The Complete
Electric Car
Guide to India
24 models. 8 brands. Every segment from ₹5 lakh hatchbacks to ₹1.3 crore luxury SUVs — analysed on range, charging, pricing, technology, and the game-changing Battery-as-a-Service models rewriting the rules of EV ownership.
Eight Brands. One Market.
From India's homegrown champions to global EV giants, India's electric car market has never been more competitive.
All 20 Models, One Look
Every electric car available in India today — from the ₹4.99L city Comet to the ₹1.3Cr Kia EV9.
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PremiumSomething for Every Wallet
India's EV car market now spans five distinct price-and-type segments — from sub-₹10L city runabouts to flagship luxury SUVs.
Compact hatchbacks and small city cars designed for urban commuting. Limited range but ultra-affordable entry into EV ownership.
Compact to mid-size SUVs that balance range, space, and price. The highest-volume segment for EV adoption in India.
Advanced EVs with long range, fast charging, premium tech, and sophisticated design. For the aspirational buyer.
Powerful, long-range electric vehicles with cutting-edge features, ultrafast charging, and executive presence.
Rare, prestige electric vehicles for enthusiasts and early adopters who want the absolute best in EV engineering.
Battery-as-a-Service — own the car, subscribe to the battery. Dramatically lowers upfront cost and shifts battery risk to the OEM.
How Far Can You Go?
Comparing claimed range across all 24 models — from practical city EVs to long-distance touring machines.
Claimed Range by Model (km)
Range by Brand (Average km)
Battery Capacity vs Range
Time is Everything
DC fast charging time (20→80%) is the single most practical spec for real-world EV usage. Here's how every model compares.
DC Fast Charge Time (minutes)
AC Home Charge Time (hours)
| Model | Brand | Battery | AC Charge (0→100%) | DC Fast Charge | Charging Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrier EV | Tata | 75 kWh | ~10.7h | ~25 min | Largest battery in Tata lineup |
| BE 6 | Mahindra | 79 kWh | ~8h | ~20 min | Fastest charging Mahindra |
| XEV 9e | Mahindra | 79 kWh | ~8h | ~20 min | Shared platform with BE 6 |
| XUV 3XO EV | Mahindra | 39.4 kWh | ~6.5h | ~24 min | Compact SUV, excellent DC speed |
| IONIQ 5 | Hyundai | 72.6 kWh | ~6.55h | ~18 min | 800V architecture — class-leading |
| BYD Seal | BYD | 82.56 kWh | — | ~18 min | Blade Battery + fast DC |
| Kia EV6 | Kia | 84 kWh | — | ~18 min | 800V platform; ultra-premium |
| Nexon EV | Tata | 45 kWh | ~6.6h | ~40 min | Most popular EV in India |
| Curvv EV | Tata | 55 kWh | ~7.9h | ~40 min | Coupé SUV design segment |
| Creta Electric | Hyundai | 51.4 kWh | ~4.83h | ~58 min | Strong brand recognition |
| Carens Clavis EV | Kia | 51.4 kWh | ~4.75h | ~39 min | Family MPV form factor |
| e Vitara | Maruti | 61 kWh | ~9h | ~45 min | Maruti's first EV entry |
| MG Windsor EV | MG | 52.9 kWh | ~9.5h | ~50 min | Best-selling MG EV |
| MG ZS EV | MG | 50.3 kWh | ~9h | ~60 min | Established MG nameplate |
| Tata Tiago EV | Tata | 24 kWh | ~3.6h | ~58 min | Budget champion |
Value Across Every Rupee
From India's most affordable EV at ₹4.99 lakh to the ₹1.3 crore Kia EV9 — the market has something for every buyer.
Price Comparison — All Models (₹ Lakh, ex-showroom)
Range per Lakh Rupee
Price vs Range Positioning
| Model | Brand | Entry Price | Top Variant | Segment | BaaS Available | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MG Comet EV | MG | ₹4.99L | ₹4.99L | Budget | ✓ Yes (₹3.2/km) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Tata Tiago EV | Tata | ₹7.99L | ~₹11L | Budget | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Citroën ë-C3 | Citroën | ₹11L | ₹13L | Budget | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Mahindra XUV 3XO EV | Mahindra | ₹13.89L | ₹14.96L | Mid | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Tata Nexon EV | Tata | ₹12.49L | ~₹17L | Mid | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Maruti e Vitara | Maruti | ₹15.99L | ₹20.01L | Mid | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Tata Punch EV | Tata | ₹9.69L | ₹12.59L | Mid | ✓ Yes (₹2.6/km) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| MG Windsor EV | MG | ₹9.99L | ~₹17L | Mid | ✓ Yes (₹3.5/km) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Kia Carens Clavis EV | Kia | ₹17.99L | ~₹22L | Mid-Prem | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Hyundai Creta Electric | Hyundai | ₹18.02L | ₹24.70L | Premium | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Mahindra BE 6 | Mahindra | ₹18.90L | ₹28.49L | Premium | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| BYD Atto 3 | BYD | ₹24.99L | ₹33.99L | Premium | — | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Tata Harrier EV | Tata | ₹21.49L | ₹28.99L | Premium | — | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 | Hyundai | ₹46.30L | ₹46.30L | Luxury | — | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| BYD Seal | BYD | ₹41.00L | ₹53.15L | Luxury | — | ⭐⭐⭐ |
| Kia EV9 | Kia | ₹1.30Cr | ₹1.30Cr | Ultra-Prem | — | Niche |
The Game Changer: BaaS
Three models offer Battery-as-a-Service — own the car, rent the battery. It slashes the upfront price and eliminates long-term battery anxiety, making EV ownership accessible like never before.
MG Comet EV
India's cheapest electric car becomes even more accessible with BaaS. Own the car outright at a lower price point and pay only for battery usage per kilometre driven. Ideal for city commuters who drive limited distances daily.
MG Windsor EV
MG's flagship EV for the masses. The BaaS model brings the Windsor down to ₹9.99L — an extraordinary price for a 449 km-range, 52.9 kWh SUV. The Windsor BaaS is widely credited as one of the most disruptive EV pricing moves in India.
Tata Punch EV
Tata entered BaaS to compete with MG Windsor's disruptive pricing. The Punch EV offers the lowest per-km battery rate among the three, making it the most cost-efficient BaaS option for high daily mileage users. Tata's service network adds peace of mind.
BaaS vs Full-Car Price Comparison
Cost Per KM — BaaS Battery Rental
Every Spec, Every Model
Complete side-by-side comparison of battery capacity, range, charging time, price and BaaS availability across all 24 models.
Battery Capacity — All Models (kWh)
Model Scorecard — Range + Value + Charging (0–10)
| Model | Brand | Battery (kWh) | Range (km) | AC Charge | DC Fast Charge | BaaS | Price (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MG Comet EV | MG | ~17.3 | ~230 | ~7h | — | ✓ ₹3.2/km | ₹4.99L+ |
| Tata Tiago EV | Tata | ~24 | ~315 | ~3.6h | ~58 min | — | ₹7.99L+ |
| Tata Punch EV | Tata | ~40 | ~468 | ~14.8h | ~26 min | ✓ ₹2.6/km | ₹9.69L+ |
| Tata Tigor EV | Tata | ~26 | ~315 | ~9.4h | ~59 min | — | ₹12.49L+ |
| Citroën ë-C3 | Citroën | ~29.2 | ~320 | ~10.5h | ~57 min | — | ~₹11–13L |
| MG Windsor EV | MG | ~52.9 | ~449 | ~9.5h | ~50 min | ✓ ₹3.5/km | ₹9.99L+ |
| MG ZS EV | MG | ~50.3 | ~461 | ~9h | ~60 min | — | ₹17.99–19.5L |
| Tata Nexon EV | Tata | ~45 | ~489 | ~6.6h | ~40 min | — | ₹12.49L+ |
| Tata Curvv EV | Tata | ~55 | ~502 | ~7.9h | ~40 min | — | ₹17.49L+ |
| Tata Harrier EV | Tata | ~75 | ~627 | ~10.7h | ~25 min | — | ₹21.49–28.99L |
| Hyundai Creta Electric | Hyundai | ~51.4 | ~510 | ~4.8h | ~58 min | — | ₹18.02–24.7L |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 | Hyundai | ~72.6 | ~631 | ~6.9h | ~18 min | — | ~₹46.3L |
| Mahindra XUV400 EV | Mahindra | ~39.4 | ~456 | ~6.5h | ~50 min | — | ₹15.49L+ |
| Mahindra XUV 3XO EV | Mahindra | ~39.4 | ~456 | ~6.5h | ~24 min | — | ₹13.89–14.96L |
| Mahindra BE 6 | Mahindra | ~79 | ~683 | ~8h | ~20 min | — | ₹18.9–28.49L |
| Mahindra XEV 9e | Mahindra | ~79 | ~656 | ~8h | ~20 min | — | ₹21.9–31.25L |
| Maruti e Vitara | Maruti | ~61 | ~543 | ~9h | ~45 min | — | ₹15.99–20.01L |
| Kia Carens Clavis EV | Kia | ~51.4 | ~490 | ~4.75h | ~39 min | — | ₹17.99L+ |
| Kia EV6 | Kia | ~84 | ~663 | — | ~18 min | — | Premium listed |
| Kia EV9 | Kia | ~99.8 | ~561 | — | ~24 min | — | ~₹1.299Cr |
| BYD Atto 3 | BYD | ~60.48 | ~521 | ~8h | ~50 min | — | ₹24.99–33.99L |
| BYD eMAX 7 | BYD | ~71.8 | ~530 | — | ~37 min | — | ₹26.9–29.9L |
| BYD Seal | BYD | ~82.56 | ~650 | — | ~18 min | — | ₹41–53.15L |
| BYD Sealion 7 | BYD | ~82.56 | ~567 | — | ~24 min | — | ₹49.4–54.9L |
Eight Stories, One Market
How each brand has carved its identity in India's electric car market.
Tata owns the narrative of mainstream EV adoption in India. With 5 models spanning ₹8L to ₹29L and the country's widest service network, Tata is the default choice for first-time EV buyers. Its positioning is trust, accessibility, and patriotism.
MG rewrote the rules with the Windsor EV BaaS model — a 52.9 kWh SUV starting at ₹9.99L. It also led with India's most affordable EV in the Comet. MG's positioning is aggressive pricing and BaaS innovation as its core moat.
Hyundai's EV identity is built on charging technology. The IONIQ 5's 18-minute DC fast charge capability is unmatched in mass-market EVs. The Creta Electric brings mainstream brand recognition into the EV space.
Mahindra's BE 6 holds India's best claimed range at 683 km. The brand has made a bold leap with its new gen-EV platforms (BE and XEV series), pairing long range with ultra-fast 20-minute DC charging at competitive prices.
Maruti arrives late but brings an unrivalled service network of 4,000+ outlets. The e Vitara's strong 543 km range and credibility of the Maruti badge make it an immediate contender for conservative buyers making their first EV leap.
Kia spans the widest range of any brand in this list — from the practical Carens Clavis EV at ₹18L to the flagship EV9 at ₹1.3 crore. Positioned as aspirational, design-forward, and globally benchmarked across all segments.
BYD enters India as the world's largest EV manufacturer. Its Blade Battery technology, 18-minute DC charging on the Seal, and a ₹25–55L lineup position it as the premium-but-attainable global tech choice against European and Korean rivals.
The ë-C3 occupies a unique niche — European brand credibility at a budget ₹11–13L price point, manufactured locally in India. Positioned for buyers who want something different from the Tata/MG duopoly at the entry level.
Brand Radar — Multi-Dimension Scorecard
Market Share Potential by Segment
Ranked by What Matters
Eight brands scored across six parameters: Range, Value, Charging Speed, Technology, Market Reach, and After-Sales Support.
Grouped Brand Scorecard — All Dimensions
Tata — Volume King
Dominates on market reach and after-sales with 4,000+ service centres. Widest EV portfolio from ₹8L to ₹29L. Nexon EV is India's best-selling electric car of all time.
Mahindra — Range + Speed Combo
BE 6's 683 km range + 20-min DC charging combo is India's best in class. New gen-EV platforms (INGLO) are engineered from scratch for EVs, not ICE conversions.
Hyundai — Charging Tech Leader
800V architecture on IONIQ 5 delivers 18-minute DC charging — a feat no mainstream competitor matches. Creta Electric's brand power adds mass-market appeal.
MG — BaaS Disruptor
Windsor EV BaaS at ₹9.99L is arguably the most disruptive EV pricing move in India. Comet EV at ₹4.99L created an entirely new entry segment. MG wins on accessibility and pricing innovation.
Your Perfect EV Match
The right electric car depends entirely on your budget, lifestyle, and priorities. Here is the definitive use-case guide.
