Tesla has officially launched the refreshed 2025 Model Y (codenamed ‘Juniper’) in Canada and the U.S., introducing a series of upgrades and enhancements. The new model comes amid recent price adjustments and the impending end of the federal iZEV rebate ($5,000). Here’s everything you need to know about the latest Model Y.
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What’s New in the 2025 Tesla Model Y?
The 2025 Tesla Model Y brings several refinements in design, technology, and performance:
🚗 Exterior Upgrades
- New front and rear light bar with an indirect reflective taillight
- Enhanced aerodynamics for better range and efficiency
- Redesigned wheels, tires, and brakes with a retuned suspension
🎵 Interior & Comfort Enhancements
- Acoustic glass all around for a quieter ride
- 16-speaker audio system (up from 14), with invisible speakers
- Heated and ventilated front seats with improved soft textiles (rear middle seat loses heating function)
- 8-inch rear touchscreen for passengers (similar to the Model 3 refresh)
- 15.4-inch front touchscreen (was 15 inches in the previous model)
- Power-folding rear seats and hands-free trunk access
⚡ Technology & Performance Boosts
- Front bumper camera for Full Self-Driving (FSD) with spray wash feature
- Improved Tesla Phone Key connectivity, likely featuring an Ultra-Wideband chip
- Glass roof with silver coating for better heat refraction (7x improvement)
- Acceleration Boost included (0-100 km/h in 4.3 seconds, down from 5.0 seconds)
- 484 km estimated range (up from 443 km)
- Frunk drain hole (perfect for tailgating!)
- Gear stalk removed, but turn signal stalk remains
- LED ambient interior lighting
- Three 65W USB-C ports
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💰 Pricing & Availability: Is It Worth It?
The only available version at launch is the ‘Launch Series’, which includes all premium options for a total price of $84,990 CAD. While this may seem steep, a breakdown of included features shows it actually offers better value than the existing Model Y.
Launch Series Pricing Breakdown:
| Feature | Cost (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Stealth Grey Paint | Included |
| Pearl White, Ultra Red, or Quicksilver Paint | $1,300 – $2,600 |
| 20-inch Helix 2.0 Wheels | $2,600 |
| Tow Hitch | $1,300 |
| White Interior | $1,300 |
| Full Self-Driving (FSD) | $11,000 |
| Acceleration Boost | $2,700 |
| Mobile Charger | $380 |
| Total Price | $84,990 |
If you were to spec out the existing Model Y Long Range AWD with the same options, the total would be $89,116 CAD, making the new Model Y Launch Series $4,126 cheaper.
🚀 Should You Buy Now?
Tesla has hinted at price increases coming on February 1, so this Launch Series may be an opportunity to lock in a lower price before hikes. Deliveries are set to begin in March 2025.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 Tesla Model Y refresh brings improved performance, better technology, and enhanced comfort, making it a compelling option for those looking to upgrade. With expected price hikes, early adopters might find this the best time to secure the latest Model Y at a competitive price.
🚗 Will you be upgrading to the new Model Y? Let us know your thoughts!
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