New Prices and Features
Tesla Expands Australian Lineup and Cuts Prices for Model 3 and Model Y
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The entry-level Model 3 omits the rear passenger touchscreen, ventilated front seats and full-width dashboard ambient lighting; it also has a simplified seven-speaker audio system and textile-and-leatherette seat trim.
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Tesla Australia and New Zealand country director Thom Drew said the new Model 3 is “the most accessible way to experience Full Self-Driving (Supervised).”
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Power Share requires a A$145 Tesla Outlet Adapter and cannot be retrofitted to vehicles built before model year 2027.
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The Model Y Premium Long Range AWD’s claimed 0–100 km/h time improves to 4.3 seconds, while the Model Y L Premium AWD’s improves to 4.5 seconds—gains of 0.5 and 0.3 seconds, respectively.
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With the Model Y Performance now sourced from Shanghai, paint finishes become paid options; the updated range also adds Glacier Blue paint and a Zen Grey interior choice.
Tesla has slashed prices on its Australian Model 3 and Model Y lineups, introducing a new entry-level Model 3 priced at A$45,900—nearly A$9,000 cheaper than the previous cheapest option. Tesla North The budget sedan still includes a 16-inch touchscreen, heated front seats, and up to 572 kilometers of range, making it what Tesla calls "the most accessible way to experience Full Self-Driving (Supervised)."
The Model Y Performance also got a price cut to A$84,900 following a production shift from Germany to Shanghai. Tesla North Tesla also boosted performance across the updated range, with the Model Y Premium Long Range AWD now hitting 0–100 km/h in 4.3 seconds—half a second faster than before.
New Budget Model 3 Targets Mass Market Appeal
The entry-level Model 3 strips away premium features to hit the A$45,900 price point. Tesla North It ditches the rear passenger touchscreen, ventilated front seats, and full-width ambient lighting. The audio system drops to seven speakers, and seats use textile-and-leatherette trim instead of leather.
Tesla Australia and New Zealand director Thom Drew emphasized the model's accessibility, calling it "the most accessible way to experience Full Self-Driving (Supervised)." Despite the cuts, the car retains core features that buyers expect: climate control, the main touchscreen, and solid range ratings.
Model Y Gets Faster Performance and Lower Pricing
The Model Y Performance dropped to A$84,900 after Tesla shifted production from Germany to Shanghai. Tesla North This move cut costs while bringing the car closer to Australian buyers. The company also improved acceleration across multiple variants—the Premium Long Range AWD now sprints 0–100 km/h in 4.3 seconds, a 0.5-second gain over the previous version.
Performance gains extended to the Model Y L Premium AWD, which now hits the same sprint in 4.5 seconds, up 0.3 seconds. Tesla North The shift in production also brought a trade-off: paint finishes became paid options rather than standard. Tesla added two new colors—Glacier Blue and Zen Grey interior—to expand customization choices.
Power Share Vehicle-to-Load Feature Comes With Conditions
Tesla added Power Share capability to its 2027 lineup, allowing owners to power devices directly from their vehicle. Tesla North The feature requires a A$145 Tesla Outlet Adapter to function. However, it cannot be added to cars built before model year 2027, limiting retrofits to older vehicles.
Power Share represents Tesla's bid to make its vehicles more useful beyond transportation. The feature works with the updated battery and electrical systems in 2027 models, making it a key selling point for the refreshed lineup across both Australia and New Zealand markets.
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