The Tesla Model Y Thread

Tesla's new Model Y Performance will be unveiled tomorrow

After months of blurry spy photos and intense speculation, Tesla is finally pulling back the curtain. A teaser video released by Tesla's European arm points to an August 29th launch for the heavily anticipated new Model Y Performance.

Since its introduction back in 2019, one of the quiet criticisms of the Model Y Performance was that it looked a little too much like its less powerful siblings. Aside from a small carbon fiber spoiler and a red line under the badge, it was tough to tell the different models apart. That is about to change.

The new Performance model is getting a visual upgrade to match its powerful electric motors. We expect to see a completely redesigned front end with a more aggressive splitter and larger air intakes. The back of the car gets a similar treatment - in a not-so-subtle hint, Tesla's teaser campaign used the phrase "spoiler alert" – a clear nod to a longer, more pronounced carbon fiber spoiler that will sit on the rear hatch.

This focus on a distinct identity continues with the wheels. Prototypes seen circling the German Nürburgring race track were sporting new alloy wheels. Lighter wheels can improve handling and acceleration by reducing what engineers call "unsprung weight." These visual changes are designed to give the Model Y Performance a look that finally sets it apart from the rest of the Model Y family.

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Tesla's new Model Y Performance will be unveiled tomorrow

Tesla is set to launch a redesigned Model Y Performance with aggressive new styling, track-focused interior upgrades, and a sophisticated adaptive suspension system honed on Germany's Nürburgring.
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The new Tesla Model Y Performance is a 460bhp family SUV that was developed at the Nürburgring

Tesla pulls the wraps off its go-faster Model Y. Will do 0-60mph in 3.3 seconds and gets 360 miles of range

How would you like your family SUV? With acceleration violent enough to reintroduce passengers to their breakfast and a top speed to keep up with ze Germans? You’re in luck, because this is the brand new, bonkers fast Tesla Model Y Performance.

Yep, to follow on from last year’s Model 3 Performance, Tesla has taken its sensible SUV to the Nürburgring and let loose. So, the Y now gets the latest ‘Performance 4DU’ drive units that send a total of 460bhp to all four wheels for a 0-60mph time of 3.3 seconds and a top speed of 155mph. Yikes.

There’s a new upgraded battery pack too, which doesn’t weigh any more than the standard Model Y’s heart but features new cells with higher energy density. Tesla has stopped giving out capacities for any of its batteries, but we are told that it’ll get 360 miles of range on the WLTP cycle and efficiency of around 3.8 miles per kWh.

That’s the boring bit though, because Tesla’s engineers have also nabbed the adaptive suspension tech from the Model 3 Performance and tuned it for this larger car. There are also new springs, roll bars and bushings, plus “improvements to the rear body structure” that apparently increase torsional stiffness. Clearly it’s not supposed to be an all-out track day special, but you should be able to hustle it down a windy road, and there are custom drive modes with the familiar ‘Insane’ acceleration setting and a toggle that tells the traction control to loosen off a little.

 
New Tesla Model Y Performance blends family hauling with supercar speed

Tesla has given its best-selling electric car, the Model Y, an extra dose of excitement. The new 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance is here, and it claims to be the perfect solution for anyone who needs the practicality of an SUV but secretly wants the thrill of a sports car.

This top-tier version of the popular crossover takes cues from its sedan sibling, the Model 3 Performance, to create a family vehicle that actually can challenge supercars at a stoplight while still having plenty of room for an entire family packed for a weekend getaway.

The heart of this new model is its powerful dual-motor, all-wheel-drive system. While Tesla is often tight-lipped about exact power figures, reports indicate the European version produces around 460 kW, with the North American model expected to deliver a bit more potent 510 kW.

This being Tesla, that number is not what you are actually getting - sorry. This is the "homologated" output which - according to numerous reports - is restricted in road-going vehicles to as little as 340 kW due to the battery limitations.

Still, this is enough power to allow the crossover to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds. To handle this power, Tesla has replaced the old suspension with a brand-new adaptive system. These electronically controlled dampers can instantly adjust from soft and comfortable for daily commutes to firm and responsive for spirited driving, giving the driver more control and a much-improved ride.

Visually, the Model Y Performance sets itself apart with a more aggressive look. The front and rear bumpers have been redesigned for better aerodynamics and a sportier appearance. A subtle carbon fiber spoiler sits atop the rear tailgate, and a new rear diffuser helps manage airflow.

The set of exclusive 21-inch "Arachnid 2.0" wheels completes the visual overhaul. The wheels are staggered (wider in the back) and provide a clear view of the large, red brake calipers. These exterior tweaks give the electric car a purposeful stance without being overly flashy.

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New Tesla Model Y Performance blends family hauling with supercar speed

The new 2026 Tesla Model Y Performance combines a 3.3-second 0-{{60 mph}} time with an adaptive suspension, aggressive styling, and a practical {{360-mile}} range.
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Deliveries of Tesla's new six-seat Model Y L already underway

Tesla has begun handing over the keys to its newest electric car in China, the Model Y L. This stretched, three-row version of the company's popular SUV is specifically designed to appeal to larger families. The first deliveries of the six-seat EV officially started this week, following its launch in late August.

The biggest change - and the main selling point - is the addition of a third row of seats. The Model Y L offers a 2+2+2 seating configuration, directly targeting a growing demographic of family buyers who need more space than the standard five-seat Model Y can offer.

Until now, buyers wanting a three-row electric SUV from a foreign brand had limited options, a gap Tesla is now hoping to fill. For families that have outgrown the standard model, the "L" version presents a compelling upgrade within the same ecosystem.

Of course, more space and more seats come with a higher price tag. The Model Y L starts at RMB 339,000, which converts to approximately €40,500. For comparison, the entry-level, five-seat, rear-wheel-drive Model Y starts at a much lower RMB 263,500 (€31,600).

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Deliveries of Tesla's new six-seat Model Y L already underway

Tesla has begun delivering its new, larger six-seat Model Y L in China.
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Tesla Model Y arrives in India, but sticker shock may spoil the party

Tesla has officially begun delivering vehicles to private customers in India. The American car company handed over the keys to its first Model Y this week in Mumbai, celebrating the beginning of its retail operations in one of the world's largest and fastest-growing auto markets.

Unfortunately, the moment is shadowed by a price tag that turns the popular electric SUV into a luxury item far beyond the reach of the average buyer.

Siddharth Jain, an executive director at Inox Group, became the first private citizen to receive a Tesla in the country. He shared his excitement about his new Stealth Grey Model Y, a vehicle he said he had been waiting for since visiting the company's Fremont factory in 2017.

Technically, this was the second Tesla delivered in India - the first was a ceremonial handover to a government minister - but Jain's purchase represents the first time a paying customer has driven off with one. This delivery means Tesla's Indian operations are finally underway, following the launch of its first showroom in Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex in mid-July and a second store in New Delhi's main airport.

The excitement of the first delivery is tempered by the vehicle's cost. In India, the Tesla Model Y carries a starting price roughly double what a customer in the United States would pay. This isn't a simple case of corporate pricing strategy; it's a direct result of India's tax structure for imported goods.

The government currently imposes a painful 110% import duty on fully built vehicles that are priced over €34,000. Since Tesla imports the Indian-market Model Y directly from its factory in Shanghai, China, it cannot escape this massive tax.

This tax issue has been the central point of friction in Tesla's long and drawn-out entry into the Indian market. The Indian government is encouraging international car companies to build their products locally by offering lower taxes for domestically manufactured vehicles. This "Make in India" initiative is designed to boost local jobs and industry.

Tesla has so far declined the invitation. India's Minister of Heavy Industry confirmed earlier this year that the electric car maker has no immediate plans to establish a manufacturing plant in the country, creating a difficult situation for the brand. By importing its cars, Tesla has to pass the high tariff costs onto the consumer, which results in pricing its vehicles out of the mainstream market.

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Tesla Model Y arrives in India, but sticker shock may spoil the party

After years of waiting, Tesla has started customer deliveries of its Model Y in India, but steep import taxes have doubled the price of the popular EV, leading to a slow start in the new market.
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Tesla's "affordable" Model Y sacrifices key features for a lower price

Tesla appears ready to launch its most budget-friendly vehicle yet, but it's not the all-new, inexpensive model many were anticipating. Instead, new details reveal the automaker is preparing a heavily stripped-down version of its popular Model Y. Codenamed E41, this new variant cuts a surprising number of features, from the glass roof to basic safety systems, in a bid to lower the entry price for one of the world's best-selling electric cars.

Tesla and CEO Elon Musk have hinted at "more affordable models" for a while now, leading to widespread speculation about a new car built from the ground up to cost around €21,300. That project was ultimately canceled.

The company's new strategy involves creating less expensive trims of its existing vehicles. After confirming in July that the first of these would be a version of the Model Y, details remained scarce. Now, information uncovered from within Tesla's own software provides the first comprehensive look at what "affordable" means to Tesla.

The list of removed or simplified components is extensive. On the outside, the E41 will reportedly lose two signature Tesla features: the panoramic glass roof and power-folding mirrors. It will also come with a new front fascia, simplified 18-inch wheels, and lack the small "puddle lamps" that illuminate the ground when doors are opened.

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Tesla's "affordable" Model Y sacrifices key features for a lower price

New details reveal Tesla's upcoming affordable Model Y, codenamed E41, will achieve its lower price by removing numerous features.
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