Tesla has confirmed that its newly launched Model Y Performance will support Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality, expanding a feature previously limited to the Cybertruck.
The company said on X that V2L enables owners to power external devices directly from the car’s battery using the Tesla Powershare Outlet Adapter, priced at $80 in the United States and C$110 in Canada. The system provides 120V at 20A with a maximum output of 2.4 kilowatts, enough to run laptops, appliances, power tools, or camping gear.
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Tesla clarified that while the Model Y Performance supports V2L, it does not include Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) functionality, which remains exclusive to the Cybertruck. The pickup offers Tesla’s more advanced Powershare system, capable of powering larger loads or serving as home backup during outages.
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The addition of V2L puts Tesla in line with rivals such as Hyundai, Kia, and Ford, which already offer bidirectional charging on models like the Ioniq 5, EV6, and F-150 Lightning. For Tesla, the move marks a step toward broader adoption of portable power solutions across its lineup.
The adapter works by connecting a Gen 3 Mobile Connector to the vehicle’s charge port, enabling standard plug-in access. Tesla has not confirmed whether V2L will expand to other variants of the Model Y or its wider vehicle lineup.