The Model Y is a crossover,
The Model Y is a crossover, and just like the crossovers from a dozen other automakers it is mostly a taller version of a sedan. No surprises here. It's like the body design differences between the Volt and the Bolt. For the Model U there has been such contradicting information on the design I wonder if it will be like the Rivian, or a scaled down version of the Tesla Semi. I am hoping that it looks like the stylish renderings above, and importantly I hope that they make a formal announcement soon, even if it takes a few years to get them on the road. The model Y is hardly yesterday's news because it is not even released and able to drive yet. For people who wanted a Tesla, but wanted more space AND a lower price than the Model X, this will be a good fit. Seeing how there are only a tiny handful of EV crossovers available to buy today, and none yet that offer 65+ cu ft of internal storage for under $50K, there are a lot of potential buyers out there. For the Model U, the top selling Chevy and Ford Pickups show that MANY people are willing to spend $40K-$80K for a full sized pickup, and the Rivian has shown that many of those buyers are excited about an EV pickup, even if it isn't cheap to buy. Tesla just needs to translate their BEV expertise into the reality of a competitive, full sized pickup, and soon. Rivian has clearly accelerated Ford, Chevy, and Dodge's timetable for a BEV pickup, and most likely Tesla's Model U will raise the stakes even more. I do expect to see hybrid (PHEV) pickups (not just mild hybrids) in the next 1-2 years, but Tesla needs to beat Ford and GM (who could adapt a BEV drivetrain to an existing truck this year if they wanted to) to market.