Model Y Lineup Update: Tesla Ditches Rear-Wheel Drive Variant in Favor of Long Range RWD, Boosting Range by Up to 10%

Tesla recently updated its Model Y lineup by discontinuing the Rear-Wheel Drive variant and replacing it with the Long Range RWD. Just two weeks ago, the EV giant reduced the price of the Model Y RWD by $2,000 to $42,990, making it the lowest list price ever. The Long Range RWD will now start at $44,990.

The Long Range RWD offers a range of 320 miles compared to the RWD’s 260 miles, providing a significant range boost for an additional $2,000 cost. The Model Y LR All-Wheel Drive starts at $47,990 and has a range of 310 miles but provides faster acceleration. Elon Musk mentioned on social media that many recent RWD Model Ys have an additional 40-60 miles of range that can be unlocked for $1,500-$2,000.

The Long Range RWD is eligible for $7,500 IRA tax credits, bringing the effective price down to $37,490. This is considerably cheaper than the Model 3. The Model 3 RWD starts at $38,990 while the AWD is priced at $47,74