2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
127
MPGe
Highway
117
MPGe
Combined
122
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
330 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
11 hr 30 min
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
27.6
City 26.6 / Hwy 28.9 kWh
Electric Motor
91 and 200 kW AC 3-Phase

EPA-estimated range of 330 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 11 hr 30 min for a full charge. Energy consumption: 27.6 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Real-World MPG

Based on 4 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

130.9MPG average+7.3% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 122 MPG · Owner reported avg: 130.9 MPG

Range: 116–142 MPG

Driving mix: City 38% / Highway 62%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 130.9 real world MPG based on 4 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 122 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (A1)
Electricity EV
City
127
Hwy
117
Comb
122
Fuel cost: $600/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$600

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$9,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 10/10
GHG Score: 10/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
0 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
0.1 barrels

Specifications

Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Energy Use (Combined)
27.6273 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
26.6268 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
28.8501 kWh / 100 mi

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems1,066 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 1,066 owner complaints for the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), steering and speed control. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
526
Steering
186
Speed Control
162
Brakes
148
Electrical System
107
Suspension
91
Visibility / Wipers
60
Wheels & Tires
47

2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 526 complaints, Steering: 186 complaints, Speed Control: 162 complaints, Brakes: 148 complaints, Electrical System: 107 complaints, Suspension: 91 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 60 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 47 complaints.

267
Crashes Reported
6
Fires Reported
147
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

SteeringFiled: 08/04/2025ODI#11678237
I am writing to report severe safety concerns involving my Tesla Model Y. Without any accident or impact, my vehicle experienced a mechanical failure on [XXX}, when the front left tire detached, makin…
Speed ControlFiled: 11/24/2024ODI#11627134
I have reported this same issue twice before. When on cruise control, the car brakes unexpectedly. My 2nd and most recent report was on [XXX]: "... I had already disabled "Apply Brakes when Regener…
Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 11/06/2024ODI#11623790
Tesla Full Self Driving (Supervised) with version 12.5.4.1 Overview: Drove round trip from Las Vegas to San Diego and around San Diego utilizing FSD as much as possible. Much if it works very well, h…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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