Tesla has opened Saudi Arabian orders for the Model Y Performance, the fastest version of its best-selling electric SUV, from SAR 254,990. It is the fourth Model Y trim on sale in the kingdom, and customer deliveries do not begin until April 2027.
The Performance pairs a 460hp dual-motor powertrain with a 0–100 km/h time of 3.5 seconds and a 250 km/h top speed. Tesla claims 580 km of WLTP range at 16.2 kWh/100 km, which puts it among the most efficient performance EVs on the market.
It is distinguished by 21-inch Arachnid 2.0 forged wheels, red Performance brake calipers, a carbon fibre spoiler and revised front and rear fascias. Inside there are new Performance seats with powered thigh extenders, a 16-inch front touchscreen and a 16-speaker audio system, over the standard panoramic glass roof and 8-inch rear screen.
Tesla has also fitted its in-house adaptive suspension with a new control algorithm, plus customisable drive modes that adjust damping, stability assist and traction from the centre screen. A new Marine Blue paint option is available to Saudi buyers at order time.
The Performance tops a Saudi Model Y range that now runs, per Tesla Saudi Arabia’s configurator:
| Trim | Price (SAR) |
|---|---|
| Model Y RWD | 189,990 |
| Model Y Long Range RWD | 199,990 |
| Model Y Long Range AWD | 219,990 |
| Model Y Performance | 254,990 |
What it means if you’re shopping in the UAE
The same Performance trim has been on UAE order books for a while, listed at AED 243,670 by Zigwheels — a shade under the Saudi price, which converts to roughly AED 250,000. The UAE’s Model Y line-up also includes the six-seat L Premium at AED 224,990, which tbreak covered when it launched, and the same regional push brought the Model 3 Long Range RWD to the UAE at AED 164,990.
Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is not yet available in either market; Tesla says availability depends on development and regulatory approval, though the car ships hardware-ready. Orders are open on Tesla’s Saudi configurator.
How much does the Tesla Model Y Performance cost in Saudi Arabia?
From SAR 254,990 (about AED 250,000). It is the most expensive of the four Model Y trims, which start at SAR 189,990 for the rear-wheel-drive version.
When will the Tesla Model Y Performance be delivered in Saudi Arabia?
Customer deliveries begin in April 2027. Orders opened on 13 August 2026, so buyers face a wait of roughly eight months.
Is the Tesla Model Y Performance available in the UAE?
Yes. The Performance trim is already on UAE order books, listed at AED 243,670 by Zigwheels. Full Self-Driving (Supervised) is not yet available in either market.
