Here’s how the recently launched Tesla Model Y stacks up against its rivals
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Tesla Model Y
Ev6
The world of seal
What you’ll like:
⢠Good build quality coupled with very appealing styling
⢠Punchy motor offers fast performance. RWD variant’s 0-100 km/h time of 5.9 seconds is enjoyable; AWD variant’s performance is ballistic (0-100 in 3.8 seconds)
⢠Good high-speed stability coupled with sorted handling
⢠Spacious and well-built cabin with comfortable seats
⢠Useable 400-litre boot, along with a 50-litre frunk (in the front)
⢠Inherent EV advantages such as a green image, zero tailpipe emissions, low running costs (charge at home) & top-notch NVH
⢠We find the BYD Seal to be well-priced for what it offers
⢠Selectable regenerative braking and drive modes allow you to extract maximum performance or efficiency, as needed
⢠Sufficient driving range (approx 500 km) for urban commuting as well as the usual road-tripping with family
⢠6-year/150,000 km warranty on the car, 8-year battery & motor warranty, 6-year roadside assistance
⢠Features such as the vehicle-to-load function, soundproof glass, rotating 15.6-inch touchscreen, climate control with heat pump, panoramic sunroof, adaptive cruise control, electrically adjustable A/C vents, NFC key card, etc.
⢠5-star NCAP rating, top-notch safety kit & level 2 ADAS to keep you safe
What you won’t:
⢠145 mm ground clearance requires you to drive with care over large speed breakers & broken roads
⢠Firm low speed ride. Liveable, but not plush in the city. You feel bad roads
⢠Low slung body makes ingress & egress a challenge for the not-so-flexible and elderly
⢠No option of a lighter-coloured interior theme (cabin is full-black)
⢠Rear seat offers poor under-thigh support
⢠Most functions and settings are controlled through the touchscreen, which makes them difficult to access on the move
⢠Vertical movement over road joints can get annoying
⢠Missing features such as connected car tech, a spare wheel (in India!!!), wireless Apple CarPlay, etc.
⢠Poor rearward visibility due to the acutely-angled rear windscreen and large rear headrests
⢠BYD’s currently small dealership & service network. Even major cities like Mumbai & Delhi have just 1 dealer
BMW i4
Mercedes-Benz Jump
World Sealion 7
What you’ll like:
⢠Very good build quality coupled with great fit & finish
⢠Punchy motor offers fast performance. AWD does the 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds!
⢠Good high-speed stability coupled with sorted handling
⢠Spacious and well-built cabin with comfortable seats
⢠Useable 500-litre boot, along with a 58-litre frunk (in the front)
⢠Selectable regenerative braking and drive modes allow you to extract maximum performance or efficiency, as needed
⢠Sufficient driving range of 450+ km for urban commuting as well as the usual road-tripping with family
⢠Features such as the vehicle-to-load function, soundproof glass, privacy glass, rotating 15.6-inch touchscreen, head-up display, climate control with heat pump, air purifier, panoramic glass roof, adaptive cruise control, NFC key card, reclining rear seats, etc.
⢠Top-notch safety kit & level 2 ADAS to keep you safe
⢠Inherent EV advantages such as a green image, zero tailpipe emissions, low running costs (charge at home) & top-notch NVH
What you won’t:
⢠20-inch wheels and low profile tyres means the low speed ride is firm. You feel bad roads
⢠No option of a lighter-coloured interior theme (cabin is full-black)
⢠Most functions and settings are controlled through the touchscreen, which makes them difficult to access on the move
⢠Missing features such as connected car tech, no spare wheel (in India!!!), one-pedal driving, etc.
⢠12-speaker DYNAUDIO sound system is good, but not as immersive as some other premium systems
⢠Poor rearward visibility due to the acutely angled rear windscreen
⢠BYD’s dealership & service network is currently very small
⢠The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, highway range anxiety, setting up home charging etc.)
Volvo ex40
What you’ll like:
⢠A sharply styled SUV. Volvoâs new designs sure are head-turners!
⢠Solid build & top-notch quality, inside out
⢠Quick performance will keep most owners happy. Well configurated one-pedal driving feature makes it very easy to drive in the city
⢠Real-world range should be ~350 km, which is enough for most users
⢠Excellent high-speed stability coupled with sorted handling. Mature ride quality at speed too
⢠Zero emissions, cheap running costs & green image will appeal to a lot of people
⢠Features such as panoramic sunroof, electric front seats with extendable seat bases, one-pedal driving, button-less starting procedure, air purifier etc.
⢠5-star NCAP rating. Loaded with safety equipment such as 7 airbags, collision mitigation support (front & rear), lane keeping aid, blind spot information system, cross-traffic alert & more
What you won’t:
⢠Rear seat comfort levels are mediocre. Raised floor & upright seatback. Itâs best for just 2 & ingress / egress are tricky too
⢠Firm low speed ride. Liveable, but not plush in the city. You will feel the bad roads
⢠No drive modes and no adjustable regeneration means you cannot customise your drive experience
⢠Spare tyre is placed above the boot floor and eats into luggage space
⢠Missing features such as ventilated seats, head-up display, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 360-degree camera, full-size spare tyre (has a space saver tyre), premium sound system, Vehicle to Load etc.
⢠Small dealership and service network isn’t a patch on its German competitors
BMW IX1 Limit
What you’ll like:
⢠Brilliantly priced! BMW has not only managed to undercut competitors but also priced the EV lower than the X1 Petrol / Diesel. This car is sheer value-for-money
⢠Solid German build and great quality inside out
⢠Performance from the 201 BHP motor is more than sufficient for Indian roads
⢠Real-world range of ~400 km can support intercity travel too
⢠Selectable drive modes, adjustable regen braking and one-pedal driving are useful in various driving conditions
⢠Long wheelbase translates into a spacious rear seat experience
⢠Features such as adaptive headlamps, 12-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, parking assistant, big panoramic glass roof, digital key, etc.
⢠5-star ANCAP rating, 8 airbags, A+ safety kit and some ADAS features
⢠Zero emissions, cheap running costs & green image will appeal to a lot of people
What you won’t:
⢠Firm low-speed ride. Liveable, but not plush in the city. You will feel bad roads
⢠While there is more space in the rear seat, the floor is still high (knees-up seating position)
⢠Just one variant on offer. No dual motor setup for enthusiasts
⢠8.6 second 0 – 100 km/h time isn’t really impressive for a 50-lakh rupee EV. 20-lakh rupee EVs match or beat this timing
⢠Vehicle controls like regeneration levels, HVAC controls, drive modes, and lane departure warning are all integrated into the touchscreen. Not ideal
⢠Doesnât get some of the features that the regular X1 gets (extendable seat bases on the front seats, lumbar support, massage function). Also missing are ventilated seats, head-up display, 360-degree camera, rear sunshade…
⢠Spare wheel is not available as standard. There’s no space under the floor, so you’ll have to place it above the boot floor which eats into luggage space
⢠The usual EV challenges (charging infrastructure, highway range anxiety etc.)
Volvo EC40 Recharge
What you’ll like:
⢠Sharply styled crossover. Volvoâs designs sure are head-turners!
⢠Solid build & top-notch quality, inside out
⢠Powerful drivetrain with 402 BHP, 660 Nm and AWD gives it sportscar-like performance
⢠Zero emissions, cheap running costs & green image will appeal to a lot of people
⢠Real world range should be ~400 km, which is enough for most users
⢠Excellent high-speed stability coupled with sorted handling. Mature ride quality at speed too
⢠Loaded with features such as panoramic pixel technology headlamps, electric front seats with extendable seat bases, one-pedal driving, button-less starting procedure, air purifier, 13-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, etc.
⢠5-star NCAP rating, top-notch safety kit & level 3 ADAS to keep you safe
What you won’t:
⢠Rear seat comfort levels are mediocre. Raised floor & upright seatback. Itâs best for just 2 & ingress / egress are tricky too, due to the sloping roofline
⢠Coupe-like rear styling can be polarising. Will divide opinions
⢠Poor rearward visibility due to the acutely-angled rear windscreen & C-pillar design
⢠Spare tyre is placed above the boot floor and eats into luggage space
⢠Missing features such as ventilated seats, head-up display, adjustable regenerative braking, wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, rear wiper, full-size spare tyre (has a space saver tyre) etc.
⢠Firm low speed ride. Liveable, but not plush in the city. You feel bad roads in the city
⢠Small dealership and service network isn’t a patch on its German competitors
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Mini Countryman Electric
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