Tesla - comparison of models

Tesla has been on the market since 2003. The manufacturer debuted with the sports model Tesla Roadster, but now the company focuses on practical cars. Therefore, the car models available in the Tesla brand range are sedans and SUVs. However, it is not excluded that the first model of the American brand will return in a new version. We have prepared for you an overview of all cars, broken down by generation and detailing the most important information. We will also tell you more about the Autopilot system and other solutions from the manufacturer.

Autopilot and yoke - how does it work?

Autopilot

Autopilot and yoke are the hallmarks of Tesla cars, so it's worth knowing more about them. Autopilot is an advanced driver assistance system that offers partial driving automation. The cameras collect information about the environment, allowing the driver to see more and more easily avoid potential hazards, as well as increasing the level of driving safety in autonomous mode. Autopilot, of course, is a big simplification, because the whole thing consists of several functions:

• Traffic-Aware Cruise Control (TACC) - maintains the set speed and adjusts it to traffic on the road, maintaining a safe distance from the vehicle in front;
• Autosteer - helps keep the car in the lane and can support lane change on highways when conditions allow;
• Enhanced Autopilot - an additional package that includes functions such as Navigate on Autopilot (autonomous navigation), Auto Lane Change (automatic lane change), Autopark (automatic parking) and Summon (calling a car from a parking space);
• Full Self-Driving (FSD) - the highest level, which adds the ability to respond to traffic lights and stop signs, but still requires driver supervision. FSD is currently in beta.

Yoke

Yoke is an original and innovative steering system from the Tesla brand. The new S and X series models received it in 2021. Instead of the traditional steering wheel, there is a device that resembles the rudders of an aircraft. On the right side there is a scroll button that is used to control the functions of the Autopilot package. Users are divided on the issue of opinions about this solution. Opponents say that it makes it difficult to maneuver the car in tight spaces and is unintuitive. In the end, everything remains a matter of habit.

Tesla - an overview of models and generations

Tesla Model S

The car was launched in 2012, and it was he who contributed to the interest of customers in the brand Tesla from the USA. The Tesla Roadster is treated a bit as a natural curiosity, but it has provided the manufacturer with notoriety. We distinguish 3 generations of this car.

Generation I (2012-2016)

The first Model S appeared in 2012 and immediately impressed with its range. It comes in as many as 9 variants. Its equipment includes, among others, a 17" screen, leather seats and a premium audio system.

Model S I generation variants:

• Signature 85 - battery 85 kWh, range 426 km, acceleration 5.9 s, Autopilot HW1 from 2014
• Signature Performance 85 - battery 85 kWh, range 426 km, acceleration 4.4 s
• 60 kWh - 60 kWh battery, 335 km range, 5.9 s acceleration
• 85 kWh - 85 kWh battery, 426 km range, 5.4 s acceleration
• P85 - battery 85 kWh, range 426 km, acceleration 4.2 s
• 70D - 70 kWh battery, 390 km range, 5.4 s acceleration, HW1 Autopilot
• P85D - battery 85 kWh, range 443 km, acceleration 3.4 s, Autopilot HW1
• 90D - battery 90 kWh, range 463 km, acceleration 4.8 s, Autopilot HW1
• P90D - battery 90 kWh, range 431 km, acceleration 3.0 s, Autopilot HW1

Generation II (2016-2021)

The second generation brought a lot of changes. From the outside, the car has gained a new front and improved LED headlights. The offer of variants has been simplified. In 2019, an update called Raven was introduced. The car has acquired an adaptive suspension and a new front engine. A HEPA filtration system has also appeared on the list of equipment.

Model S II generation variants:

• 60 - battery 60 kWh, range 340 km, acceleration 5.8 s, Autopilot HW2/HW2.5
• 60D - battery 60 kWh, range 407 km, acceleration 5.4 s
• 75D - battery 75 kWh, range 417 km, acceleration 4.4 s
• 100D - 100 kWh battery, 539 km range, 4.3 s acceleration, HW2.5/HW3 Autopilot
• P100D - battery 100 kWh, range 507 km, acceleration 2.7 s
• Long Range - 100 kWh battery, 604 km range, 3.8 s acceleration, HW3 Autopilot
• Performance - 100 kWh battery, 587 km range, 2.5 s acceleration, HW3 Autopilot

Generation III (2021-present)

The latest generation Model S has only two engine variants and is called Palladium. Along with it, a yoke control, a 17" screen and a Plaid variant, which has 3 motors, were introduced. This is the fastest Tesla on offer. The car also has 3-zone climate control and ventilated seats.

Variants Model S III generation:

• Long Range - 95 kWh battery, range 652 km, acceleration 3.2 s, Autopilot HW3/HW4
• Plaid - 95 kWh battery, range 637 km, acceleration 2.1 s, Autopilot HW3/HW4

Tesla Model 3

In the case of the Tesla brand, the models and prices are structured in such a way that everyone will find something for themselves. In 2017, the manufacturer introduced the Model 3, which allows you to become the owner of a car of the American brand, enjoy efficient drives and at the same time do it on a slightly more limited budget. So far, two generations of this model have been created.

Generation I (2017-2023)

The first generation Tesla Model 3 was launched in 2017 and has quite a few variants that differ in performance and performance. The equipment is slightly poorer than that of the Model S, but we can still talk about high comfort and good quality interior trim. On cars manufactured before April 2019, you need to make sure that the previous owner activated the Autopilot function, since it was paid extra.

Variants Model 3 1st generation:

• Standard Range - 50 kWh battery, 354 km range, 5.6 sec acceleration, HW2.5/HW3 Autopilot
• Standard Range Plus - 50 kWh battery, 423 km range, 5.3 s acceleration, HW2.5/HW3 Autopilot
• Mid Range - 50 kWh battery, 404 km range, 5.6 sec acceleration, HW2.5/HW3 Autopilot
• Long Range RWD - 75 kWh battery, 499 km range, 5.0 sec acceleration, HW2.5/HW3 Autopilot
• Long Range AWD - 75 kWh battery (later 82 kWh), 518 km range, 4.4 s acceleration, HW2.5/HW3 Autopilot
• Performance - 75 kWh battery, 480 km range, 3.2 sec acceleration, HW2.5/HW3 Autopilot

Generation II (2024-present)

The latest generation Model 3 is more luxurious than the previous one and is called Highland. The manufacturer also improved the aerodynamics of the model. The front seats are ventilated, leaving a 15" screen, but for this an additional 8" screen was added for passengers traveling in the rear.

Variants Model 3 II generation:

• RWD - 60.9 kWh battery, 438 km range, 6.1 s acceleration, HW4 Autopilot
• Long Range RWD - 84.6 kWh battery, 584 km range, 4.9 s acceleration, HW4 Autopilot
• Long Range AWD - 84.6 kWh battery, 549 km range, 4.4 s acceleration, HW4 Autopilot
• Performance - 84.6 kWh battery, 488 km range, 3.1 sec acceleration, HW4 Autopilot

Tesla Model X

Every self-respecting automaker must have an SUV in its lineup, and Tesla is no different. Model X was created on the floor plate of the Model S. Stylistically refers to the rest of the cars of the American brand. Its hallmark is the rear doors that lift upwards - the so-called falcon doors.

Generation I (2015-2021)

Tesla Model X was introduced in 2015. The car can carry up to 7 passengers and has 3 rows of seats. The rear doors of the falcon doors have an additional hinge that folds them when opening in tight spaces. The car has an air conditioning system with an air purifying filter and could also be ordered with air suspension and an automatic parking system.

Variants Model X I generation:

• 60D - battery 60 kWh, range 320 km, acceleration 6.0 s, Autopilot HW1/HW2.5
• 75D - battery 75 kWh, range 383 km, acceleration 5.2 s, Autopilot HW1/HW2.5
• 90D - battery 90 kWh, range 414 km, acceleration 4.8 s, Autopilot HW1/HW2.5
• 100D - battery 100 kWh, range 475 km, acceleration 4.7 s, Autopilot HW1/HW2.5
• P90D - battery 90 kWh, range 400 km, acceleration 3.0 s, Autopilot HW1/HW2.5
• P100D - battery 100 kWh, range 465 km, acceleration 2.9 s, Autopilot HW1/HW2.5

Generation II (2021-present)

The next generation Model X was introduced in 2021. Changes include improved aerodynamics, a new cockpit and an improved 17" multimedia screen. With it, the yoke steering system was also introduced. The Model S model has reduced the number of drive variants offered.

Variants Model X II generation:

• Long Range - 95 kWh battery, 560 km range, 3.9 sec acceleration, HW3/HW4 Autopilot
• Plaid - 95 kWh battery, range 536 km, acceleration 2.6 s, Autopilot HW3/HW4

Tesla Model Y

If Tesla has launched an SUV based on the Model S platform, why not make this type of car based on the Model 3. This is how the Model Y was created, which has been on the market since 2020 and has had two generations.

Generation I (2020-2024)

The first generation Model Y in the base version offers 5 seats, but you can also buy a 7-seater version. However, users say that the extra seats are more suitable for children. The car also has a 15.4" screen, a glass roof that protects against high temperatures and UV rays, and of course the Autopilot system.

Variants Model Y of the 1st generation:

• Standard Range RWD - 60 kWh battery, 392 km range, 5.3 s acceleration, HW3 Autopilot
• Standard Range AWD - 67.6 kWh battery, 449 km range, 5.0 sec acceleration, HW3 Autopilot
• Long Range AWD - 81 kWh battery, 501 km range, 4.8 s acceleration, HW3 Autopilot
• Performance - 81 kWh battery, 446 km range, 3.5 sec acceleration, HW3 Autopilot

Generation II (from 2025)

The second generation has the name Juniper and has been produced since 2025. The appearance of the car has been completely redesigned. For example, the number of gaps has been reduced to a minimum to reduce the noise inside the car. The interior has become more luxurious.

Variants Model Y II generation:

• Long Range RWD - range 542 km, acceleration 6.5 s, Autopilot HW4
• Long Range AWD - range 501 km, acceleration 4.8 s, Autopilot HW4
• Performance - range 446 km, acceleration 3.5 s, Autopilot HW4

Tesla Cybertruck

Tesla's newest baby is the Cybertruck. This is a futuristic pick-up with a stainless steel exoskeleton and bulletproof windows. The car is not allowed for sale in Europe, so it remains only Importing a car from the USA. Low interest makes it possible to buy cars with low mileage, at good prices.

Cybertruck Variants:

• RWD - range 402 km, acceleration 6.7 s, Autopilot HW4
• AWD - range 547 km, acceleration 4.3 s, Autopilot HW4
• Cyberbeast - range 515 km, acceleration 2.7 s, Autopilot HW4

summary

Over the years, Tesla has built up a pretty sizable lineup of models, and they are in demand in the aftermarket. The fact that they are also increasingly appearing as taxis is a testament to their endurance and battery performance. In case of importation cars from the USA there may be differences in equipment in favor of American copies. Although Tesla has a factory in Europe, importing from the United States is profitable because electric cars are not taxed. You just have to reckon with the fact that you may need an adapter for charging in Europe. However, this is a negligible expense. At Bryki of America we can bring you the Tesla model of your choice. All you have to do is define your expectations and budget, and we will find the right car to suit your needs!