2025 Tesla Model Y
2025 Tesla Model Y — The Tesla Model Y is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Tesla, Inc.
Trim: Long Range AWD
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2025 Tesla Model Y snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2025 Tesla Model Y typically asks about $36,000 versus a $44,990 starting MSRP when new — roughly 80% retained. The 2025 Tesla Model Y has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Equipment) and 87 owner complaints. Versus 2024, watch combined mpg (120 mpg → 125 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$36,000
80% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$44,990
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
87
Top: Unknown Or Other
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2025 Model Y?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 87 owner complaints for the 2025 Tesla Model Y. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Equipment
2026-05-19
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."
Campaign 26V315000
Back Over Prevention
2025-01-07
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…
Campaign 25V002000
Tires
2024-12-17
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…
Campaign 24V935000
Owner complaints
87 complaints · 26 crash-related · 2 fire-related · 11 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other15
- Electrical System14
- Forward Collision Avoidance10
- Service Brakes8
- Vehicle Speed Control8
- Steering7
- Lane Departure5
- Air Bags3
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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Hands On 2025 Tesla Model Y Review | No One Told Me About This
Video by Ryan Shaw · Watch on YouTube
Photos
Is 2025 worth more than 2024?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is combined mpg (120 mpg → 125 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2025.
- Combined MPG
- 120 mpg↑125 mpg
- Length
- 187.0 in→188.6 in
- Width
- 75.6 in→78.0 in
- Curb weight
- 4415.9 lb→4362.9 lb
How much does a used 2025 Model Y cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $36,000 in typical used asking against a $44,990 starting MSRP — roughly 80% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $44,990
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $36,000
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 80% of MSRP
~$8,990 below MSRP
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How does the Model Y compare to rivals?
Side-by-side used-buyer numbers — MSRP vs asking, recalls, and running costs — for popular matchups.
- Model Y vs Mustang Mach-E — Model Y or Mach-E — which used electric crossover should you buy?
What should a used buyer know about the 2025 Model Y?
The 2025 Tesla Model Y sits 1 model year behind the newest 2026 — use the snapshot above for price and recall context before reading the full overview. The 2025 Tesla Model Y continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Tesla Model Y is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Tesla, Inc. since 2020. Presented in March 2019 as the company's fifth production model, the Model Y is the best-selling electric vehicle of all time, having sold more than 2.16 million units worldwide. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2025 configuration (2025 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 5/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 5/5. For the 2025 model year, published dimensions include overall length 188.6 in, width 78.0 in, height 63.8 in, and wheelbase 113.8 in, with curb weight around 4362.9 lb. Rated configurations include: 2025 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD; 2025 Tesla Model Y SUV RWD.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 5/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 5/5
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- Wheelbase 113.8 in
- Curb weight about 4362.9 lb
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2025 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 425 hp, 0–60 in 4.8 s, 125 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
425 hp
0–60
4.8 s
Combined MPG
125 mpg
EV range
320 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2025 selected trim (~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$549
5-year energy
$2,743
- Powertrain
- Battery electric
- Based on
- ~3.5 mi/kWh (assumed)
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $0.16/kWh · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- Dual-motor electric
- Aspiration
- Electric
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel type
- Electricity
- Electrification
- BEV
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 188.6 in
- Width
- 78.0 in
- Height
- 63.8 in
- Wheelbase
- 113.8 in
- Curb weight
- 4362.9 lb
- Seating
- 5
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- Combined MPG
- 125
- Electric range
- 320 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 5 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 5 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2025 Tesla Model Y SUV AWD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | Long Range AWD | Rear-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 425 hp | 295 hp |
| 0–60 | 4.8 s | — |
| Engine | Dual-motor electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| EV range | 320 mi | 260 mi |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 295 | — | — | — | RWD | |
| 425 | — | 4.8s | — | AWD | |
| 510 | — | 3.5s | — | AWD |