The Glacier Blue Tesla Model Y seems to be popular!

The first Tesla Model Y produced at the Shanghai Gigafactory showcase a brand new body color, Glacier Blue.

On Tuesday, February 18, Tesla China revealed on social media photos of the first restyled Model Y, carrying the code “Juniper,” that rolled off the assembly lines of the Shanghai Gigafactory. While the restyling brings some notable aesthetic changes, it’s primarily the color of this initial fleet that grabs attention. The vehicles sport a new blue shade, called Glacier Blue, which is likely to become familiar quickly.

During the presentation of this 2025 model, Tesla confirmed the discontinuation of the Metallic Deep Blue from the catalogue. Unpopular in the first generation, this “police” color is making way for the much more flattering Glacier Blue. This color recalls the Azure Blue of the 1950s, highly favored on Italian cars cruising the Transalpine Riviera, and enhances the lines of the electric SUV. Tesla seems determined to elevate the volumes of its Model Y, often criticized for the blandness of its design.

The blue of a dazzling sky for Tesla?

However, it remains to be seen whether this Glacier Blue will appeal to European buyers. In a market where classic shades like gray, black, and white overwhelmingly dominate, consumers often hesitate to opt for bolder colors, influenced by the residual value of their vehicle. In France, 95% of Tesla Model Y are black or white, leaving little room for originality. Nevertheless, this new shade could bring a touch of freshness and elegance to a market that is often uniform.

A response is imminent, as after the advance deliveries of the Launch Series at the end of the month, these first blue examples should arrive at their delighted customers at the beginning of March.

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