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Tesla Model Y L powertrain upgrades bring performance boost

The electric crossover now goes from 0-100kph in a claimed time of 4.5 seconds.
1 min read•17 Oct '26
Uday SinghUday Singh
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Tesla Model Y L powertrain upgrades bring performance boost

The Tesla Model Y L has received powertrain upgrades, improving its claimed 0-100kph sprint time. The Tesla EV now does the sprint in a claimed 4.5 seconds, an improvement of 0.5 seconds than before. Note that this is applicable to Model Y Ls purchased on or after October 1, 2026, in India. In terms of exterior design and interior features, no changes have been made. The Model Y L is priced at Rs 61.99 lakh, ex-showroom.

Tesla Model Y L powertrain details

Tesla Model Y L powertrain details

Despite the improvement in acceleration, Tesla claims the same 681km (WLTP) range figure for the Model Y L as before; real-world range will vary depending on driving conditions, speed, weather and other factors. It has an 88kWh (estimated) NMC battery pack, powering a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup. Tesla has not not officially disclosed powertrain specifications, but it has an estimated combined system output of 514hp and 590Nm. The claimed top speed is 201kph.

As per the carmaker, the Model Y L can add up to 288km of range in 15 minutes when using a Tesla Supercharger. It supports DC fast charging speeds of up to 250kW and AC charging of up to 11kW. 

Tesla is expanding its charging network in India, with 20 Superchargers and 28 Destination Chargers. Three more sites are planned by the end of 2026.

In the premium EV space, the Tesla Model Y L rivals the BMW iX1 LWB and BYD Sealion 7.

Universo Ferrari exhibition debuts F80, Luce, 12Cilindri Manuale in India

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Skoda Kylaq gets benefits up to Rs 90,000 in October 2026

Even the recently launched Slavia facelift gets lucrative offers.
2 min read•17 Oct '26
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Renault Duster hybrid launched at Rs 16.99 lakh

Renault’s midsize SUV now gets a strong-hybrid option joining the existing turbo-petrol powertrains.
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Hyundai compact EV to debut in Q1 2027

The sub-four-metre electric SUV was earlier scheduled to arrive by the end of 2026.
2 min read•17 Oct '26
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Hyundai Compact EV

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2026 Audi Q3 launched in India at Rs 51.99 lakh

The 2026 Q3 is offered with a sole 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a Quattro all-wheel-drive (AWD) system.
3 min read•16 Oct '26
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2026 Audi Q3 launched in India

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