Tesla initiates its first Supercharger station in Mumbai; debut in Delhi showroom scheduled soon
Tesla Expands Presence in India: Showrooms, Superchargers, and Model Y Deliveries
Tesla is making significant strides in India, as the electric vehicle (EV) giant prepares for heavy demand in the country. The company has announced plans to open showrooms and supercharging stations, marking an important step in India's third-largest auto market.
On August 11, 2025, Tesla will officially open its second showroom in Delhi at Aerocity’s Worldmark 3 complex. This follows the launch of its first showroom in Mumbai less than a month earlier. Deliveries of the Model Y, Tesla's latest offering in India, are expected to begin in the third quarter of 2025, with customers already able to configure and order their vehicles.
Regarding charging infrastructure, Tesla has committed to establishing four charging stations in Mumbai and Delhi combined. The first charging station, a Supercharger hub, has already opened at Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC). This hub, which started operating on August 4, 2025, boasts eight charging outlets.
The Model Y, an electric SUV, is available in India with two versions - rear-wheel drive and long-range. The cost of a full charge using the faster V4 Superchargers ranges between Rs. 1,400 and Rs. 1,800, while a full charge using the slower AC destination chargers will cost between Rs. 900 and Rs. 1,100. The V4 Superchargers can add around 267 km of driving range in just 15 minutes.
Tesla's focus is on penetrating the Indian market, starting with Tier-1 cities such as Mumbai and Delhi. The company has no confirmed plans to start local manufacturing, with CEO Elon Musk remaining unconvinced about building a factory in India in the near term. Instead, Tesla is entering via importing finished vehicles with concessionary import duties enabled by recent Indian policy changes.
The Tesla app allows for seamless charging and payment management, including locating available chargers, checking speeds, and monitoring battery status in real-time. As Tesla continues to expand in India, it aims to support both city driving and longer road trips with its electric vehicles.
In addition to the Mumbai and Delhi Supercharger hubs, Tesla plans to open three more Supercharger hubs in Mumbai, located at Lower Parel, Thane, and Navi Mumbai by the end of September 2025. The starting price for the Model Y in India is Rs. 59.89 lakh (ex-showroom).
With its latest moves, Tesla is positioning itself as a key player in India's growing EV market, offering both showrooms and charging infrastructure to support its initial offering, the Model Y. The cost of petrol in India is already above Rs. 100 per litre, making the Model Y economical over time. The company's focus on Tier-1 cities and its commitment to charging infrastructure bode well for its success in India.
- The expansion of Tesla in India extends beyond showrooms and superchargers, as the company also plans to invest in various sectors like technology, finance, energy, and transportation, particularly in the automotive industry, aiming to become a key player in India's growing EV market.
- Tesla's entry into the Indian market isn't only limited to its electric vehicles; the company has been actively seeking opportunities in finance, possibly exploring avenues for funding or partnering with local banks and financial institutions, to support its growth in the country.
- As Tesla asserts its presence in the Indian market, it also envisions a future where its electric vehicles will power the nation's energy sector, potentially collaborating with energy companies to integrate renewable energy solutions and promote sustainable transportation for a greener future.
