I agree it seems strange, but it seems to make the most sense based on timing. It's my understanding that the SR figures have been on EPA'S site for a while. With the new Certificate of Conformance in process I expect a fifth Model Y configuration to show up on the EPA'S site.
My guess is it...
I don't think Tesla intended for shorter range Model Ys. Tesla was waiting for a Certificate of Conformity for their 4680 Model Y from the EPA. They were awarded it this February, and then the EPA posted information on a 279 mile range Modle Y. This Y was only 1.6% or so more efficient than...
I ordered a Model Y during the call after Elon said that they would not be making any new models this year. I'm keeping my reservation, but giving up the wait for a while.
I was also worried when Elon talked about a concern with being able to make a Cybertruck that is affordable. I wonder...
I just don't see Tesla selling any model of the Cybertruck for cheaper than a Model Y. Hopefully at the Q4 Earnings Call we hear that pricing stays roughly the same as was mentioned at the reveal, but I just don't think that's going to happen.
I would absolutely love if the Dual AWD stayed under $60k, but my guess is that it will be priced around $70k. I doubt the Cybertruck will be cheaper than the Model Y, and the Ford F-150 Lariat is ~$70k (pre dealership markup).
Based on that, I would guess:
Dual AWD - $70k
Quad AWD - $90k
Quad...