It’s been an exciting week in the Tesla world, and we couldn’t let the moment pass without weighing in. Tesla has officially launched the Model Y Long Wheelbase (the Model Y L) in the US and Puerto Rico, and the response has been nothing short of extraordinary. Three rows, six seats, a massive 89 cubic feet of cargo space, 325 miles of range, and 0-60 in 4.4 seconds. By just about any measure, this is the most capable and comfortable Model Y Tesla has ever built.
As always, though, our minds go straight to wheels.
What Tesla Put On It and Why It’s Just the Starting Point
The Model Y L ships with either 19″ or 20″ stock wheels depending on your configuration. On the road, those will feel perfectly adequate, and to be fair, Tesla has done solid work here. The Long Wheelbase gets staggered tires for improved grip, upgraded acoustic glass and suspension to minimize road noise, and adaptive electronic damping for a smooth, stable ride. Tesla clearly engineered this car with comfort and refinement as a priority, and those efforts show throughout the package.
Why UP Forged Wheels Are the Answer
Here at Unplugged Performance, we’ve spent years developing forged wheels specifically engineered for the Tesla platform, the Model Y included. And with the Model Y L now in the market, we’re happy to say we already have wheels in all sizes to fit the new long-wheelbase configuration, so you can plan your upgrade in time for your Oct – Nov 2026 delivery date.
What makes UP forged wheels different? It starts with the manufacturing process. Forged aluminum is significantly stronger and lighter than cast aluminum, meaning you get a wheel that can handle the substantial torque of a dual-motor Tesla while also reducing unsprung rotational mass. Less unsprung weight means the adaptive suspension does its job more effectively, which is particularly relevant on a vehicle that Tesla has gone to great lengths to make ride smoothly. You can think of it this way: Tesla’s engineers worked hard on that adaptive damping system and upgraded suspension, and a set of UP forged wheels gives that system less weight to manage and more responsiveness to work with.
We offer wheels for this new variant of the Model Y in several stunning wheel designs. The UP-05 is a Y spoke design that has become one of our most popular styles, clean, modern, and right at home on the Model Y’s refined exterior.
The UP-03 is our lightweight forged flagship, developed through real racing programs including our Pikes Peak efforts, and brought to the street in a package that’s both race-proven and visually striking.
For those who want a complete solution right out of the gate, we offer complete wheel and tire packages in 18″, 19″, and 20″ configurations, including our UP-RW packages, so you can step off the delivery lot and straight into something special.
The Timing Has Never Been Better
We know the excitement of waiting for a new Tesla delivery. You’ve configured it, you’ve tracked the build, and you’ve read every spec sheet three times. The Model Y L is genuinely one of the most compelling family vehicles on the market right now, and that interior, with its powered captain seats, heated third row, 16″ front touchscreen, and 19-speaker audio system, absolutely warrants a set of wheels that live up to the rest of the package.
One of the things we pride ourselves on here at UP is that we don’t make you choose between performance and practicality. The Model Y L was designed to carry your family, your gear, your snowboards, and your suitcases, all while doing it quietly and efficiently. Our forged wheels complement that vision perfectly.
If you have a Model Y L on order, or if you’re about to place one, now is the perfect time to plan your wheel upgrade. We have everything in stock across all sizes and styles, ready to ship. Head to our Model Y wheel shop to explore the full lineup, and as always, reach out to our team if you need help finding the right fitment for your build.
The Long Wheelbase is a great car. Let’s make it look and feel like one. The Unplugged Performance Team
