Short version: The confirmed 2027 news is the six-seat Model Y L. The EPA lists it as a 2027 model with 328 miles of range, and it launched in the US in July 2026 as a $61,990 Launch Series, according to Electrek. The regular Model Y continues the 2026 redesign, with EPA range from 294 to 357 miles, and IIHS lists the 2027 Model Y as a Top Safety Pick+. Tesla has not announced any other 2027 changes.
Model-year preview compiled from FuelEconomy.gov, NHTSA and IIHS records, plus launch reporting where Tesla’s own pages could not be retrieved. No vehicle was driven or tested for this article. See our sourcing policy.
Tesla is unusual among automakers: it rarely announces model years and updates its cars and prices throughout the year. So the clearest record of what a “2027 Model Y” is comes from government and safety databases. This guide uses those records, separates what is confirmed for 2027 from what is not announced, and labels any figure that comes from 2026 data.
What’s new for the 2027 Tesla Model Y?
- Model Y L (confirmed): FuelEconomy.gov lists a 2027 Tesla Model Y L, a stretched, six-seat version of the Model Y.
- 2027 Model Y safety ratings (confirmed): IIHS has published 2027 Model Y ratings, including a Top Safety Pick+ award. IIHS notes that the Model Y was redesigned for the 2026 model year and that its crash ratings apply to 2026-27 models.
- Regular Model Y changes (not announced): Tesla has not announced design, battery or motor changes for the five-seat Model Y for 2027. FuelEconomy.gov had no 2027 listing for the five-seat model as of October 4, 2026.
In other words, the 2027 five-seat Model Y is expected to carry over the redesign that arrived for 2026, and the Model Y L is the real addition. Claims of 2027 price increases or motor changes have not been confirmed by Tesla.
2027 Model Y: confirmed vs. not yet announced
| Item | Status | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Model Y L as a 2027 model | Confirmed (EPA) | 328 mi range, 114 MPGe (20-in wheels) |
| Model Y L US launch | Reported | July 2, 2026; Launch Series $61,990 (Electrek) |
| 2027 Model Y IIHS award | Confirmed | Top Safety Pick+ |
| Five-seat 2027 Model Y EPA ratings | Not yet published | 2026 ratings shown below |
| Five-seat 2027 Model Y changes | Not announced | Carries over the 2026 redesign, per IIHS |
| 2027 pricing for five-seat versions | Not announced | Tesla adjusts prices often; check tesla.com |
| 2027 NHTSA ratings | Not yet published | 2026 Model Y: 5 stars overall |
What is the Tesla Model Y L, and how far can it go?
The EPA listing for the 2027 Model Y L (20-inch wheels) shows 328 miles of range and 114 MPGe combined (119 city / 108 highway), or 30 kWh per 100 miles. It uses a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup.
According to Electrek’s report on the US launch (July 2, 2026), Tesla introduced the Model Y L in the US and Puerto Rico as a fully loaded, all-wheel-drive Launch Series priced at $61,990. The report lists these Tesla claims:
- Six seats in a 2+2+2 layout, with second-row captain’s chairs that are heated and ventilated and have powered armrests.
- Heated third-row seats with power recline.
- A wheelbase 150 mm (5.9 in) longer and overall length about 180 mm (7 in) longer than the standard Model Y.
- Up to 89 cu ft of cargo space, plus adaptive damping.
- 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds and a 325-mile range claim. The EPA listing above shows 328 miles for the 20-inch-wheel version.
Note: tesla.com blocked automated access when this guide was compiled, so these Tesla claims could not be checked against Tesla’s own page. Confirm price and equipment on tesla.com before ordering.
How much range does each Model Y version have?
EPA ratings for the five-seat 2027 Model Y have not been published yet. The table shows the official 2026 ratings from FuelEconomy.gov, which use the EPA’s version names, alongside the 2027 Model Y L. 2025 figures, from before the redesign, are included for comparison where the EPA name matches.
| Version (EPA name) | EPA range | Combined MPGe | 2025 range (pre-redesign) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Standard RWD (18-in wheels) | 321 mi | 138 | n/a |
| 2026 Standard RWD (19-in wheels) | 303 mi | 131 | n/a |
| 2026 Standard AWD | 294 mi | 127 | n/a |
| 2026 Long Range RWD | 357 mi | 134 | 337 mi |
| 2026 Long Range AWD | 327 mi | 123 | 311 mi |
| 2026 Performance AWD | 306 mi | 105 | 277 mi |
| 2027 Model Y L (20-in wheels) | 328 mi | 114 | New model |
On these numbers, the Long Range RWD leads on range at 357 miles, and the Standard RWD on 18-inch wheels leads on efficiency at 138 MPGe. The Model Y L uses more energy than the five-seat Long Range AWD (114 vs. 123 MPGe) but has slightly more range (328 vs. 327 miles).
How much does the 2027 Model Y cost?
Tesla does not publish model-year price lists, and it changes prices and trim names throughout the year. The only 2027 price available for this guide is the reported Model Y L Launch Series launch price of $61,990 (July 2026). For the five-seat Model Y, check the current price, destination fee and any available incentives on tesla.com. This guide does not list estimated prices.
Is the Tesla Model Y safe?
The IIHS lists the 2027 Model Y as a Top Safety Pick+. Results:
- Good: small overlap front, updated moderate overlap front and updated side crash tests.
- Good: headlights, and the standard vehicle-to-vehicle and pedestrian front crash prevention systems.
- Marginal: seat belt reminders. Acceptable: LATCH ease of use.
IIHS tested a 2026 Model Y Premium AWD and applies the crash ratings to 2026-27 models. Its 2026 Model Y page shows the same test results. From NHTSA, every 2026 Model Y version listed (RWD and AWD, early and later builds) earns 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for frontal, side and rollover. NHTSA has not yet rated the 2027 Model Y or the Model Y L.
Should you buy a 2026 Model Y or wait for the 2027?
- Need six seats? The Model Y L is the reason to look at a 2027. Compare its official specs with other three-row SUVs, such as the vehicle in our 2027 Kia Telluride redesign guide.
- Five seats is enough? Tesla has not announced 2027 changes, so the current car is the same design. Compare EPA range and current tesla.com pricing rather than waiting for a model-year change.
- Background reading: our Model Y “Juniper” redesign coverage explains the 2026 update, our 2027 Toyota RAV4 guide covers a popular gas-hybrid alternative, and our best new cars of 2026 list covers the wider market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a 2027 Tesla Model Y?
Yes, though Tesla does not announce model years the way other automakers do. FuelEconomy.gov lists a 2027 Model Y L, and IIHS has published ratings for the 2027 Model Y. The standard Model Y continues on the design that IIHS says was introduced for the 2026 model year.
What is the Tesla Model Y L?
The Model Y L is a longer, six-seat version of the Model Y, with a 2+2+2 layout and second-row captain’s chairs. The EPA lists it as a 2027 model, with 328 miles of range and 114 MPGe combined on 20-inch wheels.
How much does the Tesla Model Y L cost?
Electrek reported that Tesla launched the Model Y L in the US on July 2, 2026, as an all-wheel-drive Launch Series priced at $61,990. Tesla changes prices often, so check tesla.com for the current price.
What is the range of the Tesla Model Y?
EPA range for the 2026 Model Y runs from 294 miles (Standard AWD) to 357 miles (Long Range RWD). The 2027 Model Y L is rated at 328 miles.
Is the 2027 Tesla Model Y safe?
IIHS lists the 2027 Model Y as a Top Safety Pick+, with Good ratings in the small overlap, updated moderate overlap and updated side crash tests, Good headlights and Good front crash prevention. NHTSA gives the 2026 Model Y 5 stars overall.
Should I wait for the 2027 Model Y?
Only if you need six seats. The Model Y L is the main new addition. Tesla has not announced 2027 changes for the regular five-seat Model Y, which continues the 2026 redesign.
Specs, prices and safety ratings change between model years and trims. Verify them for the exact 2027 Tesla Model Y you are considering:
2027 Models Guide Series
Every 2027 model in one place: 2027 New Cars guide.
More in this series:
Data Sources
- FuelEconomy.gov: 2025-2027 Tesla Model Y ratings
- FuelEconomy.gov: 2027 Tesla Model Y L (20-in wheels)
- IIHS: 2027 Tesla Model Y ratings and award
- IIHS: 2026 Tesla Model Y ratings
- NHTSA: 2026 Tesla Model Y AWD 5-Star Safety Ratings
- Electrek: Tesla launches Model Y L in the US (July 2, 2026)
- Tesla: Model Y
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