Tesla Launches Model Y L in US, Offering Spacious Six-Seat SUV
Tesla has officially launched the Model Y L in the United States and Puerto Rico, introducing a stretched, three-row, six-seat SUV variant with an estimated 325-mile range and a starting price of $61,990.
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Tesla has officially launched the Model Y L in the United States and Puerto Rico, making its stretched, three-row, six-seat SUV now configurable online as a "Launch Series" model. This new variant starts at $61,990 and offers an estimated range of 325 miles. The vehicle is notably longer and taller than the standard Model Y, with an extended wheelbase that directly addresses the previous model's cramped third-row seating. Production for the U.S. market is anticipated at Gigafactory Texas.
The Model Y L distinguishes itself with a 2+2+2 seating configuration, featuring second-row captain's chairs that include heating, ventilation, and power-adjustable armrests. Further enhancing passenger comfort, the third row is heated and power-folding with reclining backrests, and an 8-inch rear touchscreen controls climate and entertainment. Drivers and front passengers benefit from power-adjustable thigh supports, a premium touch aimed at improving ergonomics on longer journeys. Performance and ride quality are also upgraded with a continuously variable adaptive suspension, a feature previously exclusive to the Model Y Performance.
This strategic introduction fills a critical void in Tesla's lineup, offering a genuinely spacious three-row SUV following the discontinuation of the Model X. While the Model Y L enters an increasingly competitive segment alongside rivals like the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9, its enhanced practicality, advanced features, and increased range position it as a compelling option for families. The Model Y L's success in markets like China and Australia, where it has driven a shift towards more premium variants and boosted sales, suggests a similar positive impact in the U.S.. This move underscores Tesla's commitment to diversifying its bestselling model and capturing a broader, family-oriented market segment.