Asger Risom
With bold design updates and more range, Tesla’s best-seller gets a second wind
The electric vehicle market doesn’t stand still. What dominated sales one year may struggle the next, especially as competitors flood the field with sleeker designs, better tech, and improved efficiency.
Even industry leaders need to adapt. For Tesla, one of the most recognizable names in the EV world, that means refining its top-selling models—not reinventing them, but evolving just enough to stay in the lead.
In that spirit, one of Tesla’s best-known vehicles has just received a substantial update aimed at maintaining its momentum and winning back buyers lost during a recent sales slump.
Tesla is betting on bold changes to revive the Model Y—the best-selling car worldwide in 2023. After a dip in sales throughout 2024, the electric SUV has received a significant facelift aimed at winning back customers and extending its dominance in the EV market.
A Sleeker, Smarter Exterior
The 2025 Model Y has grown: it’s now 4.79 meters long and 1.98 meters wide, giving it a more imposing profile and additional cabin space.
But the most eye-catching update is its radically redesigned front, now featuring a sleek LED light bar inspired by the Cybertruck. The traditional Tesla logo has been removed from the hood, replaced with minimalistic lines and a new integrated front camera for enhanced parking assist.
At the rear, a groundbreaking 1.60-meter LED light strip spans the tailgate. Instead of shining directly, the light is projected onto a specially designed surface—an innovation Tesla claims is a world first, as reported by L’Internaute.
Inside, Familiar Luxury with Subtle Upgrades
While the cabin mirrors the minimalist layout of the Model 3, it now includes ventilated seats, a responsive 15.4-inch infotainment tablet, and refined ambient lighting. Rear passengers benefit from a new 8-inch entertainment screen offering Netflix, YouTube, and climate control options—making it as much a mobile lounge as a family car.
Under the hood, the Long Range version now boasts 568 kilometers of range, up from 533, thanks to aerodynamic improvements. Suspension tweaks also aim to deliver a more comfortable ride.
The refreshed Model Y is now available in a €60,990 Launch Series, with more affordable variants on the way. First deliveries are expected in March, signaling Tesla’s push to reignite interest in its flagship SUV.