Tesla Unveils High-End Model Y Performance Trim for Europe

Tesla has unveiled the Model Y Performance, a high-end variant of its volume crossover SUV, exclusively for the European market. The new trim features exterior updates, new motors, higher-density batteries, and adaptive suspension for improved performance. The Model Y Performance will cost around $73,690 in Europe, with a US launch expected soon. The vehicle will compete with EVs like the BMW iX, Audi Q4 e-tron, and Cadillac Lyriq.

Tesla has introduced the Model Y Performance, a high-end variant of its popular crossover SUV, exclusively for the European market. The new trim features significant updates, including exterior enhancements, new motors, higher-density batteries, and adaptive suspension, aimed at enhancing performance. The Model Y Performance is priced at approximately $73,690 in Europe, with a US launch expected soon.

The Model Y Performance, priced at around £61,990 ($83,560) in the UK, offers an estimated 308 miles of range under the EPA cycle, just 1% less than the Long Range version [1]. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds, an improvement from the prior iteration, and features a 16-inch QHD touchscreen, the highest-resolution infotainment screen Tesla has ever offered [1]. The vehicle also includes new drive modes designed for high-speed performance and a staggered wheel and tire setup to enhance grip and steering.

Tesla has not yet announced a launch timeline for the US or other markets, but deliveries in Europe are scheduled to begin in September [1]. The Model Y Performance will be built at Tesla's Brandenburg factory near Berlin and will compete with other high-end electric crossovers such as the BMW iX, Audi Q4 e-tron, and Cadillac Lyriq [2].

The introduction of the Model Y Performance comes amidst a challenging market environment. Sales across the EU, the European Free Trade Association, and the UK fell 40% in July from a year earlier, to 8,837 vehicles [1]. Despite this, the new variant is expected to attract performance-oriented consumers seeking a premium electric crossover.

References:
[1] https://eletric-vehicles.com/tesla/tesla-shares-fall-despite-launch-of-model-y-performance-in-europe/
[2] https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/tesla-model-y-performance-revealed-460bhp-and-supercar-pace