The Tesla Model Y is a battery electric mid-size crossover SUV built by
Tesla, Inc. since 2020.
The Model Y is based on the Model 3 sedan platform. It shares an estimated 75
percent of its parts with the Tesla Model 3, which includes a similar interior
and exterior design and electric powertrain. The Model Y fills a smaller and
less expensive segment than the mid-sized Tesla Model X. Like the Model X, the
Model Y offers optional third-row seats for a seven-passenger seating
capacity.
Unveiled in March 2019, it started production at its Fremont Factory in
January 2020, and started deliveries on March 13, 2020.