Top Electric Cars in the Indian Market

3 min readFeb 11, 2022

1. Tata Nexon EV

With a 3 Phase Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor, the Nexon EV is one of the most impressive EV SUVs out there. Its Li-ion Polymer battery is equipped with liquid cooling to ensure that temperatures remain relatively low even after a long drive.

Even though it relies on electricity, this car can generate impressive peak powers of 127bhp. Moonlit Silver, Signature Teal Blue and Glacier White are the three colour options you can choose from.

Battery Capacity — 30.2kWh
Distance per Charge — 312 km/full charge
Recharge Time — 0–80% charge in 60 minutes with a fast charger.
Awards — Winner of Subcompact SUV of the Year Award at the 2018 edition of NDTV’s Car and Bike Awards.
Price — Starting from Rs.13.99 lakh.

2. MG ZS EV

The British MG brand offers a premium EV, which counts as one of the top electric cars in India. It is powered by a similar motor like that in the Tata Nexon EV.

This impressively designed SUV boasts several brilliant features, including a 448-litre boot space, diamond-cut machined alloy wheels and power-assisted electric steering. It can also produce an immense torque of 353 Nm.

Battery Capacity — 44.5kWh
Distance per Charge– 340km/full charge
Recharge Time — Fast charging in 50 minutes. The normal charge takes 6–8 hours.
Price — Starting from Rs.20.88 lakh.

3. Tata Tigor EV

Powered by a three-phase AC induction motor, this electric sedan comes in Egyptian Blue and Pearlescent White colour options. The 310-litre boot space is an additional facility that can be very handy while storing luggage.

You can expect max powers of 40bhp from this vehicle, along with peak torque of 105 Nm. Under ideal driving conditions, this car can reach speeds of 80kmph.

Battery Capacity — 21.5kWh
Distance per Charge — 142km/full charge
Recharge Time — Fast charging in 90 minutes and normal charging in six hours.
Price — Starting from Rs.9.54 lakh.

4. Hyundai Kona Electric

Equipped with the advanced Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM), the Kona Electric is considered one of the best electric vehicles in India. It has a fierce pickup reaching 100kmph in just under 10 seconds.

Along with its spectacular mileage, this car can produce immense torque at 395 Nm. Power-wise, the Kona Electric can generate around 134bhp under ideal conditions.

Battery Capacity — 39.2kWh
Distance per Charge — 452km/full charge
Recharge Time — 57-minute fast charging and normal charging in six hours.
Awards won — Winner of Electronic Vehicle of the Year Award at the 2019 Tech and Auto Awards. (4)
Price — Starting from Rs.23.71 lakh.

5. Mahindra e2oPlus

A smaller body and a bevy of colour options are what define the e2oPlus from Mahindra. Although nowhere nearly as powerful as the electric SUVs in this list, it is perfect as a commute vehicle. Its 3-phase, AC Induction Motor is equipped with a lithium-ion battery, weighing 84 kg.

It can generate maximum torque and power of 70Nm and 25bhp, respectively.

Battery Capacity — 10.08kWh
Distance per Charge — 99.9km/full charge
Recharge Time — 75 minutes with a fast charger and six hours with a standard charger.
Price — Starting from Rs.7.57 lakh.

6. Mahindra e-Verito

Another Mahindra offering, the e-Verito is a sedan, unlike the e2oPlus. It is equipped with a similar AC-induction, three-phase motor.

However, this vehicle offers an immense boot space, around 510-litre, which makes it perfect for hauling large bags and equipment.

Additional features include an electro-hydraulic power steering and tubeless steel wheels. However, it is only available in a Diamond White shade.

Battery Capacity — 21.2kWh
Distance per Charge — 140km/full charge
Recharge Time — Fast charging in 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Price — Starting from Rs.10.11 lakh.