As odd as this might sound, this free Wall Connector perk is something that was not mentioned on Tesla Malaysia’s website. We actually first heard of it through a post on Malaysia Electric Vehicle Owners Club (MyEVOC) Facebook group.

According to Tesla Malaysia’s customer service agent that we spoke with over the phone, Tesla’s delivery team will first determine if the customer’s home or premise can support the Wall Connector when they come to hand over the Model Y to the customer.

The Wall Connector that Tesla Malaysia will provide is able to deliver AC charging of up to 11kW depending on the electrical system of the customer’s home or premise. Specifically, it needs to have a three-phase power supply system to achieve 11kW while a one-phase system will limit the power output to 7.4kW and below.

While the Wall Connector will be provided for free, customers still have to pay for the installation fee. The customer service agent did not reveal the actual installation fee to us but based on information from several installers such as Carput, EVGuru, and MyEV Mart, the current market rate is around RM1,200 to RM1,800.

The agent did not reveal the retail price for the Wall Connector as well. If you need a price reference though, the Wall Connector is currently being sold through Tesla Singapore’s online store for S$790 (~RM2,708.)

As noted earlier, you are now able to book a Tesla Model Y in Malaysia by paying a non-refundable order fee of RM1,000 through Tesla’s website. Available in three different variants, the starting price of the base Rear-Wheel Drive model is RM199,000.

However, the actual price that you need to pay is RM200,700 once you include related fees such as delivery & administration, and number plate. The RM1,000 order fee that you have paid during the booking process is included in the final price. On the booking check out page, it is mentioned that the price excludes taxes and other fees.

In case you are wondering how is it like to experience a Tesla Model Y, check out our early look at the EV above. At the time, a grey-imported Tesla Model Y was priced at more than RM400,000. — SoyaCincau

Tesla Model Y officially priced from RM199,000 in Malaysia. Booking now available

Tesla Malaysia is officially launching next week and it looks like they have revealed the official pricing for the Tesla Model Y for our local market. — Pictures by SoyaCincau

KUALA LUMPUR — Tesla Malaysia is officially launching next week and it looks like they have revealed the official pricing for the Tesla Model Y for our local market. As spotted by Paultan, the Tesla configurator for Malaysia has gone online and the fully electric Model Y SUV starts from an impressive RM199,000! Priced from less than RM200,000 in Malaysia, not only is it cheaper than Singapore and Thailand but Tesla has just made every other EVs in our market look so expensive.

Tesla Model Y Malaysia pricing

The Tesla Model Y comes in a total of 3 versions in Malaysia which starts from a rear-wheel-drive model, and two dual-motor all-wheel-drive variants. Here’s the official pricing in Malaysia:

• Rear Wheel Drive – RM199,000

• All-Wheel Drive Long Range – RM246,000

• All-Wheel Drive Performance – RM288,000

The incoming Tesla models are fully imported and they currently enjoy EV incentives such as import and excise duty exemptions and free road tax until the end of 2025. The road tax formula for EVs is currently being looked into and Transport Minister Anthony Loke recently said that the road tax for EVs will be cheaper than internal combustion engine vehicles.

Tesla Model Y colours and options

The Model Y comes in 5 colours – Pearl White, Solid Black, Midnight Silver Metallic, Deep Blue and Red. Only Pearl White option comes with no extra cost as the other four colours require an extra RM5,000 top-up.

From the configurator, there are other extra upgrades and options available for an extra fee. Upgrading from 19″ Gemini to 20″ Induction Wheels costs RM10,000, and you can change the interior from Black to White for an extra RM5,000.

If you want the extra optional tech, here’s the pricing in Malaysia:

• Enhanced Auto Pilot – RM16,000

• Full Self-Driving Capability – RM32,000

Estimated early 2024 delivery

Bookings are now available online with a non-refundable RM1,000 payment via card. All-in, the base rear-wheel-drive Model Y in Pearl White costs RM205,700 which includes delivery, number plate and order fee. Tax and other fees are not included. On a 5-year loan, it costs an estimated RM3,420 per month with a RM20,400 downpayment.

However, take note that you would probably need to wait at least 6 months for your new EV as Tesla Malaysia has listed an estimated delivery timeline of early 2024.

Tesla Model Y key specs and figures

In case you missed it, the Tesla Model Y is the world’s best-selling car for Q1 2023, beating the likes of the Toyota Corolla. In terms of specs, the base Model Y with a single motor powering the rear wheels that push 255kW (347hp) and 420Nm of torque. It can do 0-100km/h in 6.9 seconds with a top speed of 217km/h. Equipped with a 57.5kWh battery, the RWD Model Y has a rated range of 430km on the WLTP cycle.

For more range and performance, you can top up another RM47,000 to step up to the All-Wheel-Drive Long Range Model Y which costs RM246,800. The dual-motor set-up pushes 378kW (514hp) and 493Nm of torque, capable of doing 0-100km/h in just 5.0 seconds. The battery is bigger too at 75kWh and it gets a rated range of 533km (WLTP). Top-speed remains unchanged at 217km/h.

The range-topping Tesla Model Y Performance costs an extra RM46,000 on top of the AWD Long Range model. For RM288,000, you get higher power output at 393kW (534hp) and 660Nm of torque. This also makes its 0-100km/h acceleration significantly quicker at 3.7s and it gets a higher top speed of 250km/h. In terms of range, it gets a slight dip to 514km, which is only 19km less than the Long Range version.

Tesla Superchargers in Malaysia

The thing about Tesla coming to Malaysia isn’t just about the EV but also its network of Superchargers. Tesla Malaysia’s website has also listed 10 upcoming Supercharger locations which cover not just the Klang Valley but also Johor, Negeri Sembilan, Perak and Pulau Pinang. As shared by Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Tengku Zafrul Aziz, Tesla is required to install at least 50 Superchargers in Malaysia within 3 years. These Superchargers can provide up to 270km of driving range with just a quite 15-minute charge.

In case you missed it, you can check out our early look at the Tesla Model Y below. At the time, a grey-imported Tesla Model Y costs more than RM400,000. — SoyaCincau

Tesla Malaysia: Here are the first 10 Supercharger locations in Malaysia

The Tesla Supercharger is able to deliver up to 250kW of energy which matches the maximum charging rate of the Tesla Model Y. — SoyaCincau pic

KUALA LUMPUR — Ahead of the brand’s official launch in our market next week, the list of Tesla Supercharger locations in Malaysia has been revealed on its website. This follows the revelation of the pricing for Model Y in Malaysia which is listed from RM199,000.

According to the Find Us section of the website, the first batch of Tesla Supercharger deployments in Malaysia will take place in 10 locations. Here they are:

Iskandar Puteri, Johor
Dengkil, Selangor
Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur
Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Ipoh, Perak
Perai, Pulau Pinang
One unnamed location in Negeri Sembilan
Two unnamed locations in Kuala Lumpur

Regarding the undisclosed location in Negeri Sembilan, it is possible that the Supercharger will be placed on North-South Expressway (PLUS) based on the spot that was pinned on the map. Similarly, one of the unnamed spots in Kuala Lumpur seemed to be the Maju Expressway (MEX) while the other one is in Jalan Kuching.

Do note that none of these Superchargers have been activated though and it is probably safe to even assume that the pin on the map is just a rough indication. In fact, Tesla has noted on its website that the target opening date for all of them is yet to be confirmed while the list of Superchargers is updated on a quarterly basis.

Tesla Supercharger is able to deliver up to 250kW of energy which matches the maximum charging rate of the Tesla Model Y. The brand’s website stated that users are able to obtain up to 270km of range with a charging time of 15 minutes.

Tesla has yet to reveal the charging fee for Superchargers in Malaysia but has said that the payment will be processed directly from the Tesla app. The company will also implement idle fees whereby users will have to pay a certain amount if they left their Tesla plugged into the Supercharger after the charge session is finished.

The Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry Datuk Seri Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz has previously said that revealed that Tesla has to install at least 50 Superchargers throughout Malaysia within three years. This is part of the requirement for the Battery Electric Vehicle Global Leaders program set by his ministry.

In addition to that, these Superchargers must be able to able to deliver at least 180kW. Tesla also has to make sure that at least 30 per cent of them can be accessed by EVs made by other brands.

While we are still on the subject, you can check out our early look at the Tesla Model Y below. At the time, a grey-imported Tesla Model Y carries a price tag of more than RM400,000. — SoyaCincau

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