Every electric car currently on sale in India

Although electric car sales don’t contribute all that much to total passenger car sales in India, EVs have made in-roads. When the eVerito arrived on the scene in June 2016, the only other electric car available was the e2o. Four years on, there are now five all-electric cars on sale and there are quite a few premium and mass market EVs coming to India in the near future. On the first-ever World EV Day, we take a quick look at all five electric cars you can buy in the country, today.

Mahindra eVerito

The oldest EV isstill on sale in India today, the Mahindra eVerito is the all-electric version of the now-discontinued Verito sedan. Available in two variants – D2 and D6 – the eVerito has an 18.55kWh battery pack that has an ARAI-rated 140km of range; real-world range, which is usually lower than the ARAI figure, has been a complaint. The weak electric motor also means the eVerito is slow, and struggles to keep up with city traffic. Mahindra’s all-electric sedan is only suitable for short commutes and is expensive for what it is, though the practical, if aging, cabin is a plus point.

Mahindra eVerito fact file

Battery capacity	18.55kWh
Power	42hp
Torque	91Nm
Range (ARAI)	140km
Charging time (AC 0-100%/DC fast charging 0-80%)	11.5 hours/90min (claimed)
Price (ex-showroom, Delhi)	Rs 9.12-9.46 lakh
Autocar India rating	5/10

Tata Tigor EV

The first all-electric Tata, the Tigor EV, was only available for commercial buyers when it first launched in June 2019. Due to its small 16.2kWh battery and 142km ARAI-rating, the Tata Tigor EV didn’t really alleviate range anxiety associated with all-electric cars. Driving Tata’s electric sedan in traffic is no hassle but it runs out of steam above 50kph; our Tigor EV review showed it took 18.84sec to hit 80kph. In October 2019, Tata introduced an upgraded Tigor EV in three variants and with a larger, 21.5kWh battery pack, which gave it 213km of range on a single charge. The brand also opened order books for individual buyers.

Tata Tigor EV fact file

Battery capacity	21.5kWh
Power	41hp
Torque	105Nm
Range (ARAI)	213km
Charging time (AC 0-100%/DC fast charging 0-80%)	11.5 hours/120min (claimed)
Price (ex-showroom, Delhi)	Rs 12.77-13.09 lakh
Autocar India rating	6/10

Tata Nexon EV

Tata Motors’ second electric car is quite an upgrade from its first. The Tata Nexon EV has modern tech - like a connectivity suite and a number of goodies, such as a sunroof, and feels like the first electric car from the company that could serve as an alternative to a petrol car. Expect the 30.2kWh battery to last 180-220km in the real world; our review of the electric Tata compact SUV showed it is quick off the line, effortless and decently fun-to-drive too. Nexon EV prices start Rs 2.64 lakh higher than the top-spec Nexon XZA+ DT (O) petrol-automatic and end Rs 4.64 lakh higher, which is a significant premium.

Tata Nexon EV fact file

Battery capacity	30.2kWh
Power	129hp
Torque	245Nm
Range (ARAI)	312km
Charging time (AC 10-90%/DC fast charging 0-80%)	8.5 hours/60min (claimed)
Price (ex-showroom, India)	Rs 13.99-15.99 lakh
Autocar India rating	8/10

MG ZS EV

The MG ZS EV is a direct rival to the Hyundai Kona Electric. It boasts of a longer real-world range from its 44.5kWh battery pack (as our comparison between the ZS EV and Kona Electric showcased), more cabin space and a long list of equipment; there are some features that are missing from a car in this class though. ZS EV prices also undercut Hyundai’s EV by a small margin. However, a standard 5-year warranty pack, helps the all-electric MG SUV’s case.

MG ZS EV fact file

Battery capacity	44.5kWh
Power	143hp
Torque	353Nm
Range (ARAI)	340km
Charging time (AC 0-100%/DC fast charging 0-80%)	16-18 hours/50min (claimed)
Price (ex-showroom, India)	Rs 20.88-23.58 lakh
Autocar India rating	8/10

Hyundai Kona Electric

The Hyundai Kona Electric was introduced in July 2019 as a CKD to showcase the Korean brand’s technology in the EV arena. We found out in our Kona Electric road test that it was a peppy performer, a typically well-kitted Hyundai, and that it could go a decent distance on a single charge. However, its interiors are bland and aren’t all that spacious either. Hyundai’s variable ‘Wonder Warranty’ pack was recently made available on the electric SUV. The Kona Electric was in the news earlier this month as an order for 100 units to be supplied to EESL was announced.

Hyundai Kona Electric fact file

Battery capacity	39.2kWh
Power	136hp
Torque	395Nm
Range (ARAI)	452km
Charging time (AC 0-100%/DC fast charging 0-80%)	19 hours/Under 60min (claimed)
Price (ex-showroom, India)	Rs 23.76-23.95 lakh
Autocar India rating	7/10

Mercedes-Benz EQC

Mercedes-Benz India’s first all-electric model, the EQC is meant to lure traditional luxury SUV buyers. The Mercedes-Benz EQC is refined, has a fun-to-drive aspect and can go about 350km on a single charge; buyers who opt to drive should not have any complaints. It’s luxurious too though it’s not as feature-rich as you’d expect from a car of this price. The low ground clearance is also an issue, which is something we found out in our EQC India review. Prices for the all-electric luxury SUV will be announced soon – expect an ex-showroom price tag of about Rs 1 crore.

Mercedes-Benz EQC fact file

Battery capacity	80kWh
Power	408hp
Torque	760Nm
Range	Upwards of 450km (claimed)
Charging time (AC 0-100%/DC fast charging 10-80%)	21 hours/About 40min (claimed)
Price (ex-showroom, India)	Rs 1 crore (est)
Autocar India rating	8/10