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Tesla Model Y L debuts in the US at $61,990, offering 6 seats, 325‑mile range and a 4.4‑sec 0‑60, filling the gap left by the Model X.
Tesla’s new Model Y L hit U.S. showrooms on July 2, 2026 with a base price of $61,990, a six‑seat layout and a 325‑mile EPA range, positioning it as the most spacious and longest‑range variant of the Model Y line to date【1】.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Price | $61,990 (Launch Series) |
| Seats | 6 (three rows) |
| Range | 325 miles (EPA) |
| 0‑60 time | 4.4 seconds |
The Model Y L adds 7 inches (180 mm) to overall length and 5.9 inches (150 mm) to wheelbase, creating 89 cubic feet of cargo space and a third row designed for adult passengers—an upgrade from the earlier U.S. 7‑seat option that was deemed cramped【1】. The longer wheelbase also contributes to the 325‑mile range, a modest gain over the standard Model Y’s 321‑mile range and the Performance version’s 306 miles【1】.
At $61,990, the Model Y L sits above the standard Model Y Performance ($57,900) and far above the rear‑wheel‑drive Model Y ($39,900)【1】. Compared with rivals, it costs more than the Kia EV9 ($54,900) and Hyundai Ioniq 9 ($58,955) but offers a quicker 0‑60 (4.4 s vs. 4.5‑4.8 s) and a longer range than the EV9 (304 miles) though slightly short of the Ioniq 9’s 335 miles【1】.
The long‑wheelbase version was first launched in China in September 2025 and has been available in Malaysia, Australia and India since early 2026【1】【2】. U.S. production is slated for Tesla’s Texas Gigafactory, with deliveries expected before the end of 2026 after a September start of production, according to AutoForecast Solutions’ Sam Fiorani【2】. The Model Y L arrives as Tesla phases out the Model X and Model S, filling a three‑row, SUV‑shaped niche that the company previously lacked in the U.S. market【2】.
The Model Y L’s launch underscores Tesla’s strategy to broaden its SUV offering while leveraging its existing platform, but the higher price and limited seating capacity relative to traditional three‑row competitors will test demand as the company reshapes its lineup.
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