Verdict
At RM198,000, the Rear-wheel Drive is the sharper buy for Malaysians who can live with 466 km of EV range. The RM21,000 step to the Long Range RWD brings a 75 kWh battery instead of 60 kWh and stretches range to 661 km, a meaningful 195 km gain. It is only 0.3 seconds quicker to 100 km/h, while both have the same 295 hp, 420 Nm, 175 kW DC charging and listed equipment. Factor in RM915 annual road tax versus RM305.
Pick the Tesla Model Y Rear-wheel Drive if 466 km range meets your needs and you want to save RM21,000 upfront plus RM610 a year in road tax.
Pick the Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD if its 661 km range and 75 kWh battery matter more than the higher purchase price and annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: RM198,000 vs RM219,000
- Battery capacity: 60 kWh vs 75 kWh
- EV range: 466 km vs 661 km
- 0-100 km/h: 5.9 seconds vs 5.6 seconds
- Road tax per year: RM305 vs RM915
Rear-wheel Drive
- RM21,000 lower purchase price
- RM305 annual road tax, versus RM915
- Same listed cabin, safety and charging equipment
- 195 km less EV range: 466 km versus 661 km
- Smaller 60 kWh battery versus 75 kWh
- 0.3 seconds slower from 0-100 km/h
Long Range RWD
- 661 km EV range, 195 km more than the Rear-wheel Drive
- 75 kWh battery capacity
- 5.6-second 0-100 km/h time
- Costs RM21,000 more
- RM915 annual road tax, RM610 more per year
- Only 0.3 seconds quicker to 100 km/h despite the extra outlay
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM198,000✓ | RM219,000 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM305✓ | RM915 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 400V architecture | 400V architecture |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| Number of Motors | 1 | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | 295 hp | 295 hp |
| Motor Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | 60 kWh | 75 kWh✓ |
| EV Range | 466 km | 661 km✓ |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 175 kW | 175 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Driveline | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds✓ |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 201 km/h |
| 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 |
| Weight | 1,921 kg | 1,921 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 854 litres | 854 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/45R19 | 255/45R19 |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV | Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 EV |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Crossflow Alloys | 19" Crossflow Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) | 7 (Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Driver's Knee) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam | Adaptive LED Projectors with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED with LED Lighter | Full LED with LED Lighter |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated | Power Adjustable Front Seats, Heated & Ventilated |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated | 40:20:40 Split-Folding, Heated |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control with HEPA Air Filter |
| Rear Air-con | Rear Vents with Rear Screen | Rear Vents with Rear Screen |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Glass Roof | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C | 1 Front, 4 Front USB-C |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers | 15.4" Touchscreen with Navigation, Bluetooth and 9 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) | Keyless (Depress Brake to Start) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered Boot |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 80,000 km | 80,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) | 8-year/160,000 km Battery and Drive Unit Warranty, No fixed service schedule (condition-based maintenance) |
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.
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Rear-wheel Drive vs Long Range RWD FAQ
Is the Tesla Model Y Rear-wheel Drive or Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD better?
The Rear-wheel Drive is better value because it shares the same 295 hp motor output, 175 kW DC charging and listed equipment. Choose the Long Range RWD only if its 661 km range materially improves your usage.
What is the price difference?
The Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD costs RM21,000 more than the Rear-wheel Drive: RM219,000 versus RM198,000.
Which Model Y RWD has lower annual road tax?
The Rear-wheel Drive has lower annual road tax at RM305. The Long Range RWD costs RM915 per year, a RM610 difference.
