Tesla Showroom: The world's most popular electric vehicle company Tesla has finally officially launched in India. The company has opened its first showroom at Maker Maxity Mall in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai. This is Tesla's first major entry in the Indian electric vehicle (EV) market. In this article, we are giving complete information about the price, test drive, features and future plans of the company of Tesla Model Y.
Tesla launch in India: Model Y SUV- Tesla has made its debut in India with the Model Y SUV. Its prices are as follows:
- Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive: Around Rs 60 lakh (about $69,765)
- Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive: Around Rs 68 lakh
Both these variants are available to Indian customers. Model Y is known for its great design, high performance and advanced technology.
Where were the cars imported from?These Tesla cars have been imported to India from the Gigafactory located in Shanghai, China. Apart from this, the company has also ordered accessories, superchargers and equipment worth $1 million (about Rs 8.3 crore) from China and America. These superchargers will be installed in Mumbai and surrounding areas so that the initial customers do not face any problem in charging.
Reason for high price in IndiaTesla's Model Y SUV has been imported to India from Shanghai, but due to heavy import duty on it, its price has become very high. More than Rs 21 lakh tax has to be paid on each car. In India, 70% import duty is imposed on fully built-up units, which cost less than $40,000. This is the reason why Tesla cars are expensive in India.Apart from this, Tesla is going to face tough competition from strong Chinese companies like BYD in the Indian market. BYD has already made its strong presence in the Indian EV market. Tesla will have to work hard to survive and make its place here.
Buzz on social mediaBefore the launch, a teaser post was shared from Tesla India's X handle, which had the message "Coming Soon". This post indicated Tesla's entry in India in July 2025, which has now become a reality. There is tremendous enthusiasm on social media about this entry of Tesla.
Tesla's future: charging infrastructure and sustainabilityTesla is also working towards strengthening the EV charging infrastructure in India. The company aims to rapidly expand the supercharger network, so that charging facilities are easily available to customers. This entry of Tesla is a big step not only for the EV industry, but also from the point of view of technology and environment. This company of Elon Musk is now targeting those customers in India who are looking for innovation and sustainability.
How to book Tesla Model Y online?If you want to buy Tesla's electric SUV Model Y, then you can book it online. Follow the steps given below:
Go to Tesla's official website (Tesla India).- Click on Model Y from the models available on the website and choose the variant (Rear-Wheel Drive or Long Range).
- Select the color, interior design, wheels and software features like FSD (Full Self-Driving) of your choice.
- Pay the fixed amount of Rs 22,000 online for booking. Payment can be made through debit/credit card or UPI.
- After payment, you will get a booking confirmation mail or SMS, which will contain the booking ID and other important details.
- Tesla's team will schedule a test drive for you. Delivery date will be informed when the car is available.
Note: Booking terms, refund policy and delivery timeline are given on the website. Read them carefully.Tesla Showroom: A great experienceIf you are thinking of buying a Tesla car or experiencing a test drive, then Mumbai's BKC showroom can be a great starting point for you. This showroom reflects Tesla's premium and innovative approach.
