The new Tesla Model Y is already technologically outdated

After the initial surprise of its presentation, a brief analysis is enough to convince us that the Tesla Model Y 2025 is behind in technological innovation.

All style? That’s the feeling that dominates after the presentation of the much-anticipated Tesla Model Y facelift. We even want to add: why such a long wait? Because aside from the look, the reality is harsh: the electric SUV that was so dominant yesterday has reason to worry.

The most savage tweet following the presentation of the Tesla Model Y 2025 came from Lei Jun, CEO of the Chinese giant Xiaomi: “OK.” Nothing more. A punch that could be translated as “Is that it?.” In short, with what Xiaomi is preparing, Tesla is already trailing in technological terms. It’s true we could have expected more than just an aesthetic and interior refresh of the Model Y, because that’s exactly what it is.

Indeed, the depreciation – deplorable on the first version, no offense to Tesla fanatics – and noise insulation have received thorough attention, just like the Model 3 revamped at the end of 2023. But otherwise? Just a quick technical makeover, with slightly better autonomies, unchanged charging speeds, and higher prices that do not bring any real revolution. To the point that one might think that the current Large Range Propulsion, at 40,990 euros, is a much better choice!

The 400 Volt architecture, so 2020?

Overall, the new Tesla Model Y 2025 will be an excellent car. But when your name is Tesla, and you boast everywhere about being the global leader in electric vehicles, accepting such technical stagnation makes the competition burst into laughter. In Europe, China, or South Korea, the 800-Volt architecture will become widespread very quickly. The 400-Volt system is now accepted only for smaller vehicles or less arrogant manufacturers.

The boomerang effect will hit Tesla and its CEO Elon Musk hard, as 2025 is likely to be a painful year for his pride. Competition will gang up to make Tesla look outdated, which seems destined to rely solely on style now. But other manufacturers, like Renault with its ultra-sexy R5 lineup and the upcoming Twingo, have also understood that design will be central to standing out.

As for Chinese manufacturers, they are innovating at an unprecedented speed. Solid-state batteries with lightning-fast charging are imminent. And their prices will eventually shift the game. So, Tesla, already forced to quickly update the Model Y? Is this model actually unable to reinvent itself due to its structure? If its lifespan were extended by four years, what an anachronism it would be then.

Let’s repeat: the Tesla Model Y won’t be a bad electric car, quite the contrary. But it will be quickly overtaken and outdated by the competition. From then on, our simple advice is: do not buy it, but rent it for a maximum of 36 months. The technological leaps to come in the next 3-5 years will be unprecedented.

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