Recently, Tesla officially began delivering the Model Y Performance, a high-performance version of the Model Y, in China.
In terms of power, the maximum power is 357 kW and the maximum torque is 659 Nm, and the official 0-100 km/h acceleration time is 3.7 seconds.
In terms of range, the NEDC range is 566 km, slightly less than the 640 km range of the Model Y Long Range Four-Wheel Drive version.
In addition, the Model Y Performance version has some exterior enhancements compared to the regular version, including 21-inch wheels, a more advanced braking system, a carbon fiber rear wing, and a lower suspension system. Inside the car, there are also aluminum brake pedals.
Interestingly, according to feedback from users on a short video platform, the Model Y Performance uses an AMD Ryzen chip for its infotainment system, replacing the Intel Atom chip used in the previous model.
According to the analysis and speculation of @硬哥, the new Model Y Performance may use the same processor as the new Model S/X Plaid.
Compared to the current Intel processors, Ryzen’s CPU performance is 4 times higher and its GPU performance is 8 times higher. Compared to the recent 8155 automotive processor, its CPU performance is about twice as much and its GPU performance is about 1.5 times as much. However, Ryzen’s power consumption is slightly higher, with its highest specification reaching 45 watts.
In September, the price of the Model Y Performance increased by 10,000 RMB in China. However, the current price of 387,900 RMB is still one of the highest performing and cost-effective SUV products on the market. But what are the actual differences in performance and infotainment chips compared to the old model? We’ll have to wait for our test reports after we get our hands on actual cars.
Source: Tesla Official.
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