Planning to buy a new EV for your daily run- about here are a few of the top contenders you can choose from. We have selected these based on the range, prices and the overall availability across different cities. While Hyundai and Tata have been in India for a while BYD has become a formidable entrant recently. We have compiled the range, charging time as well as other factors that affect the ownership in a single article to help you choose better.
BYD Atto 3
BYD has recently updated the new Atto 3 and its Saloon the seal in the Indian market. The car now gets ventilated seats, a black interior theme, and an LFP battery. The car would be powered by a 49.92 KWH as well as a 60.48KWh battery pack with an ARAI certified mileage of 468KM and 521 Km, respectively. The car is as of now available in three variants: Dynamic, Premium, and Superior Variants. These have been priced at Rs 24.99 lakhs as well as Rs29.85 lakhs, and the Superior has been priced at Rs 33.99 Lakhs respectively.
Tata Harrier EV
As per a slew of leaks that have been leaked online it has become apparent that the Harrier would be launched with a dual motor setup. The rear axle would have a priority motor that would power the rear wheels and give the car its 4×4 AWD Prowess. The car is expected to be powered by a 75 KWH battery that would offer a range of about 500Km.
Upon its launch, the car would go against the likes of Hyundai Creta Electric, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. While the Grand Vitara has a rear wheel drive module in select trim levels the Hyundai Creta does not have any, all-wheel drive option. As per an older leak that was reported by Auto bhp the car would have a 75KWH battery pack and the AWD capabilities would be given to only the empowered trim variant. Beyond the other additions the car would also get a 12.3 inch free standing screen along with ADAS level 2 assisted safety level features.
Here is a comparison of the Tata Harrier against the Suzuki E Vitara as well as the Hyundai Creta Electric.
Suzuki E-Vitara
It would be fair to say that Suzuki has left no stones un turned to make this one a formidable option for buyers. The car is being offered with ventilated seats, flexible boot space and various other features.
Suzuki has introduced their new HEARTECT-e platform a ground up redesign that is meant for EV’s and provides perfect blend of innovation, efficiency and performance. The E-Vitara has been equipped with a high capacity battery that comprises of Lithium IO based cells that have bene tested for their operability from -30 degree to 60 degree C. The battery equipped on the car would be a 61 KWH unit that would offer a range of around 500Km.
| Comparison | Tata Harrier EV( Expected Specs ) | Suzuki Grand Vitara – ICE , HYBRID( Alpha Smart Hybrid All Grip | Hyundai Creta Electric | Suzuki E – Vitara | BYD Atto 3 |
| Motor | Would BE Revealed Soon- AWD Setup With AB Electric Motor on Both Axles | 1462cc 4 cylinder Engine, 102Bhp and 136.8 NM | 169 Bhp/ 200Nm | Single Motor For 49KWH battery a 144 Ps and a peak torque of 192.5 Nm – 174 Ps single motor with a peak torque of 192 Nm for the 61 KWH battery option | The car would be powered by a 49.92 KWH as well as a 60.48KWh battery pack with an ARAI certified mileage of 468KM and 521 Km, respectively |
| Range | Around 500Km | 872 KM on a full tank | 473 KM as Per Hyundai | 500 KM on a full charge | 468 to 521 based on the variant. |
| features | Would have all the Vehicle Vehicle To Vehicle charge | Mild Hybrid Features With All Grip System | Has all the Vehicle To Vehicle charge capabilities | AWD Ability with Suzuki e- All Grip Mode | ventilated seats- and a extensive array of creature comforts spanning across three variants |
| All Wheel Drive Capability | Expected | Yes | NA | Yes | Na |
| Charge Time | 75 to 60 KWh Battery with a 7.2 KWH charger that is coupled with the Curvv EV- 7.9 hours in 55 KWH variant and 6.5 Hours for 45 KWH So around 8 hours tentatively with a 7.2 KW Ac charger | – | 4 hr 50 Min ona 11KW charger- The 11 kw charger is an add on the normal charger would take more time | the charging would include a 7KW Ac charging and a 70 Kw Dc fast charging option as well. About 9 hours | 8 hours With 7.2 Kwh Charger |
| Prices | Possibly between 20 to 25 Lakhs Rs | Rs 19.56 Lakh | Rs 17.99 to 24.38 Lakh | Rs 17 -22.50 Lakh. | Rs 24.99 To Rs 33.99 |
If You can extend your Budget till 24 Lakhs or above the BYD Atto 3 could be one of the best choice for you.
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