Have Tesla Cybertruck been announced in India?

Tesla Cybertruck has been a talk of the town for quite some time now, and here are details of  when Tesla expected to launch Cybertruck in India. 

Tesla Cybertruck

When Will The Cybertruck Launch In India?

The Tesla Cybertruck is expected to launch in India in December 2023. The Tesla Cybertruck will rival X3, 3 Series and XF. Expect prices to start from 50.70 Lakh.

The Tesla Cybertruck is coming to India

We expect the Tesla Cybertruck to have at least 250 kW/350 horsepower. The SUV will be sold via the TMC dealerships and will be positioned at the premium end of the SUV segment.

Tesla Cybertruck's expected launch date in India

Tesla is likely to start production of the Cybertruck in Fremont in California in June 2020. The truck will reportedly weigh in around the 9,000 kg mark with a load capacity of around 12 tonnes and a top speed of 120 kmph.

Tesla Cybertruck vs. other SUVs in India

• Hyundai Creta – A while ago, the Hyundai Creta got a petrol engine. If launched then, the Cybertruck will have to do battle with the Hyundai Creta too. 

• Mahindra Scorpio – Mahindra Scorpio is powered by a diesel engine. Will the Cybertruck get it? Not before 2020. 

• Nissan Kicks – Nissan Kicks was launched in India in 2017. The Cybertruck will make its entry in India towards 2020-2021 time frame. 

• Jeep Compass – The Jeep Compass is yet to launch in India and will go head-to-head with the Hyundai Creta and the Mahindra Scorpio. It has been more than a year since the Tesla Cybertruck was first revealed. The details on this wilder version of the Tesla will only be shared closer to its launch. Stay tuned!

Prices of Tesla Cybertruck in India

*Price is approximate and projected The Tesla Cybertruck will be competing with the likes of Mercedes GLS, Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7. Tesla Cybertruck in India could come as a ‘Roadster’ or it could come in both variants. The Tesla Cybertruck is expected to have two engine variants- the 1500 hp (1350 kW) and 2200 hp (2200 kW) variants. The 2200 hp variant will be more powerful than the Audi Q7, Porsche Cayenne and BMW X5, and will be on par with a Ford Explorer, Lincoln Navigator and F-150 Raptor. Tesla Cybertruck Range The Tesla Cybertruck is expected to have a range of 450-600 km on a single charge.

Conclusion

Tesla has a huge R&D budget and that alone can be a reason for taking more time before unveiling the Cybertruck in India. With the government trying to implement high emission cars by 2019, companies like Tesla will face difficulties. After India relaxed some emission norms last year, we expect some of the company’s electric car models to become accessible in the country. If Tesla launches the Cybertruck, we expect the price to be around Rs 700-1,000 lakh. While these prices sound high, the Cybertruck can be a game changer in India’s transport system. What do you think of the Cybertruck? Share your views via the comments section.