Tesla Model YL Appears 'Electric Car Catfish' Starting From KRW 64.99 Million In Korea

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Tesla has launched "Model YL (Long-wheelbase)" in the domestic market, which expands the body of the existing best-selling SUV, the Model Y, and revolutionizes the interior composition. As of April 2026, the Model YL, which started ordering through Tesla's official website, operates with a single four-wheel drive (AWD) trim, with a domestic launch price of 64.99 million won. This corresponds to the government's 50% subsidy for electric vehicles, and the actual purchase price is expected to be lowered to the early 60 million won range depending on the region.

The most noticeable change is indoor habitability, which is differentiated from conventional Model Y. Model YL is a long-body model that extends the wheel base to 3m, and the key is to break away from the existing five-seater structure and apply a six-seater independent seat with a 2+2+2 arrangement. In particular, independent seats were placed in the second row to secure passage space and increase the convenience of getting on and off, and to realize a pleasant indoor environment that could only be enjoyed in expensive flagship lineups such as Model X. This is expected to act as a strong purchasing factor for consumers who prefer family SUVs, despite the price difference of about 5 million won compared to the existing upper trim, Model Y Long Range (59.99 million won).

Even in comparison with competitive models, model YL is unique in terms of price competitiveness. Compared to large domestic electric SUVs such as the Kia EV9 and Hyundai Ioniq 9, which have a starting price of around W70 million, the Model YL has lowered the threshold for the large electric vehicle market with its price competitiveness in the mid-W60 million range. In addition, while mid-sized electric SUVs from premium imported brands such as Mercedes-Benz EQB struggle in terms of software and dedicated platforms, Tesla has combined its proprietary Autopilot system with expanded space utilization.

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