Tesla Model Y in China: record demand pushes deliveries to 2026

Tesla is seeing record demand for the Model Y in China. Updated delivery timelines show every version of the crossover is already allocated through 2025, and fresh orders won’t be fulfilled until January–February 2026. The Model Y holds its spot among the country’s five best-selling electric cars, trailing more budget-friendly BYD Seagull, Wuling Hongguang Mini EV and Geely Galaxy Xingyuan. A queue that long says a lot: even in a price‑sensitive market, the overall package still draws buyers in.

Despite intensifying local competition, sales of China-built Teslas rose 9.9% year over year in November. Analysts point out that the brand’s strong footing stems from its proprietary charging network and the continued expansion of FSD capabilities. In everyday use, dependable charging often decides the purchase, and software that steadily gains new features keeps the product feeling a step ahead.