Affordable Electric Cars in India: If you are planning to buy an electric car and your budget is under Rs 12 lakh then you have many good choices in India. Some cars are fully affordable from the start. Others come with a Battery-as-a-Service plan, where you pay less money first and then pay monthly for the battery use. Here are five electric cars you can think about if you want to switch to EV.
MG Comet EV
The MG Comet EV is one of the cheapest electric cars you can buy in India right now. The driving range goes up to 230 km on a full charge.
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The regular price of the car begins at Rs 7.62 lakh ex-showroom. But if you go for the Battery-as-a-Service option, you only pay Rs 4.99 lakh at first. After that, you pay Rs 3.2 per kilometre every month for using the battery.
Tata Tiago EV
The Tata Tiago EV is a small electric hatchback that works well for daily use. The starting price is Rs 7.99 lakh ex-showroom for the medium-range model. This version comes with a 19.2 kWh battery. The company claims it can run up to 223 km on a single charge. It is simple, practical and easy to maintain.
Tata Punch EV
The new 2026 Tata Punch EV comes with better features and a bigger battery than before. The medium-range model has a 30 kWh battery. It gives a C75 real-world range of about 260 km. The starting price is Rs 9.69 lakh ex-showroom. If you pick the Battery-as-a-Service option, you only pay Rs 6.49 lakh at first. Then you pay Rs 2.60 per kilometre every month as battery rental. This makes it more affordable for many families.
Maruti Suzuki eVitara
Maruti Suzuki has also entered the electric SUV market with the eVitara. This SUV is offered under a subscription model to lower the buying cost. The starting price under this plan is Rs 10.99 lakh ex-showroom. The monthly battery rental is Rs 3.99 per kilometre. The base model gets a 49 kWh battery. It can travel up to 443 km on a full charge. This makes it one of the longest range options in this price group.
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MG Windsor EV
If you want more cabin space, the MG Windsor EV is also an option. Under the Battery-as-a-Service plan, the starting price is Rs 9.99 lakh ex-showroom. The monthly battery rental charge is Rs 3.90 per kilometre. The base version has a 38 kWh battery pack. It offers a claimed driving range of up to 332 km.
