Tesla has been waiting for the EPA to evaluate the least expensive Model Y RWD Long Range version, and it has now received a certification for a 337-mile range, which is actually more than what Tesla had predicted.
Delivery Delays for Model Y AWD
While the company is still waiting on the EPA to assess the 2025 Model Y AWD, it has paused all deliveries for this popular version, likely until it secures the official range certification.
As of now, Tesla's own estimate for the Model Y AWD is 308 miles, but this figure comes from its internal testing, which is more demanding than the new EPA testing procedures.
EPA Testing Changes
The EPA has introduced a new testing method that includes a city/highway mileage mix, making it more representative of how Americans drive. Even with the added highway miles, Tesla is expected to receive a higher range certification for the Model Y AWD than its current estimate.
In the meantime, customers who ordered the popular Model Y trim, eager to benefit from Tesla's various offers and incentives in the last quarter, will find themselves facing delivery delays.
Timing of Offers and Anticipation
The wait for the EPA's range estimate and the delay in Model Y deliveries come at a less-than-ideal moment. Tesla has introduced a record low 0% APR financing on the Model Y, alongside zero down payment options and complimentary FSD transfer deals, all of which can be combined with the generous federal tax credit at the point of sale.
For those who decide to buy a Model Y before the refreshed Juniper facelift is revealed next quarter, they can expect monthly payments under $600 or no down payment, and they can transfer their existing FSD purchase to the new vehicle.
"I feel like this is me right now," shared one Model Y buyer. "Ordered on 16OCT, got my VIN on 23OCT, and the delivery date has been pushed back one day for three days straight." "I'm certain the car is sitting on the lot right now," they added.
A similar situation occurred with Tesla's Model 3 Highland earlier this year, as well as with the robust Model Y Performance and Model S.
Back then, Tesla also had to wait for the official EPA range rating, causing the Model 3 refresh orders to sit on delivery lots for a while until they received the estimate and were cleared to begin shipping.
Reddit via DriveTeslaCanada
