In our Bucharest to Helsinki EV duel, the Tesla Model Y Long-Range beats the Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge by 90 minutes, completing the 2217km route in 33h 52min. The key advantage? 6 fewer charging stops. Route calculated on September 2, 2026 using real-time charging station data.
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range needs only 7 charging stops compared to 13 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.
Winner
Tesla Model Y Long-Range
- Total time: 33h 52min (90 min faster)
- Charging stops: 7
- Charging time: 2h 49min
- Energy: ~390 kWh
- Distance: 2217km
Quick Comparison
| Metric |
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge |
Tesla Model Y Long-Range |
| Travel time |
35h 22min |
33h 52min |
| Charging time: |
3h 45min |
2h 49min |
| Charging stops: |
13 |
7 |
| Energy used |
~399 kWh |
~396 kWh |
Charging Strategy Breakdown
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge Route
- Start: Bucharest (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Lidl Calea Romanului (10 min, 12% → 25%)
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Stop 2:
Kaufland Sucedava (18 min, 13% → 64%)
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Stop 3:
Maysternya Smaku (47 min, 10% → 89%)
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Stop 4:
Audi Centre (25 min, 10% → 46%)
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Stop 5:
Biedronka Legionów (14 min, 10% → 55%)
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Stop 6:
Hotel & Restauracja Olivia (20 min, 10% → 69%)
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Stop 7:
Kaufland (21 min, 10% → 45%)
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Stop 8:
MOP Rudniki Południe (10 min, 10% → 37%)
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Stop 9:
Jono Dailidės (13 min, 13% → 55%)
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Stop 10:
IONITY Circle K Aplinkkelis (10 min, 10% → 45%)
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Stop 11:
Neste (13 min, 10% → 54%)
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Stop 12:
Neste (11 min, 10% → 48%)
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Stop 13:
IONITY Circle K (13 min, 10% → 54%)
- Arrival: Helsinki
Tesla Model Y Long-Range Route
- Start: Bucharest (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Pensiunea Cristeşti (16 min, 19% → 37%)
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Stop 2:
Elektrozaryadka 200Kvt (46 min, 10% → 84%)
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Stop 3:
Biedronka Łaszczowiecka (10 min, 10% → 36%)
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Stop 4:
Biedronka Główna (42 min, 10% → 88%)
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Stop 5:
MOP Rudniki Południe (28 min, 10% → 71%)
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Stop 6:
Cafe Baltica (16 min, 10% → 64%)
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Stop 7:
Neste Niidu (11 min, 10% → 54%)
- Arrival: Helsinki
Why the Tesla Model Y Long-Range Won
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range achieved a 90-minute advantage over Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge on this 2217km route. Key factors:
- Fewer charging stops: 7 stops vs 13 for the slowest vehicle means less time spent finding and connecting to chargers.
- Faster charging: Total charging time of 2h 49min vs 3h 45min thanks to higher peak charging speeds or better charging curve.
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