Tesla begins deliveries of its affordable Model Y Standard

"Tesla has officially started deliveries of the affordable Model Y 'Standard' less than three weeks after the company launched it on October 8. Following the loss of the $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit, Tesla launched the Model 3 and Model Y 'Standard' trims, both coming in at sub-$40,000 starting prices, but being stripped of many of the features that come in the 'Premium' configuration levels."

"The vehicles are Tesla's answer to the loss of the tax credit, which was phased out by the Trump Administration. Tesla said it has been developing these models for over a year, as it revealed in early 2024 that it was working to create new vehicles that would be more affordable. It also said it was developing vehicles to be built on a new-generation platform, which is a likely reference to the Cybercab, which has also been spotted at both Gigafactory Texas and the Fremont Factory."

"The new features for the Model Y include: New athletically tuned exterior and new alloy wheels to improve aerodynamics 15.4″ touchscreen in the front, the same as the other trims Available in three colors: Stealth Grey (free), White ($1,oo0 extra), Diamond Black ($1,500 extra) Textile and vegan leather interior Range sits at 321 miles New front fascia Covered glass roof (textile on inside) Windows are"

Tesla has started deliveries of the Model Y Standard less than three weeks after launching the trim on October 8. The Standard Model Y targets a sub-$40,000 price point alongside a Standard Model 3 following the loss of the $7,500 EV tax credit. The Standard trims remove many Premium configuration features to lower cost. Development of the affordable models has spanned over a year and ties into work on a new-generation platform linked to the Cybercab. Deliveries originally slated for November have begun earlier for some owners. The Model Y Standard includes updated exterior aerodynamics, a 15.4" touchscreen, textile and vegan leather interior, three color options, a covered glass roof, and a 321-mile range.

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