Tesla has simply launched a brand new entry-level, rear-wheel-drive model of the Mannequin Y in america, with a really engaging beginning worth.

The brand new Tesla Mannequin Y RWD jumps into the lineup within the spot vacated by the not too long ago eliminated Mannequin Y AWD (outfitted with 4680-type cylindrical batteries).

The value of the bottom model is $43,990 (plus a $1,640 vacation spot and order payment), which after deducting the out there $7,500 federal tax credit score, interprets into an efficient value of $38,130. That is $3,750 lower than within the case of the retired Tesla Mannequin Y AWD (4680).

* Tesla provides a Vacation spot payment (DST) of $1,390 and an Order Price of $250 to all its fashions ($1,640 whole).

Along with some native state incentives, the brand new Tesla Mannequin Y RWD could be very reasonably priced and for certain one of many high fashions when it comes to worth within the all-electric crossover/SUV section.

It will likely be attention-grabbing to see whether or not it is going to have an effect on the Mannequin 3 gross sales as a result of it is inexpensive than the Mannequin 3 Lengthy Vary AWD ($47,240 + DST), and only a bit costlier than the Mannequin 3 RWD ($40,240 + DST).

Vary and Battery

The brand new Tesla Mannequin Y RWD has an estimated vary (in response to the producer) of 260 miles when outfitted with base 19-inch Gemini wheels, or 242 miles with the optionally available 20-inch wheels.

That is barely lower than within the case of the retired Mannequin Y AWD model, which was rated at 279 miles (269 miles with 20-inch wheels). The distinction is nineteen miles or 6.8 p.c in comparison with the AWD.

We assume that the Tesla Mannequin Y RWD is supplied with a special battery than the retired Mannequin Y AWD. The producer doesn’t reveal particulars associated to batteries, however we famous that it has the identical peak charging charge of 170 kilowatts because the entry-level Mannequin 3 RWD, which is supplied with LFP batteries. The Mannequin Y AWD (4680) was capable of cost at as much as 230 kilowatts, whereas the Lengthy Vary (2170) battery packs settle for as much as 250 kilowatts. This reality, mixed with the vary scores, strongly suggests to us that that is the LFP battery (probably 60+ kilowatt-hours, in comparison with the unofficially estimated 68 kWh within the Mannequin Y AWD).

Moreover, the load of the Mannequin Y RWD is 4,154 kilos (209 lbs decrease than within the case of the AWD or LR AWD variations). The same distinction (172 lbs) is famous between the Mannequin 3 RWD and Mannequin 3 LR AWD (3,862 lbs and 4,034 lbs).

The brand new entry-level Tesla Mannequin Y RWD has just one electrical motor within the rear, which is the principle cause why it has noticeably slower acceleration. It goes from 0-60 miles per hour in 6.6 seconds, in comparison with 5.0 seconds within the case of the retired Mannequin Y AWD. The Mannequin 3 RWD can also be noticeably slower than the Mannequin 3 LR AWD (5.8 seconds vs. 4.2 seconds). Nonetheless, for a median electrical car driver, this nonetheless appears like a fairly good quantity.

* estimated/unofficial values, in response to the producer; acceleration time with subtracted rollout

In keeping with Tesla’s on-line design studio, the estimated supply time of the Mannequin Y RWD is October-November.

The introduction of the Tesla Mannequin Y RWD brings us questions in regards to the AWD model, which is supplied with 4680-type cylindrical cells.

Tesla eliminated it, whereas on the similar time, the automaker is getting ready the launch of the Tesla Cybertruck, which means that a minimum of briefly, there could be not sufficient batteries for each the Mannequin Y AWD and the Cybertruck. Nonetheless, this transfer signifies that there isn’t a Tesla EV with a structural battery pack in the marketplace proper now. There may very well be additionally different causes, like an intention to launch a special 4680-powered model of the Mannequin Y (Lengthy Vary AWD).

One other query is the place the Tesla Mannequin Y RWD might be produced – probably in California. By the way in which, the Tesla Mannequin Y RWD in Canada is barely totally different and instantly imported from China.

Anyway, many EV consumers might be very pleased with the introduction of the long-awaited RWD model of the automobile. Tesla beforehand provided a RWD model just a few years in the past however dropped it after Elon Musk criticized its inadequate vary of 244 miles (beneath 250 miles, which seems to be Tesla’s inside minimal goal).