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Tesla Model Y Launched In India – Here’s How It Stacks Up Against Mercedes And Volvo Rivals? News24 –


After the recent inauguration of the Experience Centre in Mumbai, Tesla has launched the all-new Model-Y in India. After an extended period of negotiations between India and United States over the tariffs, the company has finally sought to enter Indian and sell an imported version of their Model Y in the subcontinent.  The Model Y is now available in long-range as well as a standard version. Its starts at Rs 59.89 lakh ex-showroom, while the top trim has been priced at Rs 67.889 lakh ex-showroom. 

Tesla Model Y Range and Features 

The Tesla model Y has a WLTP range of 500Km and can sprint from a 0 To A 100Kh in 5.9 Seconds. There is a long range version as well with a WLTP certified range of 622Km and a 0 to a 100 kph  acceleration time of 5.6 seconds. Both the models will have rear wheel drive and will be able to charge at a rate of 25Kwh. Tesla is planning to set up 16 superchargers in India with eight initial ones coming up in an around Delhi and Mumbai. 

Tesla Model Y Features and Warranty 

Tesla has left no stone unturned to make the car tech-savvy; it houses a 15.3-inch central touchscreen, powered, heated, and ventilated driver and front passenger seats, powered 2-way folding heated rear seats, a 9-speaker audio system, an 8-inch rear touchscreen, and ambient lighting. Beyond these, the panoramic sunroof as well as the heated steering, windshield, and dashcam further enhance the appeal of the interior. Customers will also be able to opt for the vehicle with the famed autopilot feature, for an additional Rs 6 Lakh. 

Tesla is offering the users with a 4-Year or 80,000 km warranty , whichever is earlier on the entire vehicle. The battery as well as the drive unit are available with a 8-year or 1,92,000 km warranty, whichever is achieved earlier. 

Comparison KIA EV 6 Mercedes EQA Volvo EC40
Powertrain/ 2 Motors with 2 electric motors Single electric motor that develops 18hp and 385 NM of peak torque Electric AWD with 408 Bhp & 660Nm of Torque and two electric motors
Battery 84 kWH 70.5 kWh 78 kWh battery
Range 663 KM 560Km 530Km
charging time 7 to 8 hours with ( 240V charger, and 18 minutes with a 350KW DC fast charger) 7 to 8 hours with an 11 AC charger to 8 hours with the normal Ac charger and 28 minutes with a normal charger.
Price Rs 65.97 lakh Rs. 69.41 Lakh Ex showroom Delhi Rs 62.45 lakh ex showroom Delhi