See you at the charging station, Anand Mahindra said on Tesla's entry; Know which Mahindra car will compete with

Tesla opened its first showroom in India at BKC in Mumbai, where the Model Y SUV launched at Rs 59.89 lakh. Welcoming Elon Musk, Anand Mahindra said, "Competition will bring innovation." The showroom showcases Tesla's technology.

Elon Musk Anand Mahindra: Tesla has finally opened its first showroom in India. The Tesla Experience Center has been launched at Maker Maxity Mall in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Mumbai. On this occasion, Anand Mahindra welcomed Elon Musk and Tesla on Twitter and also shared an old memory. He said that the future of electric vehicles in India is bright and competition will promote innovation. With Tesla's entry in India, it will face tough competition from other brands including Mahindra already present in this segment.

Anand Mahindra's message to Elon Musk

Anand Mahindra wrote on X, "Welcome to India, Elon Musk and Tesla. One of the world's largest electric vehicle markets just got more exciting." He further added, "Competition drives innovation and there's a lot more to come. See you at the charging station." Mahindra also shared an 8-year-old tweet in which he had invited Musk to visit India.

Welcome to India, @elonmusk and @Tesla.

One of the world’s largest EV opportunities just got more exciting.

Competition drives innovation, and there’s plenty of road ahead.

Looking forward to seeing you at the charging station. pic.twitter.com/7Uh2ziV0fp

— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) July 15, 2025

Tesla Model Y Price and Features

Tesla has launched its premium SUV Model Y in India. Its price starts at Rs 59.89 lakh. The rear-wheel drive variant is priced at Rs 59.89 lakh, while the long range variant will be available for Rs 67.89 lakh. This car is known for high-tech technology and long range, which can be an attractive option for Indian customers.

Tesla and Mahindra clash

The Tesla Model Y (Rs 59.89 lakh) and Mahindra XUV400 EV (from 15.99 lakh) represent their companies in India's electric vehicle market. The Model Y targets premium buyers with luxury, long range (455 km) and high-tech features (autopilot, 15-inch touchscreen),

While Mahindra's XUV400 EV brings affordability for the middle class, adequate range (375 km) and features suitable for Indian roads (sunroof, 10.25-inch infotainment). The Model Y wins in performance (0-100 kmph 6.9s), but the XUV400 EV is better suited to India's charging infrastructure.

Tesla Model Y Mahindra XUV400 EV Specialty

price	₹59.89 lakh (approx)	From ₹ 15.99 lakh
Target Customer	Premium/Luxury buyers	Middle class/budget-friendly customers
Range (single charge)	455 km	375 km
Acceleration (0-100 kmph)	6.9 seconds	~8.3 seconds (approx.)
Features	Autopilot, 15-inch touchscreen, full self-drive, premium interior	Sunroof, 10.25-inch infotainment, Bluetooth connectivity
Charging Support	Supercharger Network (limited in India)	Compatible with India's AC/DC charging network
Build and Design	Global Safety Standards, Premium Looks	Designed as per Indian roads
Suitability (for India)	Limited charging network, luxury segment	Better charging efficiency, cost-effective

First Tesla Experience Center opens in Mumbai

Tesla's first showroom has been opened in Mumbai's BKC. It has been named "Tesla Experience Center", where people can see the company's technology and products closely. The design of the showroom is simple and clean, in which visuals inspired by Indian culture are also visible. The lead architect of this project was Neeta Sharda.

Electric market gets new momentum

Tesla's arrival in India is expected to increase competition in the electric vehicle sector. Industrialists like Anand Mahindra have called it a positive step. The Indian government is also promoting electric vehicles, so the arrival of companies like Tesla will provide new options and technology in the market. This will benefit the customers and will also help the environment.

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