Tesla Launches Six-Seat Model Y L in the U.S. Amid Sales Recovery Efforts

Tesla Model Y L

Tesla has launched the six-seat electric SUV, the Model Y L (Long Body), in the U.S. market. This move comes amid ongoing concerns about declining demand, as the company aims to expand sales of its flagship Model Y derivative.

According to Reuters on July 2, Tesla has begun selling the Model Y L in the United States and Puerto Rico. The Model Y L is a three-row, six-seat vehicle that features a longer body than the standard Model Y. The starting price in the U.S. is $61,990 (approximately 95.3 million won).

The launch occurred earlier than initially anticipated. Elon Musk, Tesla's CEO, had previously expressed caution regarding the possibility of U.S. production for the Model Y L, but it appears the company has expedited the release to boost sales.

The Model Y L was first introduced in China last year and has since expanded its sales to Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia. In China, it has been recognized as a key model supporting Tesla's sales amid competition from local manufacturers like BYD.

In the second quarter of this year, Tesla delivered 480,126 vehicles, surpassing market expectations. Deliveries of the Model 3 and Model Y accounted for the majority of this total. However, despite the strong performance, Tesla's stock fell by about 8% during intraday trading on the same day.

* This article has been translated by AI.

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