5 best electric SUVs to buy in India

Electric SUVs those are affordable, good range and features

Looking for an affordable electric SUV with good range, premium features and strong value? India now has several exciting, best EV options, from the tech-loaded VinFast VF6 to the practical Tata Nexon EV, Punch EV, MG Windsor EV and Maruti eVitara. We compare top 5 electric SUVs you can buy in India based on price, battery range, features and overall value.

VinFast VF6

Vietnamese manufacturer VinFast recently entered the Indian market with the VinFast VF6 and VF7 electric SUV. The VF6 focuses mainly on tech and design.

The Vinfast VF6 price is Rs 17.29 lakh and comes with the 59.6 kWh battery pack. Buyer can choose between two configurations delivering up to 204 bhp and 310 Nm of torque.

Vinfast VF6 claims a range of 468 km. It comes with a big panoramic sunroof, head-up display, vegan leather upholstery and 12.9-inch touchscreen.

Tata Nexon EV

Tata Motors currently sells the Tata Nexon EV in India as one of its most popular electric SUVs. The Tata Nexon EV price starts from Rs 12.49 lakh, making it a strong rival of the cars like the VinFast VF6, Mahindra XUV400 and MG Windsor EV.

The Nexon EV is offered with 30 kWh and 45 kWh battery pack options. The 45 kWh version produces around 142 bhp and 215 Nm of torque, while the smaller battery version makes around 127 bhp and 215 Nm.

Tata Nexon EV claims a range of up to 489 km on the 45 kWh version. It gets features like a 12.3-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, connected car tech, ventilated front seats, panoramic sunroof, 6 airbags and Toyota-style Level 2 ADAS on higher variants.

Maruti Suzuki eVitara

Maruti Suzuki entered in the EV market with the first EV, the Maruti eVitara. The Maruti eVitara  focuses on range. Maruti eVitara price start from Rs 10.99 lakh under battery subscription structure.

This electric SUV comes with 49 kWh and 61kWh battery packs. The bigger version offering range up to 543 km (ARAI-certified).

The eVitara produces the power of 172 bhp. The interior comes with a dual-touch screen layout, ventilated seats and sliding rear seats making it best feature EV SUV in this price bracket.

MG Windsor EV

MG Windsor EV is one of the most popular and most selling electric cars from JSW MG Motor India. The MG Windsor EV price starts from Rs 9.99 lakh under the battery subscription structure, while the normal ex-showroom price starts around Rs 14 lakh.

This electric SUV comes with 38 kWh and 52.9 kWh battery pack options. The bigger Windsor EV Pro version offers a claimed range of up to 449 km on a full charge.

The MG Windsor EV produces 134 bhp and 200 Nm of torque. The interior feels premium with a big touchscreen, Infinity View glass roof, aero-Lounge rear seats, connected car features and Level 2 ADAS in higher variants, making it a strong feature-loaded EV in its price range.

Tata Punch EV

Tata Motors updated the Tata Punch EV with new bigger battery packs and better range. The new Tata Punch EV price starts from Rs 9.69 lakh, while the Battery-as-a-Service (Baas) price starts from around Rs 6.49 lakh with battery usage charges.

This electric SUV comes with 30 kWh and 40 kWh battery pack options. The bigger 40 kWh version offers up to 468 km ARAI-certified range and around 335–355 km real-world range.

The Tata Punch EV produces up to 127 bhp. The interior comes with dual 10.25-inch screens, ventilated front seats, sunroof, 360-degree camera and connected car tech, making it one of the most feature-loaded small EV SUVs in this price range.

FAQs:

Q. Which is the best electric SUV to buy in India under Rs 15 lakh?

The Tata Punch EV, Tata Nexon EV and MG Windsor EV are good options under Rs 15 lakh. These EVs offer good range, modern features and practical cabin space for daily city use.

Q. Which electric SUV offers the highest range Electric SUV?

The Maruti eVitara offers the highest claimed range in this list, with up to 543 km ARAI-certified range from its bigger 61 kWh battery pack.