2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range — Full Specifications
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The 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range is an SUV powered by an electric motor, with an EPA-rated range of around 330 miles per charge. Owners often keep a Tesla Model Y Long Range workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range: The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 5★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | Electric motor |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (A1) |
| Fuel Type | Electricity |
| Drive | All-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| EPA Range | 330 miles |
| Efficiency | 27.6 kWh/100 mi |
| CO₂ Emissions | 0 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 10 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range, all with the Electric motor engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric motor | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 147 | 122 (127/117) | — | $600 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range
Running Costs: 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range
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2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 1170 complaints with NHTSA about the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range. The most-reported areas are Forward collision avoidance (476), Steering (213), Vehicle speed control (167). Complaints include 152 reported crashes, 4 reported fires, 87 reported injuries, 1 reported death. That is well above the median of 326 complaints across the 7 Tesla Model Y Long Range model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Driver-assist sensors (476 owner complaints) — Check that driver-assist warning lights are off and sensors are clean and undamaged.
- Steering (213 owner complaints) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
- Throttle & cruise control (167 owner complaints) — Check throttle response and cruise control are smooth, and ask about any software or throttle recalls.
- Brakes (151 owner complaints) — Brake firmly from speed and look for pulling, vibration or a soft pedal; ask for brake service history.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range have?
It's powered by an electric motor with an EPA-rated range of around 330 miles per charge.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range?
It uses around 27.6 kWh per 100 miles.
Does the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 5 stars, with 5 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range?
Among the 1,170 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Forward collision avoidance (476 complaints), Steering (213 complaints), Vehicle speed control (167 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.