Tesla Launches Larger Model Y L in U.S. with Limited Edition Trim

Tesla has introduced a longer version of its Model Y in the United States. The initial offering is a limited-edition all-wheel-drive trim priced at $61,990.

The vehicle measures 196 inches in length, seven inches longer than the standard Model Y, and has a curb weight of 4,600 pounds. It offers 325 miles of range on 19-inch wheels and accelerates from zero to 60 miles per hour in 4.4 seconds. The battery capacity is listed at 88 kilowatt-hours.

Seating is arranged in three rows with six positions. Front seats include powered thigh extenders, heating and ventilation, and adjustable headrests. Second-row captain's chairs are ventilated and heated with electric folding and lifting armrests. Third-row seats are heated and fold electrically.

The interior includes a 16-inch center screen and an 8-inch second-row screen. Storage totals 89 cubic feet when seats are folded flat. The vehicle is equipped with a second-generation suspension system that includes continuous variable damping, eight cameras with a front bumper camera and washer, RGB ambient lighting, a silver-coated glass roof, 360-degree acoustic glass, and HEPA air filtration.

Peak Supercharging speed reaches 250 kilowatts. The audio system has 18 speakers including a subwoofer. Vehicle-to-load capability is included with an adapter. Deliveries in the United States are scheduled to begin in October.