The move would follow the end of Model X production this spring after 11 years. For Tesla, that leaves a gap in its U.S. lineup for buyers who want a larger SUV with three rows.
The Model Y L is already sold in China, Australia, and India, and its U.S. arrival is expected before the end of 2026. The vehicle is likely to be built at Tesla’s Gigafactory in Texas, though Tesla declined to confirm the report.
A Longer Model Y With Six Seats
According to Car and Driver, The Model Y L is about seven inches longer than the regular Model Y. Its roof is also nearly two inches taller, giving the SUV more space for passengers.
The cabin uses a six-seat layout with three rows of two. The second row is fitted with captain’s chairs, which are the only available option mentioned in the report.
This layout should make the third row less tight than the seven-seat version of the standard Model Y. That detail matters, because three-row electric SUVs remain a practical choice for families, even if packaging can be difficult in smaller vehicles.
A Possible Replacement For The Model X Gap
The timing is notable. Tesla ended production of the Model X this spring after 11 years, removing its large SUV from the lineup.
The Model X had offered three-row seating, while the regular Model Y can also be ordered with seven seats. The Model Y L would sit between those ideas: smaller and more familiar than the Model X, but more spacious than the standard Model Y.
Tesla has not confirmed which powertrains will be offered in the U.S. version. The report says the longer model is expected to launch with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup, while a rear-wheel-drive single-motor version could also appear. A Performance version remains unclear.
A Bigger Version Of Tesla’s Best-selling EV
The Model Y is already the best-selling electric vehicle in the United States. Cox Automotive estimated that Tesla sold 78,591 Model Ys in the first quarter of this year, equal to one out of every three EVs sold during that period.
Bringing the Model Y L to America would expand that nameplate into a roomier format without creating a completely separate SUV line. It also follows a pattern already common in China, where long-wheelbase versions are often designed for extra rear-seat comfort.
For now, the key detail remains unconfirmed by Tesla. A company representative declined to confirm the report, leaving the Model Y L’s U.S. launch, specifications, and final timing still awaiting an official announcement.
