The rising prices of petrol and diesel, along with stricter pollution control rules, have encouraged many Indians to shift towards electric vehicles.
When electric cars are available between Rs 5 lakh and Rs 10 lakh—affordable, stylish, and environment-friendly—it becomes a smart choice. Here’s a list of some affordable and good electric cars you can consider.
MG Comet EV
MG Comet EV is India’s most affordable and ideal electric car for city use. Its ex-showroom price is Rs 6.99 lakh, but under the BaaS scheme, you can buy it starting from Rs 5 lakh.
It comes with a 17.3 kWh battery offering a range of 230 km. For charging, it takes 7 hours with a 3.3 kW AC charger
and charges from 0 to 80% in 5.5 hours using a DC fast charger. Key features include two 10.25-inch screens (infotainment and driver display), LED lights, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
This car is a great choice for those dealing with city traffic and parking issues.
Tata Tiago EV
The Tata Tiago EV is known for its strong performance and safety, starting at Rs 7.99 lakh.
It comes in two battery options—19.2 kWh offering 250 km range, and 24 kWh with a 350 km range.
It delivers 74 bhp power and 170 Nm torque. With a DC fast charger, it can go from 10% to 80% charge in just 58 minutes.
Key features include a 7-inch touchscreen, 8-speaker Harman sound system, and automatic climate control. Its 4-star GNCAP safety rating makes it a good family car.
Tata Punch EV
Tata Punch EV is considered the most affordable electric SUV in India under Rs 10 lakh.
It has a 25 kWh battery with a range of up to 315 km and can charge from 0 to 80% in just 56 minutes using a DC fast charger.
Features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen, cruise control, connected car tech, 350 liters of boot space, and a 5-star safety rating.
Thanks to its SUV look, strong performance, and high safety, it is ideal for people who travel long distances daily.
