KUALA LUMPUR, July 14 — Tesla Malaysia is set to officially launch next week, and they have unveiled the official pricing for the Tesla Model Y for the local market. As reported by Paultan, the Tesla configurator for Malaysia is now available online, and the fully electric Model Y SUV starts at an impressive RM199,000. With a price tag below RM200,000 in Malaysia, not only is it cheaper than Singapore and Thailand, but Tesla has also made every other EV in our market seem expensive.
Tesla Model Y Malaysia pricing
The Tesla Model Y is available in three versions in Malaysia: a rear-wheel-drive model and two dual-motor all-wheel-drive variants. Here are the official prices in Malaysia:
• Rear Wheel Drive – RM199,000
• All-Wheel Drive Long Range – RM246,000
• All-Wheel Drive Performance – RM288,000
The incoming Tesla models are fully imported and currently enjoy EV incentives such as import and excise duty exemptions, as well as free road tax until the end of 2025. The road tax for EVs is being reviewed, and Transport Minister Anthony Loke recently stated that the road tax for EVs will be cheaper than that for internal combustion engine vehicles.
Tesla Model Y colors and options
The Model Y comes in five colors: Pearl White, Solid Black, Midnight Silver Metallic, Deep Blue, and Red. Only the Pearl White option is available at no extra cost, while the other four colors require an additional RM5,000 top-up.
The configurator also offers extra upgrades and options for an additional fee. Upgrading from 19″ Gemini to 20″ Induction Wheels costs RM10,000, and you can change the interior from Black to White for an extra RM5,000.
If you want the optional tech upgrades, here are the prices in Malaysia:
• Enhanced Auto Pilot – RM16,000
• Full Self-Driving Capability – RM32,000
Estimated early 2024 delivery
Bookings are now open online with a non-refundable payment of RM1,000 via card. The total cost for the base rear-wheel-drive Model Y in Pearl White, including delivery, number plate, and order fee, is RM205,700. Tax and other fees are not included. On a 5-year loan, the estimated monthly cost is RM3,420 with a RM20,400 downpayment.
However, please note that you may have to wait at least 6 months for your new EV, as Tesla Malaysia has indicated an estimated delivery timeline of early 2024.
Tesla Model Y key specs and figures
In case you missed it, the Tesla Model Y was the world’s best-selling car for Q1 2023, surpassing the Toyota Corolla. In terms of specs, the base Model Y features a single motor powering the rear wheels with 255kW (347hp) and 420Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 6.9 seconds and has a top speed of 217km/h. Equipped with a 57.5kWh battery, the RWD Model Y has a rated range of 430km on the WLTP cycle.
For more range and performance, you can upgrade to the All-Wheel-Drive Long Range Model Y for an additional RM47,000. The dual-motor setup delivers 378kW (514hp) and 493Nm of torque, enabling 0-100km/h acceleration in just 5.0 seconds. With a bigger 75kWh battery, it has a rated range of 533km (WLTP), while the top speed remains the same at 217km/h.
The range-topping Tesla Model Y Performance costs an extra RM46,000 on top of the AWD Long Range model. Priced at RM288,000, it boasts higher power output at 393kW (534hp) and 660Nm of torque. This results in significantly quicker 0-100km/h acceleration in 3.7 seconds and a higher top speed of 250km/h. The range slightly decreases to 514km, only 19km less than the Long Range version.
Tesla Superchargers in Malaysia
The arrival of Tesla in Malaysia not only brings electric vehicles but also their network of Superchargers. Tesla Malaysia’s website has listed 10 upcoming Supercharger locations, covering not just the Klang Valley but also Johor, Negeri Sembilan, Perak, and Pulau Pinang. As shared by Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Tengku Zafrul Aziz, Tesla is required to install at least 50 Superchargers in Malaysia within 3 years. These Superchargers can provide up to 270km of driving range with just a 15-minute charge.
In case you missed it, you can check out our early look at the Tesla Model Y in the linked video. At the time, a grey-imported Tesla Model Y cost more than RM400,000. — SoyaCincau
