In our Munich to Paris EV duel, the Tesla Model Y Long-Range beats the Tesla Model X 2023 by 61 minutes, completing the 823km route in 8h 0min. The key advantage? 1 fewer charging stop. Route calculated on September 4, 2026 using real-time charging station data.
The Tesla Model X 2023's 460km range doesn't beat the Tesla Model Y Long-Range's 426km here - charging speed and efficiency matter more.
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range needs only 2 charging stops compared to 3 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.
Winner
Tesla Model Y Long-Range
- Total time: 8h 0min (61 min faster)
- Charging stops: 2
- Charging time: 20min
- Energy: ~145 kWh
- Distance: 823km
Quick Comparison
| Metric |
Tesla Model X 2023 |
Tesla Model Y Long-Range |
| Travel time |
9h 1min |
8h 0min |
| Charging time: |
1h 11min |
20min |
| Charging stops: |
3 |
2 |
| Energy used |
~148 kWh |
~148 kWh |
Charging Strategy Breakdown
Tesla Model X 2023 Route
- Start: Munich (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Aral Tankstelle Karlsruher Straße, Pforzheim (12 min, 43% → 65%)
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Stop 2:
Auchan Einkaufszentrum, Semécourt (38 min, 10% → 44%)
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Stop 3:
Aire Reims Champagne Nord, Billy-le-Grand (21 min, 10% → 47%)
- Arrival: Paris
Tesla Model Y Long-Range Route
- Start: Munich (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Aire de Keskastel Est, Keskastel (10 min, 16% → 53%)
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Stop 2:
Fastned Aire de Valmy Le Moulin, Valmy (10 min, 14% → 53%)
- Arrival: Paris
Why the Tesla Model Y Long-Range Won
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range achieved a 61-minute advantage over Tesla Model X 2023 on this 823km route. Key factors:
- Fewer charging stops: 2 stops vs 3 for the slowest vehicle means less time spent finding and connecting to chargers.
- Faster charging: Total charging time of 20min vs 1h 11min thanks to higher peak charging speeds or better charging curve.
- Better efficiency: Lower energy consumption (~145 kWh vs ~170 kWh) means less time spent charging.
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