Intro

Tesla Model Y has got off to a slow start in India with just over 600 bookings since its mid-July launch as the company begins deliveries in select cities and tests the waters at a premium price point. That means a niche rollout with cars coming from Shanghai and ex-showroom prices starting at ₹59.89 lakh.

Why it matters

The Tesla Model Y marks a fresh check on India’s premium EV demand, and the early tally suggests interest exists but is tempered by today’s taxes and pricing. For buyers, it means access to Tesla’s ecosystem – charging speeds, OTA updates and ADAS – but in limited volumes and locations to start.

Orders, deliveries, cities

Reports suggest “just over 600” bookings since July and Tesla plans to ship between 350-500 cars in 2025 as the first batch lands in early September. Early handovers are being routed to four launch markets – Mumbai, Delhi, Pune and Gurugram – where Tesla is setting up its initial footprint.

• First batch size: 350-500 units in 2025.
• Initial delivery cities: Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, Gurugram.
• Tesla’s first wave includes showrooms in Mumbai and Delhi, anchoring the brand’s early footprint.

Price and variants in India

Model Y is available in two RWD variants with ex-showroom prices of ₹59.89 lakh and ₹67.89 lakh, which is steep import duties that makes the entry point roughly $70,000. That puts the car in India’s premium EV segment against imports and near-luxury rivals.

• Variants: RWD and Long Range RWD.
• Ex-showroom starts at ₹59.89 lakh for the RWD, with the Long Range RWD at ₹67.89 lakh; the optional FSD add-on is priced at ₹6 lakh.
• Context: Duties can be over 100% so pricing strategy is dictated by that.

Specs and range highlights

For India, the focus is on efficiency and usable range rather than performance, with claimed WLTP figures of up to 622 km on the Long Range RWD. Charging speed and OTA feature support are major selling points for long distance usability and ownership experience.

• Claimed ranges: 500 km (Standard), 622 km (Long Range) WLTP.
• 0-100 km/h: 5.9 s for the RWD variant and 5.6 s for the Long Range RWD variant.
• Highlight spec: ₹59.89 lakh entry price; up to 622 km range.
• Battery: 60 kWh (RWD), 75 kWh (Long Range RWD).
• Power Output: approx. 235 bhp (RWD) and 335 bhp (Long Range RWD).

Availability and footprint

Bookings open across India on Tesla’s India website but delivery priority is with the four launch cities, tracking showroom openings and initial charging roll out. Expect phased expansion as volumes stabilize and service capacity scales.

• Second showroom opened in Delhi after Mumbai.
• First supercharger site went live in Mumbai with 250 kW.

Closing note

For early adopters, the Model Y delivers the brand’s hallmark software, range, and minimalism – at a premium price that narrows its audience. The car’s premium price, driven by high import duties, positions it as a niche offering. Future success may depend on market changes or a shift towards local assembly.

Also read: Tesla Model Y India Launch: Range Tops 622km, Price Begins at ₹59.89 Lakh

FAQs

What is the ex-showroom pricing for the Tesla Model Y in India?
Ex-showroom pricing starts at ₹59.89 lakh for the RWD and ₹67.89 lakh for the Long Range RWD

When do Tesla Model Y deliveries start in India?
Initial shipments are slated from Shanghai in early September, with deliveries prioritized in Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, and Gurugram.