After the US, Tesla launches the new Model Y Standard in Europe

Just days after the US market, Elon Musk’s electric vehicle company Tesla (TSLA) has launched the affordable Model Y Standard RWD in Europe.

Around the US launch, a Tesla Model Y Standard was spotted near Tesla’s European EV manufacturing factory, Giga Berlin. However, the transition from testing to going on sale was faster than expected.

The overall look and specs of the European Tesla Model Y Standard remain the same as its US version. The price of the new Model Y Standard in Europe is €39,990 Euros (starts at $39,990 in the US).

The drivetrain of the ‘Standard’ variant of the Model Y electric SUV is Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD). To cut costs and keep the price in the lower bracket, Tesla stripped down several features we’ve reported earlier.

Above: Tesla Model Y Standard in Stealth Grey color. Source: Tesla car order configurator.

Range

For range estimations, EVs in Europe follow the WLTP (Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure) standard. According to the WLTP test cycle, the new Tesla Model Y Standard has a 534 km (~332 miles) range.

In the United States, the same vehicle comes with an EPA estimated range of 321 miles (516 km). So, there’s not much of a difference in this vehicle’s US and European battery size and range.

Interestingly, Tesla tested and performed homologation in Europe simultaneously for a concurrent launch in both regions. For China, the automaker made a longer wheelbase Model Y L to cater to the Chinese market’s specific needs.

Above: Rear fascia and side profile of the new 2026 Tesla Model Y Standard (now available in the US and Europe).

Paint Options

Tesla Model Y Standard comes with a limited choice of three colors:

• Pearl White Multi-Coat (included)
• Stealth Grey (€1,300)
• Diamond Black (€1,300)

Pearl White Multi-Coat is included in the price of the vehicle in Europe. In the US, the included paint option is Stealth Grey, and the other two are optional for an additional cost.

Active Safety & Autopilot

The European Tesla Model Y Standard comes with Lane Keep Assist and Dynamic Cruise Control as included active safety features.

Enhanced Autopilot is available for an extra cost of €3,800, which includes lane-to-exit, lane-changing, and overtaking assistance. Also includes Simple Auto Exit, True Smart Auto Exit, and Auto Park features.

For $7,500, you can get the Enhanced Autopilot features and the Full Self-Driving (FSD) capability. FSD is currently not available in Europe, and near-future chances due to regulations are also slim.

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Featured image: Courtesy of Tesla, Inc.

Note: This article was published earlier on Tesla Oracle. Author: Iqtidar Ali.