Musk Debuts $70,000 Tesla in India to Boost Market
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For many drivers accustomed to tame, underpowered daily commuters, even the base version of the Tesla Model Y can feel like a thrilling step up. But for those who want more than just a taste of performance, the standard Model Y doesn’t quite cut it. Fortunately, Tesla has something in the works for that crowd.
Tesla is poised to launch the long-wheelbase variant of the Model Y in the US later this year, finally nailing the coffin for the obsolete Model X
Tesla Inc. is preparing to launch a longer, six-seat version of its Model Y sport utility vehicle in China, where the carmaker has been losing ground to domestic manufacturers with fresher lineups.
Tesla will launch additional offshoots of its well-known volume models on the Chinese market. A long version of the Model Y with six seats is to go on sale in
Tesla registered plans for a new six-seater Model Y L in China with a wheelbase of 3,040 mm, according to filing information published on China's industry ministry website on Wednesday.
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If you own a Tesla Model Y and haven’t fully inspected its rear cargo area, you may have missed out on this “hidden” feature.
Instead, Tesla extended the wheelbase to 3,040mm, or 150mm (5.9 inches) longer than the five-seat Model Y. In addition to the added length, the new Y L gets unique wheels, an updated spoiler, new seats, and appears as though it’ll be available with a new gold paint color.
The internet and social media has been buzzing with Tesla updates ever since the American electric vehicle (EV) giant officially set foot in India with its first shop in Mumbai. The company also launched its first product in the country — Model Y — at a starting price of Rs 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom).
Sales of Tesla's most popular EV actually fell from last year despite the introduction of an updated model. That's not a good sign.