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NZ Autocar
3 days ago
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
2025 Tesla Model Y RWD Review
A new look and even more minimalist interior along with extra power and range have sent EV enthusiasts on a Model Y bender. Despite Tesla share gloom overseas, the brand is doing okay here. Totals for the half year are down about 200 on 2024 but the Modeal Y is still the best selling EV (636 units). And that's mainly on the back of the newly facelifted model Y. In June, Tesla found new homes for 407 of them, showing pent-up demand for the newbie. The comprehensively facelifted Model Y is available as a base RWD variant or an AWD dual-motor option. Expect a Performance model soon too. Visually upbeat The RWD version you see here costs $70,224 including ORCs. The look is much improved with its new lightbars and hidden headlights below. They're of the matrix variety too, so can be left on full beam, 'dipping' automatically by turning off pixels. Bumpers at each end are reconfigured, with small air ducts up front to divert the air around the 19-inch alloys. These have black caps that Tesla claims reduce energy use by 2-3 per cent. At the rear is a new three-piece fifth door – evidently simpler to repair – and there's a small ducktail-style spoiler and a new diffuser. The original Model Y had a Cd of 0.23. This is now 0.22, adding a few kays of range. That's one of the lowest Cd figures for any SUV. Minimalist interior There are also significant interior changes. There's still the big 15.4-inch central touchscreen that commands all. The wheel is new, though the spokes are set a touch high, mandating a 10 to 2 hand position. It's comfy enough though, with adaptive cruise controls on the right side. Above there's a panoramic sunroof, with a silver coating to prevent overheating. Mirrors and steering column positioning you set in the central screen. Oddly it's the same for selecting gears. So the cabin is largely devoid of buttons, the only exceptions being on the wheel for the wipers and front camera (also a new feature). Push the wiper button once and a menu comes up on screen or you can cycle through the menu by repeated stabs of the button. It works okay but a rotating controller on the indicator stalk is so much simpler. Like a gear selector on a right wand would be… Most of the other stuff is relatively straightforward. The powered seat controls are in the conventional place – hooray – and the lumbar pump is solid. Seat ventilation is new, along with heating and there's a heated wheel too. Changing between the two drive modes is easy (chill=eco, standard=normal). Same essentially with recuperation, low or standard. We liked both. On tight stuff, standard is good, no brakes required. For other roads, low is fine, gently braking you almost to a halt. This has one of the best crawl modes I've ever encountered, so smooth. Autonomous drive works well too, though it does seem to favour the left side of any lane. Attempts at steering right often lead to ACC cancelling itself. Winter weather It was raining much of the time we had the new Model Y on test. There's a slippery driving mode that amps up the TC, and also prevents really heavy braking. You can stomp on the brake pedal and it doesn't seem to go near the ABS intervention point. Slip back to normal drive mode and regular brake transmission resumes. Clever stuff. So are the electronics; they intervene only when necessary. So you can press on even in the wet and this just responds faithfully. Helping is a low centre of gravity, an even weight split, and not too much of it, just over 1900kg, not bad for a sizeable EV. It is almost 4.8m in length, our model featuring a single, rear-mounted motor. There's generous luggage space up front (117L, and a drain for wet gear) and an equally larger underfloor hold at the back. You can store the magnetic cargo cover under there too if you want. We probably would – or just leave it in the garage – as it's quite sizable and makes viewing stuff at the front of the hold a little tricky. Anyhow, there's piles of room back there, with 854L when all seats are in use, and 2138L after splitfolding. There's generous leg and headroom for the folks in the back too. They get new heated seats and an eight-inch touchscreen to which you can pair two Bluetooth headsets. The split folding is a powered set-up, activated in three different ways. There's also an accessory Tesla mattress, should you choose to have a weekend away in the wilderness. It's that roomy inside! Ride and handling impress Tesla said the improvement in ride quality is palpable. That's soon evident – this is just outright pampering at urban speeds. It also flattens speed bumps effortlessly so long as you're not attacking them like a bull at a gate. The suspension isn't active but uses frequency dependent dampers. Hence, the comfy ride at urban speeds, and the firmer, controlled progress through corners. We appreciated the prompt turn in and good feedback at the helm, though the turning circle is nothing to write home about (12.1m). And from the driver's perspective there is great forward visibility, even if it's more restrictive out the rear window. The seating position and comfort are noteworthy, except for the hard edge against which your left knee rests. Build is sound, not an untoward noise to be heard. If you like minimalist interiors, this will appeal. There's not even a stop/start button. As to the numbers, the Rear Wheel Drive model features a 220kW motor (torque not state, estimated around 400Nm) powered by a 63kWh LFP battery pack, giving it a claimed 466km of range according to WLTP. Its sprint time drops by 1sec from the previous model (6.9 to 5.9sec, which we met). At no time did we feel this needed any more power. Overtakes are achieved easily, quickly. Add $10k for the Long-Range AWD variant ($80,224 drive away). This has a 78kWh NMC battery and a heap more grunt (336kW/639Nm). It is said to run 0-100 in 4.3sec. The claimed range is up a tich on its forebear at 551km. When either variant hooks up to a 250kW Supercharger, up to 283km can be added in 15min. There are evidently 28 Supercharger locations nationwide. On a wallbox, a 60 to 100 per cent recharge takes 4.5 hours. Teslas come with a four-year/80,000km warranty. Battery cover is over twice that. And Tesla has a mobile tyre repair service. Up with the best in class? Well yes, really. On road it's fast and fun. And inside it feels more premium than its asking price. That's perhaps partly a reflection of new acoustic glass and low rolling resistance rubber used; evidently it reduces wind and road noise by around 20 per cent. And the design is (mainly) clever too, particularly the amount of occupant and storage potential it offers. Rivals in this area include Leapmotor C10, Kia EV5, Ioniq 5 and BYD Sealion 7. Generalising they are either slower, more expensive or both. Inbound rivals include Smart #5 and Cupra Tavascan, among others. Most will love the base car but $10k seems not a lot for an upgrade to AWD and more pace and range. Why not indeed? Tesla Model Y RWD $67,900+ORC / 15.7kWh/100km / 0g/km 0-100 km/h 5.83s 80-120 km/h 3.50s (100.3m) 100-0 km/h 35.01m5 Speedo error 98 at an indicated 100km/h Ambient cabin noise 69.2dB@100km/h Motor output 220kW/n.a. Nm Battery 62.5kWh Range 466km Drivetrain Single-speed auto / RWD Front suspension Wishbones / swaybar Rear suspension Multilink / swaybar Turning circle 12.1m (2.3 turns) Front brakes Ventilated discs Rear brakes Discs Stability systems ABS, ESP Safety AEB, ACC, BSM, LDW, RCTA, ALK, AHB Tyre size f/r-255/45R19 Wheelbase 2890mm L/W/H 4750 / 1982 / 1624mm Track f-1636mm r-1636mm Luggage capacity f-117 r-854-2138L Tow rating 750kg (1600kg braked) Service intervals 12 months/20,000km Warranty 4yrs / 80,000 km ANCAP rating (2022) Weight (claimed) 1921kg
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Tesla India debut: Model Y SUVs land in Mumbai ahead of July 15 showroom launch, high price tag fuels early market tension
Tesla, led by Elon Musk, is set to open its first store in India on July 15 in Mumbai, according to a Reuters report. The outlet will be called an 'experience centre', a term used to describe Tesla's showrooms globally. The company has been actively hiring across India and exploring locations in both Delhi and Mumbai in recent months. Following Mumbai, Tesla reportedly plans to launch a second showroom in New Delhi, indicating its focus on entering major metropolitan markets first. Five model Y SUVs already in Mumbai According to documents reviewed by Bloomberg News, five Tesla Model Y rear-wheel drive SUVs have already reached Mumbai. These vehicles were shipped from Tesla's Shanghai factory. Each unit was declared at ₹2.77 million (approx. $31,988) and faced more than ₹2.1 million in import duties, consistent with India's 70% tariff on fully-built imported cars under $40,000, plus surcharges. 🇮🇳 $TSLA ENTERS INDIA WITH FIRST EXPERIENCE CENTRE IN MUMBAI• Tesla to open its first Indian experience centre in Mumbai's BKC on July 15, 2025• Five Model Y vehicles from Shanghai factory have arrived in Mumbai, valued at $31,988 each The final sale price is expected to be above $56,000 before taxes and insurance, depending on Tesla's market strategy and pricing margin. By comparison, the same model sells for $44,990 in the U.S., or $37,490 after federal tax credits. Price tag may be a roadblock While Tesla's entry marks a significant milestone in India's EV space, the premium pricing may limit its early reach. The company may face challenges convincing India's value-conscious consumers, as EVs currently make up just over 5% of total new passenger vehicle sales in the country. Furthermore, premium cars account for less than 2% of the Indian passenger vehicle market, based on data from the government's vehicle registration portal. Tesla's success may depend on how well it adapts its strategy to India's price-sensitive landscape, even as it builds local interest in high-end India launch begins with Mumbai, but pricing and market size will determine how fast the brand accelerates in India.
Globe and Mail
27-04-2025
- Automotive
- Globe and Mail
Tesla Has Crashed 35% in 2025: Is It Time to Buy the Stock?
Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) just released fresh financials for the three-month period that ended March 31. Investors were looking for some upbeat news, which isn't surprising when you consider the fact that shares have crashed 35% in 2025 (as of April 24). But the top electric vehicle (EV) maker's revenue and adjusted earnings per share missed Wall Street estimates. The company continues to struggle with a wide range of issues that have been worrying investors. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our analyst team just revealed what they believe are the 10 best stocks to buy right now. Continue » With Tesla trading significantly below its peak, and while there continues to be pessimism surrounding the business, is now the time to buy the stock? Starting off slow Considering the amount of uncertainty there is about the economic backdrop, with a focus on President Donald Trump's tariff policies, it might not be that surprising that Tesla got off to a slow start to 2025. However, I don't think anyone could've predicted a troubling 9% year-over-year revenue drop in Q1. Automotive sales fared even worse, down 20%. Tesla revamped all four of its factories that produce the model Y to properly equip them for the refreshed design. That was part of the reason EV deliveries fell 13% compared to the first quarter of 2024. The leadership team also called out lower average selling prices that were caused by pricing incentives. Competition also can't be ignored here. Weakness on the top line had a negative impact on Tesla's profitability, with operating income tanking 66%. For Q1, the business reported an operating margin of just 2.1%. Looking ahead, investors are in the dark as Tesla didn't provide guidance for the current quarter. "It is difficult to measure the impacts of shifting global trade policy on the automotive and energy supply chains, our cost structure, and demand for durable goods and related services," the Q1 2025 investor presentation reads. Robotaxi promises On the Q1 2025 earnings call, Wall Street analysts asked the management team to provide more details about Tesla's robotaxi product roadmap. The company is still on track to launch its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas in June, which will operate with the model Y. And there are plans to introduce this in other U.S. cities before the end of the year. What's more, Tesla is aiming for the Cybercab to begin volume production in 2026. These two-seater vehicles are designed specifically for robotaxi service, as they will be built without a steering wheel or pedals. Founder and CEO Elon Musk didn't shy away from revealing his ambitious targets. He believes that in the U.S. by the end of this year, unsupervised full self-driving capabilities will be available. Adding to the bold commentary, Musk said that autonomy will "move the financial needle in a significant way" in the second half of next year. Besides autonomous driving, Tesla is hard at work developing Optimus, its humanoid robot. Musk thinks the company can produce 1 million units in the next four to five years. Expectations remain high Tesla undoubtedly deserves credit for how innovative and disruptive it has been, and for how much the company continues to push the envelope. But while there have been monster estimates for the total addressable market sizes of both robotaxis and humanoid robots, investors need to view the business clearly today. It's easy to look at Tesla and become bullish on what the company could become one day. This is a challenged EV maker, however, with declining revenue as well as profitability that's getting crushed. And the stock trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 107. That's extremely expensive based on the current financial situation and state of the business. Even though shares are taking a hit, investors should avoid Tesla right now. Don't miss this second chance at a potentially lucrative opportunity Ever feel like you missed the boat in buying the most successful stocks? Then you'll want to hear this. On rare occasions, our expert team of analysts issues a 'Double Down' stock recommendation for companies that they think are about to pop. If you're worried you've already missed your chance to invest, now is the best time to buy before it's too late. And the numbers speak for themselves: Nvidia: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2009, you'd have $287,877!* Apple: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2008, you'd have $39,678!* Netflix: if you invested $1,000 when we doubled down in 2004, you'd have $594,046!* Right now, we're issuing 'Double Down' alerts for three incredible companies, available when you join Stock Advisor, and there may not be another chance like this anytime soon. See the 3 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of April 21, 2025
