Key Points

Tesla is set to open its first Supercharging station in Mumbai next week, marking its expansion in India. The station will feature high-speed 250 kW chargers priced at Rs 24 per kWh. This is the first of eight planned Supercharging sites, enhancing cross-country EV travel. Tesla also offers a free home wall connector with every new Model Y purchase.

Key Points: Tesla Opens First Supercharging Station in Mumbai Next Week

  • Tesla’s Mumbai station includes four V4 Superchargers and four AC chargers
  • Superchargers priced at Rs 24/kWh, destination chargers at Rs 14/kWh
  • First of eight planned Supercharging sites across India
  • Free wall connector included with every new Tesla purchase
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Tesla to open 1st charging station in India next week

Tesla launches its first Indian Supercharging station in Mumbai, offering 250 kW fast charging at Rs 24/kWh, with more stations planned nationwide.

Tesla to open 1st charging station in India next week
"Model Y can add up to 267 kilometres of range in just 15 minutes with Tesla Superchargers – Tesla"

Mumbai, Aug 1

US-based electric car maker Tesla will open its first charging station in India next week in Mumbai, the company announced on Friday.

The station will have four V4 Supercharging stalls for DC charging and four destination charging stalls for AC charging.

The Superchargers will offer a peak charging speed of 250 kW, priced at Rs 24 per kWh, while the destination chargers will provide 11 kW at Rs 14 per kWh.

"This will be the first of the eight Supercharging sites that were announced during the launch in Mumbai, with more planned across the country, to provide the optimal cross-country experience," the company added.

Tesla said this will be the first of eight Supercharging sites announced during its Mumbai launch last month, with more planned across the country to make cross-country travel convenient for Tesla owners.

The company had entered the Indian market in July with the launch of its Model Y, priced from Rs 59.89 lakh, along with its first experience centre at Maker Maxity Commercial Complex in Bandra Kurla Complex in Mumbai.

The BKC facility offers both fast-charging and regular options, catering to the needs of different EV users.

According to Tesla, the Model Y can gain up to 267 kilometres of range in just 15 minutes using its Superchargers -- enough for five round trips between Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and the Gateway of India.

"Model Y can add up to 267 kilometres of range in just 15 minutes with Tesla Superchargers, enough for 5 return trips between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai and Gateway of India,” the US-based carmaker said.

As part of its customer offer, Tesla will also provide a free wall connector with every new car purchase, which will be installed at the buyer’s residence.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great initiative but who can afford a 60 lakh car in India? Tesla should introduce more affordable models if they really want to make an impact in our market.
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Rohit P
The charging speed is impressive! 267km in 15 mins is game-changing. But we need better electricity infrastructure across highways to support cross-country travel.
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Sarah B
As an expat in Mumbai, this is exciting news! The free wall connector offer is a nice touch. Hope they maintain the charging stations better than other EV companies here.
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Vikram M
Good start but Tesla should collaborate with Indian manufacturers to localize production. The current pricing is out of reach for 99% of Indians. Make in India should be the focus!
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Kavya N
The BKC location is perfect! Hope they consider Pune and Bengaluru next. The charging network expansion can't come soon enough for us EV enthusiasts. 🤞
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Michael C
While I appreciate Tesla's entry, I'm concerned about the premium pricing strategy. Indian consumers are price-sensitive - they need to adapt their business model accordingly.

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