Overview
- Tesla introduced a Model Y all-wheel-drive variant in the U.S. at $41,990 with an EPA range of 294 miles and a 0–60 mph time of 4.6 seconds, priced $2,000 above the base rear‑wheel‑drive model.
- The company removed the “Standard” badge from entry trims in the U.S., presenting configurations by drivetrain (RWD/AWD) alongside Premium and Performance, with lower-cost versions omitting items like the rear touchscreen, ventilated front seats and FM radio.
- Australia aligned Model 3 and Model Y names with global “Premium” and “Performance” conventions but confirmed the pared-back Standard variants will not be offered in Australia or New Zealand, with no price changes locally.
- In India, Tesla’s time-limited Switch and Save program adds a ₹3 lakh exchange incentive on the Model Y, highlights an indicative ₹49,000 EMI with a ₹6 lakh down payment, includes a complimentary wall connector and requires delivery by March 31, with Spinny offering up to an additional ₹25,000.
- With the new AWD, Tesla lists five U.S. Model Y configurations, and the product moves follow last week’s decision to end Model S/X production to free California factory space for Optimus robot manufacturing.