Overview
- Tesla has launched the Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive in the U.S., priced at $44,990 before incentives.
- The single-motor variant provides 357 miles of range, 30 miles more than the AWD version, but with slower acceleration at 5.4 seconds from 0–60 mph.
- After applying the $7,500 federal tax credit, the effective starting price for the new model drops to $37,490.
- Orders are now open, with deliveries expected within 3–5 weeks, adding a more affordable option to Tesla's U.S. lineup.
- This U.S. launch follows earlier rollouts of the RWD variant in Europe and China, aligning Tesla's global product offerings.