Here is a list of top 5 electric and hybrid cars currently available under Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom) in the Indian market, take a look –
Tata Nexon EV
The Tata Nexon EV is currently the most affordable electric SUV in the Indian market, with prices for the entry-level variants of the Prime series ranging from Rs 14.99 lakh to Rs 20.04 lakh (both prices, ex-showroom). The top-end variant of the Max variant.
The Nexon EV Prime gets a 30.2 kWh battery pack that offers a range of 312 km, while the Nexon EV Max gets a larger 40.5 kWh unit that can help cover 437 on a single charge. Both models get the same electric motor, with one producing 129 PS in the prime variant, while the Nexon EV Max has a power output of 143 PS, which allows the EV to sprint from 0 to 100 kmph in 9 seconds. Helps with speed.
Toyota Urban Cruiser Header
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hider was launched in the Indian market earlier this month with prices ranging from Rs 15.11 lakh to Rs 18.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The hybrid SUV gets a 1.5-litre NA petrol engine, which is mated to an AC synchronous motor that produces 116 PS and powers the front wheels via an e-CVT gearbox. Toyota Haider There is a claimed mileage of up to 27.97 kmpl.
On the features front, the Toyota Hyryder SUV gets a 9-inch infotainment system, panoramic sunroof, cruise control, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, a semi-digital instrument cluster, 17-inch alloy wheels, etc. It is currently the cheapest strong hybrid car in the Indian market.
Honda City E: HEV
Honda City e: HEV, to be known as City Hybrid, was launched earlier this year as the first mass market strong hybrid car in the country. Unlike the single AC synchronous electric motor seen on the aforementioned Toyota Urban Cruiser Hybrid, the powertrain of the Honda City E: HEV uses two electric motors paired with a 1.5-litre petrol engine. This results in power and torque outputs of 126 PS and 253 Nm respectively.
Priced at Rs 19.89 lakh, the Honda City Hybrid has a claimed fuel efficiency of 26.5 kmpl. With a 40-litre fuel tank, the City e:HEV has an effective range of 1000+ kms on a full tank. The hybrid sedan also gets ADAS technology including autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, etc.
Hyundai Kona Electric
The Kona Electric was launched in 2019 as Hyundai’s first fully electric car in India, and remains the company’s only EV even after 3 years. Available at a base price of Rs 23.84 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kona Electric is equipped with a 39.2 kWh battery pack, which powers the electric motor with 136 PS and 395 Nm of output. It has an ARAI-certified range of 452 km and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 9.7 seconds.
Features offered with the Hyundai Kona Electric include a seven-inch free-standing touchscreen infotainment system, an electric sunroof, automatic climate control, wireless phone charging, ventilated front seats, cruise control and a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat . lumbar support.
MG ZS EV
The MG ZS EV got a facelift in March this year, and the update brings a lot of changes including a new design, bigger battery pack and more range. It now gets a 50.3 kWh battery pack that offers a claimed range of 461 km on a single full charge. The front-mounted electric motor produces 176 PS of power and 280 Nm of torque, which enables the MG EV to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 8.5 seconds.
The ZS EV gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, 360-degree camera and rear drive assist features including blind spot detection, lane change assist, rear cross traffic alert, panoramic sunroof. -Smart connected car technology, wireless charging, digital Bluetooth keys, and more.