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Tesla Model Y vs Vauxhall Grandland
Selected trimRWDChange trim314 mi · Not available · £41,990
Selected trimDesignChange trim325 mi · 73 kWh · £37,355
At a glance
In this comparison, Tesla Model Y leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Vauxhall Grandland leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Tesla Model Y if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.9p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Vauxhall Grandland if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Tesla Model Y leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Tesla
6.5
Vauxhall
6.6
Too close to call
Motorway RangeTesla
Tesla
5.8
Vauxhall
3.4
FamilyTesla
Tesla
7.8
Vauxhall
7.1
ChargingTesla
Tesla
7
Vauxhall
4.8
Cost Per MileTesla
Tesla
7.7
Vauxhall
2.7
City DrivingVauxhall
Tesla
3
Vauxhall
3.6
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £41,990 | £37,355 (better) |
| Official range | 314 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 854 L (better) | 550 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec (better) | 9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Tesla Model Y
Vauxhall Grandland
Length
Tesla Model Y4,794mm
Vauxhall Grandland4,650mm-144mm
Width
Tesla Model Y1,981mm-127mm
Vauxhall Grandland2,108mm
Height
Tesla Model Y1,621mm-40mm
Vauxhall Grandland1,661mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,794 mm | 4,650 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,981 mm (better) | 2,108 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,129 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,621 mm | 1,661 mm |
| Turning circle | 12.1 m | 10.9 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 419 mm spare (better) | 292 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 854 L (better) | 550 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 2118 L (better) | 1645 L |
| Frunk | 117 L (better) | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | 1,200 kg (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Tesla Model Y
- 3rd-largest boot among SUVs in our catalogue at 854 L.
- A 117 L frunk, one of 6 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with a front boot of 117 L or more.
- Uses 138 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 100% of SUVs we track.
Vauxhall Grandland
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Tesla Model Y RWD |  Vauxhall Grandland Design |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.79m | 4.65m-144mm |
| Width | 1.98m | 2.11m+127mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.13m | Not available |
| Height | 1.62m | 1.66m+40mm |
| Wheelbase | Not available | 2.79m |
| Ground Clearance | 162mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 854L (better) | 550L |
| Boot (seats down) | 2118L (better) | 1645L |
| Frunk | 117L (better) | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 12.1m | 10.9m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,906kg (better) | 2,207kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | Not available | 73kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 314 mi | 325 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 175kW (better) | 160kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £41,990 | £37,355 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £41,990 (not eligible) | £35,855 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 314 miles | 325 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 251 miles (better) | 220 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 175 kW (better) | 160 kW |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 138 Wh/km (better) | 172 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | Not available | 73 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.9 sec (better) | 9 sec |
| Power | Not available | 157 kW |
| Torque | Not available | 345 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Tesla Model Y
RWD
Vauxhall Grandland
Design
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Tesla Model Y
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £38,121 | £21,995 |
| Average used price | £40,783 | £22,012 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 7 listings | 8 listings (better) |
| Saving vs RRP | £1,207 below new | £15,343 below new |
| Recent used-price trend | Down 9.2% over ~6 months | Broadly flat |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Tesla Model Y RWD
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant93%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist92%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Grandland Design
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist62%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Tesla Model YRWD | Vauxhall GrandlandDesign |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Tesla Model Y
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Grandland
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Tesla Model Y
- £38,1212025Car360View
- £43,4442025Castle EVView
Vauxhall Grandland
- £21,9952025EVHEROView
- £22,0122024Car360View
- £23,8822025Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model Y worth the extra £4,635 over the Vauxhall Grandland?
The Tesla Model Y costs £4,635 more than the Vauxhall Grandland. For that premium it adds 304 litres more boot space, a 2.1s quicker 0-62mph time and lower energy use, 138 versus 172 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Tesla Model Y comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Tesla Model Y or the Vauxhall Grandland?
The Vauxhall Grandland is £4,635 cheaper to buy. The Tesla Model Y is cheaper to charge, roughly £152 a year versus £192 for the Vauxhall Grandland, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Grandland comes out roughly £4,435 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Tesla Model Y and Vauxhall Grandland like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 251 miles for the Tesla Model Y and 220 miles for the Vauxhall Grandland - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Tesla Model Y goes roughly 31 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Tesla Model Y or the Vauxhall Grandland?
The Tesla Model Y is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 127 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Grandland. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 419 mm of total clearance for the Tesla Model Y and about 292 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Grandland. The Vauxhall Grandland also turns in a 1.2 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Tesla Model Y or the Vauxhall Grandland?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Tesla Model Y and 84% for the Vauxhall Grandland. That gives the Tesla Model Y a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Tesla Model Y's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Vauxhall Grandland's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .