Mumbai: Tesla officially launched its popular electric car, the Model Y on Tuesday in Mumbai. Tesla opened its first retail location BKC, Mumbai. Tesla has launched the Model Y in India at a starting price of Rs 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom). First showroom in Mumbai is located in the heart of the city, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), the 4,000-square-foot space.

This flagship showroom, also referred to as a Tesla Experience Centre, is expected to be followed by more outlets in major metros, including New Delhi. The move comes as Tesla looks to explore new growth markets amid slowing demand in its established territories.

The electric car will initially be available in three cities – Mumbai, Delhi and Gurugram. The car is available only in Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) option. Price for the Model Y Long Range RWD has been kept at Rs 67.89 lakh. Deliveries for the model will commence in the third quarter of the calendar year 2025.

According to the sources, Tesla has started India operations by importing cars manufactured in its China facility. India prices are significantly higher than in other markets as prices for Model Y starts at Rs 38.6 lakh ($44,990) in the US, Rs 30.5 lakh in China (263,500 yuan), and Rs 46 lakh in Germany (€45,970). The higher prices in India are attributed to import duties and logistics costs. India imposes a 70% tariff on imported cars priced below $40,000.

Tesla’s first EV Model Y RWD variant comes with a 60 kWh and a larger 75 kWh battery pack in the Indian market. The 60 kWh battery claims to deliver a WLTP range of 500 km on a single charge, while the long range variant claims 622 km.