Tesla Model Y will be the American manufacturer's first model in the Indian market. It will come at a starting price of Rs 59.89 lakh for the entry-level RWD variant, while the long-range version of the vehicle will come at Rs 67.89 lakh. In terms of pricing, the Model Y competes against models like BYD Sealion 7, BMW iX1, Hyundai Ioniq5, Kia EV6, and others. However, there are other models in the Indian market from homegrown manufacturers who offer similar specs like Mahindra BE6, XEV 9e, and Tata Harrier.ev. Here's how it fares against such models.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla will introduce the rear wheel drive variant of the Model Y in the Indian market. It comes with the option of both a 60 kWh and a larger 75 kWh battery pack. The RWD variant features a single electric motor, producing around 295 hp and 420 Nm of peak torque. Also, the 60 kWh battery claims to deliver a WLTP range of 500 km on a single charge, while the long range variant claims 622 km. It is to be noted that the international market gets an AWD version with a 75 kWh battery pack, which has not been launched in India. The car can go from 0-100 kmph in 5.6 seconds, and the top speed is 201 kmph.
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| Model | Battery Pack | Drivetrain | Power | Torque | Claimed Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tata Harrier EV | 65 kWh | RWD | 238 hp | 315 Nm | 538 km (MIDC) |
| 75 kWh | RWD | 238 hp | 315 Nm | 627 km (MIDC) | |
| 75 kWh | AWD | 396 hp | 504 Nm | 622 km (MIDC) | |
| Mahindra BE 6e | 59 kWh | RWD | 228 hp | 380 Nm | 535 km |
| 79 kWh | RWD | 282 hp | 380 Nm | 682 km | |
| Mahindra XEV 9e | 59 kWh | RWD | 228 hp | 380 Nm | 542 km |
| 79 kWh | RWD | 282 hp | 380 Nm | 656 km | |
| Tesla Model Y RWD | 60 kWh | RWD | 295 hp | 420 Nm | 500 km (WLTP) |
| 75 kWh | RWD | 295 hp | 420 Nm | 622 km (WLTP) |
Mahindra XEV 9e
The Mahindra XEV 9e is an SUV-coupe that starts at an ex-showroom price of Rs 21.90 lakh. It ranks among the most feature-rich vehicles from the Indian manufacturer and is also one of the brand's first born electric models. The Mahindra XEV 9e is equipped with a 79 kWh battery pack, which provides an ARAI-certified range of 659 km and can achieve a real-world range of over 500 km. Additionally, there is a 59 kWh battery pack option available that delivers a range of 542 km.
Mahindra BE 6
The Mahindra BE 6 is another born electric vehicle launched by the brand. It features two battery pack options: a 59 kWh pack and a 79 kWh pack. The vehicle comes with a rear-wheel-drive setup. The 59 kWh battery offers a maximum range of 557 km, while the 79 kWh battery can reach a range of up to 638 km. This model is available at a starting ex-showroom price of Rs 18.90 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Harrier.ev
The Tata Harrier.ev has been introduced in the Indian market, with an ex-showroom starting price of Rs 21.49 lakh (ex-showroom). This SUV offers two options for battery packs: 65 kWh and 75 kWh. The larger battery pack provides a claimed range of 627 km. The manufacturer asserts that with a 120 kW DC fast charger, the electric vehicle can deliver a range of up to 250 km after just 15 minutes of charging and can charge from 20 to 80 percent in 25 minutes.