Tesla begins taking orders for six-seat Model Y L in United States and Puerto Rico
Tesla has introduced a three-row version of its popular SUV, the Model Y L, to the North American market. The vehicle features an extended wheelbase and is priced at approximately $62,000.
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Tesla has begun accepting orders for the Model Y L in the United States and Puerto Rico, according to reports from Business Insider and Engadget. This version of the company's popular SUV incorporates a longer wheelbase and three rows of seating to accommodate up to six passengers.
The vehicle is priced at approximately $62,000. Reports from Business Insider indicate that the Model Y L has already achieved high sales volume in China before being offered to customers in North American markets. The introduction of this model provides a higher-capacity seating option within Tesla's existing SUV lineup.
Why this matters
The launch of the Model Y L expands the utility of Tesla's most popular vehicle model by offering more interior space and seating capacity. This move addresses demand for larger family vehicles in the North American market.
What's confirmed / what isn't
Both Business Insider and Engadget confirm the model name, the three-row configuration, the $62,000 price point, and availability in the US and Puerto Rico. The specific scale of success in China is reported by Business Insider.
Background
The Model Y is a compact crossover SUV produced by Tesla. It has consistently ranked as one of the company's best-selling models globally since its launch.