Tesla has unveiled its 6-seat Model Y variant in China, known as the Model Y L. This new variant of one of the world’s best-selling vehicles comes with a longer wheelbase, adjusted C-pillar design, and most importantly, a six-seat interior layout.
The vehicle’s specifications have been officially listed in a filing with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), confirming a launch for this fall.
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The addition of a longer wheelbase and a more spacious third row is a fantastic addition for the Model Y’s family utility, and positions this variant as sort of a mini Model X, but let’s compare the sizes to really know how this new Model Y compares to a Model X.
Meet the Model Y L
The defining feature of the new Model Y L is its six-seat configuration. This layout has previously been exclusive to the larger and more expensive Model X. While Tesla has offered the Model Y in a 7-seat configuration before, the third row was much too small to be utilized by anyone but small children.
Comparing Model Y L to the Model X
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Let’s compare this upcoming Model Y L to the regular Model Y and the Model X.
Vehicle/Dimension
Wheelbase
Overall Length
Model Y
2,890mm / 113.8 in
4,797mm / 188.9 in
Model Y L
3,040mm / 119.7 in
4,976mm / 195.9 in
Model X
2,965mm / 116.7 in
5,060mm / 199.2 in
The new wheelbase of 3,040mm is a significant stretch from the standard wheelbase, and in fact, is longer than the Model X’s wheelbase of 2,965mm. However, the overall length of the vehicle is 84mm (~3 inches) shorter than the Model X. This means the vehicle sits neatly between the current Model Y and Model X, filling a much-needed gap.
While this Model Y L is slightly smaller than the Model X, it doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s smaller inside. The Model X features a much larger front end than the Model Y, accounting for several inches. When you line up the front wheel base of the Model X with this new Model Y, the vehicles are almost exactly the same length.
Tesla has designed this Model Y to be a bit more compact and efficient than the Model X, and likely much cheaper, while featuring the well-loved design of the new Model Y.
Other Specifications and Price
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The MIIT filing also provided a detailed look at some additional specifications. The Model Y L is a dual-motor, AWD variant, so it will likely be more expensive than the current Model Y AWD that’s available in China today. Tesla charges an additional $6,500 USD when upgrading the Model X from a 5-seat configuration to a 6-seat layout, so we may see something similar here.
The extra length has been added behind the C-pillar, resulting in a longer rear profile for the Model Y L. To accompany this, Tesla has added an updated rear spoiler, similar to the one found on Performance variants, but not carbon fiber. There is also a new wheel design to complement the updated look, along with unique Model Y L badging and a new light gold paint option.
In classic Tesla fashion, no Tesla is slow - and the Y L has a 0-100 km/h (0-60mph) time of 5.9s, with a top speed of 217km/h. Alongside an 82.5 kWh LFP battery pack, the Model Y L boasts an impressive CLTC range of 688 km (427 mi).
Launch & Availability
The Model YL has been spotted on the roads in China, doing testing.
According to posts from Tesla China on Chinese social media, the new Model Y L is scheduled to launch in the fall of 2025. Its official listing in the MIIT database is essentially the final regulatory step required before sales can begin, which means the launch is really just around the corner. For now, it appears that Tesla intends to launch this vehicle only in China, as no other filings have been made in other regions. However, these could be revealed in the coming months.
The new Model Y L is a huge addition to Tesla’s lineup - one that addresses the Chinese preference for vehicles with longer wheelbases and additional passenger room in a compact SUV package. The question is - will this variant make its way to North America and Europe?
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By now, we should have all received Tesla update 2025.20, and some of us have already received 2025.26. While Tesla update 2025.20 was much smaller than we’re used to, it included some useful features for some, such as the expansion of Child Left Alone Detection, Camera Updates for the HW4 Model Y, and easier charger cable unlatching in certain regions.
However, it also include more than a handful of undocumented changes that improve upon current features. Lets take a look at all the lesser, undocumented changes of update 2025.20.
PIN to Drive
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If you use the PIN to Drive feature, the PIN is now required, even if vehicle access to drive was granted through the remote start feature of the Tesla app. Previously, if you granted permission to start the vehicle, it would bypass the Pin to Drive security feature.
Trunk Open Warning
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Similar to the frunk warning added in a previous update, Tesla will now warn you when you have your trunk open and shift the vehicle into drive.
Drivers will be able to acknowledge that the trunk is open and continue driving, or they can choose to automatically close the trunk.
Note: This feature is only available on powered trunks.
Improved Energy App
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The Energy App can now display the average speed of the Tesla fleet for a given route under certain conditions. It’ll also display how much energy you can save by slowing down.
For example, it’ll say, “This route is typically driven at 66 mph. Slow down by 5 mph and save 1% for the rest of the trip.”
Orange Dot When Using Voice Commands
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When using the voice command feature, Tesla will now display an orange dot near the speedometer, letting users know that the vehicle is actively using the microphone.
Tesla previously displayed the orange dot whenever the vehicle was using the microphone to gather audio data for FSD.
Dashcam Viewer Wider View
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The updated Dashcam Viewer now includes a button to switch between the full, uncropped video or the regular view.
The difference between the two views is minor, but if you’re trying to identify something during a Sentry Mode event, it could be useful to have the full, uncropped video.
This is available on HW3 and HW4 vehicles, but since it relies on the new Dashcam Viewer, it requires the AMD Ryzen processor. Update 2025.26 further improved this feature, ensuring that the buttons at the top of the Dashcam Viewer do not block the video. Update 2025.26 also adds the ability to choose playback speeds, varying from 0.5x, up to 2x.
Blind Spot Camera
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You can now use the blind spot camera while the Camera app is open. Previously, you could not have the Camera app and the blind spot camera view open at the same time.
Dashcam Viewer Multi-Delete
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In Tesla’s recently updated Dashcam Viewer, you can now delete multiple Dashcam or Sentry Mode videos at once. Simply tap the three dots […] in the top right corner and select the clips you’d like to delete.
This feature is limited to the new Dashcam Viewer that was added in update 2025.14 for Ryzen-based vehicles. The new Dashcam viewer features multiple cameras along the bottom and includes a mosaic view that allows you to view several cameras simultaneously.
Privacy Section Now Lists Microphone
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Tesla has now added the vehicle’s use of the microphone during voice commands to the privacy section under Controls > Software > Camera and Mic.
Note: Tesla does not transcribe audio in the vehicle and instead sends the audio clip to its servers to be transcribed.
Service Mode Improvements
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Tesla has added a two Service Mode improvements in this update, which include:
New A2B Audio System Panel
A new Automotive Audio Bus (A2B) Audio panel is available to support Audio system diagnosis relating to the A2B bus. It adds the ability to view the expected nodes on the A2B bus along with details of detected conditions.
Models: Model 3 (2024+) and Model Y (2020-2024) with AMD Ryzen Infotainment Processor.
Noise Recording Panel Updates (Service Mode Plus) - Available on Info-Atom and Info-Ryzen
The Noise Recording Panel is now available on all vehicles equipped with Info-Atom and Info-Ryzen Infotainment hardware. This panel adds the ability to record powertrain noise using the vehicle microphones and related vehicle metrics. The recordings can also be downloaded to a computer using a dedicated action, and the recordings are deleted when exiting Service Mode.
Models: Model S (2012-2020), Model 3, Model X (2015-2020), and Model Y
Available on update 2025.20.3 and later. This was previously added for the Cybertruck in update 2025.14.
The Next Update
That’s it for the undocumented features of 2025.20. If you found one that isn’t listed, please let us know. You can also take a look at the undocumented features we are currently aware of in the next Tesla update.
Tesla’s FSD Transfer offer has been sporadically available in North America for several years, commonly used as a lever to increase sales at the end of a quarter. Tesla last offered FSD Transfer in North America in April of this year and it’s an ongoing offer today. However, the offer has always been limited to North America.
Several days ago, Musk responded to a post on X, saying it would be fair to offer it in Europe as well. Tesla has now quickly followed up on Musk’s post and has now started offering FSD Transfer in Europe and the Middle East. Tesla made the announcement on X (below).
You want it, you got it
Transfer FSD capability from your current Tesla to your new one
Now applicable to all new orders in Europe & the Middle East
— Tesla Europe & Middle East (@teslaeurope) July 21, 2025
Other Regions
While it’s great to see FSD Transfer offered in more regions, it’s interesting that Tesla didn’t expand this offer to all regions. With FSD coming to Australia and New Zealand and already deployed in China, they may be limiting it to markets where FSD is still not available and may not be for some time. However, that doesn’t match with their philosophy in North America.
It’s possible that we may see a similar offer in China and the Oceania region in the future.
How FSD Transfer Works
The offering of FSD Transfer is relatively simple. Owners with a vehicle with FSD simply need to place an order and take delivery of a vehicle while the promotion is active.
During the ordering process, do not select FSD on your new vehicle. Instead, inform your sales advisor that you wish to transfer FSD from your old vehicle to your new one.
FSD will be deactivated on your old vehicle on delivery day, and it will be activated on your new vehicle the same day. You are not required to trade in your original Tesla, nor required to sell it, but the license for FSD is moved completely to your new vehicle, leaving your vehicle without anything or limited to Basic Autopilot — depending on when you bought it.
This is a major benefit for loyal owners, as it saves them from having to purchase the pricey FSD package a second time, especially since they may have never been able to use it, besides some Enhanced Autopilot features such as Smart Summon.
This also comes at a time when Elon Musk and Tesla, as a whole, have continually expressed frustration with European regulators' slow progress on autonomy regulation. The last update we saw was in mid-June, when Dutch regulators were considering further deployments of FSD.
It’ll still be a while before FSD hits European streets, but at the very least, European (and Middle Eastern) customers can be happy with their new HW4 vehicles, which will be ready to receive and use the latest versions of FSD once it’s released in those regions.
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