Electric Cars: 10 Best Chargeable Battery Cars in India 2021-22

With petrol and diesel prices touching the sky each year, the Indian automobile market is witnessing a rising demand for battery-electric cars or EV's. In 2021 alone, more than 1.18 lakh units of EV cars were sold in the country, which is three times the number of sales in 2020. Experts opine that battery-operated Cars in India, which were once almost nonexistent, are likely to grab a 30% share of the Indian automobile market share by 2030. With big players like Hyundai, Mahindra and Tata gearing up to expand their footprint in the EV market, we won't be surprised if the numbers exceed the expectations!

Electric-battery Vehicles are an excellent solution to beat rising fuel costs and the global pollution crisis. If you are planning to buy an EV soon, this article is a must-read! Read along to learn about the new and upcoming Electric cars in India.

10 New and Upcoming E-Cars in India, 2022:

Here is a list of the popular and expected 2 seaters to 8 seaters cheapest Electric cars in India

1. Tata Nexon EV:

Tata is proving to be a dominant player in the Indian EV market. The Nexon EV has already grabbed a 58% market share in India, which is by far the highest for any Indian EV car. The 5-seater Nexon is priced between 13.99 L – 16.85 L (*Ex-showroom price in Delhi). It comes with an automatic transmission with power of 127bhp and torque of 245nm.

The battery capacity is 30.2 KWH and as per the company claims, the charging time takes approximately 60 mins (0-80% charging). Currently, 5 variants are available in the market – XM, XZ Plus, XZ Plus Dark Edition, XZ Plus LUX and XZ Plus Lux Dark Edition.

2. Tata Tigor EV:

Tigor EV is another electric car from TATA which falls in the 11 L- 13 L (ex-showroom price in Delhi) segment. It is a compact 5-seater sedan with automatic transmission. Tata Tigor EV is rated as India's best affordable electric car which received 4-star rating in the Global NCAP crash tests. It's a practical option for city drivers and comes with a silent-drive advantage.

Talking of specifications, Tigor EV comes with a 74 BHP and 170 Nm torque electric engine. The battery capacity is 26 kWh with a fast-charging facility of 60 minutes (0-80%). Tigor comes in four variants – XE, XM, XZ Plus and XZ Plus Dual Tone.

3. MG ZS EV:

The MG ZS EV is certainly one of India's most expensive EV cars, with a price range of 21 L to 24.68 L (Ex-Showroom Price Delhi). The 5-seater car is enabled with an advanced iSmart system that responds to over 35 Hinglish commands like "Khul Ja Sim Sim" to open the panoramic sunroof. The other attractive features of MG ZS EV include Apple CarPlay, Cruise Control, Electric parking brake, pedestrian warning system etc.

The battery capacity is 44.5 kWH which a motor capacity of 143 bhp and 353Nm torque. The company claims a charging capacity of 0-80% in 50 minutes with a 50kW DC fast charger. MG ZS EV comes in two variants - Excite and Exclusive.

4. Hyundai Kona Electric:

If you are looking for an electric that combines style with performance, the Hyundai Kona Electric is a great option. This car falls in the semi-luxury electric SUV segment with a price range of 23.79 L to 23.97 L (Ex-showroom price Delhi). Coming to the specifications, the car comes with a power of 134.14 BHP and 394.91NM torque. The 5-seater car is an automatic transmission type with enabled lots of intuitive infotainment controls and standard-assistant features. The battery capacity is 39.2kWH and is powered with a fast-charging system. Currently, two variants are available in Kona – Premium and Premium Dual tone.

5. Mahindra eKUV100:

The Mahindra eKUV100 is one of the most awaited electric cars in India. Experts believe that this car will give serious competition to the Tata Nexon, especially with an unbeatable price range of 8.25- 10 Lakhs. eKUV100 is expected to be launched in December 2021. It comes with an automatic transmission and 5-Seater capacity. Some of the key specs of this car are 54PS power, 120NM maximum Torque and 15.9kWH motor power. The features include fast charging, keyless entry, cruise control, 1 driver airbag, Hill Descent control etc.

6. Renault Zoe EV:

The Renault Zoe EV is a budget-friendly electric car under 10 Lakhs in India. It is a 5-Seater hatchback with a base price of 8 Lakhs. The expected launch date is March 2022. Renault Zoe EV is known to offer 134PS of max power and 245Nm peak torque. The car is designed especially for Indian road conditions and powered with all latest features like cruise control, auto climate control, heated front seats, latest infotainment system etc. Depending on the type of home charger used, Zoe EV can take about 1 hr (50kW DC Charger) for a 0-80% charge and 9-10 hours for full charge if you use a 7.4kW charger.

7. Nissan Leaf:

The Nissan Leaf is a new launch by Nissan which is expected to hit the markets by Feb 2022. The all-electric green hatchback car is available as an automatic transmission type with a five-seater capacity and 30 Lakhs price range. Some early reviews by car experts suggest that LEAF's battery pack works for a driving range of 149 miles which is approx. 239KM. If that is true, this car might not be a great option for people who regularly go for long drives. On the brighter side, the car is equipped with spacious cabin space and futuristic features including the semi-autonomous driving mode.

8. Mercedes-Benz EQA:

The Mercedes Benz EQA is a luxury electric car priced at 60 Lakhs. It is expected to be launched in early 2022 and comes with rather expectations in the market. Talking of specifications, the Benz EQA comes with a single electric motor with 190PS and 375NM on the front wheels. It also claims to have a driving range of 426 KM with a 66.5kWh battery pack. With a 100kW fast charging DC unit, the car allows up to 80 percent charge in just 10 minutes. Features wise, the EQA comes with ultra-high-tech infotainment system, ambient lighting and 10.25-inch dual screen display setup.

9. Jaguar I-Pace:

The Jaguar I-Pace is a luxury electric SUV priced above 1 Crore. It primarily caters to the elite market and scores pretty high in the looks department. The muscular bod, front grill and the cat eye headlamps make this car an instant hit with the buyers. Coming to the performance, the car offers a Maximum power of 394.26 bhp and max torque of 696nm. It contains a single electric engine with 90kWh motor power. The top speed is up to 200km per hour and the acceleration speed from 0-100kmph is 4.8 seconds which indicates that this car is a pure power horse.

10. Audi e-tron GT:

When it comes to make the most attractive-looking cars built to perform, Audi reigns supreme. The Audi e-Tron GT is a fully electric car in India priced between 1-1.8Cr. It has a 5-seater capacity with automatic transmission and single electric engine. The car also comes with impressive specs like 300bhp max power, 664 nm torque and 95kWh battery capacity. The driving range is estimated to be around 395-484 km and the top speed around 200kmph. Currently, 3 variants are available in the e-Tron GT – 50, 55 and 55 Sportback.

Those are some of the best and latest electric-battery cars available in India. With more companies venturing into the EV market, we can expect many more innovations in the future. We won't be surprised if all major companies decide to go fully electric and the concept of petrol bunks become history soon!