Model Y Alternatives: Configuration-Specific 2026 Range Comparison
The table keeps those values and source links, using the shared component. The actual hero shows a parked Model Y, not a multi-vehicle charging test.
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The table keeps those values and source links, using the shared component. The actual hero shows a parked Model Y, not a multi-vehicle charging test.
This is a configuration-specific reference checked October 19, not a reconstruction of what every maker offered in January.
Nine defined EPA entries
The EPA dataset gives the following US 2026 ratings. These selected configurations illustrate alternatives; the table is not an equal-price comparison or a maximum-range ranking:
| Model year and exact EPA configuration | EPA range (miles) | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range RWD | 357 | EPA 49743 |
| 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 RWD | 318 | EPA 49960 |
| 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD | 319 | EPA 50214 |
| 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended | 320 | EPA 50205 |
| 2026 Toyota bZ (energy capacity 191 Ah) | 314 | EPA 50042 |
| 2026 Nissan ARIYA FWD 87kWh | 289 | EPA 50227 |
| 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 | 291 | EPA 49987 |
| 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV FWD | 319 | EPA 49953 |
| 2026 Honda Prologue FWD | 308 | EPA 50208 |
Always retain the year, drivetrain, battery and wheel information when comparing entries. Availability, trim naming and equipment can differ by market. An EPA listing is not evidence of current dealer stock or a local transaction price.
Range is only one decision variable
A rating is not a promise for a particular highway trip or winter day. Compare the space, charging compatibility and route requirements that matter to your household. Obtain a current itemized quote for each actual configuration before calculating value.
Use the EPA range for the exact configuration you are comparing. A Toyota model-year name, architecture label and output figure each need their own source before they enter the same sentence.
Charging cannot be ranked from a plug or headline alone
DOE’s charging overview distinguishes equipment output from vehicle and battery limitations. Compare a supported charging curve and stated conditions for the exact vehicle, not just the highest number printed on a charger.
Connector adoption does not establish that every vehicle can use every site without an adapter, account or access limitation.
This page offers a sourced starting point for a shortlist. It does not present a MotorLinks multi-vehicle test or guarantee a winner for every buyer.
Individual EPA records
EPA 49743 · EPA 49960 · EPA 50214 · EPA 50205 · EPA 50042 · EPA 50227 · EPA 49987 · EPA 49953 · EPA 50208