TL; DR
- To pre-book a Model Y, interested buyers must first pay a non-refundable token amount of Rs. 22,220 through Tesla India’s official website.
- While Tesla has not revealed the battery size or power outputs, we are aware of the claimed range and 0-100 acceleration time for two different models.
- Similar to the Model Y in global markets, the Indian Model Y carries a minimal and sleek exterior. The clean and subtle aesthetics are carried on the inside of the Model Y as well.
- Standard safety features on the Tesla Model Y include eight airbags, a built-in dashcam, 360-degree cameras, emergency braking, lane departure avoidance, and blind spot monitoring.
After months of rumors and anticipation, Elon Musk’s Tesla has finally launched its first electric vehicle in the country: the Tesla Model Y. It will be available in two models: rear-wheel drive and long-range rear-wheel drive, with no option to upgrade to an all-wheel drive option (at least for now).
The completely built units (CBU) are imported from Tesla’s largest factory in China. Reports suggest that the automaker has already imported six units of the electric vehicle in India, which could be used as display or test drive vehicles at the company’s first experience center in Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai.
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Tesla Model Y: India Variants And Pricing, Explained
- Tesla Model Y (Rear-Wheel Drive): Rs. 59.89 lakhs (ex-showroom)
- Tesla Model Y (Long-Range Rear-Wheel Drive): Rs. 67.89 lakhs (ex-showroom)
The vehicle is available in six color options, five of which are optional upgrades over the standard Stealth Gray finish.
- Pearl White Multi-Coat or Diamond Black: Rs. 95,000
- Glacier Blue Paint: Rs. 1,25,000
- Quicksilver and Ultra Red: Rs. 1,85,000
With the Model Y, Tesla is also offering its popular full autonomous driving capability, but it is available at an additional Rs. 6 lakhs over the car’s ex-showroom price.
Tesla Model Y: Why Is The EV So Expensive In India?
Below is a price table comparing the Model Y’s starting price in India to those in key global markets, including the United States, China, and Germany.
| India | United States | China | Germany | |
| Starting Price | ~ $69,820 | $44,990 | ~ $36,760 | ~ $53,720 |
It is clear that the Tesla Model Y is significantly more expensive in India than it costs in global markets (almost twice as much as the EV costs in China), and the primary reason behind this is the extensive import duty imposed by the Indian government and the logistical costs incurred by the company in shipping the units all the way from China to India.
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Tesla Model Y: India Bookings And Delivery Schedule
With the launch of its first experience center in BKC, Mumbai, Tesla India has also started accepting bookings from buyers.
To pre-book a Model Y, interested buyers must first pay a non-refundable token amount of Rs. 22,220 through Tesla India’s official website. Then, within seven days, they need to make an additional payment of Rs. 3 lakh to complete the reservation and secure their unit.
The two-step booking process might be new for some buyers, but that’s how the company has decided to make its vehicles available to Indian buyers.
Deliveries of the vehicle are expected to commence sometime toward the end of the third calendar quarter of 2025.
Tesla Model Y: Powertrain Details
While Tesla has not revealed the battery size or power outputs, we are aware of the claimed range and 0-100 acceleration time for two different models.
- The Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant offers a WLTP-claimed range of 500 kilometers between charges. Furthermore, it can accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds.
- The Long-Range Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant offers a WLTP-claimed range of 622 kilometers. It can accelerate from zero to 100 kmph in 5.6 seconds (slightly faster than the other model).
Both models have a top speed of 201 kmph. Although the Model Y is available in an all-wheel drive version in global markets, the company hasn’t announced its availability in India yet.
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Tesla Model Y: Exterior & Interior Design
Similar to the Model Y in global markets, the Indian Model Y carries a minimal and sleek exterior. On the front, the car features connected LED DRLs that run across the width, below which are the headlights and a blacked-out front grill.
The side profile of the vehicle is characterized by a sloping roofline, flush door handles, and 19-inch all-black alloy wheels. On the back, the EV gets connected LED taillamps, a subtle spoiler, and a clean bumper.
The clean and subtle aesthetics are carried on the inside of the Model Y as well, where you’re greeted with a three-spoke steering wheel, a flat dashboard (with ambient lighting), soft-touch materials on the driver and passenger touch-points, and a massive 15.4-inch touchscreen that serves as the central control hub of the electric vehicle.
With a wireless charging pad and covered storage compartments, the Model Y’s center console is among the cleanest you’ll see on any vehicle. Regarding the facilities for rear passengers, they include dedicated AC vents, reclining seats, and an eight-inch touchscreen.
Additional features of the cabin include a nine-speaker audio system, ventilated and heated front seats, and an air purifier.
Tesla Model Y: Safety Features
Standard safety features on the Tesla Model Y include eight airbags, a built-in dashcam, 360-degree cameras, emergency braking, lane departure avoidance, and blind spot monitoring.
For those wondering, the Tesla Model Y has already scored a five-star safety rating from the European New Car Assessment Program (ENCAP).
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Tesla Model Y: Warranty
The EV maker is offering a four-year or 80,000km warranty in India, while the battery gets an eight-year or 1,92,000km warranty.
Tesla Model Y: Rivals
Given its starting price of around Rs. 60 lakhs, the Tesla Model Y competes with EVs like the Kia EV6, BYD Sealion 7, and the Volvo XC40 Recharge in India.
| Tesla Model Y | Kia EV6 | BYD Sealion 7 | Volvo XC40 Recharge | |
| Starting Price (Ex-Showroom) | Rs. 59.89 lakhs | Rs. 59.95 lakhs | Rs. 48.90 lakhs | Rs. 62.95 lakhs |
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