DecodedCars2025 Tesla Model Y
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Transmission
- 1-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 337 mi · 11.8 h on 240 V
- Length
- 188.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,363 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 337 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints109 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 6 for similar models — most often about the forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 51 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Tesla Model Y is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 189 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,363 lb.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 337 miles and takes about 11.8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
What changed for 2025
- Longest EV range up from 320 to 337 miles
- Lightest version 439 lb heavier
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Model Y →
Trims, performance & features
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Fremont, California · Austin, Texas
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 Model Y configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 188.6 in | 78 in | 63.8 in | 113.8 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 4,363 lb | 46/54 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y Long Range RWD EV | 221 kW ACPM 3-Phase | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 337 mi · 26.8631 kWh/100mi | – | $600 | – |
| Model Y Long Range AWD EV | 91 and 183 kW ACPM 3-Phase | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 311 mi · 28.7946 kWh/100mi | – | $650 | – |
| Model Y Performance AWD EV | 135 and 200 kW ACPM 3-Phase | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 277 mi · 32.4121 kWh/100mi | – | $750 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 7.9% |
| 2025 Tesla Model Y SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.7% |
Similar 2025 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Tesla Model Y (this car) | 337 mi | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2025 Land Rover Defender | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 9 |
| 2025 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (3)
Equipment › Other › Labels · May 18, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V315000 · 14,575 vehicles
- Problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Model Y vehicles. The certification label may not have been installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 567, "Certification."
- Risk
- Missing weight information provided by the label may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Tesla Service will inspect and install a certification label as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-26-19-002.
Back Over Prevention › Software · Jan 6, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V002000 · 239,382 vehicles
- Problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
Tires › Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems · Dec 17, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V935000 · 696,281 vehicles
- Problem
- Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
- Risk
- Driving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
Not every 2025 Tesla Model Y is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Tesla Model Y buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 26 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 26 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Electrical System — 17 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 7,213 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Battery health. Ask for a battery state-of-health report, check the remaining battery warranty, and compare the displayed range at 100% charge with the EPA's 337 miles.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Model Y. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Model Y years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Model Y | 328 mi | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 Model Y | 357 mi | 188.6 in | Not rated | 8 | 424 |
| 2024 Model Y | 320 mi | 187 in | Not rated | 5 | 332 |
| 2023 Model Y | 330 mi | 187 in | Not rated | 17 | 1,191 |
| 2022 Model Y | 330 mi | 187 in | Not rated | 20 | 874 |
| 2021 Model Y | 326 mi | 187 in | Not rated | 23 | 1,093 |
| 2020 Model Y | 316 mi | – | ★★★★★ | 24 | 283 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Tesla. How we calculate this →