8.6
2024 Tesla Model Y RWD review
The most affordable Tesla electric SUV just got cheaper, and it still stacks up as one of the best options for a family.
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Matt Campbell
Tesla Model Y vs Mazda CX-5 Comparison
Tesla Model Y
Mazda CX-5
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2024 Tesla
Model Y
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2024 Mazda
CX-5
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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8.6
7.7
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Based on the Tesla Model Y REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
Based on the Mazda CX-5 G35 AKERA TURBO (AWD)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
56L - 58L
386 to 476 km
Warranty
4 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$55,900 - $96,700
$36,590 - $55,000
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Market-leading price for an e-SUV
- Still extremely well equipped
- Ultra practical design
Misses
- Cost cutting brings resale into question
- Still not as comfy a ride as some rivals
- Shorter warranty than rivals
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Smart looks, plush cabin
- Torquey turbo petrol
- Keen driving dynamics
Misses
- G35 Turbo is too thirsty
- On the smaller side of the class
- Feeling a little dated in 2024
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Enhanced Autopilot (+$5,100)
- Full Self Driving Capability (+$10,100)
- Interior Colour - Black & White (+$1,500)
- Multi-Coat Paint Premium (+$2,400)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,500)
- Premium Paint (+$795)
Colours Available
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Soul Red Crystal metallic
- Eternal Blue mica
- Deep Crystal Blue mica
- Jet Black mica
- Rhodium White metallic
- Sonic Silver metallic
- Zircon Sand metallic
- Machine Grey metallic
- Polymetal Grey metallic
- Platinum Quartz metallic
Metallic finishes cost an extra $795.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| ELECTRIC | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1997 - 2488 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 0.0 | 2.5L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| NOT APPLICABLE | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 220kW - 393kW | 115kW - 170kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 5000 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 330Nm - 639Nm | 200Nm - 420Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 2000 - 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | 10.5 - 13 | |
