List of Cheapest Electric Cars in India 2024

Electric Vehicles are always associated as a premium product in the Indian market. Car buyers always prefer entry-level ICE vehicles as their first car; However, things have started to change. Several affordable electric vehicles are now on sale in the country.

Not just hatchbacks, several low budget electric SUVs are also available for customers looking to drive home their first car. Seeing the growing demand for affordable EVs, more brands are now planning to enter the EV space. In this article, we bring you a list of cheapest electric cars available in India.

List of Cheapest Electric Cars In India 2024

MG Comet EV

The MG Comet EV is the most affordable electric car on sale in our market. It is available in the price bracket of Rs 6.99 lakh to Rs 9.24 lakh (ex-showroom). The base model is this 2-door EV comes with many advantages & few disadvantages.

Positives

- A size smaller than 3 meters makes daily driving through busy city roads easy
- The smaller proportions & a range of over 200km makes it a good car for city usage
- Offers decent space for 4 adults
- Premium & feature loaded interior
- Big seats for front & rear occupants
 
Negatives

- Hard to access second-row seats
- No boot space with all-seats in position
- Do not support fast charging capabilities
- Highway run is not possible in this car

Tata Tiago EV

Tata Tiago EV is the most affordable 4-door electric car on sale in our market. The Tiago EV is available in the price range of Rs 7.99 lakh - Rs 11.89 lakh (ex-showroom). This electric hatchback comes as a good alternative to several entry-level ICE vehicles.

Positives

- A good space to accommodate 5-adults
- Higher variants offer good range to do short highway runs
- Compact size helps in driving through busy Indian streets
- Gets all the required features
- Offers multiple drive modes, with sport mode offering fun to drive experience
 
Negatives

- No alloy wheels on offer
- The entry-level variants with smaller battery pack offers very low range
- Could have offered more features like adjustable rear headrests & a better touchscreen

Tata Tigor EV

It is basically the compact sedan iteration of the Tata Tiago EV; however, it has a bigger battery pack and offers more range. Priced in the range of Rs 11.61 lakh - 13.35 lakh, the Tata Tigor EV is only available in a single battery pack option.

Positives

- Supports fast charging - 0-80% in 65 minutes
- Offers a realistic range of over 200km in a single charge
- Good suspension setup, offers good ride quality
- Enough to accommodate 4 adults & 1 kid.

Negatives

- Low boot space
- Misses out on several comfort & convenience features
- Significantly expensive than the Tiago EV

Citroen eC3

The French automaker, Citroen entered the EV space with the eC3 compact electric hatchback. Based on the C3 hatch, this electric hatchback offers space for 4 adults and a decent range. This Citroen eC3 EV can be bought online or at authorised Citroen dealerships and it costs Rs 12.49 lakh - 13.75 lakh (ex-showroom).

Positives

- Spacious interiors
- Engine is tuned in a way to offer easy driving experience for first time buyers
- Offers a realistic range of over 200km
 
Negatives

- Misses out on several key features including powered ORVMs
- Performance could have been better
- More options available in the same price bracket. 

Tata Punch EV

The Tata Punch EV is currently the most desirable electric vehicle on sale in our market. It attracts huge demand among first time cars buyers or people looking to buy their first EV. It is available in multiple variants with prices ranging from Rs 10.99 lakh to 15.49 lakh.

Positives

- Realistic range of over 250km
- Feature-loaded cabin - twin 10.25-inch touchscreen
- Looks better than competition
- Feels quick & offers good ride quality
 
Negatives

- Rear seat space is low compared to the ICE version
- Higher variants are significantly pricier
- Electronics are not very reliable - several issues

Tata Nexon EV

This Tata Nexon EV model plays an important role in Tata Motors huge success in the EV space. The EV is hugely popular among electric car buyers, as it offers decent range clubbed with aggressive pricing of Rs 14.74 lakh - 19.99 lakh.

Positives

- Offers several high-end features like V2L charging
- Larger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment & digital driver's display
- Multiple battery packs & realistic range of over 250km in a single charge
 
Negatives

- The range could have been better, a realistic range of over 300km should be on offer
- The rear seats should be designed to offer better thigh support
- Reliability issues with electronics 

Mahindra XUV400

With XUV400, Mahindra re-enters the EV space. It is basically the EV version of the XUV300; however, the length is longer than the sub-4 meter SUV. This mid-sized Mahindra XUV400 EV SUV is priced in the range of Rs 15.49 lakh - 19.39 lakh (ex-showroom).

Positives

- Spacious & feature-loaded cabin
- Fun-to-drive experience - offers drive modes
- Claimed 0-100kmph in just 8.3 seconds
 
Negatives

- Realistic range could be better

FAQ's

Q1. Which is India's no. 1 EV?
The Tata Nexon EV is currently the top-selling electric vehicle in the Indian market. This small SUV accounts for more than 50% of total Tata EVs sold in our market. In fact, it manages to outperform several affordable EVs on sale.

Q2. Which is the Best Small Electric Car in India?
Tata Punch EV is currently the best small electric car in India, as it offers a high range, segment-leading features and attractive styling along with aggressive pricing. However, customers can opt for the MG Comet EV or Tata Tiago EV for city drive.

Q3. Is EV cheaper than petrol?
The cost of buying an EV in India is definitely higher than the petrol version. However, the running cost of EVs are significantly lower compared to ICE vehicles. 
 

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