Well India really has a long way to go for electrifying the fleet of cars that the country has on its roads. While many countries around the world have already switched to environmentally friendly automobiles,
Indians are only now beginning to recognize the potential and utility of electric vehicles. Electric vehicle sales increased by 20% in 2019-20. As a result of this surge in demand, automakers are releasing new battery-powered vehicles virtually every year.
Price is unquestionably the most significant impediment to the growth of the EV landscape in India. Electric vehicles are a lot more expensive here in India mainly because of the most important part of the car, the component that puts the ‘E’ in front of the ‘V’ – The Battery Pack. Well the most common material which is necessary to make batteries is Lithium. Unfortunately India is not at all rich in lithium. This
mineral is mined in many other countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, a country where lithium is found in abundance and other parts of the continent of Africa and other countries like Australia, Chile, China, Argentina produce lithium in great quantities. So the problem here is India has to import nearly 100% to meet its lithium demand. Or else import the completely made lithium ion batteries as a whole for electric vehicles. As India has to rely on other countries and has to import lithium or EV batteries from other countries, it makes EVs expensive in India. Additionally, the import duties on electric cars is by far one of the largest in any large country.
Here are all the electric vehicles that are available in India. You've arrived at the perfect place if you're in the market for electric cars in India. We've compiled a list of the top electric vehicle options available at present and also some upcoming ones as well.
#1 TATA Nexon EV
The TATA Nexon EV is one of the most amazing and the bestselling EV SUVs in the market. It comes equipped with a 3 Phase Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor. Its Li-ion Polymer battery has liquid cooling to keep temperatures low even after a long drive. This car has a peak power of 127bhp. You have three color options to pick from: Moonlit Silver, Signature Teal Blue, and Glacier White.
- Battery Capacity – 30.2kWh
- Range – 312 km/full charge
- Recharge Time – 0-80% charge in 60 minutes
with a fast charger
- Price – Starting from Rs.13.99 lakh
#2 MG ZS EV
This British brand; Morris Garages (MG) offers a luxury electric vehicle that is considered one of India's
best electric vehicles. It is driven by a motor that is identical to that found in the Tata Nexon EV. The 448-litre trunk area, diamond-cut machined alloy wheels, and power-assisted electronic steering are just a few of the highlights of this well-designed SUV. It also generates a massive 353 Nm of torque.
- Battery Capacity – 44.5kWh
- Range – 340km/full charge
- Recharge Time – Fast charging in 50 minutes.
Normal charge takes 6-8 hours.
- Price – Starting from Rs.20.88 lakh.
#3 TATA Tigor EV
This electric automobile is available in blue and Pearlescent White and is powered by a three-phase AC induction motor. The 310-litre cargo space is an extra feature that can come in helpful when transporting luggage. This vehicle has a maximum power of 40 horsepower and a maximum torque of 105 Nm. This car can attain speeds of 80 kilometres per hour under ideal driving conditions.
- Battery Capacity – 21.5kWh
- Range – 142km/full charge
- Recharge Time – Fast charging in 90 minutes
and normal charging in 6 hours.
- Price – Starting from Rs.9.54 lakh.
#4 Hyundai Kona Electric
The Kona Electric is one of India's greatest electric vehicles, thanks to its sophisticated Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM). It has a powerful pickup that can reach 100 kmph in less than 10 seconds. Along with its fantastic efficiency, this automobile has a massive torque output of 395 Nm. Under optimum conditions, the Kona Electric can create roughly 134bhp.
- Battery Capacity – 39.2kWh
- Range – 452km/full charge
- Recharge Time – 57-minute fast charging and
normal charging in 6 hours.
- Price – Starting from Rs.23.71 lakh.
#5 Mahindra e2o Plus
The Mahindra e2oPlus is distinguished by its compact body and a variety of colour options. Although it isn't as powerful as the electric SUVs on this list, it is ideal for commuting. It comes equipped with a 3-phase AC Induction Motor and lithium-ion battery that weighs 84 kg. It has a maximum torque of 70Nm and a maximum power of 25bhp, respectively.
- Battery Capacity – 10.08kWh
- Range – 99.9km/full charge
- Recharge Time – 75 minutes with a fast charger
and 6 hours with a standard charger
- Price – Starting from Rs.7.57 lakh.
#6 Mahindra e-Verito
In contrast to the e2oPlus, the e-Verito is a sedan from Mahindra. It has a three-phase AC induction motor. This vehicle, on the other hand, has a large boot area (about 510 litres), making it ideal for moving large luggage and equipment.
- Battery Capacity – 21.2kWh
- Range – 140km/full charge
- Recharge Time – Fast charging in 1 hour and 45
minutes
- Price – Starting from Rs.10.11 lakh.
These were the cars you can buy within the Rs.30 lakh mark. There is an entire vacuum situation between the Rs.30 lakh and Rs.1 crore. There are absolutely no cars in this price segment. Manufacturers should really venture into the sub crore and above 30 lakh mark so that people would have an even more options to choose from the palette. There are currently only 3 electric cars available beyond the Rs.1 crore mark.
#1 Mercedes Benz EQC
In India, the Mercedes EQC is the brand's first standalone all-electric passenger car. It's also the first premium EV to hit the Indian market and it'll help the company expand its brand furthermore. The EQC is based on the Mercedes GLC platform and features a modern flat battery mounted between the wheels, twin asynchronous or induction motors (one for each axle), and four-wheel drive. The massive 85kWh lithium-ion battery pack stores electricity. It is made up of 384 cells and weighs a whopping, seriously heavy 652 kg. The dual motors produce a combined output of 408 horsepower, while the torque is a massive 765 Nm.
#2 Jaguar I-Pace
Performance of the I-Pace is its greatest highlight. It accelerates at 100 kph in 4.8 seconds. From a five-seat electric SUV, that's sports car performance! Acceleration is quick at all speeds thanks to the 400hp and 696Nm figures. The flawless power delivery and instantaneous response are intoxicating, and there's a smug satisfaction in knowing that overtaking traffic is only a short press of the accelerator pedal away.
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Max Power – 400 bhp
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Max Torque – 696 Nm
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Price – Rs. 1.12 crore
#3 Audi E-tron
The e-tron is built on a substantially modified MLB Evo platform that also supports the Q5 and Q7. The dimensions of this 5-seater e-tron are similar to those of the 7-seater Q7, measuring over 5m in length, almost 2m in width, and 2.9m in wheelbase, giving it a size edge over the competitors. The e-tron is powered by a 95-kilowatt-hour battery pack that powers two motors, one on each axle. The e-tron produces 408hp/664Nm in its sportiest mode, with 184hp at the front axle and 224hp at the rear. The e-tron, on the other hand, produces 360hp/561Nm in other settings (170hp in the front and 190hp at the rear).
So to conclude, to encourage Indian customers to choose electric vehicles, India must first provide appropriate charging infrastructure. Customers will experience range anxiety due to a lack of charging infrastructure at regular intervals on the highways, as the vehicle may not be able to run for long. The government really needs to up their game in incentivizing the purchase of EVs so that India also can try to venture into a carbon neutral environment