However, the manufacturer is not offering the fully autonomous driving capability with the vehicle from the get-go. The full self-driving capability will cost an extra ₹6 lakh. The car maker has also added a disclaimer on its website mentioning that the currently enabled features require active driver supervision. The car gets over-the-air updates as these self-driving features evolve.
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Tesla Model Y: Design
The Model Y introduces Tesla’s minimalist aesthetic to India, based on the Model 3 but featuring a higher stance, a panoramic glass roof, and a more sporty, coupe-like silhouette. Its exterior is quite minimalist, with flush door handles, slim headlamps, and an aerodynamic shape focused on practicality rather than flashiness.
Tesla Model Y: Specifications
The RWD (Rear-Wheel-Drive) version of the Tesla Model Y in India offers options for both a 60 kWh and a larger 75 kWh battery pack. The RWD variant is powered by a single electric motor producing about 295 hp. The 60 kWh battery is claimed to provide a WLTP range of 500 km per charge, while the long-range model offers up to 622 km. The claimed 0-100 kmph sprint time is 5.9 seconds, and a 15-minute supercharge can give the users anywhere from 238 km to 267 km of claimed range.
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Tesla Model Y: Features
In India, the Model Y will be available in 7 exterior colours and 2 interior trims. It will also come with a 15.4-inch front infotainment screen, an 8-inch rear display, power-adjustable front seats and steering column, dual-zone automatic climate control, 19-inch crossflow wheels, a fixed glass roof, acoustic glass and a power rear liftgate.
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First Published Date: 15 Jul 2025, 10:40 am IST