You can improve your 2024 Tesla Model Y's real-world efficiency by 10 to 25% with a few habits. Keep tires at 42 psi cold. Drive 55 to 70 mph. Avoid hard launches. Remove roof racks. Use climate settings wisely. Many owners drop Wh/mi from 270 to 230-250. This adds 20 to 40 miles of range per charge. It saves $120 to $300 yearly on electricity.
Your Model Y often hits 250 to 300 Wh/mi in real use. Speed, tire pressure, extra weight, and HVAC drain the most energy. Small changes stack up. They help most on highways and in cold weather.
| Change | Typical gain | Why it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Tires at 42 psi cold | 2 to 6% | Cuts rolling resistance on heavy EV |
| Speed 55 to 70 mph | 10 to 15% | Lowers aero drag at highway speeds |
| Smooth accel and regen | 5 to 10% | Recaptures energy, avoids spikes |
| Remove roof racks/boxes | 3 to 10% | Slashes highway drag |
| Cut cargo weight | 1% per 100 lb | Less mass to move |
| Smart climate use | 5 to 10% | Lowers HVAC load |
Take these steps this week:
- Tires and wheels: Set all four tires to 42 psi cold. Check monthly and before trips. Keep aero covers on for highways. Rotate every 6,250 miles. Check alignment yearly.
- Drive smart: Use Chill mode daily. Accelerate gently. Stay near speed limits. Set Traffic-Aware Cruise on highways to hold steady speed. Brake early for regen.
- Cut drag and weight: Ditch roof racks when empty. Clear heavy trunk items. Keep windows up over 40 mph.
- Plan routes: Group errands for warm battery drives. Use Tesla Navigation for traffic smarts. Skip short cold trips if you can.
- Climate control: Precondition on plug-in with Scheduled Departure. Heat seats and wheel over cabin blast. Recirculate to cool quick. Park in shade summer days.
- Cold weather: Precondition for full regen. Use Chill and Standard regen on slick roads.
- Track progress: Reset trip meter. Watch Wh/mi for a week. Test routes at different speeds.
Sidekick tracks your Model Y's Wh/mi and sends personalized tips to boost range over time.