2026 Tesla Model Y AWD vs RWD: is AWD worth it?
AWD vs RWD
AWD adds $2,000. Electricity cost not established.
$2,000price step
- AWD rating not established.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents a kWh.
AWD and RWD pair
| Pair | MSRP | Price step | Rating | Energy a year | Extra over 6 years | Weight gain | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RWD AWD | $39,990 $41,990 | $2,000 | Not established Not established | Not established Not established | Not established | N/A | 6.4 in 6.6 in |
What this cannot tell you
Resale, traction and insurance are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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- Sources disagree