--- title: "Tesla China’s rumored Model Y “E80” variant: Alleged price, features, and more" description: "Tesla is rumored to be developing a more affordable variant of the Model Y, internally codenamed \"E80.\" Expected features include a 50-55 kWh battery, smaller rims, single-layer windows, and fabric se" type: "news" locale: "en" url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/237720323.md" published_at: "2025-04-27T18:53:33.000Z" --- # Tesla China’s rumored Model Y “E80” variant: Alleged price, features, and more > Tesla is rumored to be developing a more affordable variant of the Model Y, internally codenamed "E80." Expected features include a 50-55 kWh battery, smaller rims, single-layer windows, and fabric seats without heating. Pricing estimates range from 150,000-210,000 yuan ($20,500-$28,800). The launch could occur in late 2025 or 2026, depending on market performance. This model aims to provide a budget-friendly option compared to the current Model Y, which is priced between 263,500-313,500 yuan ($36,160-$43,000). Recent reports from Chinese social media and news outlets have shared some rumors about an upcoming vehicle that Tesla China is reportedly developing. Rumored to be internally codenamed as “E80,” the vehicle will reportedly be a more affordable variant of the best-selling Model Y crossover. ## The Model Y “E80” Rumors As per the recent rumors, which were initially posted on Chinese social media, the Model Y “E80” will reportedly be equipped with a 50-55 kWh battery. The vehicle’s launch will reportedly be determined by the market performance of the new Model Y, though some rumors suggest that its rollout could be as early as the second half of 2025, or sometime in 2026. Rumors about the vehicle’s price are varied, with some news outlets stating that the “E80” will be priced at around 150,000-170,000 yuan ($20,500-$23,300), while others cited a price of 190,000–210,000 ($26,000–$28,800). For context, the new Model Y in China today is priced at 263,500-313,500 yuan ($36,160-$43,000) depending on its variant. Being an affordable variant of the new Model Y, he “E80” will reportedly be quite different from its more premium siblings. The vehicle will reportedly be fitted with smaller rims and tires, single-layer windows on its sides, no rear display, half the number of speakers, single-color ambient interior lighting, fabric seats with no heating or ventilation functions, a manual trunk, and a metal roof. > This model may meet the public around July > > — 大趙 (@zhongwen2005) April 27, 2025 > CN Sourcing: > > There will be a new type of Model Y upcoming, internal code E80. > > So is it a cheaper Y? > > Rumor: > 50 kwh > Smaller tire for similar EPA > No Roof Glass > Half speaker > Fabric seats > No seat heating@Tslachan pic.twitter.com/g4eBSadHFx > > — MultipleJeniuuu. (@onlyforadawong) April 27, 2025 ## Rumored, But Not Farfetched While these rumors about the alleged Model Y “E80” from China are not confirmed at all, Tesla has released a pretty similar, stripped-out variant for one of its current vehicles—the Cybertruck. Just recently, Tesla introduced the Cybertruck Long Range Rear Wheel Drive (LR RWD), which costs $10,000 less than the Cybertruck All Wheel Drive (AWD). The vehicle featured smaller rims and tires, fabric seats, and no rear display, among others. A more affordable Model Y was teased by Tesla VP of Engineering Lars Moravy, who noted that Tesla’s affordable models will likely resemble the company’s current products. “Models that come out in next months will be built on our lines and will resemble, in form and shape, the cars we currently make. And the key is that they’ll be affordable, and you’ll be able to buy one,” Moravy stated during the Tesla Q1 2025 earnings call. 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