Tesla Model Y L AWD Charging Guide: Time, Speed, Power
Price: $74,900
Available since 2026
Key EV Specs
88.2kWh
Battery Size (capacity)
681 km
Range (WLTP)
126 Wh/km
Efficiency
5 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
11 kW AC / 250 kW DC
Charge Power (max)
Tesla Model Y L AWD Charging Overview and Charging Specs
The Tesla Model Y L AWD is equipped with a 88.2 kWh battery and supports both AC and DC charging. With the right setup, you can charge conveniently at home or use public charging stations for faster top-ups. This guide covers charging times, costs, plug types, and tips to maximise efficiency. The Model Y L AWD uses a Type 2 plug for AC charging and a CCS connector for DC fast charging, both standard in Australia.
| Battery size (capacity) | 88.2 kWh |
| Battery Size (useable)* | 86 kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | NMC |
| Charge Port Type | Type 2 |
| Charge Port Location | Right Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 11 kW |
| Charge Speed | 78 km/h |
| Charge Time (0-100%) | 8 hrs 42 mins |
Tesla Model Y L AWD Charging Times and Speeds
The Tesla Model Y L AWD has a charging limit of 11 kW AC. This means that a three-phase 22kW AC charger will only supply power at 11 kW AC. If you are using a 7.2 kW AC charger, power will be limited to 7.2 kW AC. The table below provides charging times across different charger types.
Use our EV charging calculator if you want to customise your charge level and speed.
Charging Station Comparison
| Charger Type | Power Output (Average) | 0–100% Time | 10–80% Time | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home AC (7kW) | 7 kW | 12.9 hr | - | 56 km/h |
| Public AC (22kW) | 11 kW | 8.2 hr | - | 87 km/h |
| DC Fast (50kW) | 50 kW | - | 76 min | 397 km/h |
| DC Fast (150kW) | 117 kW | - | 32 min | 929 km/h |
| Ultra-Fast DC (350kW) | 117 kW | - | 32 min | 929 km/h |
Tesla Model Y L AWD Charging Costs & Energy Use
The cost of charging a Tesla Model Y L AWD will depend on where it is being charged. The costs of charging from home versus charging as a fast public charging station vary significantly.
The cost of fully charging a Tesla Model Y L AWD on a typical home flat energy tariff of $0.35/kWh is $30.87.
The cost of fully charging the Tesla Model Y L AWD at a fast public station, where rates as high as $0.7/kWh will be $61.74.
Use our EV charging calculator to get a personalised estimate of the charging costs for a Tesla Model Y L AWD
CCS CompatibleWhile most Tesla Superchargers in Australia now support non-Tesla EVs such as the Tesla Model Y L AWD via the CCS2 standard, always check the Tesla app for station compatibility.
Tesla Model Y L AWD Fast Charging & Tesla Supercharger Compatibility
The Tesla Model Y L AWD can charge from 10–80% in approximately 31 minutes on a high-power DC charger.
While most Tesla Superchargers in Australia now support non-Tesla EVs such as the Tesla Model Y L AWD via the CCS2 standard, always check the Tesla app for station compatibility.
Charging Specifications:
Usable Battery Capacity:
88.2 kWh
Fast Charge Power (max):
250 kW
Fast Charge Power (avg):
117 kW
Max Fast Charging Speed:
1782 km/h
Charge Port:
Type 2
Port Location:
Right Side (Rear)
Tesla Model Y L AWD Recommended Charge Level
The Tesla Model Y L AWD uses an NMC battery. The typical recommended charge limit is 80% to 90% for daily use and only charge to 100% for longer trips.
The recommended charge limit for NMC batteries is due to higher degradation risk from a higher state of charge.
Check your owners manual for specific recommendations for the Tesla Model Y L AWD.
Tesla Model Y L AWD Bidirectional Charging (V2G/V2H/V2L)
The Tesla Model Y L AWD currently supports bidirectional charging features such as Vehicle-to-Load (V2L).
| Feature | Supported | Max Power Output |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No | - |
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No | - |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | Yes | 3.3 kW |