The electric vehicle (EV) market in India is on the rise, offering consumers a variety of choices, from mass-market to luxury segments. One significant concern that remains for prospective EV buyers in India is the range an electric car can cover on a full charge. Automakers such as Hyundai, Kia, Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, and others have introduced EVs that address this concern by providing impressive ranges of over 500 kilometers. In this article, we’ll delve into the details of these electric cars, showcasing their specifications and charging options.
- BYD E6
- Price: Rs 29.15 lakh
- Range: Up to 520km in city conditions (WLTC-claimed)
- Battery: 71.7kWh
- Power: 95PS and 180Nm
- Charging: Supports both a 60kW DC fast charger (90 minutes for 0 to 90 percent) and a 6.6kW AC charger (12 hours for a full charge).
- BYD Atto 3
- Prices: Rs 33.99 lakh to Rs 34.49 lakh
- Range: 521km (ARAI-claimed)
- Battery: 60.48kWh
- Power: 204PS and 310Nm
- Charging: Three options – 7kW AC charger (10 hours), 80kW DC fast charger (50 minutes for 0 to 80 percent), and 3kW AC portable charger.
- Hyundai Ioniq 5
- Price: Rs 45.95 lakh
- Range: 631km (ARAI-claimed)
- Battery: 72.6kWh
- Power: 217PS and 350Nm
- Charging: Two options – 150kW fast charger (21 minutes for 0 to 80 percent) and 50kW fast charger (1 hour for 0 to 80 percent).
- Volvo C40 Recharge
- Price: Rs 61.25 lakh
- Range: Up to 530km
- Battery: 78kWh
- Power: 408PS and 660Nm
- Charging: 150kW DC fast charging (27 minutes for 10 to 80 percent).
- Kia EV6
- Price Range: Rs 60.95 lakh to Rs 65.95 lakh
- Range: Up to 708km
- Battery: 77.4kWh
- Power Options: Single-motor rear-wheel drive setup (229PS/350Nm) and dual-motor all-wheel drive configuration (325PS/605Nm)
- Charging: 350kW DC fast charger (18 minutes for 10 to 80 percent) and 50kW charger (73 minutes for 10 to 80 percent).
- BMW i4
- Price Range: Rs 73.90 lakh to Rs 77.50 lakh
- Range: Up to 590km (WLTP-claimed)
- Battery: 83.9kWh
- Power: 340PS and 430Nm
- Charging: Three options – 250kW DC fast charger (31 minutes for 10 to 80 percent), 50kW DC charger (1.3 hours for 0 to 80 percent), and 11kW wall charger (8.5 hours for a full charge).
- Audi Q8 e-tron
- Price Range: Rs 1.14 crore to Rs 1.31 crore
- Range: Up to 600km (depending on battery pack)
- Battery Options: 89 kWh and 114 kWh
- Power: All-wheel drive dual motor setup (408PS and 664Nm).
- Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV
- Price: Rs 1.39 crore
- Range: Up to 550km (WLTP-claimed)
- Battery: 90.56kWh
- Power: 408PS and 858Nm
- Charging: 11kW wall box charger and 170kW DC fast charging (just over 30 minutes for 10 to 80 percent).
- BMW i7
- Price: Rs 1.95 crore
- Range: Up to 625km (WLTP-claimed)
- Battery: 101.7kWh
- Power: 544PS and 745Nm
- Charging: 195kW charger (34 minutes for 10 to 80 percent) and 22kW wallbox charger (1.5 hours for 10 to 80 percent).
- Audi e-tron GT
- Price Range: Rs 1.70 crore to Rs 1.94 crore
- Range: Up to 500km (depending on variant)
- Battery: 93kWh
- Power Options: Standard e-tron GT (476PS/630Nm) and RS e-tron GT (598PS/830Nm).
- Mercedes-Benz EQS
- Price Range: Rs 1.55 crore to Rs 2.45 crore
- Range Options: EQS 580 4MATIC (857km) and AMG EQS 53 4MATIC+ (586km with dynamic pack).
While these electric cars offer impressive ranges over 500km, it’s crucial to consider factors such as pricing, charging infrastructure, and personal preferences when making a decision. As the Indian EV market continues to evolve, we may see more affordable options with extended ranges in the future.
