In our Rome to Bern EV duel, the Tesla Model Y Long-Range beats the Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge by 30 minutes, completing the 857km route in 9h 22min. The key advantage? 2 fewer charging stops. Route calculated on September 5, 2026 using real-time charging station data.
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range needs only 2 charging stops compared to 4 for the slowest vehicle, saving valuable time.
Winner
Tesla Model Y Long-Range
- Total time: 9h 22min (30 min faster)
- Charging stops: 2
- Charging time: 25min
- Energy: ~151 kWh
- Distance: 857km
Quick Comparison
| Metric |
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge |
Tesla Model Y Long-Range |
| Travel time |
9h 52min |
9h 22min |
| Charging time: |
51min |
25min |
| Charging stops: |
4 |
2 |
| Energy used |
~154 kWh |
~154 kWh |
Charging Strategy Breakdown
Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge Route
- Start: Rome (100% charge)
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Stop 1:
Osteria De'Giusti (10 min, 29% → 57%)
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Stop 2:
Secchia Est (15 min, 11% → 58%)
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Stop 3:
IONITY Pit Stop Café (16 min, 10% → 60%)
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Stop 4:
ACW Auto-Center Visp (10 min, 10% → 44%)
- Arrival: Bern
Tesla Model Y Long-Range Route
- Start: Rome (100% charge)
-
Stop 1:
Cantagallo Est (10 min, 26% → 60%)
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Stop 2:
IONITY Pit Stop Café (15 min, 17% → 67%)
- Arrival: Bern
Why the Tesla Model Y Long-Range Won
The Tesla Model Y Long-Range achieved a 30-minute advantage over Renault Megane E-TECH EV60 optimum charge on this 857km route. Key factors:
- Fewer charging stops: 2 stops vs 4 for the slowest vehicle means less time spent finding and connecting to chargers.
- Faster charging: Total charging time of 25min vs 51min thanks to higher peak charging speeds or better charging curve.
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