After years of anticipation, Tesla has officially entered the Indian market with the launch of its globally successful electric SUV, the Tesla Model Y. Starting at a price of ₹59.89 lakh (ex-showroom), the Model Y is now available for pre-order via Tesla’s newly inaugurated showroom in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC).

Pre-Bookings start at ₹22,220 with ₹3 lakh due 7 days after booking. The deliveries are expected to start from Q3 2025.

With a starting price of ₹59.89 lakh, it's a strong competitor to Hyundai Ioniq 5, which starts from ₹46.05 lakh. Let’s see how they compare across various specs.

Model Y
Model Y

Pricing & Availability

Tesla Model Y

  • Rear‑wheel-drive version priced at ₹59.89 lakh (ex-showroom). Rear‑wheel-drive Long‑Range version priced at ₹67.89 lakh (ex-showroom), with deliveries from Q3 2025.
  • Being imported from China (Shanghai) and subject to high import duties (up to 100%).

Hyundai Ioniq 5

  • Hyundai Ioniq 5 rear-wheel-drive (RWD) starts at ₹46.05 lakh (ex-showroom).
  • Assembled in India at the Hyundai Motor India’s manufacturing plant near Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Battery & Range

Tesla Model Y

  • Battery Pack: 62 kWh & 84 kWh
  • Range: 622 km

Hyundai Ioniq 5

  • Battery Pack: 72.6 kWh
  • Range: 631 km

Tesla claims a WLTP real-world range of 622 km. Hyundai’s range is similar at 631 km.

2025 hyundai ioniq 5
2025 hyundai ioniq 5

Performance & Power

  • Model Y (RWD Long‑Range): Tesla hasn’t released full specs for the motor; 0–100 km/h in 5.6 s.
  • Hyundai Ioniq 5: Single Motor, 217 PS and 350 Nm torque; 0–100 km/h in 7.6 seconds.

Tesla’s RWD model (long range) is faster than Hyundai in terms of acceleration, but Tesla might underperform with the motor power, though nothing can be said for certain since the final specs for India are pending.

Interior & Features

Tesla Model Y

  • Minimalist design with a single 15.4” inch central screen, optional 8” rear screen, ambient lighting, acoustic glass, panoramic sunroof.
  • Tech perks like Dog Mode, Sentry Mode, Arcade, OTA updates, Autopilot or Full Self Driving (FSD).

Hyundai Ioniq 5

  • Two 12.3-inch screens for the instrument cluster and infotainment system with navigation, ventilated front seats, power seats, climate control, an eight-speaker Bose premium sound system, ambient sounds of nature, and a vehicle-to-load (V2L) function.
  • Level 2 ADAS, electric parking brakes, multi-collision-avoidance brakes, six airbags, a virtual engine sound system, and a power child lock.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y

Charging & Infrastructure

Tesla Model Y

  • Tesla Home Charger; adds 267 km in just 15 minutes, though final details are unknown.

Hyundai Ioniq 5

  • AC charging at 11 kW in 7 hours; DC fast charge (10–80%) in 18 min.

Hyundai offers a crazy charging time, clearly beating Tesla in this segment.

Local Fit & Suitability

Tesla Model Y

  • Right-hand-drive variant not yet confirmed.
  • There have been past concerns about Tesla’s ground clearance on Indian roads.
  • High import duty makes entry price very steep; intended as luxury purchase.

Hyundai Ioniq 5

  • The Hyundai Ioniq 5 performs well in India, offering a blend of sporty performance, a comfortable interior, and decent real-world range.
2025 hyundai ioniq 5 rear
2025 hyundai ioniq 5 rear

Final Verdict

  • Premium Luxury with Performance: The Hyundai Ioniq 5 generally performs well in India, offering a good balance of range, performance, and features for its price point.
  • Tech prestige & ecosystem: Tesla Model Y provides brand status, OTA updates, future Supercharger access, and FSD potential, but at a significantly higher cost.

While it may be priced higher than some competitors, Hyundai Ioniq 5 has the distinctive looks and overall quality that often justify the cost. But if you want the Tesla experience and are ready to pay a premium, Model Y will deliver that, assuming you're fine waiting for local infrastructure and specs.