Is the new Tesla Model Y really a new car?
This page is translated from the original post "La nouvelle Tesla Model Y est-elle vraiment une nouvelle voiture ?" in French.
- 13/01/2025 9:27
The Tesla Model Y, the brand’s best-seller worldwide, is receiving a thorough update for 2025, nicknamed “Juniper”.
Although the changes do not completely overhaul the model, notable improvements, both aesthetic and technological, distinguish this updated Model Y from the first-generation version. A photo tour of the model.
Exterior Design: Same Silhouette, Reimagined Lighting
The general design remains unchanged, but Tesla introduces redesigned front and rear optics. At the front, dual-section headlights mark a departure from the current model. The bumpers are more dynamic, inspired by the Performance model.
At the back, the taillights are also redesigned, while the third brake light moves above the license plate. However, the overall structure and body size remain the same, confirming that this is not a complete redesign but a restyling.
Note the addition of two new shades: Glacier Blue and Starry Sky Gray, along with a new “Storm” wheel design.
Modernized Interior: Central Screen and Controversial Ergonomics
As with the 2024 Model 3 Highland, the interior of the Model Y benefits from improvements focused on practicality and comfort. The central console now includes two wireless chargers, placed beneath the touchscreen, which remains the control center for vehicle functions.
Unfortunately, the Model Y also adopts the new steering wheel from the Model 3, with its controversial touch controls for turn signals—a choice that divides users.
The interior features noticeable improvements, including ventilated front seats and a dedicated rear display for passengers, combining climate controls and entertainment functions.
Performance: Promises to Keep
On the technical side, little information is currently available. However, based on the improved performance of the Model 3 Highland, we can expect gains in driving and efficiency. Tesla may also refine the range to better reflect WLTP estimates, a point of criticism in the past.
Global Deployment
The Model Y Juniper will debut in China before being rolled out in the United States and other markets. A release is expected in France in spring 2025, although Tesla may surprise with an earlier announcement…
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