Best Electric Cars in India

The rising fuel prices have turned out to be quite burdensome for many vehicle owners who are now moving to electric vehicles. There are many more advantages of electric vehicles. If you are looking to purchase an electric car then given below are a few options you can choose from. As per law, having car insurance for electric cars is mandatory. So you should have valid electric car insurance.

Here are the best EVs in India in 2025:

Tata Nexon EV is one of the best selling EVs in the Indian markets. With Tata’s trustworthiness and optimum safety standards, it has laid down its roots in the EV market. The EV version of Tata Nexon has a sturdy and durable body, bold looks and is tech-packed. It is the first EV in India to get 5 star GNCAP rating.

Key Specifications of Tata Nexon EV

• Engine Power: 143 PS (Long Range) / 129 PS (Medium Range)

• Battery Capacity: 40.5 kWh (Long Range) / 30.2 kWh (Medium Range)

• Range: Up to 465 km (ARAI certified, Long Range variant)

• Charge Time: ~56 minutes (0–80% with DC fast charger) / ~9 hours (full charge with standard AC charger)

The first EV SUV from Mahindra, XUV400 is based upon the previous version XUV300 in EV form. With comfort, XUV400 also has a sprinted drive. It can go 0-100 kmph in just 8,3 seconds. It has also claimed the title of fastest EV in the non luxury segment.

Key Specifications of Mahindra XUV400

• Engine Power: 150 PS

• Battery Capacity: 34.5 kWh (EC variant) / 39.4 kWh (EL variant)

• Range: Up to 439 km (ARAI certified, EL variant)

• Charge Time: ~50 minutes (0–80% with DC fast charger) / ~6.5 hours with 7.2 kW AC charger

MG Comet is India’s smallest EV. The MG Comet is inspired by the Wuling Air EV from Indonesia and is so compact that you can make a full U-turn in just 4.2 metres. This EV is ideal for daily city commutes. It is compact, quirky, and futuristic.

Key Specifications of MG Comet

• Engine Power: 42 PS

• Battery Capacity: 17.3 kWh

• Range: Up to 230 km (ARAI certified)

• Charge Time: ~7 hours with a standard AC charger (no DC fast charging support)

Mahindra e-Verito is a five seater sedan available in 2 variants and 2 colors i.e. desant silver and diamond white. The car is cost effective starting at a price of Rs. 9 lakhs. It takes around 11 hours to fully charge the car at a battery capacity of 288 ah lithium ion battery.

Specifications

• Battery Capacity: 21. 2 KWH
• Charge Time: 140 KM/full charge
• Cost: Rs. 9.13 lakh - Rs. 9.46 lakh

The electric hatchback from Tata, Tiago EV is an affordable EV in the Indian markets. It focuses on performance and practicality. It is a good pick for first time EV buyers, who are transitioning from petrol to electric transmission. Tiago EV is India's first EV under ₹10 Lakhs.

Key Specifications of Tata Tiago EV:

• Engine Power: 74 PS (in the 24 kWh battery variant)

• Battery Capacity: Available in 19.2 kWh and 24 kWh options

• Range: Up to 315 km (ARAI certified, 24 kWh variant)

• Charge Time: ~58 minutes (0–80% with DC fast charger) / ~6.9 hours with a 7.2 kW AC charger

The Mini Cooper SE is the first mini electric car that comes with a 4 seater seating capacity. The car is similar to the iconic mini and it is designed for the roads of tomorrow. Few of the attractive features of the car include eye-catching headlights, LED indicator lights, apple carplay, twin sunroof, etc. The car is available with an electric engine and automatic transmission as well.

Specifications

• Battery Capacity: 32.6 KWH
• Charge Time: 270 KM/full charge
• Cost: Rs. 50.9 lakh

Tata Tigor EV is an electric sedan car considered to be extremely comfortable and safe with the 4-star GNCAP. You can charge the car in just 59 mins , covering a range of 315 km. The car has a two tone dashboard that gives a rich look to the interiors. Overall, the car has a four star rating and comes in three attractive colors such as teal blue, magnetic red, and dayton gray.

Key Specifications of Tata Tigor EV:

• Engine Power: 74 bhp (55 kW)

• Battery Capacity: 26 kWh

• Range: Up to 315 km (ARAI certified)

• Charge Time: ~59 minutes (10–80% with 18 kW DC fast charger) and ~9 hours 24 minutes (0–100% with 3.3 kW AC charger)​

The Citroën eC3 is an all-electric hatchback designed for city commuting. EC3 offers a blend of French design and practical electric performance. The regenerative braking system helps recharge the car over short periods of time, whenever the car is decelerated the battery charges slightly improving overall efficiency.

Key Specifications of Citroen eC3:

• Engine Power: 57 PS (42 kW)

• Battery Capacity: 29.2 kWh

• Range: Up to 320 km (ARAI certified)

• Charge Time: ~57 minutes (10–80% with 50 kW DC fast charger) and ~10.5 hours (0–100% with 7.4 kW AC charger)​

MG ZS EV is a British manufactured car in India that comes with a classy styling. The car has rich interiors and few attractive features such as a 10.1 inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, panoramic sunroof, infotainment system, etc. On full charge, you can easily cover a range of 300-350 km. In terms of safety too, the car offers you great comfort with its 6 airbags, electric parking brake, reverse parking camera, etc.

Key Specifications of MG ZS EV:

• Engine Power: 176 PS (130 kW)

• Battery Capacity: 50.3 kWh

• Range: Up to 461 km (ARAI certified)

• Charge Time: ~60 minutes (0–80% with 50 kW DC fast charger) and ~8.5 hours (0–100% with 7.4 kW AC charger)

The Hyundai Kona Electric is a stylish and feature-rich electric SUV. It can run up to 452 km in a single full charge, making it the most efficient electric SUV in its segment. With hybrid or full electric powertrain options, Kona makes a good name in the Indian EV market.

Key Specifications of Hyundai Kona Electric:

• Engine Power: 134.1 bhp (100 kW)

• Battery Capacity: 39.2 kWh Lithium-ion Polymer

• Range: Up to 452 km (ARAI certified)

• Charge Time: ~57 minutes (0–80% with 50 kW DC fast charger) and ~6.1 hours (0–100% with 7.2 kW AC charger)

BYD e6 is an electric car that is great in terms of reliability, safety and comfort. The car is an MPV launched in India in 2023 this year at a price of Rs. 33. 99 lakhs. The car is equipped with an ultra safe battery and the born EV platform. Few colors in which the car is available are boulder gray, parkour road, ski white, and surf blue.

Key Specifications of BYD E6

• Engine Power: 123 PS (90 kW)

• Battery Capacity: 71.7 kWh (Blade Battery)

• Range: Up to 520 km (WLTC certified)

• Charge Time: ~1.5 hours (0–80% with 60 kW DC fast charger) and ~12 hours (0–100% with 6.6 kW AC charger)

The award winner (2022,, European Car of The Year) Kia EV6 is a premium electric SUV that has a mix of style and performance. Built on Kia's Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), it offers a sleek design, spacious interior, and advanced features.

Key Specifications of KIA EV6

• Engine Power: 325 PS (239 kW)

• Battery Capacity: 84 kWh Lithium-ion

• Range: Up to 663 km (ARAI certified)

• Charge Time: ~18 minutes (10–80% with 350 kW DC fast charger), ~73 minutes (10–80% with 50 kW DC fast charger), ~7 hours 40 minutes (0–100% with 7.4 kW AC charger)​

The IONIQ 5 was triple-crowned at the 2022 World Car Awards, winning World Car of the Year, World Electric Vehicle of the Year, and World Car Design of the Year. Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 is built on Hyundai's dedicated Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), The electric car has sleek design, spacious interiors, advanced features and gives out a strong performance.

Key Specifications of Hyundai IONIQ 5

• Engine Power: 160 kW (217 PS)

• Battery Capacity: 72.6 kWh

• Range: Up to 631 km (ARAI certified)

• Charge Time: ~18 minutes (10–80% with 350 kW DC fast charger) and ~6 hours 55 minutes (0–100% with 11 kW AC charger)

The Tata Punch EV is Tata Motors' first electric SUV built on the advanced acti.ev platform, Punch EV also has regenerative braking, recharging the battery every time it decelerates, increasing its efficiency. Punch has a compact design and is known for its safety features with strong electric performance.

Key Specifications of Tata Punch EV

1.Engine Power:

• 25 kWh variant: 82 PS (60 kW)
• 35 kWh variant: 122 PS (90 kW)

2.Battery Capacity: 25 kWh and 35 kWh options

3.Range:

• 25 kWh variant: Up to 315 km
• 35 kWh variant: Up to 421 km

4.Charge Time:

• DC Fast Charging (50 kW): Approximately 56 minutes (10–80%)
• AC Charging (7.2 kW): 3.6 hours for 25 kWh / 5 hours for 35 kWh
• AC Charging (3.3 kW): 9.4 hours for 25 kWh / 13.5 hours for 35 kWh

• Contact the insurance company within 48 hours of the accident or theft
• File an FIR in case of third party damage or theft of the bike
• Submit the required documents
• The insurance company will appoint a surveyor to check on the extent of damages
• The car will be sent to the garage for repair
• Cashless service will be provided in case the car is being repaired at a network garage
• In case of theft, insured declared value will be given to the policyholder after the police shares non traceable report