In a critical development indicating Tesla’s serious foray into the Indian electric vehicle (EV) market, the American EV leader has procured a 33,475 sq ft space in Orchid Business Park on Gurugram’s Sohna Road, earmarked for its first official service, support, delivery, and retail hub in India’s Delhi-NCR region. This confirms the EV giant’s strategic expansion beyond its debut operations and marks a significant phase in its India ambitions.
According to lease documents reviewed by CRE Matrix, Tesla India Motors and Energy Pvt. Ltd. signed the nine-year lease agreement on July 28, 2025, with the lease becoming effective from July 15 2025. The property spans a sizable ground-floor usable area of 33,475 sq ft (with a super-built-up area of approximately 50,914 sq ft)Business Standard+1Hindustan Timesmint.
The leasing terms are notable: a monthly rent of ₹40.17 lakh (equivalent to ₹120 per sq ft), with an annual escalation of 4.75%, and a three-year lock-in period. Tesla has deposited ₹2.41 crore as a security deposit and paid stamp duty of ₹20.69 lakhBusiness Standard+1MoneycontrolHindustan Timescrematrix.com. The premises also include 51 dedicated parking slotsThe Indian ExpressBusiness Standard.
Strategic Significance of the Gurugram Move
Sohna Road, Gurugram, is widely regarded as the automotive servicing capital of NCR, hosting a cluster of luxury car showrooms and service centers. Tesla’s presence here places it amidst a premium milieu, facilitating access to skilled service personnel and affluent early adoptersHindustan TimesmintgeosquareIndianweb2. CRE Matrix’s CEO, Abhishek Kiran Gupta, pointed out that Tesla is paying nearly 6% above prevailing market rents for comparable large-scale spaces, underlining its commitment to strategically premium locationsHindustan Timesmintgeosquare.
Context in Tesla’s India Rollout
This lease complements Tesla’s initial India presence. Earlier in July 2025, the company launched its first Indian showroom—a 4,003 sq ft outlet at Maker Maxity Mall in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)—introducing the Model Y EV to Indian buyersThe Economic Times. Additionally, Tesla has leased warehousing space in Mumbai’s Kurla (West), securing backend logistics for service and delivery operationscrematrix.commint.
Further amplifying its Northern India footprint, Tesla is planning to open another retail space at Worldmark 3 in Aerocity, New Delhi on August 11, 2025The Economic Timescrematrix.com.
Implications for India’s EV Landscape
Tesla’s real estate expansion—from Mumbai to Gurugram and Delhi—signals its long-term commitment to India’s electric mobility future. By building integrated hubs that bring service, delivery, and showrooms under one roof, Tesla is laying the foundation for a seamless customer experience—a model that has worked globally.
This also aligns with broader national objectives to accelerate EV adoption, supported by government incentives, charging infrastructure development, and favorable policy frameworks. In this accelerating market, Tesla’s presence could catalyze further investments from OEMs and infrastructure players, boosting competition and possibly benefiting Indian consumers through advanced technology and improved service standards.
The Gurugram facility, in particular, positions Tesla to tap into the affluent NCR market, growth corridors, and heightened demand for premium EV ownership, while ensuring robust support infrastructure.
Conclusion
Tesla’s lease of a premium Gurugram facility marks a pivotal moment in its Indian narrative. It cements the company’s commitment to creating a localized ecosystem—from sales to service—while blending global brand standards with strategic real estate choices. As EV adoption accelerates in India, Tesla’s bold footprint expansion could make it a defining player in shaping the country’s mobility future.
