Tesla has launched the Model Y L long-wheelbase version exclusively for the Chinese market, a country known for its preference for extended wheelbase vehicles. The six-seat Model Y L crossover targets larger families.
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The Tesla Model Y L long-wheelbase version debuts in the Chinese market. Photo: Tesla
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The long-wheelbase version is based on the standard Model Y, with an additional 144 mm added to the wheelbase.
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Redesigned rear spoiler.
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Wheels with a new rim design.
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Redesigned interior.
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The second row features two independent, business-class style seats.
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The six-seat configuration includes a sunroof.
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The third-row seats can be folded down to increase cargo space.
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A new 16-inch infotainment touchscreen replaces the previous 15.4-inch screen.
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An 8-inch screen is located in the center console for the second-row passengers.
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The Tesla Model Y L starts at 47,000 USD, with deliveries beginning in September.
Developed from the standard version, the Model Y L long-wheelbase version features a more dynamic exterior design, from the roofline to the rear spoiler. These refinements improve aerodynamics, reducing the drag coefficient to 0.216.
The Model Y L measures 4,976 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, and 1,668 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 3,040 mm. This makes it 179 mm longer, 44 mm taller, and with a 144 mm longer wheelbase compared to the standard version.
The upgraded interior boasts a larger infotainment screen, increasing from 15.4 inches to 16 inches. Notably, the second row features independent, business-class-style seats with heating and cooling, armrests, and power-folding functionality. The third-row seats are also heated and can be folded flat with a single button. Cargo space reaches 2,539 liters with the third row folded down, 401 liters more than the standard model.
Other features include a panoramic sunroof, new acoustic glass, an 18-speaker sound system, and an 8-inch touchscreen for the second row. A wireless charging pad supports fast charging.
The Model Y L is equipped with dual electric motors, one on each axle, with the front motor producing 190 horsepower and the rear motor generating 266 horsepower. In tests, the vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. The long-wheelbase version is fitted with an 82 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, providing a range of 751 km on a single charge.
Tesla plans to begin deliveries of the Model Y L in September, with a starting price of 47,000 USD. In China, the Model Y L will compete with rivals such as the Aito M8, Onvo L90, and Li Auto i8.
Minh Vu
