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Electric revolution: Tesla Model Y secures 3rd place in global car sales for 2022 for first time

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The latest data from JATO Dynamics reveals that the Tesla Model Y has landed among the top three best-selling cars in the world in 2022, proving Elon Musk's predictions about its popularity. Meanwhile, the Tesla Model 3 secures a place in the top 10.

Automotive world was full of expectations for the best-selling cars of 2022, and now we have the answer. According to recent data he published JATO Dynamics, the Tesla Model Y became the third best-selling passenger car in the world in 2022. Although there are some discrepancies in the data, there is no denying that this electric crossover has been a huge success with Tesla. The Model 3 isn't far behind in 10th place.

According to the report FLOCK in 2022, Tesla sold staggering worldwide 747,000 Model Y crossovers. A significant part of these sales was in China (44 %), followed by the USA and Canada (34 %) and Europe (19 %). By comparison, the Model 3 recorded 525,000 units sold, securing a spot just behind the iconic Ford F-150.

 

Photo: Jato - the best-selling cars in 2022

She took the first two places Toyota, which she sold 992.000 limousine Corolla and more than a million SUVs RAV4. Tesla's impressive feat is all the more remarkable considering the relatively high price of its vehicles and the company's relatively recent entry into the automotive market.

Felipe Munoz, JATO's global analyst, said: “It's a historic moment to see a pure electric vehicle not only so close to the top position, but also a relatively new brand to come so far in the world rankings, especially given that it's not the most affordable vehicles.”

When it's Tesla in 2020 launched the Model Y for the first time, is Elon Musk announced that it will surpass all other models of the electric vehicle manufacturer in terms of sales. He also hinted at the possibility of the Model Y becoming the best-selling car in the world. As the numbers show, Musk's predictions may come true sooner or later.

Base price Tesla Model Y starts at 47.000 € and offers a range of up to 326 miles (525 kilometers) on a single charge. A powerful version with a price of approx 60.000 € and boasts a 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) time of v 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 155 mph (249 km/h).

With the growing global focus on sustainability and the electric vehicle market continuing to grow, it is Tesla Model Y undoubtedly marked the main competitor in the automotive world. Because he's also a model 3 very popular, Tesla's importance in the global automotive market is hard to ignore.

As we look forward to the coming years, it will be interesting to see if you can Tesla Model Y secures the coveted title of best-selling car in the world. For now, though, the electric revolution continues to gain momentum, and Tesla is leading the way.

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