Tesla is now offering a new interior enhancement for its Model 3 and Model Y vehicles, allowing owners to add a charcoal-colored faux suede dashboard trim piece. The upgrade, priced at $250 in the United States and $345 in Canada, aims to lend a more premium feel to the typically spartan cabins of Tesla’s popular electric vehicles. This particular trim was previously an exclusive feature of the Model Y Launch Series.
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- Base Trim Engine
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Electric
- Base Trim Transmission
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Automatic
- Base Trim Drivetrain
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Rear-Wheel Drive
- Base Trim Horsepower
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295 HP @7000 RPM
- Base Trim Torque
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309.3 lb.-ft.
- Base Trim Fuel Economy Equivalent (city/highway/combined)
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145/128/137 mpge
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- Base Trim Transmission
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Automatic
- Base Trim Drivetrain
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All-Wheel Drive
- Base Trim Horsepower
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425 HP
- Base Trim Torque
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475 lb.-ft.
- Fuel Economy
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120 MPGe Combined
- Base Trim Fuel Economy Equivalent (city/highway/combined)
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123/111/117 mpge
The newly available “Charcoal Suede Dashboard Décor Wing” is crafted from 100 percent vegan suede and features a deep matte gray finish. It is designed to be installed on the dashboard section located behind the steering column and the prominent central infotainment screen. According to Tesla, the material is soft to the touch and intended to add a refined aesthetic to the interior environment. This new option replaces the standard textile material typically found in that area, offering a subtle but noticeable textural upgrade.
Flexible Fit For New Suede Option
This dashboard enhancement is compatible with Model 3 vehicles built in 2024 or later and Model Y vehicles manufactured in 2025 or newer. This appears to imply that either the dashes in both newer vehicles are highly similar or, more likely, identical, illustrating another form of cost savings for the electric automaker. Both prospective buyers ordering new cars and current owners of compatible models can opt for this upgrade. The listed price includes delivery to a local Tesla Service Center and the cost of installation. Owners and new buyers can select this option through the Tesla Shop online or via the Tesla mobile app.
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The process involves scheduling an appointment at a Tesla Service Center, where technicians will professionally fit the suede piece. For a brand that typically offers limited standalone cosmetic customization options post-purchase, this service-installed accessory is a notable addition.
Why Tesla Is Likely Adding This Simple Upgrade
Tesla’s vehicle interiors have long been characterized by their minimalist design philosophy. The introduction of this vegan suede dashboard piece, therefore, represents a noteworthy, if modest, step towards offering more tactile and visually upscale interior elements. For a brand that seldom introduces purely aesthetic interior options, making a trim piece previously reserved for a special launch edition more widely available is a significant move. It offers customers a way to slightly elevate the ambiance of their Model 3 or Model Y without fundamentally altering the vehicle’s minimalist core.
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This interior upgrade, alongside recent attractive financing and leasing offers for the Model Y, surfaces as Tesla navigates a more challenging market for its popular compact SUV. The refreshed Model Y, launched in January 2025, is reportedly experiencing unexpectedly sluggish demand, a stark contrast to its predecessor, which was the world’s best-selling car in 2024.
Evidence of this softer reception includes Tesla offering aggressive financing, such as 0% rates in some European countries and 1.99% in the U.S., almost immediately after the new model’s rollout-– a move analysts like Loren McDonald of EV data firm Paren suggest indicates a “demand problem.” With increased competition, minor enhancements like the $250 suede dash and compelling pricing strategies appear to be part of Tesla’s attempts to stimulate interest while maintaining the Model Y’s appeal.
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