Tesla Model Y configurations are currently receiving substantial discounts and additional benefits as the company enters its final sales push for the year. Tesla is offering discounts of up to $1,500 on new Model Y Standard trims available in inventory in the United States. Additionally, there are discounts of up to $2,000 on the Premium trims of the Model Y, along with a complimentary upgrade such as a paint color or interior color at no extra cost.
The company is aiming to build on its relatively strong performance in the first three quarters of the year, with over 1.2 million cars delivered during this period. While this figure is slightly lower compared to the same period last year, Tesla experienced its best quarterly performance ever in Q3 of 2025. This surge was attributed to the anticipation of the removal of the $7,500 EV tax credit in September, prompting buyers to take advantage of the discount before it expired.
Although Tesla saw a 1 percent decline in delivery growth in 2024, the company is expected to experience a second consecutive drop this year, potentially reaching an 8 percent decrease if it delivers 1.65 million cars as projected. However, Tesla is likely to return to its annual growth rate in the coming years, with a focus shifting towards autonomy and the development of AI technologies for its Full Self-Driving efforts and the Optimus humanoid robot project.
The current discounts on Model Y configurations are designed to incentivize potential buyers to make a purchase before the end of the year. It will be interesting to observe the impact of these discounts, along with the adjusted EV tax credit rules that allowed deliveries to occur after the September 30 cutoff date. Overall, Tesla’s strategic pricing and promotional efforts are aimed at driving sales and maintaining its position as a leader in the electric vehicle market.