2026 Tesla Model Y
2026 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
2026 Tesla Model Y snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 Tesla Model Y typically asks about $42,300 versus a $44,990 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. The 2026 Tesla Model Y has 7 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Structure) and 287 owner complaints. Versus 2025, watch combined mpg (125 mpg → 138 mpg) when deciding if the newer year is worth the price jump.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$42,300
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$44,990
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
7
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
287
Top: Unknown Or Other
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 2026 Model Y?
Yes — 7 recall campaigns and 287 owner complaints for the 2026 Tesla Model Y. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Structure
2026-07-07
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y and 2024 Model 3 vehicles. The vehicles were originally built for a foreign market and do not have knee air bags, may not be equipped with certain interior safety countermeasures, and may not have been tested for bumper impact resistance procedures. As such, these…
Campaign 26V445000
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
Electrical System
2025-10-10
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. The battery pack contactors may fail, causing a loss of drive power.
Campaign 25V690000
Electrical System
2025-10-01
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The reverse lights may fail to illuminate while the vehicle is in reverse, due to a defect in the wiring. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices,…
Campaign 25V658000
Electrical System
2025-07-28
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The ring terminal of the horn ground wire may be improperly secured, allowing the circuit to open and preventing the horn from sounding.
Campaign 25V490000
Seats
2025-06-18
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. The fasteners attaching the seat back to the seat bottom may have been improperly tightened.
Campaign 25V410000
Visibility
2025-05-30
Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2026 Model Y vehicles. The hose connector may block the windshield washer nozzles, preventing washer fluid from reaching the windshield. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 104, "Windshield Wiping…
Campaign 25V359000
Owner complaints
287 complaints · 56 crash-related · 1 fire-related · 19 injuries reported. Top components:
- Unknown Or Other63
- Steering37
- Electrical System35
- Forward Collision Avoidance34
- Vehicle Speed Control17
- Suspension16
- Exterior Lighting14
- Structure14
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Maybe — the clearest delta we track is combined mpg (125 mpg → 138 mpg). Weigh that against the used-price jump before you pay for 2026.
- Combined MPG
- 125 mpg↑138 mpg
How much does a used 2026 Model Y cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $42,300 in typical used asking against a $44,990 starting MSRP — roughly 94% 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
- $42,300
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$2,690 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 2026 Model Y?
The 2026 Tesla Model Y is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 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. This model appears in NHTSA vPIC for 2026, though detailed crash ratings may not be published yet. For the 2026 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.
- 7 NHTSA recalls
- Wheelbase 113.8 in
- Curb weight about 4362.9 lb
- About 188.6 × 78.0 in (L×W)
- EPA combined 138 mpg
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 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 425 hp, 0–60 in 4.8 s, 138 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
425 hp
0–60
4.8 s
Combined MPG
138 mpg
EV range
320 mi
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 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
- 138
- Electric range
- 320 mi
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
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 |