While mass-market EVs have improved over the years, it is still the more expensive imported models that offer the best of the range.
In recent years, the trend of electric vehicles in India has increased rapidly. Many manufacturers now offer in the electric vehicle segment from electric hatchbacks and sedans to the more abundant SUVs/crossovers at various price points. Domestic carmaker Tata Motors has currently emerged as the strongest player in the EV space, having grabbed a major chunk of the market due to largely electric models such as the Nexon EV and Tigor EV, although the numbers will also increase as prices go up. increases. Available EVs. However, here we take a look at which EVs currently on sale in India will get you the farthest on a single charge. Note that this is based on figures cited by manufacturers, with real-world figures varying depending on a number of factors.
BMW i4 – 590 km. Claimed range up to
BMW’s all-electric i4 sedan tops the list with a range of 590 km on a single charge. Available in a single variant, the i4 uses an 83.9 kWh battery that is paired with a rear-axle mounted electric motor. The electric motor develops a respectable 335 bhp and 430 Nm of torque and can propel the electric sedan from 0-100kph in just 5.7 seconds. Priced at Rs 69.90 lakh (ex-showroom), the i4 can currently be booked online or at BMW dealerships, with deliveries slated to begin next month. In terms of design, the i4 doesn’t get a very stand out design with the overall design in line with the regular 4 Series Gran Coupe from the international markets, but with some design changes the model accounts for being an EV.
Kia EV6 – 528km . Claimed range up to
Kia had just launched its flagship EV in India a few days back, with all the 100 units scheduled for the country for 2022 already bidding. The sleek-looking crossover sits on parent company Hyundai’s purpose-built e-GMP platform, with the India-spec car only available with a massive 77.4 kWh under floor battery pack. Buyers have two drivetrains to choose from – a 226bhp and 350Nm single motor set-up that promises good range or a more powerful and energy-consuming AWD version with 320bhp and 650Nm. Kia says that the single motor set-up gives the EV6 a range of up to 528 km. For the all-wheel-drive model, this figure drops to 425 km.
Audi e-tron GT – 500 kms. claimed limit up to
Audi’s third e-tron model to arrive in India, the e-tron GT is definitely the sportiest looking EV from the Audi trio, with a subdued sports coupe inspired look and a strong powertrain. Priced at Rs 1.65 crore (ex-showroom), the e-tron GT offers sportscar look and performance as well as good seating for two adults at the rear. The low-slung GT can be offered in two variants, both promising plenty of performance and even some decent driving range. The ‘standard’ GT is available with a 523 bhp, 630 Nm all-wheel-drive powertrain, offering a claimed range of up to 500 km, which is just 4.1 seconds in a 0-100 kmph time. The Hot RS e-tron GT accelerates from 0-100 kmph in 3.3 seconds, reaching 637 bhp and 830 Nm. sacrifice? The range has been reduced to 481 km.
Audi e-tron SUV/Sportback – 484 kms. Claimed range up to
Compared to the GT, the e-tron SUV and Sportback offer a more stable option for everyday green motoring. In terms of styling, the e-tron sibling shares the typical Audi look with a restrained design similar to the traditional Audi SUV, but with elements such as a partially enclosed grille suggesting its all-electric underpinnings. There are two body styles to choose from – the SUV which is available with a choice of battery packs – the e-tron 50 and e-tron 55 – and the Sportback (e-tron 55 only) which sacrifices some space for a sportier look . The e-tron 50 packs a smaller 71kWh battery that gives the SUV a claimed range of up to 379 km. The 55 meanwhile makes a big use with a 95 kWh battery boosting range of up to 484km.
Jaguar I-Pace – 470 kms. claimed limit up to
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Off the list is Jaguar’s I-Pace electric SUV. Coming back in March 2018, the I-Pace is Jaguar’s first all-electric model, after which the company has confirmed that it will be all-electric in the coming years. Coming back to the I-Pace, the SUV diverges from Jaguar’s traditional SUV styling with a low slung look and car forward design with the battery pack sitting under the floor. For India, there is only one battery pack option – a 90kWh battery that gives the SUV a claimed range of up to 470 km. The dual-motor all-wheel-drive set-up makes 394 bhp and 696 Nm along with ample performance on offer.
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