Tesla Model Q: Compact Sub-$37,499 EV Rumored for 2025 Launch

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Reports suggest Tesla plans Model Q, a potential sub-$37,499 electric car launching first half of 2025, though official confirmation remains pending.

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Model Q features a compact design, measuring 15% smaller and 30% lighter than Model 3, making it ideal for urban mobility.

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Deutsche Bank's investor note discusses Model Q with LFP batteries in 53 kWh and 75 kWh options, with single and dual-motor configurations.

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According to Deutsche Bank reports, the Model Q could compete with BYD Dolphin and Volkswagen ID.3 in the affordable EV segment.

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Shanghai Gigafactory production could optimize costs, potentially affecting Model Q's final retail price through manufacturing efficiencies.

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Deutsche Bank's investor note references Model Q discussions during their Autonomous Driving Day meeting with Tesla's IR team.

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Elon Musk's earlier stance labeled sub-$25k non-autonomous Tesla as "pointless," raising questions about Model Q's autonomous capabilities.

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Tesla projects 20-30% growth in 2025, according to Deutsche Bank's analysis of the company's strategy.

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Tesla projects 20-30% growth in 2025, according to Deutsche Bank's analysis of the company's strategy.

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Tesla's production strategies for new models remain under development, with various facilities being considered for manufacturing.

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Tesla Model Q: Compact Sub-$37,499 EV Rumored for 2025 Launch

Reports suggest Tesla plans Model Q, a potential sub-$37,499 electric car launching first half of 2025, though official confirmation remains pending.

Model Q features a compact design, measuring 15% smaller and 30% lighter than Model 3, making it ideal for urban mobility.

Deutsche Bank's investor note discusses Model Q with LFP batteries in 53 kWh and 75 kWh options, with single and dual-motor configurations.

According to Deutsche Bank reports, the Model Q could compete with BYD Dolphin and Volkswagen ID.3 in the affordable EV segment.

Shanghai Gigafactory production could optimize costs, potentially affecting Model Q's final retail price through manufacturing efficiencies.

Deutsche Bank's investor note references Model Q discussions during their Autonomous Driving Day meeting with Tesla's IR team.

Elon Musk's earlier stance labeled sub-$25k non-autonomous Tesla as "pointless," raising questions about Model Q's autonomous capabilities.

Tesla projects 20-30% growth in 2025, according to Deutsche Bank's analysis of the company's strategy.

Tesla projects 20-30% growth in 2025, according to Deutsche Bank's analysis of the company's strategy.

Tesla's production strategies for new models remain under development, with various facilities being considered for manufacturing.

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