The 5 most affordable EVs to consider buying this festive season

Put: HT automotive table
| Updated on: October 19, 2024, 1:37 pm

Here are the five most affordable electric vehicles you can buy in the Indian market during the festive season.

Now in India, there are quite a few electric vehicles to choose from.

Sales of electric vehicles may have slowed down, but people are still very interested in them, especially with the huge discounts currently happening in the market. With the festive season underway, here are 5 electric cars you can consider buying.

The MG Windsor EV is positioned between the Comet EV and the ZS EV.

India’s first smart CUV, the MG Windsor, comes with a wheelbase of 2,700 mm, which is longer than many vehicles (ICE). This helps maximize space. The MG Windsor starts at $$13.50 lakh ex-showroom. In the exclusive Battery as a Service (BaaS) program, it is available in $$9.99 Lakhs+ $$3.5 per km for battery. The CUV has an ARAI-claimed range of 332 km with its 38 kWh battery.

MG Comet EV is one of the most affordable electric vehicles in the Indian market. Being based on an all-electric platform, the MG Comet EV offers decent interior space for the occupants. Due to its compact size and small turning radius, the Comet EV can be a perfect companion as a family’s second or third car that can be used for urban trips. Powered by a 17.3 kWh battery, the Comet offers an ARAI-certified range of 230 km with zero exhaust emissions. Price in $$6.99 lakh ex-showroom. Under the Battery as a Service (BaaS) program, it is available at $$4.99 Lakh + Battery Rental at $$2.5/km.

Tatá Tiago EV — The Tata Tiago EV is based on the Tiago with an ICE engine.

The Tata Tiago EV is based on the Tiago with an ICE engine. It is offered in four variants and two batteries. It is offered with a 19.2 kWh battery and a 24 kWh battery. Inside, the Tiago EV features a tech-savvy infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a Harman sound system for a premium experience. Prices start at $$7.99 lakh ex-showroom.

(Read more: MG Battery-as-a-Service: A solution to India’s EV adoption challenges?)

Tata Punch EV is offered with two battery options - standard range and long range. The performance credentials of both also vary. — The Tata Punch EV is offered with two battery options – standard range and long range. The performance credentials of both also vary.

The Tata Punch EV may look like an electric version of the Punch, but it is much more than that. It is based on a dedicated electric platform, but still maintains the SUV stance of its ICE version. There are five variants on offer – Smart, Smart Plus, Adventure, Empowered and Empowered Plus. Powered by a 25 kWh battery and a 35 kWh battery, the Punch EV has a range of 265 km and 365 km, respectively. Currently, Tata Punch EV prices start at $$9.99 lakh ex-showroom.

Citroen eC3 is basically the electric version of the C3 that was launched in the country in June of 2022. — The Citroen eC3 is basically the electric version of the C3 that was launched in the country in June 2022.

The Citroen eC3 maintains the quirky, bold style of the regular C3. Powered by a 29.2 kWh battery, the eC3 offers a range of up to 320 km (ARAI certification). With fast charging support, the battery can be recharged from 0 to 80% in just 57 minutes. It has a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Prices now start at $$11.61 lakh ex-showroom.

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First publication date: October 19, 2024, 1:36 pm IST