Tesla Model Y Teardown: Autopilot 3.0, Steering and Braking Systems

Automated driving-capable hardware; based on Munro teardown survey data

2021/06/18

Summary

  The Model Y is basically designed following the design of the Model 3, with about 54% of the vehicle's parts being carry-over parts. The mechanical parts of the steering and braking systems are basically the same as those of the Model 3, but compared to the 2017 Model 3 that Munro previously surveyed, the driver assistance system has been enhanced to Autopilot 3.0 (from April 2019), which supports automated driving.

  This report describes the steering and brake system components based on the analysis report of the teardown survey of the 2020MY Tesla Model Y, AWD performance upgrade package (456 HP) 5-seater version conducted by Munro & Associates, Inc. (Munro). Parts not mentioned in this paper, as well as weight, manufacturing process analysis, and cost analysis for all parts, are shown in the main body of Munro's full report.

Autopilot 3.0 Model Yのステアリングシステム
Regarding Autopilot 3.0, Tesla's website claims that "Tesla cars come standard with self-driving hardware and software updates designed to improve functionality over time.” (Photo taken at the MarkLines Benchmarking Center) Model Y steering system (Source: Munro)

 

  MarkLines works in cooperation with the Detroit-based vehicle benchmark engineering company Munro & Associates, Inc. (Munro). Munro conducts teardown surveys of various types of vehicles and conducts detailed specification and cost analysis of all the components, including weight and dimensions, and provides reports on the analysis results. For detailed information, please make an inquiry here.


Tesla Model Y teardown reports:
Tesla Model Y Teardown: Suspension (Jun. 2021)
Tesla Model Y Teardown: Body Frame and Strength Members (Jun. 2021)
Tesla Model Y Teardown: Electric Powertrain Technology (Jun. 2021)


Tesla Model 3 teardown reports:
Tesla Model 3 Teardown: Chassis, and Body (May 2019)
Tesla Model 3 Teardown: Interior, and HVAC system (Apr. 2019)
Tesla Model 3 Teardown: Motor, Inverter, and Battery (Mar. 2019)


Related reports:
Tesla: Aiming for annual production and sales of 1 million vehicles in 2022 (May 2021)
The Battery Show & EV Tech Digital Days 2020 (Dec. 2020)
Is Tesla an Auto Company or a Tech Company? (Nov. 2020)

 

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