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1. Tata Nexon EV Facelift (2023–2025)

• Price: ₹14.50 – ₹19.50 lakh (ex-showroom)
• Range: 325–465 km (claimed)
• Ground Clearance: 205 mm
• Why it’s good: Proven Indian EV, rugged build, service support, improved range & features in latest facelift.

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Tata Nexon EV Facelift: Variants, Range & Specs

Variants 

It comes in two battery versions:

Variant	Battery (kWh)	Claimed Range (ARAI)	Fast Charging (10-80%)
Nexon.ev MR (Medium Range)	30 kWh	325 km	~56 min (DC 50 kW)
Nexon.ev LR (Long Range)	40.5 kWh	465 km	~56 min (DC 50 kW)

key factory and features:-

Feature	Nexon.ev MR	Nexon.ev LR
Power Output	95 kW (127 hp)	106.4 kW (143 hp)
Torque	215 Nm	215 Nm
0-100 km/h	~9.2 seconds	~8.9 seconds
Drive Modes	Eco, City, Sport	Eco, City, Sport
Suspension	Tuned for Indian roads	Same
Ground Clearance	205 mm	205 mm
Boot Space	350 litres	350 litre

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Top Features

• 12.3” Floating Touchscreen (XZ+ Lux trims)
• 10.25” Digital Instrument Cluster
• 9-speaker JBL Sound System (in higher trims)
• Touch-based HVAC control panel
• 360° Camera with blind view monitor
• Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• Arcade.ev app suite (OTT apps in-car)
• Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) & Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) charging
• Front LED light bar with charge indicator animation
• Auto-dimming IRVM, air purifier, sunroof

Safety

• 6 Airbags (in top trims)
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Hill Hold & Descent Control
• ISOFIX child mounts
• Rear parking camera (360° in higher trims)

Variant	Price Range (Approx)
Nexon.ev MR	₹14.49 – ₹17.19 lakh
Nexon.ev LR	₹18.19 – ₹19.49 lakh

2. Mahindra XUV400 EV

• Price: ₹15.50 – ₹17.50 lakh
• Range: 375 – 456 km
• Ground Clearance: 200 mm
• Why it’s good: Solid SUV proportions, good performance, made for Indian roads.

The XUV400 EV is offered in two main variants based on battery pack size:

Variant	Battery Pack	Claimed Range (ARAI)	Fast Charging (0–80%)
EC (Base)	34.5 kWh	375 km	~50 min (DC 50 kW)
EL (Top)	39.4 kWh	456 km	~50 min (DC 50 kW)

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Feature	Specification
Motor Power	110 kW (147.5 hp)
Torque	310 Nm
Drivetrain	Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)	8.3 seconds (claimed)
Top Speed	150 km/h (electronically limited)
Ground Clearance	~200 mm (unofficial but SUV-like)
Boot Space	378 litres
Drive Modes	Fun, Fast, Fearless
Steering Modes	Comfort, Normal, Sport

 

Variant	Price Range
EC (Base)	₹15.49 – ₹16.74 lakh
EL (Top, 39.4 kWh)	₹17.49 lakh

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Top Features

• 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Wired Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• Digital instrument cluster (part-digital)
• 6 airbags (in EL variant)
• Rear camera with guidelines
• Push-button start, smart key
• All-black interior with blue accents
• Leatherette seats with contrast stitching
• Sunroof (EL variant)
• 16-inch diamond-cut alloys

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Safety & Build

• 6 airbags (top variant)
• ABS with EBD
• ISOFIX mounts
• Rear parking sensors + camera
• Expected 4- or 5-star GNCAP (based on XUV300’s structure)

3. MG ZS EV

• Price: ₹18.98 – ₹25.00 lakh
• Range: 461 km
• Ground Clearance: 177 mm
• Why it’s good: Premium feel, spacious, good power, proven on Indian roads.

Battery, Range & Charging

Feature	Specification
Battery Pack	50.3 kWh (Lithium-ion)
Claimed Range	461 km (ARAI certified)
Real-World Range	~320–350 km (city/highway mix)
Fast Charging (50 kW)	0–80% in ~60 minutes
AC Home Charging (7.4 kW)	6–7 hours

Performance & Dimensions

Feature	Specification
Motor Output	130 PS (≈127 hp), 280 Nm torque
Top Speed	140 km/h
0–100 km/h	~8.5 seconds
Drivetrain	Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Ground Clearance	177 mm
Boot Space	470 litres
Wheelbase	2585 mm

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Top Features

• 10.1” HD Touchscreen Infotainment System
• Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• 7” Digital Instrument Cluster
• 360° Camera with AI-based guide lines
• Panoramic Sunroof
• PM2.5 Air Filter & Cabin Air Purifier
• Connected car tech (i-SMART, 75+ features)
• Rain-sensing wipers, auto headlamps
• Powered driver seat
• Rear AC vents

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Safety Features

• 6 Airbags
• ESP, Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control
• All 4 Disc Brakes
• TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitor)
• ISOFIX Mounts
• Adaptive Cruise Control (in international trims)

Variant	Price (Approx.)
Excite	₹18.98 lakh
Exclusive Pro	₹24.98 lakh

4. Tata Punch EV

• Price: ₹10.99 – ₹15.49 lakh
• Range: 315 – 421 km
• Ground Clearance: 190 mm
• Why it’s good: Compact, efficient, affordable, great for city + village roads, new-age features

Tata Punch EV – Range & Specifications (2024–2025)

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Battery, Range & Charging

Variant	Battery Pack	Claimed Range (ARAI)	Fast Charging (DC 50kW)
Punch.ev MR	25 kWh	315 km	~56 min (10–80%)
Punch.ev LR	35 kWh	421 km	~56 min (10–80%)

• AC Charging (3.3kW charger): 9.4 hrs (MR), 13.5 hrs (LR)
• AC Charging (7.2kW home wallbox): 3.6 hrs (MR), 5 hrs (LR)

Feature	Specification
Motor Output (MR)	60 kW (80 hp), 114 Nm torque
Motor Output (LR)	90 kW (120 hp), 190 Nm torque
0–100 km/h	~9.5 seconds (LR), ~13.5 sec (MR)
Ground Clearance	190 mm
Boot Space	366 litres
Wheelbase	2445 mm
Drive Type	Front-Wheel Drive
Platform	ALFA architecture (EV-optimized)

Top Features (by variant)

• 10.25” Infotainment Touchscreen (XZ+ Lux variant)
• 10.25” Fully Digital Instrument Cluster
• 360° Camera with blind spot view
• Sunroof (top trims)
• Wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• Touch-based HVAC controls
• Arcade.ev app suite (in-car apps/entertainment)
• IP67-rated battery + motor for water protection

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Safety Features

• 6 Airbags (top variants)
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• ABS with EBD
• Hill Hold Control
• Rear Parking Camera & Sensors
• ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Price (Ex-showroom India)

Variant	Price Range
Punch.ev MR	₹10.99 – ₹13.29 lakh
Punch.ev LR	₹12.99 – ₹15.49 lakh

5. Hyundai Kona Electric.

• Price: ~₹25 lakh
• Range: ~452 km
• Ground Clearance: 170 mm (a bit low for very rough roads)
• Why it’s good: Smooth and tech-rich but more suitable for urban use.

Hyundai Kona Electric – Range & Specifications (2024–2025 Model)

Feature	Specification
Battery Pack	39.2 kWh (Li-ion Polymer)
Claimed Range (ARAI)	452 km
Real-World Range	300–340 km (city + highway mix)
Fast Charging (DC 50 kW)	0–80% in 57 minutes
AC Charging (7.2 kW)	~6 hours 10 minutes (0–100%)

Performance & Dimensions

Feature	Specification
Power Output	136 PS (100 kW), 395 Nm torque
0–100 km/h	~9.7 seconds
Top Speed	~155 km/h
Drive Type	Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
Ground Clearance	172 mm
Boot Space	332 litres
Kerb Weight	~1535 kg

Top Features

• 10.25” Touchscreen Infotainment (Android Auto/Apple CarPlay)
• Digital Instrument Cluster
• Dual-zone Climate Control
• Electric Sunroof
• Ventilated Front Seats
• Wireless Phone Charging
• Smart Key with Push Button Start
• LED Headlamps and DRLs
• Regenerative Braking (4 levels)

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Safety Features

• 6 Airbags
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Hill-Start Assist
• Rear Parking Camera
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• All 4 Disc Brakes
• ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Price (Ex-showroom India)

Variant	Price (Approx.)
Kona Electric	₹23.84 lakh – ₹24.30 lakh