What car to replace my Tesla Model Y?

[uktrailmonster]

So my 2022 Model Y is now rapidly approaching 50k trouble free miles and it’s new car time again! Which is why I’ve been hanging around the forums again recently. No particular hurry and could be any time in the next 6 months or more.

I have been looking at loads of options and thought I would make a shortlist at this stage. So what do we think about this lot? In no particular order:-

Polestar 3 Dual Motor
Porsche Macan EV4
Skoda Enyaq VRS
DS No.8 Dual Motor
Lexus RZ 550e F-Sport
Alpine A390
BMW iX3 NK

You will note that covers quite a broad price range from about £50-80k, so budget is pretty flexible.

The obvious omission from this list is the new Tesla Model Y and that’s only because my wife says she’s getting one! So I want something different, but it has to do much the same job. I already have a weekend sportscar too.

So any thoughts? Any similar contenders I’ve missed? I’m not interested in BYD, MG, Kia or Hyundai. Not any of their current models at least.

Cheers

[simonrockman]

If the A390 feels anything like the A290 to drive it would be the top of that list for me. I also like the Mach-e.

[uktrailmonster]

simonrockman said:

If the A390 feels anything like the A290 to drive it would be the top of that list for me. I also like the Mach-e.

Agreed, the Alpine is a top contender if available in time. Good call on the Mach-e. I have considered it, but just missed my shortlist cut. I’m not that keen on the interior and have mixed feelings about the exterior styling. Maybe I’ll take a look at the GT again though.

[plfrench]

What about the new Mercedes GLC EV to add to that list? It's going head to head with the NK iX3 and promises to shift Mercedes' game on with an all-new platform.

Given the progress they made with the new CLA, then could be well worth looking at.

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-me...

[Blue62]

The Zeekr7 might be worth waiting for, but hard to know when it will be available in the U.K.

[Blue62]

The Zeekr7 might be worth waiting for, but hard to know when it will be available in the U.K.

[gangzoom]

I'm slowly working through the same question, though with a much older X and over the last 100k miles having got use to 6 seats/stupid amount of cargo space for the yearly multi generational family European road trips.

The iX would be an easy choice if only BMW employeed some designer who have gone to Specsavers

Edited by gangzoom on Sunday 10th August 07:55

[gangzoom]

simonrockman said:

If the A390 feels anything like the A290 to drive it would be the top of that list for me. I also like the Mach-e.

Not seen the A390 before, looks great and worthwhile waiting for.

[ncjones]

The Macan interior is simply lovely.

[raspy]

These two models might be beyond your 80k limit, but depending upon introductory offers for leases etc, it may be worth keeping an eye on.

Denza Z9 GT (early 2026 apparently)
Porsche Cayenne EV

[Mammasaid]

2 more options to add to your list

Ioniq 5N at the top end (yes I know you said no Hyundai, but this is another level).

If you're considering the Enyaq vRS, then the Ford Explorer/Capri should be on your list, same drivetrain as the Skoda, but with Ford tuned suspension and handling. I'm genuinely impressed with the handling of my Explorer, even though it's 'only' the 286 hp RWD.

[uktrailmonster]

plfrench said:

What about the new Mercedes GLC EV to add to that list? It's going head to head with the NK iX3 and promises to shift Mercedes' game on with an all-new platform.

Given the progress they made with the new CLA, then could be well worth looking at.

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-me...

It’s a great suggestion, but I really struggle with current Merc styling and especially their SUV blobs! Will take a look, but probably not going to be my style.

[uktrailmonster]

Blue62 said:

The Zeekr7 might be worth waiting for, but hard to know when it will be available in the U.K.

A bit too big and slab like design for me. Worth mentioning, but I’ll pass on that one.

[uktrailmonster]

gangzoom said:

I'm slowly working through the same question, though with a much older X and over the last 100k miles having got use to 6 seats/stupid amount of cargo space for the yearly multi generational family European road trips.

The iX would be an easy choice if only BMW employeed some designer who have gone to Specsavers

Edited by gangzoom on Sunday 10th August 07:55

I also owned a Model X for 4 years and it was a great car. I found the Model Y just as practical and better driving dynamics. Only 5 seats though of course. The BMW iX is bigger than I need. New iX3 is high on my list though.

[uktrailmonster]

ncjones said:

The Macan interior is simply lovely.

I sat in one at my local Porsche dealer. It was ok, but I was a bit underwhelmed to be honest. I think they are so spec dependent though with a million option combinations!

[uktrailmonster]

raspy said:

These two models might be beyond your 80k limit, but depending upon introductory offers for leases etc, it may be worth keeping an eye on.

Denza Z9 GT (early 2026 apparently)
Porsche Cayenne EV

Denza looks interesting. Cayenne is a size bigger than I need, so would choose the Macan if I go with Porsche.

[uktrailmonster]

Mammasaid said:

2 more options to add to your list

Ioniq 5N at the top end (yes I know you said no Hyundai, but this is another level).

If you're considering the Enyaq vRS, then the Ford Explorer/Capri should be on your list, same drivetrain as the Skoda, but with Ford tuned suspension and handling. I'm genuinely impressed with the handling of my Explorer, even though it's 'only' the 286 hp RWD.

The Ioniq 5N is certainly interesting, but just not my style. It’s just a bit too “shouty” for what I’m looking for in this car.

But I’m glad you mentioned the Explorer/Capri. I’ve seen a few of them out on the road recently and they both looked good. Sharper than I expected in the flesh. I also followed one being driven quite fast and it looked well poised on the road. I’m pretty sure it was the AWD version because it was a good match for my Model Y AWD on acceleration. I think the facelift Enyaq looks a bit more interesting, but these Fords deserve a closer look!

[andrewpandrew]

I think I’d be waiting to see what the iX3 is like. I’m a fan of the Neue Klasse aesthetic, so I think that could be a winner.

My choice came down to Polestar 4 vs 3. Ultimately the interior of the 3 failed to wow me. We both just found it too ordinary, whereas the 4 interior is stunning, particularly with nappa. The 3 also seems to plagued with issues, whereas the 4 is pretty stable. I’ve had no problems with mine so far.

[uktrailmonster]

andrewpandrew said:

I think I’d be waiting to see what the iX3 is like. I’m a fan of the Neue Klasse aesthetic, so I think that could be a winner.

My choice came down to Polestar 4 vs 3. Ultimately the interior of the 3 failed to wow me. We both just found it too ordinary, whereas the 4 interior is stunning, particularly with nappa. The 3 also seems to plagued with issues, whereas the 4 is pretty stable. I’ve had no problems with mine so far.

I ruled out the Polestar 4 mostly on it’s extreme width. It does look like the P4 infotainment UI is a step ahead of the P3. But the P3 has a more sophisticated suspension setup. The ride is sublime and handles very well for such a heavy beast. But I wouldn’t risk buying one at the moment with all the reliability horror stories and poor customer service. So I parked it on my shortlist for now and I’ll see what the next Model Year brings.

I also really like where BMW are going with the iX3 NK. It even looks like the front grille is in sensible proportion to the car! The interior looks fresh too. A proper clean sheet design throughout, which I think was desperately needed.

[dapprman]

Genesis GV60 or GV70? Former is on the GMP platform, the latter uses the same tech. If your reason for dropping Hyundai and Kia as options is they are not quite as luxury or as high quality, then bare in mind Genesis is to them what Lexus is to Toyota.