Tesla has unexpectedly stopped the possibility of ordering new Model S and Model X in Europe. Since the beginning of the month, the two premium models are no longer available in the online configurator. Anyone currently trying to configure a new Model S or X in countries like Germany, France, Great Britain, or Norway is instead directly redirected to the inventory vehicles.
The move comes just a few weeks after Tesla introduced a revised version of the two flagship models in North America. Whether and when this refresh will come to Europe is currently unclear.
Longer delivery times hinted at the move
At the beginning of the year, European customers could still order the Model S and Model X in the previous version. However, by March, delivery times had significantly extended – with planned deliveries only in July or August. At that time, the facelift had not been officially announced, but a Tesla manager had already hinted that an update was imminent.
Not an isolated case – similar pause occurred in 2021
The current order stop does not necessarily mean the end of the two premium models in Europe. A similar approach occurred in 2021 after a comprehensive model revision. At that time, Tesla also stopped the ordering possibility – and it took about two years before vehicles were delivered to Europe again. It is therefore quite possible that this time as well, only a transitional phase is ahead until the new version is adapted and approved for the European market.
Current focus on North America
With the removal from the European configurator, North America is currently the only major market where the updated Model S and Model X can be ordered. Existing orders in Europe do not seem to be affected – there are no reports of cancellations.
Conclusion: Likely return with new design
Whether it is a final farewell or merely a strategic pause will become clear in the coming months. However, much suggests that Tesla is using the time to prepare the revised version of Model S and Model X for the European market. Those currently interested must therefore rely on available inventory vehicles – or have patience until the next generation officially comes to Europe.
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