Tesla is preparing to launch an all-new version of its popular Model Y in China. Officially listed as “Model Y+,” this new model stands out with its promise of a longer driving range, a crucial feature for all electric vehicle (EV) drivers. Here are the details.

Model Y+ Specifications and Powertrain

The new Model Y+ uses a single electric motor and delivers a peak power of 225 kW (approximately 302 horsepower). This motor is identical to the one used in the new long-range Model 3 sedan, which went on sale in China a few months ago. The motor’s power source is also similar to its Model 3 sibling: a ternary lithium-ion battery pack provided by LG Energy Solution.

While Tesla hasn’t yet announced its official driving range, there’s a strong consensus that the new model will have a range of around 800 kilometers, according to the CLTC standard used in China.

The vehicle’s dimensions remain unchanged. The new Model Y+ maintains the same dimensions as the current versions: 4,797 mm long, 1,920 mm wide, and 1,624 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,890 mm. Currently, there is no information on whether this model, which will be available as a five-seater, will be offered in a long-wheelbase Model Y version.

Tesla plans to position the new Model Y+, featuring rear-wheel drive and long range, among the existing Model Y options. The entry-level Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) Model Y uses a CATL battery, has a range of 593 km, and carries a price tag of 263,500 RMB (approximately €31,600). The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Long Range Model Y features dual motors, LG batteries, a range of 750 km, and is priced at 313,500 RMB (approximately €37,600).

This new long-range version is seen as a strategic imperative for Tesla. The company is struggling to sell in the Chinese market. In August, Tesla’s sales fell nearly 10 percent compared to the same month last year. This decline marked Tesla’s sixth consecutive year-over-year sales decline in China by 2025. The significant pressure exerted on the US auto giant by local Chinese EV manufacturers is cited as a major factor in this decline.