Tesla watchers were taken by surprise when a redesigned version of the Model Y electric crossover SUV, which was not announced by Tesla, showed up on the company's website in China and in nearby markets.

Tesla has officially revealed the latest version of its Model Y crossover following images leaking online that teased the best-selling EV’s redesign. Codenamed “Juniper,” the Model Y 2025 refresh is now live on Tesla’s website in China and other Asia-Pacific markets with deliveries expected to begin in March.

Tesla's long-awaited "Juniper" refresh of the Model Y has just launched in China.

Tesla launched a new version of the Model Y, its best-selling car, in China on Friday, hoping that a redesigned exterior and upgraded features inside will help it regain market share taken by rivals such as Xiaomi .

Yesterday, Tesla revealed a facelift for its bestselling Model Y crossover. Or at least it did if you live in China—customers in the US and Europe will need to continue to wait for the revamped electric vehicle.

Tesla has revealed a new-look Model Y meant for the Chinese and other Asian-Pacific markets, marking the first major update to the SUV since its launch in

Tesla’s most recent redesign was for the Model 3 “Highland” that made its US debut last year, which also mainly changed the front and rear, along with other tweaks to make it quieter and improve the ride quality.

The Tesla Model Y is about to join the cyberverse. Images of a redesigned Model Y from a winter testing facility in China have been posted on social media and reveal its new Cybertruck-inspired looks.

Tesla deliveries fell in2024, but the refreshed Model Y is here. BYD's sales continue to surge, seizing the BEV crown in Q4. TSLA stock remains strong.