Say hello to…
…the Tesla Model Y which is now on run-out as the new Model Y arrives later this year. However, ahead of this point, Fleetandleasing.com thought it a good idea to see where the new Model Y can improve.
The version tested here is the rear-drive long range car, the model most suitable to company car drivers as it offers the best range at the best price.
Fitted with a 75kWh battery, and powered by a 347hp motor, the Model Y RWD Long Range has an official range of 373 miles.
Standard equipment across all models includes a panoramic roof, 19-inch alloys, clever cruise control, infotainment screen, powered boot, dual wireless charging pads, Bluetooth, satnav, surround cameras with recording, heated seats, keyless entry and start and USB sockets.
Is The Tesla Model Y Suitable For My Fleet
As with the Model 3 we recently tested, residual value and parts availability concerns around Tesla have pushed lease rates up in recent years, however, for higher mileage drivers the Tesla charging network is unrivalled.
The Model Y is also capable of charging at up to 250kW, which is impressively fast.
The Model Y is the more practical of the two Tesla’s on offer at the moment thanks to a 854-litre boot and a 117-litre front boot. There’s also plenty of room in the rear seats for five adults.
Leasing A Tesla Model Y
Gateway2lease is offering the 2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD for £775 a month on a 3+36 contract with 10,000 miles a year. Maintenance costs are forecast at £42 a month over the same mileage, according to Gensen Reports, while Class 1A NIC comes in at £20 a month.
Driving A Tesla Model Y
Where the two Teslas differ is in the driving experience.
Where the Model 3 had a very well judged, premium, feel to the ride and handling, the Model Y has a much stiffer ride quality. The seats mean you never suffer from back ache, even on longer journeys, but around town and lower speeds the suspension thuds and crashes over even smaller imperfections, of which there are many on UK roads.
The overly firm ride does mean that in the corners the Model Y handles well. There’s almost no bodyroll which results in very direct steering – even if there’s little in the way of feel.
Given how well the latest Model 3 copes with British roads, we hope the next generation Model Y addresses this issue.
We also hope the next Y adopts some of the materials used in the 3. It’s not that the outgoing Y is poor in this respect, but just that the Model 3 is noticeably better.
One physical control the Model Y will retain for the new version, that’s missing from the current 3, is an indicator stalk. A point worthy of praise.
Range is also good. The real-world figure isn’t quite as good as the claimed 373 miles, but in cold weather and with a high mix of motorway miles, we saw an efficiency figure of just over 3.5 miles per kWh which equates to a 265 mile range. In warmer weather we’d expect 300 would easily be possible.
Lease rates for the new Model Y are on the high side, but this should be one of the most advanced and practical EVs available with one of the best real-world ranges.
FleetandLeasing.com Verdict On The Tesla Model Y
An impressive package, let’s hope the new Model Y focusses on improved comfort levels.
Tesla Model Y
- Model: Model Y Long Range RWD
- Power: 347hp
- Torque: 450Nm
- Max speed: 135 mph
- 0-62mph: 5.9s
- Official range: 373 miles
- Test range: 265 miles*
- CO2 emissions: 0g/km
- BIK tax band 2024/25: 2%
*near 0degC, mostly motorway
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