India’s automotive market is witnessing a surge in demand for EVs. With advancements in technology and government initiatives promoting sustainable transportation, EVs have become more accessible. Let us explore some of the top affordable EV options available in India right now.
First on the list is MG’s newly launched Comet. This compact electric vehicle has a 17.3 kWh battery and an impressive range of 230 km when fully charged. Powering the Comet is a single motor that produces 42 bhp of power and 110 Nm of torque.
MG Comet EV uses a 3.3 kW AC charger, and the company claims that the EV can charge 80 percent of the battery capacity in 5 hours. This EV is quite feature-packed – it offers a 10.25-inch infotainment unit, digital instrument cluster, ambient lighting, and automatic climate control.
The MG Comet EV is available in three variants – Pace, Play, and Plush. The Pace variant is priced at Rs 7.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), whereas the top-spec Plush variant is priced at Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Tata Tiago EV takes the second spot in the list; this entry-level hatchback from Tata comes with a price range of Rs 8.69 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) to 12.64 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
The Tiago EV is offered with two battery packs – a 19.2 kWh battery paired to a 61 bhp electric motor with a claimed range of 257 km; and a 24 kWh battery paired to a 75 bhp electric motor with a claimed range of 315 km.
It has a host of features like a 7-inch touchscreen head-unit with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay and a digital instrument cluster, projector headlamps, LED DRLs, cruise control, auto headlamps, auto wipers, automatic climate control, and an 8-speaker sound system.
Third is the Citroen eC3. The French carmaker has turned up with an all-electric version of its hatchback for the Indian market. The eC3 is equipped with a 29.2 kWh lithium-ion battery that produces 56.2 bhp and 143 Nm of torque and delivers a range of 320km.
The Citroen eC3 is offered in four variants. The base model is priced at Rs 11.50 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), whereas the top-end model, Feel, is priced at Rs 12.43 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
When connected to a DC fast charger, the eC3 can charge its battery from 10 to 80 percent in just 57 minutes. It will take approximately ten and a half hours if you choose to charge it at home using the 3.3kW onboard charger and a 15A socket.
The interior features a 3-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Regarding safety, the car comes equipped with ABS, dual airbags, and reverse parking sensors.
The fourth and last car on the list is the Tata Tigor EV. The electric car comes in four variants and has a starting price of Rs 12.49 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
The Tigor is built with a 26 kWh battery pack that powers an electric motor that generates 74 bhp and 170 Nm of torque. Tigor EV promises an extended range of 315 km on one single charge.
All variants of the Tata Tigor EV come with features like multi-mode regen, Zconnect, smartwatch connectivity, iTPMS, and a tyre puncture kit as standard. Furthermore, the all-new Tata Tigor EV has features like rain-sensing wipers, auto headlamps, cruise control, leatherette upholstery, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
In a country like India, EVs have a vital role in pursuing sustainable transportation. The significance of these affordable EVs is that they allow common people to embrace electric mobility.
With competitive pricing, government incentives, and financing options, EVs are becoming more accessible to the general population. By introducing more entry-level EVs, common people can afford and adapt to electric mobility, creating a cleaner, more inclusive transportation landscape for all.
