Tesla has launched the Model Y L in India at a starting price of Rs 61.99 lakh. The long-wheelbase version comes with three rows and can seat up to six occupants. It is positioned as a larger and more spacious variant of the standard Model Y.
Tesla Model Y L: Powertrain and Performance
The Model Y L is equipped with a dual-motor all-wheel drive system. It uses a long-range battery pack with a claimed WLTP range of 681 km. The vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds.
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Tesla Model Y L: Charging and Range
The model supports fast charging through Tesla’s Supercharger network with a peak capacity of 250 kW. Tesla claims that up to 288 km of range can be added in 15 minutes under optimal conditions. Charging follows a pay-per-use system.
Tesla Model Y L: Dimensions and Capacity
The Model Y L features a long wheelbase and extended body dimensions to accommodate an additional row.
- Length: 4,969 mm
- Width: 1,982 mm (folded mirrors), 2,129 mm (extended mirrors)
- Height: 1,668 mm
- Ground clearance: 169 mm
- Kerb weight: 2,088 kg
- Cargo capacity: 2,539 litres
Tesla Model Y L: Interior and Seating
The cabin layout includes three rows with seating for up to six adults. Interior options include all-black and Zen Grey, with the latter available at an additional cost of Rs 95,000.
Key interior features include:
- 16-inch front touchscreen
- 8-inch second-row touchscreen
- Power-adjustable front seats with heating, ventilation, and thigh support
- Second-row seats with power folding and heating
- Ambient lighting across cabin areas
Tesla Model Y L: Exterior Colour Options
The Model Y L is offered in six exterior colours: Stealth Grey, Pearl White, Diamond Black, Glacier Blue, Ultra Red and Cosmic Silver. Additional charges apply for all colours except Stealth Grey.
Tesla Model Y L: Features and Technology
The vehicle includes multiple connectivity and safety systems:
- Eight exterior cameras, including a front-facing unit
- Second-generation onboard hardware
- Hands-free powered tailgate
- Multi-zone climate system with powered air vents
- Laminated and tinted safety glass with infrared coating
Tesla Model Y L: Safety and Convenience
Standard safety features include automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and lane departure avoidance. Other inclusions are heated seats, heated steering wheel, air filtration system, and driver profiles.
Tesla Model Y L: Entertainment and Connectivity
The Model Y L supports in-car entertainment apps such as Netflix and YouTube through Tesla Theater. It also includes gaming access via Arcade and app-based remote controls for vehicle functions.
Elctrik Speaks
The Model Y L introduces a three-row electric SUV option in Tesla’s India lineup. Its long-range battery, extended cabin space, and fast-charging capability place it in the premium EV segment, where demand for larger family-oriented electric vehicles is gradually increasing.