The Indian electric car market is moving really fast, with a host of models promising some impressive feature lists and driving experiences. However, a few of the best models come with excellent range, modern features, and advanced safety features with the launch of certain electric cars in 2024. In this article, we go through the top electric cars in India for 2024 and detail their specifications, features, and pricing.
MG ZS EV: Power, Performance, and Safety
The MG ZS EV is a powerful 5-seater SUV that can cover 461 km on a single charge. The Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor produces 174.33 bhp and 280 Nm torque. The ZS EV features a single-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive-FWD for seamless performance.
The MG ZS EV is an SUV that has safety features to the fore, courtesy of its 5-star rating at Euro NCAP. Key safety features include a total of 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, traction control, ISOFIX child-seat mounts, and advanced driver assistance. Other key safety features that enhance its credentials further easily are hill assist, reverse camera, and tire pressure monitoring.
MG ZS EV prices begin at ₹20.20 lakh and go all the way up to ₹26.87 lakh for the range-topping variant.
Comet EV: Small, Frugal, and Affordable
The MG Comet EV is a compact 4-seater hatchback with a 230km range on single charge. It’s powered by a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor that produces 42bhp and 110nm torque. And it’s an automatic RWD transmission; it’s quite practical for urban commuting.
Safety features of MG Comet EV include ABS, EBD, ESP, and ISOFIX mounts. Other feature lists consist of dual airbags, a reverse camera, and seatbelt reminders. Though this car has not been tested by NCAP, with child locks and speed-sensing door locks, it promises some of the key safety features.
The MG Comet EV is one of the most affordable electric cars. It comes for ₹7.36 lakh for the base variant, while the top version costs ₹9.99 lakh.
BYD E6 Electric: Full-size and Dependable
The BYD E6 Electric is a 5-seat MPV with a range of up to 415 km on one charge. Its single AC Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor puts out 93.87 bhp and 180 Nm torque. The E6 has a front-wheel-drive drivetrain coupled with 1-gear automatic transmission for linear acceleration.
The safety features include 4 airbags, ABS, EBD, and traction control. It gets hill assist, a reverse camera, and ISOFIX mounts. It also gets keyless central locking, seatbelt warnings, and a tire pressure monitoring system.
The BYD E6 Electric is available in India at ₹34.58 lakh, positioning itself as a premium electric MPV.
Tata Tiago EV: Most Affordable Electric Hatchback
The Tata Tiago EV is a 5-seater hatchback model that has a range of 221 km per charge. A Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor developing 110 Nm of torque powers the car. The car does well with an automatic transmission and FWD for in-city drives.
The Global NCAP rating for the Tiago EV is 4-stars. ABS, EBD, dual airbags, and rear parking sensor have made it a commendable car in terms of safety. More features like ISOFIX mounts, speed warnings, and seatbelt reminders add to the security of the vehicle.
The Tata Tiago EV remains one of the entry-level cheapest electric cars, whose prices range from ₹6.99 lakh to ₹9.53 lakh.