Tesla unveiled a new stretched three-row Model Y only available in China
Published on Jul 18, 2025 at 6:00 AM (UTC+4)
by Daisy Edwards
Last updated on Jul 18, 2025 at 6:00 AM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Tesla unveiled a new stretched three-row Model Y with six seats, only available in China, as it comes from the company’s gigafactory in Shanghai: the Tesla Model YL.
This variant has been long-anticipated as it is set to make life a little easier for families who want more space or families that have a few more family members than most.
China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) revealed through filings that the new stretched three-row Model Y is called the Tesla Model YL.
To make space for the extra seats, the Model YL is considerably bigger than the standard five-seat version and will be officially rolled out in fall 2025.
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Tesla unveiled a new stretched three-row Model Y and it’s great
Tesla’s first six-seater, three-row super long Model YL is being quietly rolled out, and it is a surprisingly big EV with lots of extra space.
The standard five-seat version is quite a bit smaller than the new Model YL because it has a long wheelbase in order to fit the new row in the back.
Tesla knows this variant has been long-anticipated, as it is set to make life a little easier for large families who need the extra space.
The extra-long version’s name was revealed through filings with China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT).
It’s only available in China
In 2024 in China, the standard Tesla Model Y was the best-selling model, but by the first half of 2025, sales dropped, so it seems the Model YL was made to rebuild consumer interest.
There is a lot of competition in the EV sector locally, with BYD, Huawei, and Xiaomi creating high-quality electric vehicles, so if the launch of the long-wheelbase Tesla goes well, it will probably do well in the rest of the world.
Who knows whether the EV giant’s debut in the SUV world will be a flop or a success – only time will tell…
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Daisy is a technology journalist, covering artificial intelligence, consumer tech, Apple news, cryptocurrency, digital business, and emerging technologies. Since joining the team in 2025, she has reported on everything from AI-powered startups and major iOS updates to viral tech hacks and the latest developments in the digital economy. Drawing on her background in automotive journalism and a degree in History and Journalism from Goldsmiths, University of London, Daisy specializes in breaking down complex technology stories into clear, engaging reporting for a global audience. Her work focuses on the products, platforms, and innovations that are transforming the way people work, communicate, and interact with technology. Daisy has gained first-hand access to some of the world's most talked-about technologies and innovators, including meeting Tesla's Optimus humanoid robot during its first European appearance in London. She has also discussed the future of space exploration with an astronaut, bringing unique insights and real-world perspectives to her coverage of emerging technology.
