Tesla Premium Connectivity package allows users to access additional services for a monthly fee of $9.99. It offers a variety of infotainment features, including navigation, music streaming, and smartphone integration with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Two Connectivity Packages
Tesla provides users with two distinct connectivity packages: Standard and Premium. These packages offer varying levels of access to infotainment and connectivity features within Tesla vehicles.
Standard Connectivity
Until 2022, Tesla provided unlimited access to Standard Connectivity with all new vehicle purchases. However, beginning July 20, 2022, Tesla imposed an eight-year limit on Standard Connectivity for purchases made after that date. Standard Connectivity offers basic connectivity features at no additional cost, such as over-the-air software updates and remote vehicle monitoring. This package may suit Tesla owners who use their vehicles primarily for commuting or basic navigation.
Premium Connectivity
Tesla Premium Connectivity is available for a monthly fee of $9.99 or an annual fee of $99.9 (excluding taxes). All new Tesla orders include a Premium Connectivity trial, allowing users to experience the full range of features. Premium Connectivity includes advanced features like navigation with live traffic visualization, sensory mode view, live camera, satellite view maps, video streaming, karaoke, music streaming, and an internet browser. Users who choose Premium Connectivity can enjoy enhanced infotainment experiences, making it ideal for those who want a more immersive driving experience.
How to Subscribe to Tesla Premium Connectivity
Users can subscribe to Premium Connectivity through the car’s touchscreen or the Tesla mobile app. For touchscreen subscription, drivers navigate to ‘Controls’ then ‘Upgrades,’ and select ‘Swipe to Purchase.’ A software update is required to activate premium features, which can only be done when the car is stationary. Alternatively, users can subscribe via the Tesla app.
Trial Periods
Tesla provides varying trial periods for Premium Connectivity depending on the vehicle model. Model S and Model X are eligible for a one-year trial, while Model 3 and Model Y receive a 30-day trial. Used Teslas purchased on or after January 9, 2020, also come with a 30-day trial.
Lifetime Tesla Premium Connectivity
Lifetime Connectivity is a unique feature available to Tesla vehicles ordered on or before June 30, 2018, and used Teslas purchased directly from Tesla on or before January 8, 2020. Premium Connectivity features are included at no additional cost for the vehicle’s life with Lifetime Connectivity.
Tesla offers Lifetime Connectivity, which exempts users of certain Tesla models from paying monthly fees or subscribing to Premium Connectivity. This feature is available for Tesla vehicles ordered on or before June 30, 2018, ensuring that early adopters of Tesla technology continue to enjoy uninterrupted access to premium connectivity services. Additionally, used Teslas purchased directly from Tesla on or before January 8, 2020, come with Lifetime Connectivity as a bonus feature, regardless of the vehicle’s manufacturing date. This provision underscores Tesla’s commitment to providing long-term value and exceptional service to its customers, rewarding early adopters, and enhancing the overall ownership experience for all Tesla users.
Benefits:
- Users with Lifetime Connectivity can enjoy all of the benefits of Premium Connectivity, including advanced navigation features, streaming services, and internet browsing, at no additional cost.
- This feature adds value to older Tesla models, making them more appealing to prospective buyers and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the vehicle’s life.
Cancellation
Users can cancel Premium Connectivity at any time through their Tesla account.
There’s no refund for the remaining billing cycle. Premium features stay accessible until the cycle ends. After that, the car goes back to Standard Connectivity.
Tesla’s Premium Connectivity offers enhanced infotainment features for a monthly fee. Understanding the subscription options, trial periods, and cancellation policy is essential for Tesla owners to make informed choices about their connectivity needs.
