Tesla is bringing its best-selling models first among the company’s seven vehicle models: Model 3 and Model Y.

MANILA, Philippines – Elon Musk’s electric vehicle (EV) company Tesla is now in the Philippines, opening its fourth showroom in Southeast Asia and 12th showroom in Asia Pacific.

The official exhibit hall, called the Tesla Experience Center, is located along Uptown Parade in Bonifacio Global City. The cars will also be on display in the Uptown Mall atrium through Friday, November 15.

“Tesla is committed and excited to help ensure a zero-emission and greener future for the Philippines,” the company said in a statement on Friday, November 8.

“As part of Tesla’s commitment to the Philippines, the company will continue to enhance its experience center, service and support, and charging infrastructure in the country, aiming to deliver a seamless Tesla ownership experience,” he added.

Among the company’s seven vehicle models, Tesla is bringing its best-selling models first – the Model 3 and Model Y – with a starting price of P2,109 million and P2,369 million respectively. Cars will be exempt from the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority’s number coding program.

Tesla said the first orders from the Philippines will arrive in early 2025.

Price details

The Tesla Model 3 is said to be the “world’s best-selling electric sedan.” The company claims that the car can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour (km/h) in 3.1 seconds and that the car can run up to 629 kilometers per charge (WLTP).

Meanwhile, the Model Y can fit up to five passengers with the necessary storage space. The SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 7 seconds. It can also run up to 629 kilometers of range (WLTP) on a single charge.

Tesla said the Model Y needs about 250 kilowatts to reach “peak efficiency.” However, cars have fast charging times; Model Y needs only 5 minutes, especially at a Supercharger station, to complete the 120 kilometer distance.

The company will charge a £15,000 order fee and a further £12,000 for delivery and administrative costs. Meanwhile, those who want to make monthly installments will need to make a 20% deposit and interest will also be charged.

Both vehicle models can be customized according to every need, from exterior appearance to interior design and even features, through the Tesla Design Studio.

superchargers

Uptown Mall will house the first four Superchargers in the second-floor basement.

As Tesla hopes to capture the Philippine market, the company said it plans to open multiple charging stations in “popular destinations.”

Charging will cost future Tesla owners £19 per kilowatt-hour. A fully charged Tesla car will set them back £1,140.

The Philippines is Tesla’s fourth location in Southeast Asia. Other stores are in Malaysia, Thailand and the first SEA location, Singapore.

Tesla also has official showrooms in Australia, mainland China, Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, New Zealand, South Korea and Taiwan.

Interest in electric vehicles is increasing in the Philippines. According to a Philippine Daily Inquirer reportsElectric vehicle sales have already reached 9,775 units in the January-July 2024 period. In 2023, EV sales reached 10,602 units.

However, despite the increase in electric vehicle sales, the Chamber of Automotive Manufacturers of the Philippines Inc. noted: EVs accounted for just 4% of total auto sales this year. – Rappler.com