In our Paris to Nice EV duel, the Tesla Model Y Long-Range beats the Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge by 28 minutes, completing the 934km route in 9h 9min. The key advantage? 1 fewer charging stop. 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 4 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.
Winner
Tesla Model Y Long-Range
- Total time: 9h 9min (28 min faster)
- Charging stops: 3
- Charging time: 30min
- Energy: ~164 kWh
- Distance: 934km
Quick Comparison
| Metric |
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge |
Tesla Model Y Long-Range |
| Travel time |
9h 37min |
9h 9min |
| Charging time: |
55min |
30min |
| Charging stops: |
4 |
3 |
| Energy used |
~168 kWh |
~168 kWh |
Charging Strategy Breakdown
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge Route
- Start: Paris (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Mobilize Lounge Avia, Créancey (12 min, 23% → 60%)
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Stop 2:
Aire des Chères Ouest, Les Cheres (13 min, 10% → 54%)
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Stop 3:
Aire de La Coucourde, La Coucourde (16 min, 10% → 61%)
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Stop 4:
Aire de l'Arc, Rousset (14 min, 10% → 55%)
- Arrival: Nice
Tesla Model Y Long-Range Route
- Start: Paris (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Aire des Chères Ouest, Les Cheres (10 min, 11% → 50%)
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Stop 2:
Aire de La Coucourde, La Coucourde (10 min, 18% → 55%)
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Stop 3:
Aire de l'Arc, Rousset (10 min, 18% → 55%)
- Arrival: Nice
Why the Tesla Model Y Long-Range Won
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range achieved a 28-minute advantage over Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge on this 934km route. Key factors:
- Fewer charging stops: 3 stops vs 4 for the slowest vehicle means less time spent finding and connecting to chargers.
- Faster charging: Total charging time of 30min vs 55min thanks to higher peak charging speeds or better charging curve.
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