From EV Review Ireland.
Check out the first full review and test drive of the Tesla Model Y Standard trim on Irish roads!
Released as the new entry point for the world’s best-selling SUV, the Model Y Standard (or "Short Range") offers a more affordable way into the Tesla ecosystem, starting at €38,990 in Ireland (with boosters). While it lacks some of the premium features like a glass panoramic roof and vegan leather, it maintains the core performance and tech that Tesla is known for. In this video, we dive into the 60 kWh battery’s real-world range, charging speeds, and exactly what has been "deleted" to hit this budget-friendly price point.
Is the Standard trim the "sweet spot" for family EV buyers, or should you spend the extra €7,000 for the Long Range Premium?
Video Chapters (Timings)
[00:00] Intro: Tesla Model Y Standard Pricing and Irish Market Context
[00:40] Exterior Differences: Headlight Design (No Matrix LED) and Bumper Trim
[01:21] Frunk Inspection: Checking the reduced insulation and composite storage
[02:02] Side Profile: 18-inch Aero Wheels and Non-Insulated Glass
[02:44] Rear Design: Curved Light Bar and Model Y Badging
[03:15] Boot Practicality: 854L Capacity and Storage Wells
[04:10] Rear Interior: Fabric Seats vs. Vegan Leather
[05:00] Audio Check: 7-Speaker System and No Ambient Lighting
[05:33] Rear Tech Deletions: No Passenger Screen and No Heated Seats
[06:51] Driver’s Cockpit: Redesigned Center Console & Steering Wheel Stalks
[08:10] Infotainment: 15.4-inch Screen and New Seat Adjustment Controls
[09:05] Range & Efficiency: Real-world performance of the 60 kWh battery
[10:43] Feature Highlights: Sentry Mode and App Integration
[12:13] Test Drive! Road Noise and Steering Feel
[13:42] Acceleration Test: 0-100 km/h in 8.4 seconds
[14:55] Charging Review: Testing the 111 kW – 160 kW Peak at a Supercharger
[17:00] App Walkthrough: Summon, HVAC, and Security
[18:52] Pricing Walkthrough: Standard (€39k) vs. Premium (€49k)
[20:45] Motorway Noise Test at 120 km/h
Tesla Model Y Standard Key Specs & Highlights:
Battery: 60 kWh LFP (Standard Range).
Range (WLTP): 505 km (Tested Real-World: ~320 km in cold weather).
Charging: 11 kW AC / 160 kW DC Peak (Tested ~111 kW peak at Supercharger).
Interior: Durable Fabric Seating, no rear screen, and no ambient lighting.
Tech Upgrade: Features traditional steering column stalks for indicators/gears.
Comfort: Standard suspension (not the frequency-selective damping found in Premium).
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