Today electric cars are finally on a rise in the global market, and truly this is the essential step to a sustainable future. India too has caught up to the trend and major brands are developing and infiltrating the Indian market with electric cars and vehicles and the government too is taking up initiatives to catalyze this process. It is expected that in a span of two years, India may even become one of the leading manufacturers of electrical cars. Shifting to electric vehicles is the best you can do for yourself and everybody’s future.
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And if you are wondering where to make that shift, here are the top 5 electric vehicles in India.
Lets check out the top best electric cars in the India –
1. Tata Nexon EV –
Tata Motors is definitely the leading among the Indian EV manufacturers and has already successfully captured above 70% of the sales. The Nexon EV’s software has been recently upgraded by its makers and is overall a quite appreciable, user-friendly, and convenient experience for its customers. The revamped design of the car imitates the general SUV design, but only classier and sleeker.
For instance, the bonnet has been designed so as to provide better protection for pedestrians. It packs a 30.2 kWh battery and comes with two driving modes for the convenience of the users. While the ‘D’ mode consumes only 60% of the car’s potential, it is more than suitable and capable of driving smoothly, taking advantage of the traffic gaps, and executing turns.
The ‘sport’ mode is more than swift and can take up 100 kph from 0, in a matter of 9 seconds. The managing costs for the cars is four times lesser than it is for cars running on fuels. It is a stylish, smooth, and refined ride, and Tata has definitely set a high benchmark for its competitors and even for itself to cross. It has also received a 5-star rating at the global NCAP crash testing.
2. Tata Tigor EV –
There is no doubt that Tata is leading the EV industry since two of its creations have occupied the top of the list. As a 2017 electric car, it remains one of the top electric cars in India with amazing feedback. Sadly it isn’t yet buyable. The big auto-car modifications may not have been made in the external region of the car, but certainly on the inside.
The combustion engine’s place has been taken up by the EV’s 3-phase AC induction motor and a few other additional elements. AC and DC charging sockets have been made available in the car. It uses a 21.5 kWh lithium-ion battery and can travel up to 200 kilometers in one-time charging. It is a great option if you are looking to buy an electric family car, but speeding this model isn’t your best choice. However, it is still a smooth ride, especially with the absence of any engine noise.
3. Hyundai Kona Electric –
The five-seater premium electric car ranging around 23 lakhs by Hyundai has seen some extensive sales in a limited period. It comes in two battery options 64 kWh and 39.2 kWh. The 39.2 kWh battery pack is paired with a motor going at 136 PS and 395 Nm and can deliver an ideal range of 452 km. Within a mere 9.7 seconds, it can jumpstart to 100 km/h from a resting rate of 0 kph.
The Kona Electric comes with 50 kW fast charging. You can avail of four separate driving modes in this Hyundai model – Eco, Eco +, sport, and comfort, with paddles to control regenerative comforts breaking. It also comes with a sunroof, wireless charging, and many other comforts and convenience aspects. The Hyundai Kona electric also provides premium safety with its six airbags, rear camera, ISOFIX child seat anchorage, and much more. It is costlier than the former Tata models, however, its premium facilities and design are definitely worth investing in.
4. Mahindra E20 Plus –
This is a 4 seater hatchback and a successful second attempt of Mahindra’s. It is easy to charge and can be connected with a phone app with which you can pre-cool, lock and unlock your car. Moreover, this app can contact Mahindra if you run out of battery in the middle of the road and they can provide you with some extra mileage. This car comes in 3 variants named P2, P4, and P6 with 140km, 110 km, and 110km driving range respectively.
With a 3kW single phase 16A charger, the P2 variant charges in 7hours 20 minutes, and the P4 and P6 variants take 6 hours each. The P2 version is available with a 10kW three-phase 32A charger with which it can charge in 1 and a half hours. Their top speed is 80 km/h. They can go from 0- 40 km/h in 6.3 seconds and from 0-60 km/h in 14.1 seconds. With features like regenerative braking, direct-drive transmission, small turning radius, instant torque, low running, and maintenance cost, this car is one of the most attractive options for an electric car. The last recorded price starts at ₹ 7.6 lakh.
5. MG ZS EV-
The MG ZS EV is India’s first SUV and is one of the safest electric cars out there. Charging is not a problem as MG would install an AC charger at your home or office with which the car reaches 80% charge within 6-8 hours. They also come with a portable charger that can be connected to any 15A socket and the car will be charged within 16-18 hours.
This car has a battery capacity of 44.8 kWh and a range of 340 km. It can go from 0-100 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The car can be driven in three modes- Normal with balanced range and driving performance, Eco which prioritizes efficiency to provide the maximum driving range, and Sport to experience an exhilarating driving experience with an accelerated driving mode. This car starts at Rs 20.9 lakh.
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Electric cars are on the rise and it is the only possible sustainable future. So book yours early, invest in some essential car accessories and enjoy your sweet ride!
