2023 Model Y long-range battery size northward by Photoshop, the 2023 Model Y is taller and longer than its sedan sibling and gets more equipment. A power-operated, synthetic leather-covered steering wheel and seats, a huge glass roof and a 15-inch central touchscreen are all standard. Two rows of occasional seats are available, but that increases the price and limits the battery’s range to 283 miles (and less on 20-inch wheels). The RWD Model Y uses lithium-iron-phosphate batteries, while the Long Range and Performance models get a nickel-manganese-cobalt pack that recharges at up to 250kW DC and has a 90 per cent charge limit recommendation.

On the road, the Model Y feels nimble, surprisingly refined and easy to live with, even when you add the optional third row. It’s a sprightly EV, with brisk acceleration and responsive steering, and its sensors compile a reassuringly faithful picture of your surroundings relayed to the big central touchscreen.

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We recommend a nightly charge to keep the battery at its peak, while avoiding driving over a 90 per cent full charge. That’ll cost around $20 at home or at a Supercharger, significantly cheaper than filling up a conventional gas vehicle.

It’s normal for the estimated range to decrease slightly over time, but that depends on driving conditions and battery age. Your Model Y will alert you in the unlikely event of excessive battery degradation, and the power meter on its touchscreen provides feedback on energy usage.