In our Brussels to Dublin EV duel, the Tesla Model Y Long-Range beats the Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge by 34 minutes, completing the 941km route in 12h 29min. The key advantage? 2 fewer charging stops. Route calculated on July 19, 2026 using real-time charging station data.
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range needs only 3 charging stops compared to 5 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.
Winner
Tesla Model Y Long-Range
- Total time: 12h 29min (34 min faster)
- Charging stops: 3
- Charging time: 37min
- Energy: ~166 kWh
- Distance: 941km
Quick Comparison
| Metric |
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge |
Tesla Model Y Long-Range |
| Travel time |
13h 3min |
12h 29min |
| Charging time: |
1h 8min |
37min |
| Charging stops: |
5 |
3 |
| Energy used |
~169 kWh |
~169 kWh |
Charging Strategy Breakdown
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge Route
- Start: Brussels (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
IONITY Village Hotel (10 min, 11% → 47%)
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Stop 2:
Moto Toddington Northbound (11 min, 10% → 50%)
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Stop 3:
IONITY Village Hotel (10 min, 10% → 47%)
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Stop 4:
Supercharger Mountain Park Hotel (27 min, 10% → 77%)
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Stop 5:
Sir John Rogerson's Quay (10 min, 10% → 23%)
- Arrival: Dublin
Tesla Model Y Long-Range Route
- Start: Brussels (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Supercharger Poplars Garden Centre (15 min, 11% → 63%)
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Stop 2:
Supercharger Mountain Park Hotel (12 min, 10% → 57%)
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Stop 3:
Sir John Rogerson's Quay (10 min, 10% → 21%)
- Arrival: Dublin
Why the Tesla Model Y Long-Range Won
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range achieved a 34-minute advantage over Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge on this 941km route. Key factors:
- Fewer charging stops: 3 stops vs 5 for the slowest vehicle means less time spent finding and connecting to chargers.
- Faster charging: Total charging time of 37min vs 1h 8min thanks to higher peak charging speeds or better charging curve.
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