Published : 22 April 2026
Read Time : 5 min
Author: Nikil Jonathan
Tesla have expanded their India lineup with the launch of a new variant of the Tesla Model Y. Called the Model Y Long Wheelbase (LWB) Premium All-Wheel Drive, the new variant is priced at Rs. 61.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and sits between the existing rear-wheel-drive variants while offering notable upgrades in performance, range and features.
With this launch, Tesla now offer the Model Y in 3 variants in India — Standard RWD, Long Range RWD and the new LWB AWD.
2026 Tesla Model Y Variant-Wise Price
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What’s New In The Model Y LWB AWD?
The newly-launched Model Y LWB AWD brings a combination of dual-motor performance, longer range and added premium features over the existing RWD variants.
Performance & Range Improvements
Compared to the Standard RWD and Long Range RWD, the new variant offers:
- All-wheel-drive (dual-motor) setup
- WLTP-claimed range of up to 681km (higher than 500km and 622km)
- Faster 0-100kmph time of 5.0 seconds (vs 5.9s and 5.6s)
- Faster charging capability with up to 288km range added in 15 minutes via Supercharger
Feature Upgrades
The LWB AWD variant also gets several premium additions:
- 18-speaker audio system with subwoofer (vs 9 speakers)
- New 19-inch alloy wheels with a dual-tone finish
- Extendable thigh support for front seats (in addition to heating and ventilation)
Chassis & Ride Enhancements
Tesla have also upgraded the suspension setup in the new variant:
- Advanced multilink suspension with electronic continuously variable damping
- Drive modes for better adaptability
In comparison, the RWD variants get frequency-dependent damping without electronic adjustability.
Features & Interior
Like the other variants, the new Model Y LWB AWD continues to offer a minimalist yet tech-heavy cabin. Notably, the Model Y Long Wheelbase AWD variant offers 6 seats over the 5-seater layout of the other variants. This is achieved by offering captain seats in the 2nd row and adding a 2-seater bench seat behind it.
Other key features include:
- 15.3-inch central touchscreen
- Rear 8-inch touchscreen for passengers
- Panoramic glass roof
- Ambient lighting
- Powered, heated and ventilated seats
- Tesla Autopilot (optional)
Positioning & Rivals
Despite being a full import, the Tesla Model Y continues to target the premium EV segment in India. The addition of an AWD variant strengthens its appeal against rivals like the Kia EV6, Volvo C40 Recharge and the BYD Sealion 7.
With added features, improved ride tech and the longest claimed range among the 3 Model Y variants, this new model could emerge as the most well-rounded option for buyers looking at a premium electric SUV.
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