After years of speculation and countless delays, Tesla has finally made its grand debut in India. On July 15, the electric car giant opened the doors of its first-ever showroom in the country, nestled in the heart of Mumbai’s posh Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). Marking this moment, the much-awaited Tesla Model Y also made its first official appearance on Indian soil.
When can you get the Model Y?
If you’ve booked the Base variant, deliveries are set to begin in the third quarter of this year. However, those who opted for the Long Range version will need to wait a little longer, with deliveries scheduled to commence in the fourth quarter.
You can only book the Model Y via Tesla’s website. If you want to know how to book a Tesla, click here.
Tesla availability
If you live in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi or Gurugram, you will get the Model Y first, as Tesla is prioritising deliveries to these cities first. However, as per Tesla, anyone in India can order the Model Y directly via their website.
Tesla Model Y: Battery and Range
The Tesla Model Y is offered in two variants in India, each powered by a different battery pack. The Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) version is equipped with a 60kWh LFP battery, delivering a claimed WLTP range of 500km on a single charge. On the other hand, the Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive (LR RWD) gets a larger battery, enabling it to achieve a claimed range of 622km per charge.
Tesla Model Y: Performance
Currently, only single-motor variants are available for the Indian market. However, performance remains impressive. The RWD version accelerates from 0 to 100kmph in just 5.9 seconds, while the LR RWD completes the sprint in 5.6 seconds. Both variants have a top speed of 201kmph.
Tesla Model Y: Charging
It remains uncertain whether Tesla’s Supercharger network will be introduced in India. That said, the company claims its ultra-fast DC Superchargers can add up to 238km of range to the RWD in just 15 minutes. The LR RWD can gain 267km of range within the same time using the Supercharger.
Tesla Model Y: Full Self-Driving
Tesla is set to be the first carmaker in India to offer a comprehensive self-driving package, available as a Rs 6 lakh add-on to the Model Y’s base price. However, Tesla notes that some autonomous features may still require regulatory approvals in specific regions, with further details to be shared closer to the Model Y’s expected delivery timeline.
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