But Tesla’s approach to price hikes is different.

It’s slow, routine, and difficult to notice.

The Model Y initially hit the streets with a base model offered at $47,000.

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However, as of today, the most affordable Tesla Model Y will run buyers $62,990.

That said, the Model Y Long Range first debuted at $51,000 and now costs $67,990.

That’s about a 30% increase, ouch.

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That same car was only $48k back in 2021.

As a comparison, the base Model 3 first arrived for $35,000 and currently costs $46,990.

Again, this isn’t necessarily Tesla’s fault.

The Tesla Model sales page.

The Model 3 sales page.