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.

The refreshed Tesla Model Y Juniper might kick off assembly this month in China, and this is what it will look like for the most part

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.