http://www.valuewalk.com/2015/10/tesla-model-y-specs-and-features-rumored/ Tesla Model Y Specs And Features (Rumored) By Christopher Morris October 17, 2015
[tweet image http://www.valuewalk.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/Tesla-Model-Y-Twitter.jpg Tesla Model Y Twitter ] As Tesla continues to develop its vehicle range, one of the forthcoming vehicles linked with the corporation is the Model Y. This electric car has yet to be confirmed by corporation, but recent comments by Tesla’s CEO and founder, Elon Musk, have suggested that the existence of the Model Y behind the scenes is common internal knowledge. Tweet leak Musk in fact inadvertently (or so it seems) revealed the information last week, when the charismatic leader of Tesla disclosed the existence of the Model Y via Twitter. The reason that we can assume this was inadvertent is that Musk deleted the tweet immediately, and we have heard nothing since on the existence of this vehicle. But as Tesla continues to attempt to develop its market share, it would be logical for the electric car corporation to manufacture another vehicle. Tesla is perhaps not successful enough to be considered mainstream as of yet, but at the same time it has established itself as a significant automaker. The reputation of the company is possibly greater than its actual size, and an ambitious operator such as Musk will naturally hope to convert this publicity into sales as soon as possible. Naturally, we don’t have too much concrete information about the Model Y at the time of writing. One thing we can say with almost a certainty, if indeed this vehicle ever does come to fruition, is that it will likely feature the falcon-wing doors of the Model X. This feature that is perennially compared to the DeLorean vehicle that featured in the ‘Back to the Future’ series was stated by Musk to be a certainty for either the Model 3 or Model Y. It is generally considered that this feature will not be part of the makeup of the Model 3, so this would naturally lead to the conclusion that the Model Y will indeed feature the falcon-wing technology. Model Y already trademarked Another interesting aspect of the Model Y is that although direct information from Tesla has been in extremely short supply, we do know that the company trademarked the Model Y concept back in 2013. At this time, Tesla also trademarked the model E, suggesting that we could see numerous new Tesla models emerge in the foreseeable future. In addition to the deleted tweet that many media outlets have picked up on, another such example slipped under the radar somewhat. In the very same Twitter session, Musk suggested that around twelve months from now there would be a cheaper version of the Model X featuring a 70kWh battery. Musk also rapidly eliminated this tweet from his Twitter feed, but this suggests that the Model Y could benefit from this particular specification. Lithium-ion It is also reasonable to assume that the Model Y will make use of Tesla’s lithium-ion batteries. According to Tesla Chief Technical Officer JB Straubel, this technology will be central to the future of the company, and indeed the corporation expects it to become influential in the motor industry as a whole. Whispers also suggest that the Model Y might be an SUV crossover vehicle that is bigger than a conventional sedan, but possibly also smaller than a traditional sport utility vehicle. Tesla is continually looking for crossover appeal, as it attempts to increase its market share. Should the Model Y indeed be a crossover vehicle it is reasonable to assume that the interior will be relatively similar to that of the existing Model X. However, this could be a more bijou and compact vehicle than the Model X, particularly as Tesla is likely to make this a more affordable vehicle than some of its previous releases. Drivetrain Some speculation is required when attempting to predict the performance-oriented aspects of the Model Y. But it is reasonable to assume that based on the numbers relating to previous Tesla vehicles that it will be capable of something in the region of 400hp. The Model Y may have a shorter battery range than other Tesla electric cars, particularly if it is priced as an affordable alternative, but we should expect a range of over 200 miles. Price range Certainly it is impossible to predict a precise price range for the Model Y, as Tesla has confirmed absolutely no information on this subject. But it wouldn simply make sense for the corporation to release the vehicle at a price point that would make it competitive and mainstream in nature. This would suggest that the Model Y will retail at a price point considerably more affordable than the Model X. It is expected that the Model 3 will sell at $35,000 when it is released, so we can expect the Model Y to be in this sort of a ballpark as well. Although it is notable that the major competition for this vehicle retails at a significantly higher price point than that of the mooted figure for the Model 3. Competition Many experts believe that the Volvo XC90 T8 will be a major rival to the Model Y. This twin-engine, plug-in hybrid is not quite the all-electric vehicle that the Model Y will certainly be, but it does have the sort of green image that would make it a natural rival to this proposed Tesla release. Pricing for the Volvo XC90 T8 starts at $68,100, which suggests that Tesla should be able to significantly undercut it. Strategy The big issue for Tesla as it develops and ultimately releases the Model Y is to produce a vehicle that is effectively different to the existing Model X. Overlap could be a serious issue, and Tesla will only want to release a Model Y that is explicitly different to the forthcoming crossover utility vehicle. This will certainly be a challenge, as the nature of Tesla as a company ensures that it must release relevant vehicles within a relatively narrow niche. For example, the idea of a super sporty performance car doesn’t really fit into the Tesla ethos. So delivering a brand that really speaks to customers, and which is significantly different from other Tesla vehicles, will ultimately decide the success or otherwise of the Model Y. 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