EV battery replacements, though, are a bit easier to estimate. And Tesla’s direct-sales model makes Tesla battery replacement costs even easier—especially if you have your replacement completed at a Tesla Service Center.

The 2022 Model Y utilizes a 75-82kWh lithium-ion battery pack with an estimated 326 miles of driving range and a cost between $10,000 and $12,000. After the roughly $500 labor costs and miscellaneous parts charge, your total cost would be around $10,500 to $12,500.

The battery warranty for the 2022 Model Y covers eight years or 120,000 miles, whichever comes first. As long as your old battery has a minimum 70% capacity remaining, your new battery, and/or replacement parts, like battery cells, cables, or connectors, should be covered under warranty.

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Tesla Model Y battery size

Can you put a new battery in an old Tesla Model Y?

There is very little data regarding battery replacement for any Tesla Model Y year because, like all Tesla vehicle batteries, the batteries are built with longevity in mind. None of the Model Ys on the road have been around long enough for a battery to wear out!

That said, it seems unlikely that older Model Ys would accept Tesla battery packs meant for newer models. All Model Ys from 2022 onward will be equipped with a

bigger, upgraded battery pack

that probably won’t be compatible with previous iterations.

Generally speaking, electric cars are pretty difficult to upgrade, so a battery swap with anything other than the battery modules the vehicle is designed for risks overloading the system.

Then again, this is Tesla (and Elon Musk) we’re talking about, so anything could be possible!

Tesla Model Y battery capacity and range

Wondering how your 2022 Model Y stacks up against earlier models? Let’s take a look at battery capacity and

driving range

across the Model Y’s short-lived history.

Model year and trim	Battery capacity	Driving range
2020 Long Range	75 kWh	316 miles
2020 Performance	75 kWh	315 miles
2021 Long Range	75 kWh	326 miles
2021 Performance	75 kWh	303 miles
2022 Long Range	81 kWh	330 miles
2022 Performance	81 kWh	303 miles

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The Tesla Model Y: Long Range vs. Performance

2022 Tesla Model Y battery lifespan

The battery pack in the 2022 Tesla Model Y is estimated to last between 300,000 and 500,000 miles—or between 10 to 15 years—with an average of 20,000 miles driven every year.

That’s a pretty long time, especially when you consider that the average driver in the US only travels around 14,000 miles per year.

There have been virtually zero instances of a Model Y needing a battery replacement due to battery degradation. As we mentioned earlier, these things are really built to last, so much so that basically none of them have worn out in the two years since the Model Y’s debut!

Still, there are a few tips you can use to prolong the lifespan of your Model Y’s battery:

Avoiding heat and high temperatures: Prolonged exposure to heat can significantly reduce battery life, so try to park your Model Y in the shade wherever possible.

Skipping the fast charger: A fast charger might be able to juice you up to 200 miles in as little as 15 minutes, but at the expense of some significant wear on your battery. Using a Level 1 or 2 household charger is safer for your battery.

Aiming for efficiency: This one might sound like a head-scratcher, but it’s actually less efficient to constantly charge your battery to 100% power. Charging to 80% instead of 100% can extend the life of your battery.

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Jerry
saved me $80 a month! I have a Tesla Model Y and really wanted to lower my rates. And they did! I really recommend you give this a shot!” —Nick M.