Tesla launches the new Model Y starting at $31,490 with up to 320-mile range, redesigned exterior, and upgraded interior

Tesla has officially unveiled the refreshed Model Y, bringing several updates that enhance its performance, aesthetics, and overall driving experience. The redesigned vehicle boasts improvements both inside and out, focusing on aerodynamics, ride comfort, and technological advancements.
The new Model Y features a “redesigned exterior with improved aerodynamics to unlock better range, performance & longevity.” This updated design is complemented by “updated wheels, tires & brakes” along with a “retuned suspension for a smoother ride.” Tesla has also introduced a world-first feature in its “single, cross-car lamp,” described as “the first indirect reflective taillight of its kind in the world.”
Interior Upgrades
The Model Y’s interior has been overhauled with several luxury and convenience-oriented features. Key highlights include:
- “Ambient interior lighting, refined materials & ventilated first-row seats.”
- “Power folding second-row seats.”
- “Bluetooth-compatible 8″ touchscreen in the back.”
- An acoustic glass system for a “quiet cabin.”
- “Invisible speakers for a minimalist aesthetic with maximum audio performance.”
- Enhanced connectivity providing “more range for Phone Key, clearer calls & faster cellular + WiFi connectivity.”
Retained Features
Tesla ensures that the new Model Y retains its core strengths, including safety-focused engineering, free over-the-air software updates, and access to its extensive network of 65,000 Superchargers worldwide. Other standout features include:
- “FSD Supervised drives you almost anywhere.”
- The ability to “stream entertainment & play games.”
- A maximum range of “up to 320 miles” and a spacious “76 cu ft of cargo space” in the Long Range AWD model.
Pricing and Availability
Deliveries of the refreshed Model Y in the US will begin in March 2025. Pricing varies by trim and colour options, with the stealth grey colour set as the baseline:
- Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive: $31,490
- Long Range All-Wheel Drive: $34,490
- Performance All-Wheel Drive: $37,990
- Full Self-Driving (Supervised) limited release model: $46,490
Key Specifications
- Range: 277-337 miles (EPA est.)
- Seating: Heated first-row and second-row seats, with power-folding functionality in the second row
- Displays: 15.4″ front touchscreen and 8″ rear touchscreen
- Audio: 7 to 15 speakers depending on the trim
- Ride Comfort: Second-generation suspension and noise-reduction hardware
- Cameras: 7 or 8 exterior cameras (depending on trim) with new front-facing camera in select models
- Connectivity: Enhanced Phone Key range, faster cellular and WiFi performance
Comparison Table
Feature | Model Y | New Model Y |
---|---|---|
Starting Price | $31,490 (after est. savings) | $46,490 (after est. savings) |
Availability | Available Now | Available Starting March |
Trims | Long Range RWD, Long Range AWD, Performance AWD | Long Range RWD, Long Range AWD, Performance AWD, Launch Series Long Range AWD |
Range (EPA est.) | 277-337 miles | 303-320 miles |
Seating | First row: power recline and heated | First row: power recline, heated and ventilated |
Second row: manual fold and heated | Second row: power two-way folding and heated | |
Displays | 15.4” front-row touchscreen | 15.4” front-row touchscreen, 8” second-row touchscreen |
Ride Comfort | First-generation suspension | Second-generation suspension |
Noise Reduction | First-generation noise hardware | Second-generation noise hardware |
Cameras | 7 exterior cameras | 8 exterior cameras (new front-facing camera) |
Audio | 7 speakers (Long Range RWD) | 13-15 speakers (depending on trim) |
Connectivity | First-generation hardware | Second-generation hardware |
Trunk | Power open | Hands-free power open on approach |
Interior | Footwell and door pocket ambient lighting, wooden detailing with black interior | Wrap-around ambient lighting, aluminum detailing, and premium textiles |
Climate | Tinted and laminated safety glass, power-actuated first-row air vents, manual second-row air vents | Tinted and laminated safety glass with metallic infrared reflective coating, power-actuated first- and second-row air vents |