Tesla has officially launched the Model Y electric SUV in India, marking its long-awaited debut in the country. This launch follows a teaser released last week and represents a significant step in Tesla’s global expansion.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla offers two rear-wheel drive variants, with bookings now open and deliveries scheduled to begin later this year. The company has also opened its first Experience Centre in Mumbai.
Design and Exterior
The Model Y features updated front and rear lightbars that improve aerodynamics and extend range. The exterior design is minimal, with a full panoramic glass roof offering UV and infrared protection. To minimize road noise, the vehicle uses acoustic laminated glass, and the rear boot can be opened hands-free with power support.
Interior and Cabin Features
The cabin includes soft-touch materials, wraparound ambient lighting, and aluminum trim. It features a clean, button-less layout with a 15.4-inch center touchscreen and an 8-inch display for second-row passengers.
Key highlights include:
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated second-row seats with power recline and flat folding
- Dual-zone climate control with power-actuated air vents
- Tinted panoramic roof with infrared-reflective coating
Performance and Range
Available in two rear-wheel drive trims, the Model Y includes:
Rear Wheel Drive
- WLTP range: 500 km
- 0–100 km/h: 5.9 sec
- Supercharge (15 min): Up to 238 km
Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive
- WLTP range: 622 km
- 0–100 km/h: 5.6 sec
- Supercharge (15 min): Up to 267 km
Tech, Connectivity and Entertainment
The vehicle supports Tesla’s ecosystem with advanced in-car features and remote access. Tesla Theater offers video streaming from Netflix, YouTube, and more, while Tesla Arcade adds in-car gaming. The Tesla app allows remote locking/unlocking, pre-conditioning, and real-time location tracking.
Standard features include:
- 9-speaker audio system
- Bluetooth-enabled rear seat controls
- Dashcam and Sentry Mode
- Auto charge planning and route suggestions
Safety and Assistance
Tesla equips all Model Y variants with its core active safety suite. There are 8 exterior cameras, including a new front-facing unit for advanced visibility and future driver-assist updates.
Included safety features:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Forward Collision Warning
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Avoidance
Pricing and Availability
Tesla will initially deliver the Model Y in Mumbai, Delhi, and Gurugram. Deliveries for the Rear-Wheel Drive variant will begin in Q3 2025, while the Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive variant will ship from Q4 2025. You can book from the company’s official website, tesla.com.
Variants & Pricing (On-Road India):
- Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive: Rs. 60,99,690
- Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive: Rs. 69,07,690
Final pricing depends on the selected state and includes registration and taxes.
Optional Upgrades
Paint Colors
- Stealth Grey (no extra cost)
- Pearl White Multi-Coat / Diamond Black: Rs. 95,000
- Glacier Blue: Rs. 1,25,000
- Quicksilver / Ultra Red: Rs. 1,95,000
Interior Trim
- All Black (default)
- Black and White – Rs. 95,000
Full Self-Driving Capability
- Add-on Price: Rs. 6,00,000
- Enables autonomous driving features via future updates
Tesla Experience Centre India
Tesla has opened its first Experience Centre in India at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai. More outlets are planned for other metro cities, including New Delhi.