Tesla Model Y arrives in India: Price comparison with global markets and rivals BYD, Kia, Mercedes
1 / 10Mumbai Showroom Opening: Global EV giant Tesla, on July 15, 2025, opened its first India showroom in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex. Designed with an all-white theme, the showroom serves as a display and customer experience centre, showcasing the Model Y’s technology. A service centre in Kurla West is also planned. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis attended, emphasising Tesla’s impact on India’s EV market.
2 / 10Tesla Model Y Launched: Tesla introduced the Model Y in India, with the Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) variant priced at ₹59.89 lakh and the Long Range RWD at ₹67.89 lakh. On-road prices in Delhi and Mumbai are similar at around ₹61 lakh, but in Gurugram, it goes up to ₹66.7 lakh due to higher road tax and charges. Adding Full Self-Driving (FSD) capability increases the price by ₹6 lakh. The company will begin deliveries of Model Y RWD in late Q3 CY 2025, and Model Y Long Range RWD to be delivered in Q4.
3 / 10Global Price Comparison: In India, the Model Y’s pricing is notably higher than in other markets due to import duties of up to 100%. The RWD variant starts at $44,990 (₹38.63 lakh) in the US, 263,500 yuan (₹31.57 lakh) in China, and €45,970 (₹46.09 lakh) in Germany. The ₹15-30 lakh price gap reflects India’s high taxes on fully built imported vehicles.
4 / 10BYD Seal Comparison: The BYD Seal Performance, priced at ₹53 lakh (ex-showroom), is a direct competitor. It offers a 580 km range (WLTP), 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, and features like a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen and panoramic sunroof. The Model Y’s ₹59.89-67.89 lakh price range delivers a 455-533 km range and Tesla’s Supercharger network, but the Seal’s lower price and faster acceleration are likely to attract performance-driven buyers.
5 / 10Mercedes EQB Comparison: The Mercedes EQB, starting at around ₹75 lakh (ex-showroom), targets luxury EV buyers with a 423 km range (WLTP) and 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds. It includes a 10.25-inch dual-screen setup and premium interiors. The Model Y Long Range (₹67.89 lakh) offers a longer 533 km range and quicker 5.6-second acceleration.
6 / 10Kia EV6 Comparison: The Kia EV6, priced between ₹60.95-65.95 lakh (ex-showroom), is a close rival. It boasts a 708 km range (WLTP) in its top GT-Line AWD trim and a 0–100 km/h time of 5.2 seconds. With features like a 12.3-inch dual-screen and vehicle-to-load charging, the EV6 outperforms the Model Y in range.
7 / 10Tata Nexon EV Comparison: The Tata Nexon EV, a locally made option, starts at ₹14.5 lakh (ex-showroom) with a 465 km range (ARAI) and 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. It offers a 12.3-inch touchscreen and basic EV features. At ₹59.89 lakh, the Model Y’s premium pricing reflects superior performance, a 15.4-inch touchscreen, and Tesla’s safety suite, catering to a different demographic than the Nexon’s mass-market appeal.
8 / 10MG ZS EV Comparison: The MG ZS EV, priced around ₹19 lakh (ex-showroom), delivers a 461 km range (ARAI) and 0-100 km/h in 8.7 seconds. It includes a 10.1-inch touchscreen and panoramic sunroof but lacks the Model Y’s advanced tech, such as eight cameras and Supercharger compatibility.
9 / 10VinFast VF6 and VF7: VinFast Auto India opened bookings for its VF6 and VF7 SUVs on July 15, 2025, with a ₹21,000 refundable deposit. Estimated pricing is ₹30-40 lakh (ex-showroom), undercutting the Model Y’s ₹59.89-67.89 lakh range. While specific range and performance details are unavailable, VinFast’s premium SUVs aim to compete with Tesla, though they lack the brand’s established tech ecosystem and charging infrastructure.
10 / 10Model Y Features and Specs: The Model Y RWD offers a 455 km range (WLTP), while the Long Range extends to 533 km. Acceleration is 5.9 seconds (RWD) and 5.6 seconds (Long Range) for 0–100 km/h. It includes a 15.4-inch touchscreen, an 8-inch rear display, seven colour options (with extra prices for options other than Stealth Grey), heated seats, and Supercharging (up to 267 km in 15 minutes). Also, every Tesla owner will get a free home wall charger.
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