A camouflaged Tesla Model Y L is running test laps at the Nürburgring in Germany again. An X user posted new video of the stretched SUV driving the famous track on new 20-inch Uberhelix wheels. The vehicle still wears wrap on the front and rear sections, but the long wheelbase gives away its true identity. And analysts expect a release later this year.
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Video of the Tesla Model Y L with new 20” Uberhelix wheels testing on the Nürburgring in Germany!
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It could launch in Europe as early as September or October.
For comparison, there was roughly a three-month gap between the Model Y Performance being spotted testing at the… pic.twitter.com/loRvfGWHMG
The Model Y L is a six-seat version of Tesla’s popular crossover. The company added about 18 centimeters to the wheelbase so they could fit a third row in the back. That design gives buyers more legroom and cargo space without forcing them into a much larger car, and it features two seats in each row for a true six-passenger layout. But the extra length makes a big difference for families who want to stick with the Model Y platform.
European specifications on paper
We already have a good idea of what the European model will pack under the floor. Company filings indicate the car secured EU type approval with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive configuration and an 88.2 kWh battery pack from LG Energy Solution. The documents list a WLTP range of up to 681 kilometers when riding on 19-inch wheels. And the paperwork puts the curb weight at 2,163 kilograms, and lists a payload limit of 563 kilograms excluding the driver. There is no tow hitch certification right now.
The new track footage stands out for the wheel choice. The prototype is rolling on 20-inch Uberhelix rims, and that is a step up from the 19-inch set seen in the early regulatory documents. Bigger wheels usually trade a little bit of battery range for better grip and a sharper look. So running them on a demanding track gives engineers a chance to check how the heavier vehicle handles tight corners and high speeds.
Expected timing for customer deliveries
Will it arrive soon? Market watchers are now targeting September or October for a potential European launch. The reasoning comes from looking at Tesla’s past rollout habits. There was a gap of roughly three months between the time the Model Y Performance was seen testing at the Nürburgring and its official start of sales. And if the company follows that same timeline, the six-seat model could hit local order pages by early fall.
This long-wheelbase option fills a clear hole in the regional lineup. Families often ask for a third row that still fits in tight city parking spots, and this updated model answers that call. Tesla launched the variant in China and the US earlier, but European drivers have been waiting patiently for their turn. And the latest track session is a strong signal that final validation is nearly complete.
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