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SURPRISE TESLA EVENT NEW $25K BUDGET MODEL LAUNCH!
Robert Rosenfeld
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This video provides an in-depth look at Tesla's upcoming budget model, tentatively named Model 2 or Model Q, expected to launch in Q4. The reviewer highlights significant cost-cutting measures, resulting in a vehicle that resembles a smaller, stripped-down Model Y. Key compromises include the absence of a glass roof, a traditional headlight/taillight design without light bars, smaller and more basic wheels, and a simplified interior. Notably, the interior may feature leather seats, a redesigned center console similar to the Cybertruck, but will lack a rear screen, ambient lighting (likely only white), ventilated front seats, and a premium sound system. Despite these reductions, the core Tesla software experience, Supercharger access, and the full camera array for Autopilot, Sentry Mode, and Dash Cam are expected to remain. The reviewer speculates on range being around 315-330 miles and discusses potential pricing strategies, including a traditional MSRP (estimated $30k-$35k) or an unconventional subscription model around $99/month, possibly incentivized by Tesla's new reward system. The success of this model hinges heavily on its final pricing and whether it can undercut comparable gasoline vehicles.
Vehicle Specs
| Brand | Tesla |
|---|---|
| Model | Model 2 / Model Q |
| Year | 2025 |
| Body | Model Y-based budget model |