The Indian automobile industry is expected to greet the year 2023 on an upbeat note, with several platforms such as hybrid, mild hybrid and electric vehicles expected to be launched in the next 12 months. From affordable cars to high-end vehicles, 2023 will focus on EVs and the Indian auto market is expected to see some big launches. From Mahindra’s first proper EV XUV400 to Citroen’s first electric car C3 EV and MG’s second EV MG Air, a lot is in the pipeline. Here is a list of top new electric vehicles coming to India in 2023.
MG Air EV
The MG Air EV is a three-door urban electric city car that will be the second EV from MG Motor India after the MG ZS EV. The MG Air EV is a rebadged Wuling Air EV sold in the Indonesian market. The Air EV gets a 25-kWh battery pack and 50 kW motor, with a driving range of around 200 km on a single charge. The MG Air EV is expected to be priced in the sub-Rs 20 lakh segment and will get premium features like dual 10.25-inch digital displays in the instrument cluster and infotainment center as well as connected car technology.
Mahindra XUV400 EV
Mahindra unveiled the XUV400 as its first electric SUV, which is also the fastest electric car manufactured in India. The XUV400 can accelerate from standstill to 100 kmph in 8.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 150 kmph. The Mahindra XUV400 is essentially the Mahindra eXUV300 that was showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo and is based on the XUV300 ICE SUV. This will include high-precision microcontrollers for the smart vehicle control unit and battery management system, as well as the highest level of safety compliance as per global standards.
Tata Altroz EV
Tata Motors has proved its mettle in the electric vehicle industry and has established itself as the largest electric car manufacturer in the country with cars like Tata Nexon EV, Tata Tigor EV and the recently launched Tata Tiago EV. The automaker from India showcased the all-electric Altroz premium hatchback at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show and is expected to bring the EV to the Indian market soon. The Tata Altroz EV is based on the same ALFA platform which has been adapted to electrification. It is expected to get a range of over 350 km and a price tag of Rs 10-12 lakh.
Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 will be the flagship product in Hyundai’s line-up and the second electric car from the South Korean automaker after the Kona EV. It shares its platform with the Kia EV6, but the Ioniq 5 will be assembled in India. The EV gets 58 kW and 77.4 kW battery packs in the international market, while the Indian market is expected to get a 72.2 kWh battery pack that returns 631km (ARAI-claimed) mileage. The Ioniq 5 will most likely be priced under the EV6, and will be priced under Rs 50 lakh.
Citroen C3 EV
Last on our list is the Citroën C3 electric car, which will also be the French brand’s first electric car and first electric subcompact SUV. It will be largely identical to the C3 ICE variant, with a few more features than the C3, such as cruise control, rear wiper and washer, as well as automatic climate control. It could have a claimed range of 350 km and an estimated price tag of Rs 10 lakh-12 lakh, making it the most affordable electric SUV in India.