EVs with higher range make practical sense since the user is not hassled by the need to frequently recharge their vehicle
Recharging an electric car requires the user to follow a specific procedure, which can feel annoying at times. For example, one has to search for an available charging station, park the vehicle close to the charger, execute the charging instructions, make payment, etc. Even at home, one has to follow the charging protocols.
To avoid such hassles, it is better to choose an electric car that has a high range. With such an EV, you can avoid frequent charging tasks. Intercity travels will also become a lot easier with an electric car that has a high range. If you are looking for an electric car with high range, here are some options you can consider.
Mahindra XEV 9e - This is currently one of the most advanced EV options in the mainstream segment. Two battery pack options are on offer, a 59-kWh unit with a range of 542 km and a 79-kWh pack with 656 km of range. The electric motor generates 285 PS and 380 Nm of torque. Key USPs of Mahindra XEV 9e include Level 2+ ADAS, 43-inch triple-screen infotainment system and an advanced AI-based interface. XEV 9e is available at a starting price of Rs 21.9 lakh.
Tata Harrier EV - Tata has launched the Harrier EV at an introductory offer price of Rs 21.49 lakh. Two battery pack options are on offer, a 65 kWh and a 75-kWh unit. Max range is up to 627 km. Real world range estimate, as per Tata's C75 algorithm, is around 505 km. RWD variant has 238 PS of peak power, whereas the dual-motor variant has 504 Nm of combined torque output. Harrier EV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around 6.3 seconds.
Mahindra BE 6 - Similar to the XEV 9e, the Mahindra BE 6 utilizes the 59 kWh and 79 kWh battery packs. However, being smaller and lightweight, it has a higher range of 556 km and 682 km, respectively. BE 6 can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just around 6.7 seconds. Key features include twin 12.3-inch screens, 5G connectivity, AI powered vehicle management system and 16-speaker Harman Kardon audio system. Mahindra BE 6 is available in the price range of Rs 18.90 lakh to Rs 26.90 lakh.
Tata Curvv EV - Available with battery pack options of 45 kWh and 55 kWh, Tata Curvv EV has a range of 502 km and 585 km, respectively. All variants of Tata Curvv EV are available in FWD format. The SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in around 8.6 seconds. Key features include Level 2 ADAS with 20 safety features, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, dual-zone climate control, panoramic sunroof and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Tata Curvv EV is available at a starting price of Rs 17.49 lakh.
MG Windsor Pro - This is available with a 52.9 kWh battery pack, offering a range of up to 449 km. With 60 kW DC fast charging, users can achieve 20-80% charge in just around 45 minutes. Some of the key features include 360-degree camera, a 15.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster, 9-speaker Infinity audio system, ventilated seats and V2L capability (vehicle to load). MG Windsor Pro is available at a starting price of Rs 17.25 lakh.
As is evident, quite a few good electric car options are available with high range. You can also consider other available options such as MG Astor (461 km range) and Hyundai Creta Electric (390 km - 473 km range).
By the end of this year, there will be more options to choose from. Some of the upcoming electric cars in India in 2025 include the Mahindra XEV 4e, Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara, Kia Carens Clavis EV and Toyota Urban Cruiser EV. If you can wait, you can have more options to choose from.
