US EditionTesla’s Longer Model Y Did Not Scale Back Requests for This Vehicle Type From Fans
CHINA, JUL 17 – The Model Y L adds a third row for six passengers and a larger wheelbase, meeting demand for a bigger SUV with a competitive price, Tesla says.
- On July 16, 2025, Tesla launched the Model Y L in China, featuring a larger wheelbase, a third row, and signaled expansion to the U.S. market.
- Amid rising fan demand, Tesla execs say they focused on affordable, compact models, while Tesla fans on X nearly unanimously backed a larger SUV or minivan-type vehicle.
- The new third row matches the old second row in space, noting Grace Tao's description of the Model Y L as a `full-scene 6-seat luxury SUV` and the seven-inch wheelbase extension.
- Enthusiasts expect new unveilings during the Q3 earnings call, and Tesla hasn't confirmed whether Model Y L will leave China.
- With its competitive pricing, the Model Y L could offer the best balance of utility and comfort, according to Tesla executive from China, and the pricing outlook remains strong.
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Tesla’s longer Model Y did not scale back requests for this vehicle type from fans
Tesla launched a slightly longer version of the Model Y all-electric crossover in China, and with it being extremely likely that the vehicle will make its way to other markets, including the United States, fans are still looking for something more. The new Model Y L in China boasts a slightly larger wheelbase than its original version, giving slightly more interior room with a sixth seat, thanks to a third row. Tesla exec hints at useful and pot…
It is unclear whether the Tesla Model Y L will be equipped with 2 or 3 rows of seats.
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Tesla plans to offer a larger version of its best-selling model in China this fall. The new Model Y L is intended to offer more space and room for six people. The car is about 15 centimeters longer than the well-known version of the Model Y. The Chinese Ministry of Industry has released initial details about the electric car. The US brand plans to produce the Model Y L in Shanghai, alongside the regular Model Y and the Model 3. The new model wil…
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