Tesla Model Y vs. Audi e-tron
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Tesla Model Y and Audi e-tron contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Tesla Model Y and the Audi e-tron.
When comparing the Tesla Model Y's and the Audi e-tron's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model Y has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Tesla Model Y's and the Audi e-tron's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model Y is a better car than the Audi e-tron.
Pricing: A used 2023 Tesla Model Y ranges from $27,239 to $36,611 while a used 2023 Audi e-tron is priced between $30,988 to $46,990.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Tesla Model Y loses 60.8 percent of its value and the Audi e-tron loses 70.3 percent of its value. This means the Tesla Model Y retains 9.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi e-tron.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Tesla Model Y’s base engine makes 425 horsepower, and the Audi e-tron base engine makes 402 horsepower.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Tesla Model Y and the Audi e-tron have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
43990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
58516
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
43990 - 71300
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
70800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
58516
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
43990 - 71300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
32040
Price Range:
27239 - 36611
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
37983
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
32040 - 55136
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
598
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
32582
# Good or Great Deals:
172
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
38375
Price Range:
30988 - 46990
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
37983
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
32040 - 55136
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
60
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
21722
# Good or Great Deals:
49
Tesla Model Y Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Audi e-tron Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Tesla Model Y
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi e-tron
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
522.9539071394406
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
4.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
1.2 - 523.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.285638361531749
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
4.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Electric Compact SUVs)
1.2 - 523.0
Tesla Model Y Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 44Ranking
6 out of / 65Ranking
6 out of / 44Ranking
6 out of / 44Ranking
8 out of / 65Ranking
8 out of / 65Ranking
10 out of / 44Ranking
10 out of / 44Ranking
10 out of / 44Ranking
12 out of / 65Ranking
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14 out of / 65Ranking
14 out of / 40Ranking
15 out of / 65Ranking
17 out of / 44Ranking
20 out of / 65Ranking
21 out of / 44Ranking
27 out of / 44Ranking
29 out of / 65Ranking
30 out of / 59Ranking
33 out of / 65Audi e-tron Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 44Ranking
10 out of / 65Ranking
10 out of / 44Ranking
11 out of / 65Ranking
13 out of / 44Ranking
18 out of / 65Ranking
20 out of / 44Ranking
24 out of / 65Ranking
27 out of / 44Ranking
27 out of / 44Ranking
29 out of / 44Ranking
34 out of / 44Ranking
35 out of / 65Ranking
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43 out of / 65Ranking
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48 out of / 65Ranking
48 out of / 65Ranking
56 out of / 65Summary Review
The Tesla Model Y is a two-row, five-passenger crossover. An optional third row with two jump seats is also available in some trims. Like every Tesla, it offers great performance bang for the buck, with acceleration that surpasses most gas-powered crossovers in its price range.
Summary Review
The Audi e-tron is a roomy two-row crossover. Like all Audis, this EV is upscale and offers the satisfying driving experience that European premium vehicle owners expect.
Pros and Cons
- Roomier than its sibling the Model 3
- Optional third row
- Segment-leading range
- No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay
- No spare tire on any trim
- Few luxury features
- Some early reliability issues
Pros and Cons
- All-wheel drive
- IIHS Top Safety Pick+
- 4,000-pound towing capacity
- Lower than segment average range
- Priced above many similar offerings
- Low volume availability
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Tesla Model Y Trim Levels
Base, Long Range, Performance
Audi e-tron Trim Levels
quattro Chronos, quattro Premium, quattro Premium Plus
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
425 hp
Torque:
475 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.102 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
402 hp
Torque:
490 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
260 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Battery Size/Capacity :
67.6 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
9.4 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
78 / 79 / 79
Range (city/hwy):
226 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
95 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
34.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
76.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
28.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4154 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
64 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5765 lbs
Width:
86.2 inches
Height:
65.5 inches
Length:
193 inches
Wheelbase:
115.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/45R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Solid Black
Blue
Deep Blue Metallic
Red
Red Multi-Coat
Silver
Midnight Silver Metallic
White
Pearl White Multi-Coat
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Mythos Black Metallic
Blue
Galaxy Blue Metallic / Navarra Blue Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Florett Silver Metallic
White
Glacier White Metallic
Gray
Manhattan Gray Metallic / Typhoon Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Black
White
Black and White
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black w/ Rock Gray Stitching
White
Not available
Beige
Pearl Beige w/ Agate Gray Stitching
Brown
Okapi Brown
