Tesla is now in the Philippines. The American multinational automotive company has set up shop in the Philippines as a national sales office with an Experience Center located in Uptown Parade beside the Uptown Mall in Bonifacio Global City. Tesla Motors Philippines, as the company is called, is offering the Model 3 and Model Y initially with customer deliveries to start in early 2025.
Both the Model 3 and Model Y are sourced directly from Tesla’s Shanghai Gigafactory, but uses the widely accepted CCS Type 2 charging port. This allows Tesla to access a wide range of public charging stations. Meanwhile, Tesla will also setup its own Supercharger network starting at the Uptown Mall in BGC that offers up to a peak 250 kW of charging. Compared to other public fast chargers, Tesla is charging just P 19 per kWh which equates to P 1,140 for a full charge. Initially, there will four Supercharger slots located at B2 of the Megaworld-operated mall.
The bumper-to-bumper warranty is pegged at 4 years or 80,000 kilometers (whichever comes first), while the battery and drive motor warranty is at 8 years or 160,000 kilometers (192,000 kilometers for select variants). Tesla guarantees a 70 percent retention of battery capacity over the warranty period.
The Model 3 is the starting point to the Tesla range and has been just updated this year giving it a more refined user experience inside and out. The Model 3 measures in at 4,720 mm in length, 1,933 mm in width, and 1,441 mm in height. It has a ground clearance of 138 mm.
Key features of the Model 3 include 360-degree acoustic glass, an all-glass roof with UV protection, a central 15.4-inch front touchscreen with built-in and downloadable apps and navigation, a rear 8-inch touchscreen, and of course, Tesla Autopilot.
The Rear-Wheel Drive variant comes with 513 kilometers of range and a 0-100 km/h time of 6.1 seconds. Moving up, there’s the Long Range variant with 629 kilometers of range and a 0-100 km/h time of 4.4 seconds. Both these variants have a 201 km/h top speed. Finally, there’s the Performance variant with 528 kilometers of driving range, a 3.1-second 0-100 km/h time, and a 262 km/h top speed.
Pricing for the Tesla Model 3 is as follows:
- Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive – P 2,109,000
- Tesla Model 3 Long Range – P 2,489,000
- Tesla Model 3 Performance – P 3,099,000
Moving to the Model Y, it’s Tesla’s compact SUV with an overall length of 4,751 mm, overall width of 1,978 mm, and an overall height of 1,624 mm. It sports a generous 157 mm ground clearance as well as 2.1-cubic meters of cargo space.
Like the Model 3, the Model Y offers a low dash designed to maximize leg room and interior space. The all-glass roof is constructed of UV-protected acoustic glass that keeps noise, glare, and heat at bay. The 15-inch screen serves as the central nervous system of the car and includes functionality such as Auto Pilot and Tesla Arcade. There’s even a “Dog Mode” that keeps furry friends comfortable even when you’re away from the car.
The Model Y comes in three variants as well. The Rear-Wheel Drive offers 455 kilometers of range, a 217 km/h top speed, and a 0-100 km/h time of 6.9 seconds. Going up to the Long Range variant, range tops out at 533 kilometers, while 0-100 km/h time drops to 5 seconds. Finally, there’s the Performance that does a bit less kilometers (514 kilometers), but drops the 0-100 km/h time to 3.7 seconds and the top speed boosted up to 250 km/h.
Pricing for the Tesla Model Y is as follows:
- Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive – P 2,369,000
- Tesla Model Y Long Range – P 2,689,000
- Tesla Model Y Performance – P 3,299,000
Tesla customers in the Philippines will also be able to customize their Model 3 or Model Y from the vehicle exterior, interior, and features (for a fee). They will be able to do so either via the online configurator or through the Tesla Design Studio which will be launching soon.
Prices for both models do not include the order fee (P 15,000) as well as the delivery & admin fee (P 12,000). Tesla Motors Philippines is already offering a 5-year financing program (20 percent down payment) with an effective interest rate of 22.88 percent for model models. Monthly payments range from P 38,810 to P 50,770 for the Model 3 and P 34,551 to P 54,046 for the Model Y.
Customers can also experience the Model 3 and Model Y at an exclusive pop-up at the Level 1, Atrium at the Uptown Mall in Bonifacio Global City until November 15.
Good pricing.
ReplyDeleteI hope Honda reconsiders its pricing of Civic RS hybrid which is just 100k away from base Model 3.
Price of Civic Hybrid is 1.9 million so it is more affordable than the base Model 3
DeleteNot an EV fan but those prices are pretty good.
ReplyDeleteVery good pricing. It's time for other vehicle brands with exorbitant pricing (ehem Hyundai with the Ioniq lineup and Kia with the EV6) to adjust their prices to be more competitive against Tesla, or else they risk losing their market share in the Philippine EV scene altogether.
ReplyDeleteMaybe you also need to see the Ioniq and EV6 in the flesh and compare it its direct competitor, the Model Y. Feature-wise, it is more luxurious than Model Y so that you will think twice why it is priced like that. But I agree, Tesla is the bigger guy and will eat these Korean EVs alive.
DeleteYes, the EV6 and Ioniq 5 are more luxurious than the Model Y, but not more luxurious enough to justify the almost PHP1M price difference for an equivalent spec! Overseas, the EV6 and Ioniq are priced very competitively. I hope Hyundai and Kia adjust their prices locally (in the expense of tanking further the resale value of existing Ioniq 5s and EV6s on the road right now)
DeleteWill they service the grey market Teslas already sold here?
ReplyDeleteI’m thinking of canceling my BYD Seal reservation in favor of the Tesla Model Y Long Range variant. For just 141k more, I can get a high-performance SUEV. Tesla’s financing offer is quite attractive as well. I don’t really need super-fast 0-100kph speeds. The Model Y is slower, but it’s no slouch either. Can I solicit your input, Uly? Thanks in advance.
ReplyDeleteA full test drive beckons...but in my limited experience with Tesla vehicles, the ride is much stiffer than the BYDs have driven. But you also can't deny the value presented by Tesla's local pricing. Remains to be seen whether they'd be bundling things like a wall box charger and stuff. At least BYD offers them out of the box.
DeleteI already have Level 1 and Level 2 Type 2 chargers that came with my BYD Atto 3, I’m presuming they’ll play nice with any other Type 2 EVs. Having bundled chargers would be nice though. Definitely, a test drive of Tesla’s offerings is needed before making the final call, but I really liked the ride of the BYD Seal during my short test drive with it. That’s why I impulsively placed a reservation on the Seal. Is the Model Y or the Model 3’s ride comparable to that of the Seal, or better even? Can walk-ins at the Tesla showroom get test drives? I’m gravitating towards the Model Y right now since I want to try something new. I’m also not in a rush to get another EV so I can wait for Tesla’s units to arrive.
DeleteNo test drives available yet, as their LTO paperwork hasn't come through. Viewings and reservations are accepted though.
DeleteAnd yes, because the official Tesla units use CCS Type 2, it can play nicely with other charging networks out there.
That’s going slaughter all gas cars priced at those range
ReplyDeleteThe 12V battery of the model x and y is a pain to replace. Its a 1.5hr job that cant be DIYed..
ReplyDeleteTheres a ton of parts u have to remove just to acces half of the battery size. Im wondering why a full EV still needs a 12V battery that needs to be replaced regularly..
If the main battery is running out of juice, at least the 12V battery will still power the other electronics in the car for basic functions such as electronic doors, dashboard, or other failsafe functions in the car that rely on 12v battery.
DeleteSimple: because the electronics need to run off a 12-volt battery. EVs, however, typically use the large traction battery to charge the 12-volt battery but only if it's moving. If it's plugged in and not being used, typically it charges the traction battery, but not the 12-volt battery.
ReplyDeleteGood pricing by tesla but ice cars will not go away as the phil charging infrastructure is non existent. Tesla is good for a second, third car.
ReplyDeleteWhy are people so hyped with the tesla? Yes they are fast but they dont look good and their interior is a nightmare. The cars are dull and lifeless. Dont even forget the build quality and reliability issues.
ReplyDeleteEveryone is shitting on EVs but when Tesla comes they are suddenly excited? Elon is full of **** who has promised full driving automation for what, maybe 5-6 years now.
Its just another ev brand nowadays, or maybe because its not chinese so people are hyped? Although in China Teslas are a laughing stock.
Jealous???
DeleteAssembled in the GIGA factory in Shanghai for the international market using CCS2/Type 2 port, unlike the China market using GB/T. Reviews show that China assembled Teslas are better in quality control vs the Berlin and US factories
DeleteTesla is much more than an EV company. It's also in the renewable energy business. Automation is also another growth sector for the company. Just because the products aren't hitting the market yet, doesn't mean it's not doing sh*t. Product development takes time. Tesla is currently focusing more of its resources on automation, and less on EVs.
DeleteI am shitting on tesla cars, what do you mean jealous? I dont like EVs, not just tesla, but I also dont like the double standard by you guys. Its almost hypocrisy.
DeleteYeah then why promise its coming “later this year” for five years now. Elon has been saying this before pandemic. Even the cybertruck was delayed by what, two years at least. The price also doubled on released lol.
It’s called Elon-time and what’s more important is that it happens and is disruptive. Have you heard of their other ideas like the Cybercab? Be glad that PH is surprisingly getting some love that other big nations have been enjoying and at very compelling prices instead of being gouged.
DeleteAs usual, mga tuta ng kano.
DeleteAnd as usual, the island nation is hindered from real progress and growth by certain mentalities instead of embracing change which is what is going on with EVs and technology with words (promises) to invoke work towards a goal no matter what the timeline.
DeleteTesla in China is doing pretty well actually... It’s Europe that they are having a hard time with…
Delete3 things of concern about Tesla: 1) Very low ground clearance even for the model Y SUV (157mm is very low), rough roads, floods and low lying batteries are not a good combination. 2) Almost all controls and displays are in that 15 inch screen. If it breaks down or freezes or gets corrupted, you're stranded. Besides no one knows how much it would cost to repair or replace. 3) Its an EV and EVs are costly, difficult to maintain and problematic.
ReplyDeleteI drove Tesla Model Y loaner car to return and to pick up my serviced Model Y and as soon as I got to the expressway, the screen went blank and still drove for another 180 kilometers until I reached the service center with no problems.
DeleteOrdered a Model Y. This is my third EV (Toyota BZ4X and Kia EV5). Price is much better than grey market sellers
ReplyDeleteNobody wants to seem in a Chinese car. Like Tesla, Chinese cars have problems like exploding batteries etc, but at least you are not supporting a commie regime. Tesla looks funny? But around the world it is the Chinese who copies designs with funny names.
ReplyDeleteCan anybody remind me again what's with the hype regarding Tesla?
ReplyDeleteBecause it's not a Chinese EV. Ironic that the Tesla EV sold here is from Shanghai factory.
DeleteYeah, from what I read they're pretty crappy cars. they're fast and has lots of gimmicks though
DeleteTesla the ONE who makes EV mainstream. Byd could sell more as it has many many low cost model. Tesla has exclusivity prestige vs china EV, its like iphone vs china phones.
DeleteHi Uly I heard the Distributor’s cars are in trouble, it gets discharged while parked. Would that be true ?
ReplyDeleteIt's not a distributor...Tesla is being sold directly by Tesla, Inc. (USA). To your question...discharged? The ones at the mall display? Won't be surprised as the cars were being fiddled around and the main (traction) battery is off. Power is drawn, in that case, from the 12-volt battery...not the main traction battery. If it did get discharged, clearly the sales people need more training. They'll need to either: put the cars on a battery tender, or turn the car on. That, or maybe there's some sort of demo mode. I know some brands have a demo mode of some kind.
DeleteThank Uly, so how do we address or say cars being released by them?
DeleteJust say sold by them...them referring to Tesla, Inc.
DeleteThat's a big reason why their prices are low. They don't have to deal with dealer or distributor margin.
If Tesla BGC is selling directly to the local market is that allowed? Shouldn’t they pass thru a local distributor?
ReplyDeleteNot necessary anymore. They did form a local company called Tesla Motors Philippines, Inc. but they don't have any local partner.
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