The Model Y is also seven inches taller and two inches longer overall. Both vehicles seat 5, but rear passengers will be far more comfortable in the Model Y. If you really need to pack people in, the Model Y Long-Range AWD model has a third-row option for two extra seats.

Thanks to improvements in aerodynamics, tires, and brakes, the Model Y Juniper sees a modest increase in range (EPA-estimated up to 320 miles / 515 km) and also appears to be slightly quicker than its predecessor in equivalent trims—at least on paper.

I'm calling it early – the Tesla Model Y's time as Australia's best-selling electric vehicle is coming to an end. And no, I don't think the refreshed Juniper is going to save it. Interestingly, it's not just that Elon Musk has gone from climate-worrier (if not full warrior) to a certified MAGA man,