Tesla has started delivering the Model Y in India. The maiden unit of the popular electric SUV was delivered in Mumbai from the carmaker's Bandra Kurla Complex showroom to Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik.
The US-based electric carmaker currently has two showrooms in India, one in Maker Maxity, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, and the other in Worldmark 3, Aerocity, New Delhi. It offers only the Tesla Model Y electric SUV in India at present.
While Tesla's much-awaited entry into the Indian market generated quite a lot of hype, the response to the Model Y has been underwhelming. According to a Bloomberg report, it has garnered just over 600 bookings. For reference, Tesla opened bookings for the Model Y in India on July 15, the same day it opened its Mumbai showroom.
Talking about the Tesla Model Y, it is being sold in India in the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) configuration. There are two variants -- standard RWD priced at Rs 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom), and Long Range RWD priced at Rs 67.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The Tesla Model Y price in India is significantly higher than in global markets due to heavy import duties on completely built-up units.
The standard RWD Model Y can go up to 500km on a single full charge. The Long Range RWD version stretches that to 622km. The standard model does 0 to 100kmph in 5.9 seconds, while the Long Range takes 5.6 seconds. Both versions can hit a top speed of 201kmph. With fast charging, you can add around 238km of range in just 15 minutes on the standard model and 267km on the Long Range.
On the outside, the Model Y keeps things clean and simple, designed for better aerodynamics. It has smooth curves, sharp edges, and full LED lights, including lightbars at the front and back. The wheels have a modern look, and the car uses eight cameras for driver-assistance features.
Step inside, and you will find aluminium accents, premium materials, and two touchscreens -- a 15.4-inch at the front and an 8-inch for rear passengers. The front seats are powered and ventilated. The second-row seats get power folding, heating, and two-way adjustment. There is ambient lighting in the doors and footwells, along with a nine-speaker audio system.
Tesla has also worked on making the cabin quieter with an updated suspension and laminated glass for the windows and roof. The Model Y comes in six colour options. Stealth Grey is standard, while the other shades cost extra, which can be up to Rs 1.85 lakh more.
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