The updated ‘Juniper’ Model Y has launched in China, featuring new headlights, a rear touchscreen display, and… a turn signal stalk.

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 .

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 update is the first major revamp for the Model Y since the electric compact crossover's debut in 2019. The most noticeable change is the new styling, which features a chiseled front end with a light strip that matches the design of the Cybercab robotaxi. A light strip also replaces the separate brake lights found on the current Model Y.

Model Y inventory is drying up after Tesla went on a year-end pricing tear. The EV world, meanwhile, is eying the Juniper refresh.

Tesla Model Y has been spotted in the wild without any camouflage, giving us our best look yet at the new design.

Tesla launched the long-awaited 2025 Tesla Model Y Juniper on its Chinese consumer site today. The facelifted SUV has been rumored for some time, with camouflaged models spotted testing in the wild. Styling updates are similar to what the updated Model 3 sedan received last year, with some key differences.

The revised Model Y is available to order in China. Apart from the return of a turn signal lever, little seems new. Tesla is likely to retain the powertrain.

Tesla has quietly unveiled its facelifted Model Y with new styling to keep it current with rivals like Kia and Volvo.