The festive season is a time when most Indians bring home a new car, and if you’re also planning to switch to an EV (electric vehicle) and looking for a model with over 400km of range on a single charge, fret not; we’re here to help you. Here, check out the five EVs priced under Rs 20 lakh that claim over 400km of range and deserve a place on your shortlist: –
Kia Syros EV
- Claimed Range: up to 526 km
- Price Range: Rs 13.49 – 20 lakh (ex-showroom)
The Kia Syros EV is the most affordable car on our list that claims up to 500km of range. It comes with two battery pack options: 42 kWh and 51 kWh, paired with a front-axle-mounted motor that produces 135PS/255Nm with the smaller battery and 171PS/255Nm with the larger unit.
| Battery | 42 kWh (Standard Range) | 51.4 kWh (Extended Range) |
| No of electric motor(s) | 1 | 1 |
| Claimed range (MIDC Part 1 + Part 2) | 443 kms | 526 kms |
| Max Power | 135 PS | 171 PS |
| Peak Torque | 255 Nm | 255 Nm |
| 100kW DC Fast Charging Time (10-80%) | 39 mins | 39 mins |
| 11kW AC Fast Charging Time (10-100%) | 4 hrs | 4 hrs 50 min |
In terms of features, it comes equipped with automatic projector headlamps, panoramic sunroof, powered driver’s seat, front & rear ventilated seats, slide & recline functions for the rear seats, dual-dashcam, twin connected displays, Harman Kardon sound system, 64-colour ambient lighting, digital key support, front, side & rear parking sensors, 6 airbags, and much more. Head here for the variant-wise feature details.
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Maruti Suzuki eVitara
- Claimed Range: up to 543km
- Price Range: Rs 16.19 – 20.21 lakh (ex-showroom); BaaS price starts from Rs 10.99 lakh + Rs 3.99/km battery rental
The eVitara is Maruti Suzuki’s sole electric offering in the country, which claims a range of up to 543 km from its larger 61 kWh battery pack. Offered in three variants Delta, Zeta and Alpha, the EV is also available with a smaller 49 kWh unit, with a range promise of 49kWh on a single charge. Let’s take a look at its specifications: –
| Battery Pack | 49 kWh | 61 kWh |
| WLTP-Claimed Range | 344 km | 543 km |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Max Power | 144 PS | 174 PS |
| Peak Torque | 192.5 Nm | 192.5 Nm |
| DC Fast Charging Time (10 to 80%) | 45 mins | 45 mins |
| AC charging with 7 kW home charger (10 to 80%) | 6.5 hrs | 9 hrs |
| AC charging with 11 kW home charger (10 to 80%) | 4.5 hrs | 5.5 hrs |
The eVitara is one of the most feature-loaded Maruti Suzuki offerings, with key amenities including ventilated front-row seats, fixed glass roof, 10-way powered driver seat, 10-step reclining & sliding rear seats, separately folding rear seat backs (40:20:40 configuration), a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 10.1-inch digital driver’s display, a 10-speaker Infinity sound system, 360-degree camera, 7 airbags, and Level-2 ADAS. The SUV has also received a five-star Bharat NCAP safety rating.
Tata Sierra EV
- Claimed Range: up to 535 km (for variants which fall under Rs 20 lakh)
- Price Range: Rs 18.79 – 26.48 lakh (ex-showroom)
Three variants of the Tata Sierra EV (Pure, Pure ACFC, and Pure S) equipped with a 63 kWh battery pack fall under the Rs 20 lakh mark, offering upto 565km on the MIDC cycle. Powering these variants is a rear-axle-mounted motor that generates 238PS and 315Nm. They also support 120kW DC fast charging, which can juice up its battery pack from 20% to 80% in just 26 minutes.
| Battery Pack | 63 kWh |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| No. of electric motor(s) | 1 |
| C75 Range | 440- 460 km |
| Claimed Range (MIDC Part 1+2) | 535km |
| Max Power | 238PS |
| Peak Torque | 315Nm |
| Charging Time via 7.2kW (10% to 100%) | 8.9 hours |
The Sierra EV is also available with a larger 75kWh battery pack that offers a claimed range of 665km. However, variants equipped with this battery pack are priced above Rs 20 lakh. Tap here for more details.
Mahindra BE 6 SPORTEQ
- Claimed Range: up to 573km (for the Pack One variant, which falls under Rs 20 lakh)
- Price Range: Rs 19.45 – 26.95 lakh (ex-showroom)
| Battery Size | 59 kWh | |
| With BaaS | Without BaaS | |
| BE 6 SPORTEQ Pack One | Rs 11.45 lakh + Battery rental of Rs 3.75 per km | Rs 19.45 lakh (ex-showroom price, without charger) |
The base-spec Pack One variant of the Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq is priced under Rs 20 lakh and claims a generous range of 573km with its 59 kWh battery pack. Offered with a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) setup, the electrified SUV makes 232PS and 380Nm.
| Battery Pack | 59 kWh |
| No. of electric motor(s) | 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear-wheel-drive (RWD) |
| Max Power | 232PS |
| Peak Torque | 380Nm |
| Claimed Range (MIDC Part 1 + Part 2) | 573km |
| AC Charging Time (0-100%) | 8.7 hrs (via 7.2 kW) 6 hrs (via 11.2 kW) |
| DC Charging Time (20-80%) | 20 mins (via 140 kW) |
| Regen Levels | L0, L1, L2, L3 |
Despite being the entry-level variant, the BE 6 Sporteq Pack One is extremely well-loaded with equipment like 18-inch wheels, automatic bi-LED headlamps with DRLs,rain-sensing wipers, a twin 12.3-inch connected display setup for the instrument cluster and infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, built-in Alexa, 6 speakers, connected car tech, cruise control, auto AC, rear AC vents, cabin pre-cooling function, electronic brake booster, driver drowsiness detection, electronic parking brakes, and much more.
MG Hector Tomahawk EV
- Claimed Range: up to 517km
- Price Range: Rs 19.49 – 23.49 lakh (ex-showroom), BaaS price ranges between Rs 13.99 – 17.49 lakh + battery rental of Rs 4.90 per km
With prices starting from Rs 19.50 lakh (ex-showroom), only the base-spec Excite variant of the MG Tomahawk EV qualifies for our list. But if you opt for the battery subscription model, then you can consider any variant, as all of them are priced under Rs 20 lakh.
Measuring 4,745mm in length, the MG Tomahawk EV is essentially a rebadged version of the Wuling Eksion/Starlight 560 sold in international markets. It comes with a sole 69.2kWh battery, paired with a single-motor setup. Let’s take a look at its specifications: –
| Battery Pack | 69.2 kWh |
| No. of electric motor(s) | 1 |
| Claimed Range (MIDC Part 1 + Part 2) | 517 km |
| Max Power | 204 PS |
| Peak Torque | 320 Nm |
| Claimed Acceleration (0-100 kmph) | 8.2 seconds |
Regarding features, it is also generously loaded like other EVs on our list.
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