Fuel economy details

Tesla Model Y 2024

EPA fuel-economy estimates for 1 version of this vehicle. Review the published configuration below.

120combined MPGe

128 / 112city / highway MPGe

$650estimated annual fuel cost

How to use these estimates

EPA ratings use standardized city and highway tests, making them a useful starting point for comparing similar vehicles. For model years with several versions, choose the powertrain that matches the vehicle you are considering before relying on a rating.

Your actual fuel or electricity use can vary with weather, payload, driving style, maintenance, and local prices.

Automatic (A1)

120 combined MPGe

Fuel typeElectricity

Vehicle classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

DriveRear-Wheel Drive

TransmissionAutomatic (A1)

Tailpipe CO₂0 g/mi

EPA base modelModel Y

Powertrain typeEV

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score: 10
EPA greenhouse gas score: 10
Estimated annual petroleum use: 0.1 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison: saves $7,750

Electric driving

EPA range: 260 miles
EPA city range: 276 miles
EPA highway range: 241 miles
Electricity use: 28 kWh / 100 mi
Charge time at 240 V: 9 hours

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 26 EPA records from 2024 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position: At or above 96%
Combined MPGe vs median: 8 MPGe above the class median.
Annual cost vs median: $50 lower than the class median.

NHTSA safety recalls

Recall information for this model year

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for this 2024 Tesla Model Y. A VIN is required to confirm whether a specific vehicle is affected.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCampaign 25V002000

Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMSCampaign 24V935000

Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."

Remedy: Tesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINERCampaign 24V886000

Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.

Remedy: Tesla service will replace the seat assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-004.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCHCampaign 24V554000

Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Model 3, Model S, Model X, and 2020-2024 Model Y vehicles. The hood latch assembly may fail to detect an unlatched hood condition after the hood has been opened.

Remedy: Tesla has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2024. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-012.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANELCampaign 24V051000

Issue: Tesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2012-2023 Model S, 2016-2024 Model X, 2017-2023 Model 3, 2019-2024 Model Y, and 2024 Cybertruck vehicles. An incorrect font size is displayed on the instrument panel for the Brake, Park, and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Remedy: Tesla began releasing an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-003.

Source: NHTSA recall data, last checked August 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA before taking action.

Where these numbers come from

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. This page was last updated on August 15, 2026. Learn more about how we use vehicle data.