The Tesla Model Y has started deliveries in India. Siddharth Jain, Executive Director of the INOX Group, has the distinction of being the first Indian industrialist to receive the electric vehicle. Jain shared his excitement on X, and his post included a tag for Elon Musk.
Jain’s post stated, “This ones for you @ElonMusk!!! I am beyond thrilled to receive India Inc’s 1st @Tesla ! I have been waiting for this precious moment ever since I visited the Tesla Fremont factory in 2017! Dreams do come true!” Elon Musk responded with a congratulatory message.
Tesla is actively expanding in India. The company opened its first showroom in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex on July 15, 2025, and another in Delhi’s Aerocity on August 11. The focus is on the premium electric car market, with initial deliveries in Mumbai, Delhi, Pune, and Gurugram.
The Tesla Model Y is imported as a CBU. The base price is ₹59.89 lakh. The long-range version starts from that price. Bookings are available on the official website.
There are two battery options:
* 60 kWh battery: Provides approximately 500 km of range (WLTP certified) on a single charge.
* 75 kWh battery (Long Range variant): Offers approximately 622 km of range.
The car includes an autonomous driving feature, which costs an additional ₹6 lakh. The Tesla Model Y combines premium features, safety technology, and all-electric performance.