If you’ve been pining for a Tesla EV using one of the company’s higher-capacity 4680 battery cells, it’s finally here — though you’ll probably have to wait a short while. Electrek has learned Tesla is selling the Model Y in a new Standard Range AWD variant that uses the 4680 cells to offer 279 miles of range and a five-second 0-60MPH time for $59,990 ($3,000 less than the Long Range AWD), but only to employees at present. A version for everyday buyers will be available in the weeks ahead, according to Electrek’s sources at the company.
This Model Y also includes a few features not seen on any previous trim level, such as a magnetic center armrest and a parcel shelf. Tesla reportedly delivered a handful of these EVs to workers at its “Giga Rodeo” event in Texas last week.
The 4680 cells are twice as large as Tesla’s existing units, but they have five times the capacity. That lets…
Tesla will release a cheaper Model Y with bigger batteries soon
