Want to avoid rising petrol costs? Now you can buy an electric car at a starting price of less than Rs 5 lakh. There are 4 great options for small families.
Best EV Car Under 5 Lakh: Are the daily prices of petrol and diesel spoiling your budget? If yes, then now you do not need to worry at all. Gone are the days when buying an electric car (EV) required a hefty budget of Rs 10-12 lakh. Now such small and economical electric cars have come in the market, which easily fit in the budget of a common middle class family. The most interesting thing is that now you can bring home a gleaming electric car at a starting price of just ₹ 4.69 lakh. These cars are not only very easy to drive, but they also do not cause pollution and the out-of-pocket expenses are completely negligible. Let us know the 4 cheapest options for small families…
How did electric cars become so cheap?
If you are wondering how such big cars are available at such a low price, then BaaS (Battery-as-a-Service) is behind it. When you go to buy a car, you will have to pay only for the body (chassis) of the car. That means you buy the car only at the base price. This reduces the initial price of the car by about 35% to 40%. You do not have to buy the battery of the car. For that, you will have to pay a separate fixed ‘rental’ (rental or EMI), which is decided on how many kilometers you drive the car.
Cheapest EV Cars
Tata Tiago EV: The first choice for the middle class
This Tata car is very popular among Indian families. If you are looking for a perfect car for daily office commute or dropping kids to school, then this is the best. Its price with BaaS is only ₹ 4.69 lakh, whereas without this offer the actual price is ₹ 6.99 lakh. Its battery fare is ₹2.6 per kilometer. This car comes in two different battery options, which once fully charged provide a range of 226 km to 285 km.
MG Comet EV: Best for city traffic
This is India’s smallest and stylish electric car. If there is a lot of traffic in your city or there is a parking problem, then this car is made for you. Price with BaaS is just ₹4.99 lakh. However, its actual price is ₹ 7.50 lakh. Its battery fare is ₹3.2 per kilometer. It has a 17.4 kWh battery pack, which comfortably runs for about 230 km on a single charge.
Tata Punch EV: A powerful option for SUV lovers
If you like a vehicle with a slightly taller and powerful look, then you will like the electric incarnation of Tata Punch. This car is a superhit in both looks and performance. Its actual price is ₹ 9.69 lakh, whereas with BaaS you can buy it for only ₹ 6.49 lakh. The battery fare of this car is ₹ 2.6 per kilometer. In this also you get the option of two battery packs (30 kWh and 40 kWh), which give a good range of 275 km to 350 km in a single charge.
Citroen eC3: Perfect combo of comfort and space
French famous car company Citroen has introduced this car in a new and fresh look. This is a great choice for those who like more space and comfortable travel in their car. With BaaS it costs just ₹6.89 lakh. Its battery fare is ₹2.26 per kilometer. It has a large 29.2 kWh battery pack. The company claims that this car can run up to 325 km once fully charged.
