Tesla has officially entered the Indian market with its first showroom located in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), marking a significant milestone for the EV giant.

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The 4,000-square-foot showroom serves as a Tesla Experience Centre and could pave the way for further expansion in cities like New Delhi.

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The store showcases the all-electric Model Y SUV, which has been imported from Tesla’s Shanghai facility, highlighting the brand’s global supply chain.

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Model Y in India is available in two variants: Long Range RWD and Long Range AWD, catering to diverse performance preferences.

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Design elements include a coupe-style silhouette, dark grey finish, and black alloy wheels, offering a premium visual appeal.

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The car’s interior boasts a minimalist design with a 15.4-inch central touchscreen, wireless charging, USB-C ports, and app-based entry

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Tesla’s Model Y is priced at ₹59.89 lakh due to India’s steep 70–100% import duties on completely built units.

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Elon Musk has criticized India’s high import tariffs and advocated for duty reductions to increase accessibility for Indian consumers.

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Despite multiple conversations with the Indian government, Tesla has not confirmed plans to set up local manufacturing.

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The Mumbai launch serves as Tesla’s market testing move in India, with six Model Y vehicles brought in from Shanghai for initial display and feedback

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