► Same powertrain, but upgraded aero and tech ► First UK deliveries in March ’25 The Tesla Model Y – aka the world’s most popular EV – has had an update for 2025 (codenamed Juniper) and is now available to order from just under £61,000. The changes consist of tweaks to the styling, tech and aero efficiency, with Tesla hoping this will help build on what has been a hugely successful model for the American brand since the launch of the original in 2019. How to spot a new Tesla Model Y It seems that Tesla has gone for the less is more approach for its latest take on the Model Y. There’s less details and fussiness to the front end, with a flatter, smoother look complemented by narrow headlights and a light bar that goes across the width of the bonnet. The front end itself is lower (aiding aero efficiency) and eagle-eyed enthusiasts will no doubt spot the removal of the Tesla logo from the bonnet – just like on the Cybertruck. From launch, there’ll be two different wheel designs on offer – 20-inch Helix variant and 19-inch Aero style. Paintwork, meanwhile is a choice between Solid Black and Quicksilver paint. At the rear, there’s further changes to simplify the overall design. The reg plate sits much lower, while a reflective light bar gives the Tesla name badge a glowing red highlight. What are the changes to the interior? The latest Model Y’s cabin is based on the same design as the Model 3, but there’s a few small differences. Occupants are seated higher and will notice different materials lining the doors, while a wrapround ambient light stretches across the width of the cabin. Meanwhile, the latest Model Y also benefits from physical indicator stalks unlike the Model 3. Whether this is Tesla’s way of admitting the buttons on the wheel were a bad idea remains to be seen… Improved sound insulation also promises better refinement, while a wifi range extended by around 200% makes for greater flexibility with over-the-air updates.  Climb into the back of the Model Y and there’s now an 8.0-inch rear touchscreen that rear occupants can use to watch videos on, adjust the climate (there’s heated and cooled seats in the front and rear) and play video games. Plus, it can be paired with Bluetooth headphones in order to keep the sound localised. As for bootspace, the Juniper takes a 20-litre reduction in space thanks to changes to the bodyshell, but now benefits from electric folding rear seats – useful for loading long or awkwardly shaped items. Tesla Model Y: specs and range Initially, the Model Y Juniper will only be available in Launch Series all-wheel drive long range spec – a powertrain that Tesla has kept the same from the previous model. That means an unspecified battery size (Tesla never discloses the capacity of the batteries in its cars), up to 250kw charging speeds, 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds and a 125mph top speed. Tesla does however highlight that the WLTP range has improved from 331 miles to 353 miles owing to the aerodynamic and other hardware improvements.