Tesla’s Model Y now available in cheaper Standard Range option

The new Standard Range model sits alongside the existing Long Range and Performance versions. | Screenshot: Tesla.comTesla is now taking orders for a cheaper Standard Range version of the Model Y. The new variant, whose availability was reported by Electrek, has a cheaper starting price of $41,990 compared to $49,990 for the Long Range model. The discount comes with a lower EPA estimated range of 244 miles rather than 326 miles, and rear-wheel rather than all-wheel drive.
Alongside the new cheaper Model Y version, Tesla is also selling a new 7-seat option for a $3,000 premium. The version has a third seating row, which can be folded flat along with the second row for cargo storage.
The Standard Range option was originally announced with a 230-mile range
Tesla originally announced the Standard Range version of the Model Y back at the car’s announcement…

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