Tesla also has refreshed its original Model Y with exterior and interior changes. The Long Range All-Wheel Drive version in the US costs about $49,000, before a $7,500 federal tax credit.

Towing with the Model Y isn't impossible, but it does require some planning. The car's drivetrain can absolutely handle small trailers and light campers, and the 3,500-pound limit is respectable.

Tesla may have introduced the longer Model Y in the world's largest market, but its US arrival is still uncertain at this ...