zzdcar
Home
/
Reviews
/
Automobile information
/
Tesla launches the six-seat Model Y Long Wheelbase in the US
Tesla launches the six-seat Model Y Long Wheelbase in the US-July 2024
2026-07-02 EDT 14:28:52

Tesla is giving the Model Y a little more breathing room. The company has officially launched the Model Y Long Wheelbase in the United States and Puerto Rico, introducing a stretched version of its best-selling electric SUV with a three-row, six-seat layout thats designed to make family road trips a lot more comfortable.

  A bigger Model Y with a focus on comfort

The biggest change is inside the cabin. Instead of the traditional second-row bench, the new Model Y Long Wheelbase features heated and ventilated captains chairs with powered armrests, while the third row gets heated reclining seats with one-touch folding and child-seat anchors. Tesla says the redesigned interior also offers 89 cubic feet of cargo space, enough to fit luggage even when all six seats are occupied.

Introducing Model Y Long Wheelbase now available in the US Puerto Rico

A 3-row, 6-seat configuration that brings exceptional interior space with ample headroom legroom for all passengers

0-60 in 4.4 seconds

325 miles of range

Front row: Heated/ventilated seats w/ pic.twitter.com/1qFjt1bzkT

Tesla (@Tesla) July 2, 2026 Tesla has also made a handful of practical upgrades to complement the larger cabin. The company says the Long Wheelbase model gets a larger rear tailgate and bigger windows to improve outward visibility for passengers in every row, while an upgraded airflow system is designed to keep the three-row cabin comfortable during longer journeys.

Performance hasnt taken a back seat either. The SUV can sprint from 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds while delivering an estimated 325 miles of range. Tesla has also upgraded the vehicle with adaptive damping, staggered tires, improved acoustic glass, and a revised suspension setup to deliver a quieter, smoother, and more stable ride.

  More screens, faster charging, and Grok AI onboard

The cabin also gets a handful of tech upgrades. Theres now a 16-inch touchscreen up front, an 8-inch display for second-row passengers, a 19-speaker audio system, and upgraded 50W wireless charging pads with active cooling.

Tesla has also bundled Full Self-Driving (Supervised) and integrated Grok AI into the package. The Model Y Long Wheelbase Launch Series starts at $61,990 in the US and comes with exclusive Launch Series badging, unique interior and exterior trim, and 12 months of Full Self-Driving (Supervised). After the first year, the FSD subscription costs $99 per month.

Recommended Videos Looking at the broader image, this isnt just a stretched Model Y. Its Teslas answer to a growing demand for spacious, family-friendly electric SUVs that dont compromise on performance or tech. In an increasingly crowded premium EV market, the extra row of seats could end up being one of Teslas biggest selling points.

Comments
Welcome to zzdcar comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.
Sign up to post
Sort by
Show More Comments
Automobile information
All-New Suzuki Swift: What to expect
All-New Suzuki Swift: What to expect
The fourth-generation Suzuki Swift has been revealed and we have some details on what’s to come. The current-shape third-generation Suzuki Swift is approaching the end of its current lifecycle, with this generation first landing in SA back in 2018. The Japanese carmaker has been hard at work developing the...
Jul 13, 2026
These 23 vehicles each just had their best sales month of 2023
These 23 vehicles each just had their best sales month of 2023
November 2023 saw SA’s new-vehicle market suffer its biggest losses since early 2021. But, fascinatingly, as many as 23 nameplates registered their best performances of the year so far… In November 2023, South Africa’s new-vehicle market suffered its most significant year-on-year losses since the beginning of 2021, with sales...
Jul 13, 2026
Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series: V8’s retirement in sight
Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series: V8’s retirement in sight
While the revised Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series range will retain the 4.5-litre V8 for now, the big turbodiesel’s retirement date is on the horizon, according to our sources. Here’s how long it still has… We’ve already brought you early details of the refreshed Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series...
Jul 13, 2026
Honda Fit e:HEV Facelifted for 2024
Honda Fit e:HEV Facelifted for 2024
The Honda Fit e:HEV facelift has arrived in South Africa. Here’s a look at how much it costs and what has been updated. The Honda Fit e:HEV is the brand’s most frugal model offered locally in South Africa. Combining the legendary practicality with an updated and more powerful engine,...
Jul 13, 2026
Mercedes-AMG CLE53 Announced with 330 kW
Mercedes-AMG CLE53 Announced with 330 kW
The high-performance version of the stylish coupe has been announced. Meet the Mercedes-AMG CLE53 with a hybrid 6-cylinder turbo engine! We’ve already seen the Mercedes-Benz CLE, a coupe that blends the C-Class and E-Class in one very pretty package. Now there’s the Mercedes-AMG CLE53, which brings a whole lot...
Jul 13, 2026
New Fiat Titano revealed as Peugeot Landtrek twin
New Fiat Titano revealed as Peugeot Landtrek twin
The wraps have come off the new Fiat Titano 1-tonne bakkie, which appears to be little more than a rebadged Peugeot Landtrek. But could it end up being assembled in SA? This is the new Fiat Titano 1-tonne bakkie. Look familiar? Well, that’s because it’s effectively a rebadged Peugeot...
Jul 13, 2026
Copyright 2023-2026 - www.zzdcar.com All Rights Reserved