The 2024 Tesla Model Y is a battery-electric compact crossover SUV, combining the efficiency and performance of the Model 3 with greater practicality and versatility. Built on the same platform as the Model 3, it offers a spacious interior, impressive range, and Tesla’s signature technology. Below is a detailed description of the 2024 Tesla Model Y, based on the latest available information.

Overview

Introduced in 2020, the Tesla Model Y is one of the best-selling electric vehicles globally, appealing to families and individuals seeking a practical yet high-performance EV. The 2024 model, available in North America and other markets, includes minor updates to efficiency, technology, and interior refinement, with a significant refresh (codenamed “Juniper”) expected later in 2025 for some regions. The Model Y is manufactured in Tesla’s Fremont, California, and Gigafactory Texas plants, as well as in China and Germany for other markets.

Interior and Comfort

The Model Y’s interior is spacious and minimalist, mirroring the Model 3’s design philosophy:

• Minimalist Cabin: A 15-inch central touchscreen controls most functions, including gear selection, climate, and navigation. No traditional instrument cluster or physical stalks (turn signals and wipers are button- or touchscreen-based).
• Seating Options: Standard five-seat configuration or optional seven-seat layout (Long Range AWD only). The second row offers decent legroom but is less spacious for taller passengers.
• Materials: Vegan leather seats, soft-touch surfaces, and a wood-like dashboard trim. Ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof enhance the airy feel.
• Comfort Features: Heated front and rear seats, heated steering wheel, and a 13-speaker audio system with dual subwoofers. Ventilated seats are not standard but expected in the Juniper refresh.
• Cargo Capacity: Offers 30.2 cubic feet behind the second row, expanding to 76.2 cubic feet with seats folded. Includes a 4.1-cubic-foot frunk (front trunk).
• Build Quality: Improved over early models but still trails some luxury competitors like the BMW iX or Audi Q4 e-tron in fit and finish.