Tesla launches extra-long Model YL — with 6 seats and a serious range package

Tesla has launched its brand new SUV that is big on both EV range and size, not to mention the price tag as well, when compared to the previous Model Y.

The Austin, TX-based automaker debuted the Tesla Model Y L in the United States on Thursday, which was previously only available in Malaysia, China, Australia, and India.

The new product – available as a “Launch Series” vehicle – starts at $61,990, and is currently available to customize on the Tesla website.

The Y L was first announced in September 2025, and launched in China one month later, available for $47,000, before expanding to Malaysia, Australia and India.

While analysts predicted the US base model would be priced around $54,000 (via Electrek), the Launch Series is “fully loaded,” priced well above the Model Y Performance ($57,900) and the rear-wheel drive Model Y ($39,900).

The Model Y L also boasts a 325-mile range, longer than their previous electric vehicles (EVs) Model Y (321 miles) and Model Y Performance (306 miles).

The six-seat vehicle is configured in three rows, with a longer wheelbase (5.9 inches/150 mm) and longer overall length (7 inches/180 mm) to accommodate the extra row, with 89 cubic feet of cargo space.

The third row is also quite the upgrade from previous iterations, with the company launching a 7-seat, third-row Model Y upgrade in the US this past January, plus a 7-seat version in Europe a month later.

However, neither were viable as a third-row for adult passengers, a void that this Model Y L is now expected to fill with a comfortable third row for all.

The interior is said to, ” maximize headroom, legroom and comfort,” with the second-row captain seats featuring, “powered armrests, one-touch folding, ventilation and heating,” while the third row features, “a power recline, one-touch folding and vented climate control.”

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The vehicle also boasts a 0-60 time of 4.4 seconds, which gives it a distinct edge over other competitors in the EV market.

While the Tesla Model Y L is pricier than the Kia EV9 ($54,900) and the Hyundai Ioniq 9 ($58,955), it boasts a faster 0-60 time than both.

The Model Y L has better range than the EV9 (304 miles), though it falls a bit short of the Ioniq 9 (335 miles).

The Model Y L also comes with a 12-month trial for the Tesla Full Self-Driving program, which will cost $99 per month after the trial expires.