Tesla Model Y: The undisputed bestseller among E-SUVs
The Tesla Model Y has established itself as a successful model worldwide. By 2023, an impressive 1.2 million units had been sold, and in the first half of 2024 alone, over 100,000 vehicles found a buyer in Europe. But how is the competition - in particular the automotive giant Stellantis - faring against the technological pioneer from the USA?
Why the Tesla Model Y sets standards
Top-level technology and performance
The Tesla Model Y impresses with a combination of modern technology, impressive performance and long range.
- Length: 4.75 meters
- Top speed: 217 km/h
- Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.9 seconds
- WLTP range: 455 km
- Price: from approx. 45,000 €
With features such as autonomous driving, an innovative infotainment system and regular over-the-air updates, the Model Y remains unmatched in its class.
Stellantis: Is there any serious competition?
Peugeot e-3008: Good approach, but no Tesla-rival
The Peugeot e-3008 comes close to the Tesla Model Y closest. With a range of 529 km and an entry-level price of around €45,000, it offers a solid overall package. However, in terms of performance and technology, the e-3008 falls well short of the Tesla behind:
- Top speed: 170 km/h
- Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 8.8 seconds
Despite good sales figures in August 2024, the e-3008 lacks the dynamics to Tesla really compete with it.
Fiat Giga Panda: Inexpensive, but not a direct competitor
The upcoming Fiat Giga Panda could appeal to a wider audience with an entry-level price of €30,000-35,000. However, as a city car with a range of 400 km and less advanced technology, it is unlikely to be a direct competitor to the Model Y perceived as a direct competitor to the
Lancia Gamma: hope for 2026
With the Lancia Gamma, Stellantis 2026 could finally offer a serious alternative to the Model Y offer. The model is to be based on the STLA Medium platform and impress in terms of both design and technology. But until the market launch, the Tesla Model Y remains unchallenged.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio: too expensive?
An electric version of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio could be powerful, but the high entry-level prices of the current model suggest that the electric version could exceed the competitive price of Tesla will not reach the competitive price.
The challenges for Stellantis
Stellantis is under pressure: while Tesla with continuous updates and a revised version of the Model Y ("Juniper" project, planned for 2025), Stellantis has so far lacked competitive models in the premium E-SUV class. The delay of the Lancia Gamma until 2026 could be particularly problematic, as Tesla and other competitors continue to extend their technological lead.
Conclusion: Tesla remains the leader - Stellantis must catch up
While the Tesla Model Y continues to set standards, Stellantis is struggling with technological gaps and delays. The Peugeot e-3008 and the Fiat Giga Panda are solid approaches, but not direct competitors. Until the Lancia Gamma appears in 2026 Tesla unchallenged. The question is whether Stellantis will be able to catch up by then.
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