Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD vs Long Range AWD
Verdict
The Long Range RWD is the rational Malaysian buy: RM216,450 gets the same 4,790 mm length and 854-litre boot as the RM242,450 Long Range AWD. The RM26,000 gap buys dual motors and all-wheel drive, cutting 0–100 km/h from 5.6 to 4.8 seconds. It also gives up range, with the AWD rated at 600 km against 661 km for the RWD. Top speed is identical at 201 km/h, and both seat five. This is about traction and punch, not added space or range.
Pick the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD if you want the longer 661 km range, rear-wheel drive and the lower entry price.
Pick the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD if you want all-wheel drive and the quicker 4.8-second 0–100 km/h time.
Key differences
- Price: Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD RM216,450; Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD RM242,450
- Motor and driven wheels: Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD single motor, rear-wheel drive; Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD dual motor, all-wheel drive
- 0–100 km/h: Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD 5.6 seconds; Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD 4.8 seconds
- EV range: Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD 661 km; Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD 600 km
- Top speed: Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD 201 km/h; Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD 201 km/h
- Boot space: Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD 854 litres; Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD 854 litres
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 216,450✓ | RM 242,450 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Motor | Single motor | Dual motor |
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driven wheels | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance | ||
| 0–100 km/h | 5.6 s | 4.8 s✓ |
| Top speed | 201 km/h | 201 km/h |
| Efficiency | ||
| Battery | — | 75.0 kWh |
| EV range | 661 km✓ | 600 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,790 mm | 4,790 mm |
| Width | 2,129 mm | 2,129 mm |
| Height | 1,624 mm | 1,624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,891 mm | 2,891 mm |
| Boot space | 854 L | 854 L |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 |
| Auto emergency braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 4 | 4 |
| Road tax / year | RM 915 | RM 915 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Long Range RWD
- Longer 661 km EV range
- Lower RM216,450 price
- Same 854-litre boot as the AWD
- Slower 5.6-second 0–100 km/h time
- Single motor only
- Rear-wheel drive, not all-wheel drive
Long Range AWD
- Quicker 4.8-second 0–100 km/h time
- Dual-motor layout
- All-wheel drive traction
- RM26,000 more expensive
- Shorter 600 km EV range
- No gain in boot space or top speed
Long Range RWD vs Long Range AWD FAQ
Is the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD or Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD better?
The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD is better for range and price, with 661 km and a RM216,450 tag. The Long Range AWD is better for traction and acceleration, with all-wheel drive and 0–100 km/h in 4.8 seconds.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD costs RM242,450, while the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD costs RM216,450. The difference is RM26,000.
Which one has the longer driving range?
The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD has the longer range at 661 km. The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD is rated at 600 km, so the RWD goes 61 km further on paper.