Electric vehicles are making a change in society with their petroleum and CNG-free approach. They are not only pocket friendly but also a light in the darkness as they do not create air pollution. Electric cars in India under 10 lakhs are the best option to consider for those who are thinking of buying a new car. These cars come with a number of features and modern technologies apart from them working on electricity as fuel.
Team Trend To Review has curated a list of the best electric cars in India under 10 lakhs which you can get now or by the end of 2023 (according to the expected release date). Get a quick look at the table below before jumping to the detailed description of all the electric cars in India under 10 lakhs.
| Available/Upcoming Electric Cars In India | Range (*On Full-Charge) | Top Speed | Starting Price |
| Kia Soul EV | 250-350 km | 145 kmph | Rs. 1o.0-15.0 lakhs |
| GWM Ora R1 electric car | 300-350 kms | 102 kmph | Rs. 6.3-8.5 lakhs |
| Tata Tigor Electric Sedan | 300-350 kms | 120 kmph | Rs. 10.0-13.14 lakhs |
| Tata Tiago EV | 100-130 kms | 135 kmph | Rs. 10.0-15.0 lakhs |
| Renault Kwid EV (City KZ-E) | 250-370 kms | 105 kmph | Rs. 5.0-7.0 lakhs |
| Mahindra eKUV100 | 120-140 kms | 75 kmph | Rs. 8.0-9.0 lakhs |
| Maruti Suzuki WagonR EV | 250-300 kms | N/A | Rs. 9.0-10.0 lakhs |
| Haima Bird EV1 | 200-300 kms | 120 kmph | Rs. 9.0-12.0 lakhs |
Let us start the list of best electric cars in India under 10 lakhs. First, we will discuss the cars that are now available, in the latter section of the post, we will discuss the upcoming electric cars in India.
Electric cars available in India
1. Kia Soul EV
This was the first electric car launched by Kia which was showcased at the Auto Expo 2020. Kia Soul EV comes with a number of features which brought it to the list of best electric cars in India under 10 lakhs. One of the features is its synchronous motor.
Battery Size: 67.5 kWh
Charging Time: 7 hrs and a DC fast charge of 80 per cent in an hour
2. GWM Ora R1 electric car
The Ora R1 electric car comes from the Chinese brand GWM (Great Wall Motors). It brings along fantastic connectivity features with an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system to the electric cars in India under 10 lakhs. Its synchronous motor is another of its speciality, with a 300-350 km range.
Battery Size: 33kWh
Charging Time: 9-10 hrs and DC fast charge 80 per cent in an hour
3. Tata Tigor Electric Sedan
Tata Tigor Electric Sedan, launched by the hometown brand Tata has come with a more powerful battery compared with its other variants, i.e. a 26kWh lithium-ion battery pack that generates a torque of 170 Nm and 75 hp power.
Battery Size: 26 kWh
Charging Time: 60 minutes (Fast Charging)
Upcoming electric cars in India
Moving forward with the upcoming electric cars in India under 10 lakhs, which is heartily awaited by the masses. The launch of many of the below-mentioned cars was delayed due to the pandemic in 2021, but brands are all set for their release by the end of the year 2023.
4. Tata Tiago EV
Tata Tiago EV has a 3-phase AC induction motor which provides a quick charging option. If you are looking for electric cars in India under 10 lakhs, with decent mileage and quick charging, this electric car will definitely suit you, just wait for a little while.
Battery Size: 85 kWh
Charging Time: 90 minutes
5. Renault Kwid EV (City KZ-E)
Coming to one of the most awaited upcoming electric cars in India under 10 lakhs, Renault Kwid EV (City KZ-E). This EV is based on the KZ-E concept and CMF-A platform. This version of EV Renault is very similar to Renault Kwid and has a lot of similarities. The super fast charging is one of the best features of this electric car.
Battery Size: 26.8 kWh
Charging Time: 4 hrs and DC fast charge 80 per cent in 40 minutes
6. Mahindra eKUV100
Unveiling the ‘Future of Mobility’, Mahindra & Mahindra has brought the idea of sustainability to the Mahindra eKUV100. The car is still on the list of upcoming electric cars in India under 10 lakhs but has already gained the attention of thousands of crowds with its induction motor, supercharging speed, driving range and budget-friendly price.
Battery Size: 15.9kWh
Charging Time: 6-8 hrs and DC fast charge 80 per cent in 55 min
7. Maruti Suzuki WagonR EV
Maruti Suzuki WagonR EV is yet another car that was to be released early but became one of the upcoming cars in India under 10 lakhs due to Covid-19. The company claims that it comes with a battery that charges 80% within an hour and can go to a driving range of 130 km. Let’s see if it becomes among the electric cars in India under 10 lakhs which satisfies the users.
Battery Size: 50 kWh
Charging Time: 7 hrs and DC fast charge 80 per cent in an hour
8. Haima Bird EV1
Coming from the Chinese brand Haima Automobiles, this EV was displayed at Auto Expo 2020 event and is yet to make an entry into the market. It’s a small car with a tallboy design that is helpful in liberating maximum internal space. The EV has a permanent magnet synchronous motor which powers the car and gives it a mileage of 200-300km/charge.
Battery Size: 20.5kWh and 28.5kWh (two options)
Charging Time: 9-11 hrs
Conclusion
We shared with you details of eight amazing electric cars in India under 10 lakhs. If you liked any of them, you would need an early booking for making a purchase due to their popularity. We suggest you check all the specifications and compare the features of all the electric cars in India under 10 lakhs before making your purchase.
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