Specification
- Years on sale
- 2022 onwards in the UK
- Body type
- Mid-size SUV
- Battery options
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Long Range and Performance versions, with batteries varying by version and year.
- Range guidance
- Long range on most versions – check the official figure for the exact car.
- Charging speeds
- Rapid charging via CCS, including Tesla's Supercharger network. Home charging via Type 2.
- Battery warranty
- 8 years plus a mileage limit – 100,000 miles on Rear-Wheel Drive, 120,000 miles on Long Range and Performance – with at least 70% capacity guaranteed.
What to check
- Run a battery health check. Newer software includes a battery test in the service menu, or ask for a report.
- Check how much battery warranty is left. It runs from first registration.
- Inspect panel gaps, paint and trim.
- Check the tyres. It's a heavy, powerful car.
- Check for accident repairs. Bodywork repairs can be expensive.
Known issues
- Build quality can vary, so inspect panel gaps and paint carefully.
Pros
- Very practical
- Access to the Supercharger network
- Strong battery warranty
- Efficient for its size
Cons
- Firm ride
- Build quality varies
- Expensive accident repairs
Is a used Tesla Model Y a good buy?
The Model Y is one of the UK's best-selling EVs, so used examples are increasingly common. It's roomy and efficient, and comes with easy access to Tesla's Supercharger network.
Battery warranty
Tesla covers the battery for 8 years, plus 100,000 miles on Rear-Wheel Drive or 120,000 miles on Long Range and Performance, with at least 70% capacity guaranteed. It runs from first registration.
Inspect carefully
As with other Teslas, look closely at panel gaps, paint and trim.
See also our used Tesla Model 3 guide and read: How to check the battery health of a used electric car.
Frequently asked questions
Last updated 16 October 2026