW
DriveAll Wheel Drive

Range & Efficiency

WLTP Consumption measures recharged electric energy from the mains (includes charging losses).
WLTP Range514 km
Highway Range393 km
WLTP Consumption171 Wh/km
Charging Cost $4.28/100 km

Tesla Model Y Performance: Real Range

Estimate the real world range that may be achieved in local conditions.
Real range456 km
Consumption6.1 km / kWh
16.4 kWh / 100 km

Type of driving

All urban
↔
All highway

Outside temperature

14 °C

Battery & Charging

Battery79 kWh / 75 kWh
ChemistryUnknown
AC speed (max)11 kW
DC speed (max)250 kW
V2L-

Dimensions

Seats5
Tow Rating750 kg / 1600 kg
Boot Space854 L / 2158 L
Frunk117 L
ShapeLarge SUV
Length4751 mm
Width1921 mm
Height1624 mm
Kerb Weight1997 kg

Visit manufacturers site

Tesla Model YTesla Model Y Long RangeTesla Model Y Performance
Price$65,900$75,900$86,900
Range (WLTP)455 km533 km514 km
Highway Range355 km416 km401 km
0-100 km/h6.9 s5.0 s3.7 s
Top Speed217 km/h217 km/h250 km/h
DriveRWDAWDAWD
Power220 kW340 kW393 kW
Battery (nominal)62.3 kWh79 kWh79 kWh
Battery (usable)60 kWh75 kWh75 kWh
WLTP Consumption157 Wh/km169 Wh/km171 Wh/km
ChemistryLFPNMCUnknown
AC speed11 kW11 kW11 kW
DC speed170 kW250 kW250 kW
Vehicle to Load---
Boot space854 L854 L854 L
Boot (seats down)2158 L2158 L2158 L
Frunk117 L117 L117 L
Seats555
Length4751 mm4751 mm4751 mm
Width1921 mm1921 mm1921 mm
Height1624 mm1624 mm1624 mm
Weight1909 kg-1997 kg
Tow (braked)1600 kg1600 kg1600 kg
Tow (unbraked)750 kg750 kg750 kg

Local reviews on New Zealand roads

Ecotricity
Tesla Model Y review + Camping Mode in New Zealand!

"It's got it going on. It's got range, it's got performance, it's got charging speed, and the charging network.
As well it's got efficiency, quality of ride, rigidity, safety all at that price point."

See on YouTube →
Tarmac Life
That’s entertainment – 2023 Tesla Model Y Performance review

"It’s an EV that goes about its day to day driving business without stressing the driver and has plenty of aids to minimise the dullness of rush hour traffic. I personally don’t like having no instrument cluster in front of me but I also assume that I am not the target market for the Model Y."

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All Time
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Last 12 months
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The Tesla Model Y is the best selling new fully electric vehicle (of all time) - in New Zealand. Over the past 12 months, the Tesla Model Y was the best selling new EV.

See all EVs ranked in New Zealand.

How many Tesla Model Y's have been sold in NZ?

There have been 8,407 Tesla Model Y's registered in NZ to date. These were all registered as new.

How many sold per month and year

Tesla Model Y registrations per month and year, (NZ new and used imports combined).

How many of each submodel is there?

How many units of each major model variation (NZ new only) have been registered to date.

SubmodelUnits
REAR WHEEL DRIVE 60K8163
PERFORMANCE 79KWH/EV222
AWD LONG RANGE 79KWH20
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