Top 10 Electric Cars in India

The future of E-vehicles is no more a dream. With national and international level initiatives to replace petrol diesel-based vehicles with electric vehicles, global companies are digging deep for making electric vehicles a viable solution. The International Energy Agency suggested that by 2025, there will be an expected 70 million electric vehicles on the roads. Countries are the globe are turning to manufacture electric vehicles seeing the potential profit and demand of the electric vehicles market around the globe. China is encouraging tax breaks, research grants for e-mobility, while countries such as the UK, Norway, France, and India aim at taking e-mobility at big scales, expressing their desire to phase out diesel and petrol engines in the next few decades.

Indi has a lot to for adopting the futuristic electric vehicles around the country. Talk about the economic side, electric vehicles will save India 60 billion dollars by 2030 in terms of oil imports as for now India exports 82% of oil to meet the oil demand. Using an electric vehicle will cost the owner 1.2 rupees per km helping save approximately 22000 rupees per 5000 km. Based on a reported decrease of 73% since 2010 in the prices of batteries, electric vehicles are expected soon to be as cheap as fuel-driven vehicles.

So, if you are also looking to buy an electric vehicle, this article is for you. We have covered every aspect to buy a brand new electric car in India to help you save time. Although India is just getting a taste of electric cars, there are new electric cars to be launched in India soon. That also includes the electric cars from renowned Tesla.

Top 10 Electric Vehicles in India 2021

1)   Jaguar I-Pace

Jaguar has launched the Jaguar I-Pace at a starting price of 1.06 crores. The Jaguar I-Pace comes in three variants that are I-Pace S, I-Pace SE, and I-Pace HSE. This electric vehicle comes in 12 different colors, so you have a full choice to choose whatever color you like.

It is a fully electric SUV driven by a twin-motor setup that generates power from a 90kWh battery pack. As claimed by the company, it can go 0-100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds and has a range of 470kms. The Jaguar I-Pace charging speed is 80% in only 40 minutes by a 100kW fast charger.

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2)   Mercedes-Benz EQC

Mercedes-Benz EQC is a five-seat electric SUV based on the heavily modified version of the GLC. In terms of measurements. Mercedes electric vehicles in India are being sold at a price tag of 1.04 crores to 1.06 crores. It only comes in one variant that is 400 4MATIC. Similar to Jaguar, Mercedes also has a dual motor setup but it has an 80 kWh lithium-ion battery that produces 402 bhp maximum power.

The Mercedes-Benz EQC is expected to get a dual-motor setup. This includes one motor on the front axle and one on the rear. It is believed that an 80kWh lithium-ion battery powers the electric motor to produce 402bhp and 765Nm of torque. The production model will get a quick charging option and offer a driving range of 400kms. The seating capacity of Mercedes EQC is 5 and is an all-electric SUV with a mileage range of 450kms. The battery pack supports fast charging and saws up by 50KWh fast charger from 10-100% in 90 minutes. It can sprint 0-100 kmph in 5.1 seconds and can reach a high speed of 180kmph electronically.

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3)   MG ZS EV

MG ZS EV comes 3^rd in the list of top 10 electric vehicles in India in 2021. The price of this electric vehicle is between 21 lacs to 26 lacs and is introduced in two variants; Excite and Exclusive. MG ZS is a 5 seater layout SUV with 6 airbags, brake assist, electronic stability control ESC, and ABS EBD. It is powered by a 44.5kWh lithium-ion battery that produces a power of 140.8 bhp. The range of the electric SUV is 419-425 km and can go 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The MG ZS EV is equipped with a voice command system named iSmart. This technology allows you to input up to 35 voice commands. Some of these are sunroof opening (Khul JA Sim Sim Sim), radio activation (FM Chalao), and AC temperature control adjustment (Temperature Kum Kardo).

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4)   Hyundai Kona Electric

Hyundai Kona electric vehicle comes 4^th in the list of top 10 electric vehicles in India. The price range of Hyundai Kona is between 24 to 25 lacs. This electric vehicle has a 5 passenger capacity with an SUV-type body. Kona is equipped with a 39.2 kWh battery pack with an electric motor that generates 136PS and 395Nm output. The proven sprint of Hyundai electric vehicle is 0-100km/h in 9.7 seconds only. With this electric vehicle comes a 50kW fast charger that can charge the battery from 0-80% in 57 minutes only. On the other hand, a 7.2kW AC charger takes 6 to 10 minutes only. It is a single-speed transmission and has various driving modes like Eco, Eco+, sports, and comfort.

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5)   Tata Nexon EV

Tata Nexon electric vehicle in India comes in three variants; XM, XZ+, and XZ+ Lux. This electric vehicle from Tata is available in three colors that are teal blue, moonlight silver, and glacier white. The health monitoring system equipped by this SUV helps in monitoring the vehicle health alerts, diagnostics, and Over-The-Air updates. The price range of this Indian electric vehicle is between 14 lacs to 17 lacs. The seating capacity of this SUV is 5 and it has several appealing features like auto AC, auto headlamps, sunroof, etc. It is powered by a 30.2kWh battery and has a claimed range of 312km. The battery can be charged from 0% to 80% in just 60 minutes of fast charging. It also comes with a home wall charger that charges the battery from 20% to 80% in 8 hours.

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6)   Mahindra E-Varito

Mahindra E-Varito is an electric sedan launched in three variants D2, D4, and D6. This electric car has a 5 seater layout and a price range of 9.5 to 10 lacs. With a top speed of only 86km/h and a range of 110km, this electric car is powered by a 41bhp 72V electric motor that takes 8 hours to fully charge. On the other hand, its top variant is equipped with a fast charger that can charge the batteries in 45 to 60 minutes.

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7)   Tata Tigor EV

Tata Tigor electric vehicle is at 7^th place in the list of top 10 electric vehicles in India. Tata Tigor comes in three variants that are XE+, XM+, and XT+. These electric vehicles come in three colors that are Egyptian Blue, Roman Silver, and Pearlescent White. The price range for commercial buyers is low as compared to private buyers due to government subsidies. Commercial buyers can buy the car in a price range of 9.3 to 9.4 lacs while private buyers can purchase this electric car in a price range of 12.5 to 13.5 lacs. It is equipped with a 21.5kWh powertrain that generates a 72V 3 phase induction motor. The features of this electric car include a 5-inch touchscreen, navigation system, eight speakers, rear parking assist, etc.

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8)   Strom Motors R3

In the list of top 10 electric cars in India, Strom Motors R3 comes at 8^th place. It is the only electric car in India which is available in 2 seaters only. The price range of this electric car is 4.5 to 4.7 lacs. The claimed range of Strom Motors R3 is 200km. It is powered by a 12kWh motor and 48V electric system. The features of this electric car include keyless entry, voice and gesture command, climate control, navigation power windows.

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9)   Mahindra E2O Plus

With starting price of around 4.5 lacs, Mahindra E2O plus ranks 9^th in the list of top 10 electric cars in India. The eco-friendly car is modern in style and four-door on the outside, inside it is equipped with a touch screen infotainment, smartphone integration, navigation, and climate control from the existing version. Mahindra Electric (part of the Mahindra Group) has provided Virtual Reality (VR) devices at selected dealership outlets to showcase key characteristics of its car, to enhance the driving experience of its e2o Plus electric car.

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10)    Tesla Model X (Upcoming Electric Vehicle)

Tesla Model X is expected to be launched in India in late 2021. I will be available in three variants; 75D, 100D, and P100D. The price range of this electric sedan can start from 60 lacs and onwards. It will offer 3 electric powertrain modes that will be Standard plus, long-range and performance mode. The claimed range of this electric sedan is 423km on just a single charge. The performance and long-range variant is powered by a dual-motor set up and has a claimed range of 568-507 km. Tesla offers a 15-inch touchscreen infotainment system, two wireless charging ports, and a 12-way adjustable driving seat.

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Other Specifications and Features will be available and updated once the Tesla Model X is launched in India.