Mumbai, March 1, 2025 – Tesla Inc. is set to debut in the Indian market with its first showroom opening in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). The global electric vehicle (EV) giant has secured a 4,000-square-foot commercial space on the ground floor of a prime commercial tower, with a reported monthly lease of ₹35 lakh.
According to real estate sources, Tesla’s Mumbai showroom will serve as a sales and experience center, allowing potential customers to explore and purchase its electric vehicles. The company has signed a five-year lease agreement for the property.
Delhi Showroom Also in the Works
Tesla is also reportedly scouting locations for a second showroom in Delhi, with the Aerocity commercial complex being a prime contender. This move aligns with Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s recent discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his U.S. visit, after which Tesla accelerated its India entry plans.
April Launch and Initial Sales Strategy
The Mumbai showroom will be operational by April 2025, as the company gears up to sell EVs nationwide. Tesla will not be establishing a manufacturing facility in India right away. The firm will instead be importing cars from its Berlin Gigafactory as it considers local production.
India’s EV Policy Boosting Tesla’s Entry
The Indian government’s new EV import policy is seen as a key factor in Tesla’s expansion. The revised framework reduces import duties on EVs from 70% to 15%, provided the manufacturer commits to setting up local production within a set timeframe. This move is expected to attract major global EV players to the Indian market.
Affordable Tesla Model for India?
Reports suggest Tesla may introduce a budget-friendly EV priced around $25,000 (₹21.7 lakh), but due to India’s current import policies, the final price could be closer to ₹36 lakh. While Tesla is expected to launch Model 3 and Model Y, exact details on model availability remain undisclosed.
What’s Next?
With Tesla’s entry into India formally in motion, the nation’s growing EV scene is expected to be impacted by industry analysts. Though the absence of local manufacturing may keep Tesla’s offerings within the premium bracket at present, possible future price changes and localization moves could open it up to a larger base of consumers.
