2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

EV Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDRear-Wheel Drive
City
134
MPGe
Highway
117
MPGe
Combined
125
MPGe

EV Range & Charging

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Driving Range
337 mi
EPA estimated
Charge Time (240V)
12 hr
Level 2 · full charge
Energy Use (Comb)
26.9
City 25.2 / Hwy 28.9 kWh
Electric Motor
221 kW ACPM 3-Phase

EPA-estimated range of 337 miles on a full charge. Level 2 (240V) charging time: approximately 12 hr for a full charge. Energy consumption: 26.9 kWh per 100 miles (combined).

Trim Comparison

Automatic (A1)
Electricity EV
City
134
Hwy
117
Comb
125
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
RWD
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)
26.8631 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (City)
25.2094 kWh / 100 mi
Energy Use (Hwy)
28.8842 kWh / 100 mi

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2025 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability7.9%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
81
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
4
Investigations

Recall History3

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems81 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 81 owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), electrical system and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
54
Electrical System
15
Brakes
14
Speed Control
8
Visibility / Wipers
7
Steering
6
Air Bags
4
Seat Belts
4

2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 54 complaints, Electrical System: 15 complaints, Brakes: 14 complaints, Speed Control: 8 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 7 complaints, Steering: 6 complaints, Air Bags: 4 complaints, Seat Belts: 4 complaints.

52
Crashes Reported
4
Fires Reported
26
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

SteeringFiled: 12/25/2025CrashODI#11707046
I am writing to formally report a serious safety incident involving a Tesla vehicle and to document multiple critical system failures that occurred during an accident, resulting in physical injuries t…
BrakesFiled: 12/02/2025ODI#11702617
SUMMARY OF SAFETY DEFECT: Multiple critical safety systems randomly disengage without warning while the vehicle is in operation, creating an immediate crash hazard. DETAILED DESCRIPTION: For approxima…
Electrical SystemFiled: 09/06/2025ODI#11685462
I am filing this complaint regarding recurring safety, security, and system failures in my Tesla Model Y, concerns about unauthorized access, and Tesla’s refusal to provide complete diagnostic and pri…

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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