Model Y L · Six-seat version

In the 6-Seater, a lifted cargo cover sticks magnetically to the back of the third row, so we can load hands-free. For a flat cargo floor, for example when camping: 1) Fold the second- and third-row seats. 2) Remove the cargo cover and flip it 180 degrees sideways. 3) Raise both support legs to vertical, one on each side of the cargo area. 4) Put the cover back. Tesla cautions that flipping it sideways prevents damage.

Tesla's manual lists these extras for the 6-Seater: in the second row, two additional cup holders slide out from under the rear touchscreen, which is part of the center console. Third-row passengers also get their own cup holders. The other storage spots the page describes for Model Y, such as the glovebox and the center console compartments, are not unique to the 6-Seater.

The two second-row seats adjust with the outer side switches, Controls > Seats on the front touchscreen, the rear touchscreen or the trunk switch. Fully pressing and releasing the angled switch folds or unfolds an empty seat automatically. The third row reclines with the button behind the second-row seat and folds with the left trunk switch or the rear touchscreen. Tesla warns to unbuckle belts and clear seats and footwells before folding, and never to adjust seats while driving.

In the 6-Seater, the second-row armrest adjusts automatically when a third-row seat is unfolded. To stop this, we fold both third-row seats, lower the armrest manually with its side switch, or turn on the seat child lock in Controls > Child Lock. Tesla says to return the backrest upright before raising the armrest, and to check that hands, fingers and objects are clear before lowering it.

In the 6-Seater, LATCH lower anchors are in both second-row outboard seats and the third-row seats, between the seatback and cushion, each marked by a child seat identification button. Second-row top tethers sit on the lower half of the seatback: we lower the head support fully and route the strap over it. Third-row seatbacks go fully upright first. Tesla warns not to use a child seat's side support device in the third row, as it can prevent airbag deployment.

On the 6-Seater, we choose it in Controls > Dynamics > Ride & Handling Priority. Balanced gives the best compromise between comfort for all passengers and steering and handling. Rear Comfort puts second- and third-row comfort ahead of first-row comfort and steering and handling. In the same Dynamics menu, Use Standard Ride & Handling in Self-Driving adjusts the suspension for a more comfortable ride while Self-Driving.

The 6-Seater has six USB ports. Like other Model Y cars, it has one USB-C in the rear compartment of the front center console, two USB-C below the rear cabin vents for the second row, and one USB-A in the glovebox for the Dashcam and Sentry Mode drive. The 6-Seater adds two USB-C charging ports below the third-row seat cushions. Tesla warns not to use a USB hub, as devices may stop charging or not be recognized.

In the 6-Seater, we set rear climate on the rear touchscreen: 1) Touch the power icon to turn rear climate control on if it is off. 2) Touch Rear fan speed. 3) Touch 2nd Row or 3rd Row to choose which row we are setting, then adjust fan speed and airflow. From the front, the driver can lock the rear screen with Controls > Display > Lock Rear Display. Tesla warns to avoid adjusting touchscreen settings while driving.

The 6-Seater uses different front and rear tire sizes. With 19 inch wheels: 255/45R19 front and 275/45R19 rear. With 20 inch wheels: 255/40R20 front and 275/40R20 rear. For the correct cold pressure, we check the Tire and Loading Information label on the center door pillar, seen with the driver's door open. Tesla cautions that the maximum pressure on the sidewall is not the recommended pressure, and warns never to drive on an incorrectly inflated tire.

On the 6-Seater: 1) Insert the included removal tool between the wheel and the curved side of a blade, and pry up slightly at the clip tab. 2) Work around the wheel to release every blade, keeping the tool's removal indicator on the rim edge. 3) Gently pull the cover to release the center ring clip. To refit, we point the bottom of the Tesla T at the valve stem, press the center, then press in all seven blade clips.

Tesla lists the Model Y L (6-Seater) at 195.6 in (4969 mm) long without a license plate bracket, 83.8 in (2129 mm) wide with mirrors, 78.0 in (1982 mm) with mirrors folded, and 65.5 in (1664 mm) high. The wheelbase is 119.7 in (3040 mm) and unladen ground clearance is 6.5 in (166 mm). The liftgate opens up to about 8 ft (2.4 m). Tesla notes these values are approximate and vary with options.

The Model Y L (6-Seater) has 14.8 cu ft (420 L) behind the third row, 38.0 cu ft (1076 L) behind the second row with the third row folded flat, and 85.6 cu ft (2423 L) behind the first row with both rear rows folded. The front trunk adds 4.1 cu ft (116 L). Maximum totals are 89.7 cu ft (2539 L) with two people, 42.1 cu ft (1192 L) with four and 18.9 cu ft (536 L) with six.

Tesla's 6-Seater table, for 19 and 20 inch wheels, allows up to 3,500 lbs (1,558 kg) towing and 350 lbs (159 kg) tongue weight with 4 or fewer passengers, and 2,300 lbs (1,043 kg) and 230 lbs (104 kg) with 6. For 5 passengers it lists two rows: 3,400 lbs (1,542 kg) and 2,850 lbs (1,293 kg). Cold tire pressure for towing is 42 psi (290 kPa). Tesla warns never to exceed these limits.