The launch of the new product suggests Tesla could renew its focus on residential solar and expand U.S. lease options with Powerwall.
January 16, 2026
Emiliano Bellini
Tesla has introduced a new all-black solar module for residential use, according to information on the company’s website.
“The Tesla Solar Panel blends sleek aesthetics and hidden electrical connections with high-powered engineering, exceeding industry performance and quality standards,” Tesla said. “Featuring our proprietary frame design, the all-black module integrates seamlessly with the Tesla Panel Mount for a minimalist look, with no exposed rails or clamps.”
The modules are available in two versions, with power outputs of 415 W and 420 W. Both measure 1,805 mm x 1,135 mm x 40 mm and weigh 22.3 kg. Tesla has not disclosed the module’s power conversion efficiency or the type of solar cells used.
The panels feature a black anodized aluminum alloy frame and a black backsheet. They come with a 25-year product warranty and a 25-year performance warranty, and are certified to EC / UL 61730‑1, CEC Listed, IEC / UL 61730‑2, and IEC 61215 standards.
Media reports suggest that the modules have an efficiency of around 20% and are being manufactured at Tesla’s Buffalo facility, although the company has not confirmed this.
The launch could signal a renewed focus on Tesla’s residential solar business. According to the company’s latest financial results, sales of its solar energy systems reached $4.6 million in the third quarter of 2025.
“We recently launched a new lease offering in the U.S. for solar + Powerwall that provides customers with predictable energy costs, lower monthly payments compared with loans, a system availability guarantee for the full lease term, and a buyout option after five years,” Tesla said in its financial report. “We believe this new lease offering will help drive incremental demand for our residential energy products.”
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