Tesla Model Y Electric SUV Spotted Testing In India

US electric carmaker Tesla's arrival in India has been a major topic of discussion for various reasons. One of them has been the fact that the brand will finally launch its long-awaited Model 3 electric sedan in India soon. While we have already seen several spy photos of the electric sedan, recently, photos of the carmaker's entry-level SUV, the Tesla Model Y, has also been spotted testing in India, without any camouflage. Based on the same platform as the Model 3, globally Tesla offers the Model Y in both 5- and 7-seater configurations.

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The Tesla Model Y looks like a more scaled-up version of the electric sedan with a taller roof that gives it a crossover-like stance

While these photos aren't the cleanest ones out there, the Tesla Model Y shares a lot of its visual trains with the Model 3. In fact, it looks like a more scaled-up version of the electric sedan with a taller roof that gives it a crossover-like stance. Upfront, we get a sculpted face with sweptback headlamps, no grille and a wide central airdam. The profile shows the silver alloy wheels, while at the rear we get to see the familiar LED taillights, with a sharp-looking boot lid and cladded rear bumper.

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We do not get to see the cabin here, however, based on photos of the global spec model, we know that it will come with a minimalist cabin, featuring dual-tone black and white interior with large seats draped in white upholstery. The dashboard will feature a multifunctional steering wheel and digital instrument cluster and a large 15-inch touchscreen display which is the main command centre of the car. Like the Model 3, the Model Y also comes with a larger tinted glass roof, along with the company's autopilot system.

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The Tesla Model Y Electric SUV is offered in two options Long Range AWD and Performance

Globally, the Tesla Model Y is offered in two options Long Range AWD and Performance. Both models come with dual electric motors, one for each axle, offering an electric all-wheel drive (AWD) function. The former Long Range option offers a range of up to 505 km and can do a 0-97 kmph sprint in less than 4.8 seconds. The more powerful Performance variant does the same sprint in about 3.5 seconds but offers a reduced electric range of 480 km.

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