Tesla debuts Zen Grey Model Y interior
Tesla rolls out Zen Grey interiors on Shanghai-built Model Y Premium five-seaters, starting with China deliveries this week. The free refresh replaces white cabins across Asia-Pacific markets amid EV competition.

The Zen Grey option introduces a softer, unified palette with warm light-grey tones on seats, door panels, and center console trim. Previously black accents on the console, door handles, and lower dashboard now match in pebbled vegan leather. Tesla describes the material as durable, easy to maintain, and more premium, with early photos from Chinese owners showing it reflects natural light for an airier atmosphere.
Offered at no added cost as a direct replacement for the discontinued white interior, Zen Grey becomes the default light-colored choice for new Model Y configurations in China, Hong Kong, and Macau. The update extends to export markets supplied by Giga Shanghai, including Australia, New Zealand, South Korea, Japan, and the Philippines.
Shanghai-built Model Ys also feature minor exterior changes like blacked-out badges on some trims and optional dark 20-inch wheels. Tesla has not confirmed if Zen Grey will reach vehicles from Fremont, Austin, or Berlin, though the factory has served as an innovation hub before.
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