Tesla is installing its V4 Superchargers in both Mumbai and Delhi NCR. This network is the first deployment of these units in India. The plan coincides with the company’s local market entry via the Model Y SUV. The Model Y is currently open for booking in Mumbai, Delhi, and Gurgaon. The V4 Supercharger roll-out began shortly before the arrival of vehicles intended for Indian roads.
V4 Superchargers & Technical Details
Tesla’s V4 Superchargers can deliver a peak power of 500 KW using a 1000V system. Each charging stall can theoretically supply up to 600 KW. These units include a 3-metre liquid-cooled cable, support temperatures for all Indian conditions, and allow charging at currents between 5 and 1000 A. A Model Y can recover up to 267 KM of driving range in 15 minutes at one of these chargers.
The Supercharger uses the CCS Type 2 plug standard in India. This is compatible with many Indian EVs. Superchargers in India are designed to charge not only Tesla cars but also other brands, though non-Tesla vehicles will incur higher rates without an annual subscription. In international markets, this subscription is priced around Rs 12,500, but Indian pricing details have yet to be published.
Charging Station Locations & Roll-Out
Mumbai will receive four V4 Supercharger stations, located at Lower Parel, Bandra Kurla Complex, Navi Mumbai, and Thane. Delhi NCR will see its stations at Aerocity, Saket, Gurugram, and Noida. These cities collectively form the initial nodes in Tesla’s Indian infrastructure, supporting the American EV giant’s entry into the local EV market.
In addition to Superchargers, Tesla is also deploying destination chargers in various malls and hotels throughout Mumbai and Delhi NCR. These are intended for longer-duration charging and replicate the convenience of charging at home. Service centre bases for both cities are also planned.
Performance & Reliability
Tesla’s global Supercharger network claims an uptime of 99.95%. Infrastructure reliability targets for India match these international benchmarks. Maintaining these statistics may face local power and logistics challenges. The company is pursuing public and private partnerships to expand its network consistent with its usual approach in overseas markets.
Plans are also in place to expand the charging network along highways and frequent travel routes outside Mumbai and Delhi NCR. The roll-out strategy includes highway-side installations to facilitate long-distance journeys for new Model Y owners and other EVs. As of launch, charger installation at commercial and public spaces is open for partnership proposals.
Conclusion
The company opened its first showroom at Maker Maxity Mall in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex. The Model Y starts at an ex-showroom price of Rs 59.89 Lakh in Mumbai, with the long-range Rear-Wheel-Drive at Rs 67.89 Lakh. In Delhi, the Model Y Rear-Wheel-Drive costs Rs 61.06 Lakh, while the long-range variant is Rs 69.14 Lakh. Prices vary between cities and reflect local taxes and fees.
Non-Tesla EVs will have access to the Superchargers but at a different rate, subject to subscription status. The presence of these Superchargers signals the groundwork for more advanced charging options across urban and highway networks, pending sales and operational stability. Tesla is actively seeking more real estate to expand the charging grid as sales and service operations scale in India.
