What is the range of the Model Y Performance version in kilometers?
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The range of the Model Y Performance version is approximately 480 kilometers. Taking the 2021 Model X as an example, it belongs to the mid-to-large-size SUV category, with body dimensions of: length 5037mm, width 2070mm, height 1684mm, and a wheelbase of 2965mm. The curb weight is 2352kg. The 2021 Model X features a front double-wishbone independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a front permanent magnet synchronous motor and a rear AC asynchronous motor, with a combined motor power of 493kW, paired with a 1-speed fixed gear ratio transmission.
I've been commuting with the Model Y Performance for almost a year now. The displayed range is 615 km (CLTC standard), but in reality, driving on highways with AC on, it's about 480-500 km in summer. In winter, with the heater on, it drops to just over 400 km, which is pretty normal. The car has fierce acceleration but also consumes battery quickly; a few hard stomps on the pedal and the range drops noticeably. The most energy-efficient way is to use the one-pedal mode, which recovers energy when you release the throttle downhill. Charging speed is impressive though; a 30-minute supercharge can add over 300 km, which is more than enough, making a weekly charge sufficient for commuting.
Last week, I accompanied my friend to pick up the Model Y Performance. The official range of 615 km is based on CLTC testing, which is quite optimistic. In city driving with air conditioning on, it can actually go about 550 km, but on the highway, it drops to 80% of that. My friend opted for the 21-inch wheels, which reduce the range by at least 30 km compared to the 19-inch ones. The car is indeed powerful, but it also consumes more energy. The dashboard can display the dynamic range in real-time, which feels more reliable. However, it's recommended to charge up to 90% to protect the battery, leaving the displayed range at around 550 km.