Updated delivery schedule for facelifted Tesla Model Y in China shifts to late this month, earlier than initially planned from March.
**Tesla Model Y Facelift Launches in China with Improved Range and Pricing**
The facelifted Tesla Model Y, an electric vehicle (EV) with two variants, has entered the Chinese market, completing the full regulatory process and offering a range of improvements. The Model Y is now available in two variants: a rear-wheel drive (RWD) version with a starting price of RMB 263,500 ($36,280), and a long-range all-wheel drive (LRAWD) version with a starting price of RMB 303,500.
The Launch Series of the facelifted Model Y, currently on sale in China, boasts a 3% increase in range due to improved aerodynamics and new tires. The RWD variant is equipped with a 60kWh usable battery and a 220kW rear motor, while the LRAWD variant features a 75kWh usable pack and dual motors for a combined output of around 378kW.
The TSL6480BEVBA7 variant of the facelifted Model Y is powered by lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries supplied by LG Energy Solution of South Korea. This variant, a dual-motor model, is equipped with a battery pack with a capacity of 78.4 kWh.
The facelifted Model Y will begin deliveries in China later this month, earlier than the previous March date, and will be on sale until February 28. The five-seat Model Y was launched in China on January 10.
As for potential rivals in the Chinese market, the X (Twitter) profileiaomi's YU7 has been mentioned as a potential competitor. However, since there's no information on the iQOO YU7, it's difficult to provide a direct comparison. If comparing the Tesla Model Y to other electric vehicles, range, motor configurations, and pricing are typically the key factors.
The facelifted Model Y is currently eligible for purchase tax reductions in China, making it an attractive option for consumers. The exchange rate used in the article is RMB 7.2639 per dollar.
Stay tuned for updates on the X (Twitter) profileiaomi YU7 as more information becomes available. The company filed for a dual-motor version for the YU7 on December 9 last year, and a single-motor version on January 10. Both versions of the YU7 are included in MIIT's catalog and have a CLTC range of up to 820 km.
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- The new Tesla Model Y, an electric vehicle (EV), has two variants: a rear-wheel drive (RWD) and a long-range all-wheel drive (LRAWD).
- The RWD variant of the facelifted Model Y, featuring a 60kWh usable battery, starts at RMB 263,500, while the LRAWD version, with dual motors, starts at RMB 303,500.
- The facelifted Model Y utilizes improved aerodynamics and new tires for a 3% increase in range.
- The TSL6480BEVBA7 variant of the facelifted Model Y is powered by lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries from LG Energy Solution.
- The facelifted Model Y's deliveries in China will commence later this month, offering attractive options for consumers due to purchase tax reductions.
- Potential rivals for the Model Y in the Chinese market include the yet-to-be-released iQOO YU7.
- When comparing the Model Y to other electric vehicles, range, motor configurations, and pricing are the key factors to consider.
- The YU7 has been filed for dual-motor and single-motor versions, with a CLTC range of up to 820 km, according to MIIT's catalog.
- The facelifted Model Y's technological advancements and improved pricing position it as a significant player in the global automotive industry and the shift towards electric vehicles (EVs) and sustainable transportation.
