Tesla Model 3 and Model Y Spotted Without Camouflage as India Launch Approaches
Tesla is gearing up for its entry into the Indian market, with recent sightings of the Model 3 and Model Y without camouflage. The electric vehicle manufacturer has been preparing for its launch by acquiring land, scouting for talent, and submitting homologation applications for the Model 3 and Model Y variants in India.
The Model Y is expected to be the first model to be introduced in India due to its suitability for the country’s roads. It features enhanced ground clearance and advanced safety technologies, making it a preferred choice for the Indian market. The Model Y has recently undergone a major redesign, which includes new lighting features, enhanced ambient lighting, ventilated seats, a new touchscreen interface, and a soft-touch finish. The suspension has been retuned for better performance, and the steering has been made more responsive.
In the global market, the Model Y is available in a single configuration with an all-wheel drive system and a long-range battery pack, offering an EPA-rated range of 526 kilometers and a top speed of 200 kilometers per hour. It can accelerate from 0 to 96 kilometers per hour in 4.6 seconds. Additional features include power-adjustable seats with heating and ventilation, a 15-speaker sound system with one subwoofer, a hands-free trunk, and eight cameras. The vehicle is also equipped with active safety technologies such as Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, and Lane Departure Avoidance.
The Model Y is available in six color options: Stealth Grey, Pearl White, Deep Blue Metallic, Diamond Black, Ultra Red, and Quicksilver. The interior offers two theme options: Black and White or an all-black theme. The exact color options for India have not been announced.
Tesla is also testing the Juniper version of the Model Y, which is the facelifted version recently launched in the global market. The first dealership is expected to be inaugurated in Mumbai, marking Tesla’s official entry into the Indian market.
