The Model Y is a global sales phenomenon – every second electric mom and every third startup owner drives one. But in 2025, there are electric SUVs that offer more character, a better interior, and even some soul. Here are three alternatives that will awaken your electric ego from the Tesla ecosystem. TOP 3 alternatives to the Tesla Model Y!
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Suzuki 2025 is not flirting with the future in Tokyo – it is rushing into it at full speed. While others swear by electric power alone, the Japanese are showing the bigger picture: a world where batteries, ethanol, hydrogen and biomethane will coexist. At the Japan Mobility Show 2025, they are proving that carbon neutrality is not a goal, but a process – and that there is more than one way to get there.
In an era where electric cars are fighting for every mile of range and every euro of savings, Tesla has made an interesting move with the Tesla Model 3 Standard – a version that is like the premium model's older brother, only stripped of a few unnecessary luxury extras. If you were expecting a revolutionary redesign, like the Model Y, get ready for a subtle surprise: less is really more, at least for your wallet. But is this "standard" really the standard for the modern urban man? Let's take a look under the hood – or rather, under the glass roof.
In a world where electric cars are becoming the new norm, Tesla has surprised again—this time with the Model Y Standard, which is like Elon Musk saying, "Hey, why pay for all those unnecessary extras when you can drive the bare truth?" This "naked" version of the popular SUV promises a lower price without too many compromises, but does it deliver on its promise? We dig into the details revealed by recent reviews and find out if this is a car for the masses or just for those with minimalist tastes.
Imagine a Tesla that isn't just for the tech-rich, but for those who count every euro. The new Model 3 and Model Y Standard promise a revolution: less equipment, a lower price, but still enough power to keep you glued to your seat. Is this a stroke of genius or just a cosmetic diet? Let's see, with a touch of irony – because there's something good in every car, even if it's just saving on your electricity bill.
Imagine a car that looks like a cube on wheels, weighs less than the average elephant and promises to make electric mobility accessible to everyone. The Dacia Hipster is more than just a concept – it’s a manifesto against the unnecessary complexity of modern vehicles. With a rugged, boxy design reminiscent of a futuristic kei car, this little guy proves that less really is more. Will it be the next hit on city streets? Read on and laugh at the ingenious simplicity that could change the game for everyday drivers.
The new Porsche Cayenne Electric, arriving at the end of 2025, sets new rules for the game. With a futuristic Flow Display, heated surfaces, a panoramic glass roof with adjustable transparency and 13 interior color combinations, this SUV turns driving into digital luxury.
Imagine the bustling streets of Europe, where something new appears among the usual SUVs – the Rivian R2. This 4.7-meter electric SUV from America is coming in 2026 to shake up the old continent. No more hulking R1T or R1S, which were too big for our roads. The R2 is like a little brother, adapted to European tastes: compact, powerful and full of technology. With a slight irony: startups like to promise mountains, but Rivian's technology is already impressing big players like Volkswagen. Will the R2 really be a game-changer, or just another electric fad? Let's see what it brings.
Have you ever imagined sitting in a car bigger than many apartments like you would in a luxury club, while electric motors catapult you forward faster than your last diet attempt? The third-generation NIO ES8 2025, officially unveiled on September 20, 2025 at the NIO Day event in Hangzhou, is here to convince you: China is no longer just a factory, but a laboratory for dreams on four wheels. If you thought electric SUVs were only for sandal-wearing environmentalists, this beast is waiting for you with a smile – and a punch of 520 kW of power. Ironic, right? At a time when everyone is talking about small electric vehicles, NIO says: “Let it be big!”
The fastest car in the world?! Once upon a time, speed records were reserved for European gems with 12 or 16 cylinders, roaring exhausts and the price of a luxury yacht. Today, however, history is being written differently – quietly, electrically and from Shenzhen. The BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme reached 308.4 mph (496.22 km/h) at the famous ATP Papenburg oval in Germany, surpassing Bugatti's Chiron Super Sport 300+. It has officially become the fastest production car in the world, whether electric or petrol.
At City Magazine, we fell in love with an idea: an electric BMW Z4 that combines the iconic roadster silhouette with BMW’s futuristic Neue Klasse design. Inspired by stunning online concepts, we played around with the sketches and created photo-realistic renders that show our vision of the dream car. BMW, listen to us: this Z4 MUST become a reality!
Tesla promises a groundbreaking electric car, the Tesla Model Q 2026, which could cost less than 27,000 euros ($30,000), but the expected launch has been pushed back to 2026. Nevertheless, this compact coupe promises to revolutionize electric mobility with advanced technology and a platform shared with the autonomous Cybercab.