Tesla has introduced new entry-level versions of its two models, unveiling the Model Y Standard and Model 3 Standard as its “most affordable” vehicles to date.
The Model Y Standard is available to order at $39,990, while the Model 3 Standard starts at $36,990.
The company is positioning the trims around low total cost of ownership, safety engineering, and access to its core software features.
Tesla says both models deliver an estimated 321 miles (516.5km) of range and emphasise efficiency aimed at lowering running costs.
The vehicles are designed for “minimal maintenance” and support advanced driver-assistance features, including the ability to handle driving tasks with active driver supervision.
The standard trims include a 15.4in centre touchscreen with Tesla Theater for video streaming and Tesla Arcade for in-car gaming.
Tesla is also integrating Grok AI into the infotainment system.
Convenience and safety features span Sentry Mode, Dog Mode, Camp Mode, Trip Planner, and Cabin Overheat Protection.
Through the Tesla app, owners can use their phone as a key, precondition the cabin, and access Sentry’s live camera view, among other functions.
Interior equipment includes dual tone heated front seats with textile and vegan leather materials, plus a heated steering wheel.
The rollout coincides with Tesla’s efforts to counter the impact of expiring US federal EV incentives.
The company last week said it delivered 497,099 vehicles worldwide in the July–September quarter, setting a new quarterly high.
Tesla does not break out sales by region, but with softness in Europe and China this year, the record likely points to firmer demand in the United States.
Although the looming end of tax credits buoyed purchases ahead of the cutoff, that pull-forward may dampen EV sales in the months ahead.
In July, CEO Elon Musk warned that Tesla could endure “a few rough quarters” once US incentives lapse.
Tesla also disclosed third-quarter production of 447,450 vehicles, down 4.8% year over year from 469,796 in Q3 2024.
