2026 Tesla Model Y Premium

The Model Y is Tesla's compact electric SUV, the one most families cross-shop against the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai Ioniq 5. It drives with the instant response you expect from a Tesla, and the low center of gravity keeps it planted through corners. The cabin is minimal and airy, with a large touchscreen handling most controls and a spacious rear seat and cargo area. Over-the-air updates keep the software fresh, and the standard Autopilot makes highway driving less tiring. The Premium is the mid-grade trim, a good pick if you want the dual-motor all-wheel drive and a nicer interior without stepping up to the Performance's firmer suspension. With dual motors and all-wheel drive, it launches off the line with that instant electric torque, and the low center of gravity makes it feel stable in corners.